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BY: RACHEL WUMKES

Starting a business can be scary.  Taking the leap of faith to build something from the ground up takes not only imagination and ingenuity, but the grit and determination to follow through.  There’s planning, budgeting, scheduling, and the dreaded task of constant promotion.

Thankfully, you’ve got an ally in your corner at the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce!

Think of us as your coach, your biggest fan cheering from the sidelines.  We’ll be there to help you up if you get knocked down, and to give steady support as you battle obstacles.  Chamber members are the lifeblood of our organization, so we will do everything possible to continue to connect members to one another and to the community.

In the past three months, we’ve had the privilege of embracing a slew of new members into our organization.  Businesses who see the value in building relationships in order to grow their company and serve our community.

Be sure to visit their website, give their Facebook page a LIKE, or stop in to say ‘hello’ and check them out!  Each are a great way to welcome these new members to the Clear Lake Chamber.  We are super excited to help grow their business and support them in any way possible.

 

LRI Graphics & Signs: A locally-owned business proud to help customers with large-format graphic & signage solutions.  http://lrigraphics.com/

Blush Salon & Spa: Available to help with a wide variety of beauty needs!!  http://Www.blushsalonandspa.co/

Muskie Lounge:  Rich’s Muskie Lounge is a family owned and operated restaurant located on Clear Lake. Stop in for our fish fry, burgers, sandwiches and more. Or just stop by for a drink on the lake at our outdoor bar, open every weekend of the summer. Come as you are. Muskie Rentals is right next door and taking reservations for 2021 – call (641) 512-1884 to book!

Lake Pets: We provide pet sitting, drop-in visits, dog walking, pet transport, and house sitting. We are fully insured.  https://lakepets50428.wixsite.com/my-site

The Clausen House: A charming vacation rental.  https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/26008263?adults=11&source_impression_id=p3_1604326944_XcIcyPVZW%2FqFRPay

Studio 65 Tattoo: Providing big city quality art and photography with small town hospitality and prices in a clean and personable environment.  APPOINTMENT ONLY! Call 641-357-8070 for appointments.

Kris Foddrill, Realtor: Realtor, Real Estate Consultant – My family has owned property and operated businesses in the Clear Lake area for over 40 years. I know this area well and I am happy to help you with your real estate needs both here in Clear Lake and central Iowa.  (515) 290-8605

SEH Inc – Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (SEH®) is a 100% employee-owned company providing engineering, architectural, planning and environmental services to public and private clients.  https://www.sehinc.com/

Fairfield Inn & Suites: New hotel currently being built along I-35 with plans to open for business in the fall of 2021.  (515) 270-1111

Away at the Lake: Cozy vacation rental.  Light and airy fully furnished with comfortable furniture, all linens, all kitchen pots, pans and utensils, a washer and dryer, wood burning stone fireplace, 2 decks, fire pit, gas grill.  http://awayatthelake.com/

Busigirl Fitness & Zyia: I am so excited to share with you how I live a healthy lifestyle while still being a mom, career woman, and a wife. I will share with you what I do to keep in shape and eat right with our BUSIGIRL schedule! Check out my busigirlfitness channel on YouTube.