Bemidji Chamber’s 115th Annual Gala

The Bemidji Area Chamber of Commerce held its 115th Annual Gala Thursday night.

During the event, Sanford Health’s Hannah Chandler was named the Young Professional of the Year by the YPN Coordinator, Great River Rescue’s Brandon Mustful.

MPR’s Barb Treat was named the 2022 Chamber Ambassador of the Year.

Executive Direct Abby Randall recapped the Chamber’s accomplishments over 2022 while looking ahead to 2023.

The gala last night featured a “wine wall,” a silent auction, and a keynote address by self-proclaimed “Ship Builder” Bob Schlicte.


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