Join the Chamber
Joining the Bemidji Area Chamber of Commerce means being part of a connected, collaborative, and thriving business community. As a member, you gain access to valuable resources, essential visibility, and meaningful opportunities to grow — personally and professionally.
Grow Your Visibility
Promote your business to residents, visitors, and fellow Chamber members.
Visibility benefits include:
- Listing in the Bemidji Lakes Area Guide
- Online Member Directory listing & enhancements
- Features in Chamber newsletters, social posts, and blog content
- Event and program sponsorship opportunities
- Ability to post jobs, events, hot deals, and updates on our website
Build Your Network
Make connections that matter and build relationships across the region.
Networking opportunities include:
- Business After Hours monthly networking socials
- Awards of Excellence and Annual Celebration Gala
- Professional development luncheons
- Young Professionals Network (YPN)
- Volunteer and committee involvement
- Community roundtable discussions
Amplify Your Voice
We advocate for a strong, fair, and prosperous business climate.
Advocacy benefits include:
- Representation at city, state, and federal levels
- Legislative updates and information on policy impacts
- Participation in Bemidji Day at the Capitol
- Access to business-related community conversations and updates
Access Valuable Resources
Members receive tools that support growth, efficiency, and credibility.
Included resources:
- Free use of the Chamber’s conference room for meetings
- Access to community and business information
- Member mailing lists and labels
- Use of the Chamber logo and membership decal
- Daily referrals from community members looking for products and services
Leadership & Development
Engage deeper with the Chamber and grow your leadership skills.
Opportunities include:
- Chamber Board of Directors
- Chamber Ambassadors
- YPN Leadership Council
- CEO in the Classroom
- Special event committees
Testimonials
What Our Members Say
Member Spotlights
Each month, we highlight local businesses for the products and services they bring to our community. View this month’s member spotlights to learn more about what they are doing right here in the Bemidji area:
Featured Member
Hatchet House
Hatchet House of Bemidji is a family-friendly indoor axe throwing and recreation venue, perfect for friends, families, leagues, and all types of events—from parties and corporate gatherings to fundraisers and private celebrations. Guests enjoy dedicated throwing lanes for their group, a full bar and food menu, and a variety of additional games including shuffleboard, darts, pull tabs, and interactive simulators like Trackman Golf and the Hunt Challenge. Whether you’re competing, relaxing, or just having fun, Hatchet House offers something for everyone.
Featured Member
Lakewood Detail
Lakewood Detail provides professional auto and marine detailing services for cars, RVs, boats, and ATVs. Their offerings range from deep-clean detailing and paint correction to ceramic coating, helping protect and extend the life of your vehicle. Lakewood Detail is also Bemidji’s authorized truck topper dealer and installer, offering truck accessories, window tinting, auto start installation, and vehicle wraps.
Featured Member
McKenzie Place
McKenzie Place is Northern Minnesota’s largest and most-loved gift store, proudly serving Bemidji and the surrounding communities for over 40 years. With an ever-changing selection of unique gifts, home décor, toys, gourmet foods, clothing, and Minnesota-made favorites, McKenzie’s makes gift-giving fun, meaningful, and memorable. Generations of shoppers continue to call McKenzie’s their go-to destination for finding something special for everyone.
