The Annual Chamber Celebration
Celebrating Greatness.
Join us for one of the most anticipated evenings of the year — the Annual Chamber Celebration, the official annual meeting of the St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce. Held each fall, this event is more than just a meeting — it’s a celebration of our business community’s achievements and the leaders who made them happen.
Enjoy a delicious sit-down dinner, connect with fellow professionals, and raise a glass at the cash bar as we reflect on the past year. We’ll honor the incredible volunteer leaders who drive our mission forward — including outgoing Board members and committee and division chairs.
Whether you’re a small business owner, a corporate leader, or an emerging professional, this is your chance to celebrate success, build relationships, and be part of something bigger. Don’t miss it!
Save the Date for 2025
October 7th from 4:30-7:30pm
The Park Event Center

Sponsorship Opportunities
Presenting Sponsor- – SOLD OUT (ONLY ONE AVAILABLE)
- One event table reservation – 8 tickets
- Logo on commemorative wine glasses
- Sponsorship signage of live music + band shoutouts
- Mention + logo in video invitation sent to all members
- Logo on all pictures taken at the photo booth
- Custom video shared on Chamber social media & on stage during event
- Podium name recognition during the event
- Logo on marketing materials including signage, food table, programs, table signs and more
- Logo in slideshow at the event
- Logo on website registration page
- Custom email sent to 2,500+ members
- Logo in collage posted on Chamber social media
Thank you presenting sponsor

Platinum Sponsor – $2,000
- One event table reservation – 8 tickets
- Logo in video invitation sent to all members
- Custom video shared on Chamber social media
- Podium name recognition during the event
- Logo on marketing materials including signage, programs, table signs and more
- Exclusive dessert sponsorship recognition
- Logo in slideshow at the event
- Logo on website registration page
- Logo in email sent to 2,500+ members
- Logo in collage posted on Chamber social media
Diamond Sponsor – $1,500
- Four tickets to the event
- Logo in video invitation sent to all members
- Name recognition from the podium at the event
- Logo on marketing materials including signage, programs, table signs, event slideshow, website registration and more
- Logo in email sent to 2,500+ members
- Logo in collage posted on Chamber social media
Sapphire Sponsor – $1,000
- Four tickets to the event
- Custom logo image shared on Chamber social media
- Logo on marketing materials including signage, programs, table signs, event slideshow, website registration and more
- Logo in email sent to 2,500+ members
- Logo in collage posted on Chamber social media
Ruby Sponsor – $500
- Two tickets to the event
- Name on website registration page
- Name in slideshow at event
- Logo in email sent to 2,500+ members
- Logo in collage posted on Chamber social media
Emerald Sponsor – $250
- Two tickets to the event
- Name on website registration page
- Name in slideshow at event
- Name in email sent to 2,500+ members
- Name in collage posted on Chamber social media
2025 SHINING STAR AWARD

The Final 5 Nominees Are…
- Alex Stay, Stay Clean Detailing – Business Development Committee
- Jenna Kingsley, St. Cloud Area Family YMCA – Chamber Connection Friday Location Committee (FLC)
- Ben Sanders, Dream Home Furniture – Chamber Connection Location Friday Committee (FLC)
- Bri Torborg, Falcon National Bank – Government Affairs Division
- Dakota Johnson, Blacklight Adventures – Waite Park Planning Committee
The Shining Star will be announced during the Annual Chamber Celebration on October 7th – get your tickets now to hear who takes the award home!

2025 Honorees
- Allen Brinkman, Forever Young Two Wellness and Skincare – Central MN Farm Show
- Ben Barhorst, American National Bank of Minnesota – NEXT – Chamber’s Young Professionals
- Paula Capes, Falcon National Bank – Business Development Committee
- Jeremy Salzbrun, H&S Heating, A/C, and Electrical – Chamber Connection Location Committee
- Steve Gottwalt, Steve Gottwalt Consulting – Government Affairs
- Travis Theis, Dick’s Nuisance Animal Control – Central MN Farm Show & Waite Park Planning Committee
- Joe Hellie, CentraCare – Board of Directors, Chair
- Jenna Binsfeld, St. Cloud Orthopedic Associates – Chair Development Committee
- Guy Magno, Switchboard – Annual Chamber Celebration Committee
- Donna Roerick, Inspired Health & Wellness- Top Hat Ambassadors
- Rachael Sogge, Eyecon Graphics – Marketing Committee & Chamber Connectors
- Brad Carroll, Holiday Inn & Suites – Visit Greater St. Cloud Advisory Board
- Megan Pflipsen, Gate City Bank – Sauk Rapids Chamber
- Lance Barthel, Batteries Plus – St. Cloud Area Leadership Program
- Mary Hagen, West Central Technology – Chamber Open
- Tanja Goering, Gabriel Media – Board of Directors
Annual Chamber CELEBRATION Planning COMMITTEE
- Guy Magno, Switchboard (chair)
- Tina Mrozak, Blacklight Adventures (vice chair)
- Jenna Binsfeld, St. Cloud Orthopedic Associates
- Brittany Liberty, Central Minnesota Mental Health Center
- Ann Thelen, Falcon National Bank
- Brandon Voit, Falcon National Bank
- Kayla Ward, Doctors Park Mental Health Center
- Alexis Demuth, Mother Nurture
- Christian Kermeier, Wits Realty
- Laura Holzheimer, CentraCare
- Julio Garcia, Palmer Printing
- Bethany Ehresmann, Legacy Upfitters
Photos by Yuppy Photo





Contact
Laura Wagner
320-656-3831