About Us
The Forest Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization serving businesses in the greater Forest Lake Area, including Forest Lake, Wyoming, Scandia, Columbus, Stacy, Lent, and Linwood. Our membership is composed of nearly 250 local businesses of all sizes.
Governed by a volunteer board of directors, the Forest Lake Area Chamber was founded in 1964 with a mission to represent business and industry, working together to advance the Economic well-being of members and the community.
Membership in the Chamber is an easy, affordable way to build personal and business success. Chamber members have access to a variety of networking, professional development, civic engagement, and marketing programs designed to increase their visibility and credibility in Forest Lake and the surrounding area, including Scandia, Columbus, and Wyoming.
The Chamber regularly hosts a large membership breakfast or luncheon, monthly networking activities, the annual golf tournament, the Lakes Area Expo and numerous other special events. Visit our Chamber Calendar for a list of upcoming events.
Our Organizational Mission:
The Forest Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is an [professional] organization representing business and industry, working together to advance the economic well-being of its members and the community.
Our Vision Statement:
We’re here to make Forest Lake the best place to live, work, and do business—where great ideas grow, connections matter, and our community shines.
Our Core Values:
- We’re Better Together
Teamwork makes the dream work—plain and simple. We lift each other up and cheer each other on. - Keep It Honest
No fluff, no fuss. Just real people doing good work and treating each other right. - Dream Big, Stay Local
We support bold ideas and small-town vibes. Local business is at the heart of everything we do. - Show Up for Each Other
We show up, pitch in, and make things happen—for our members, our town, and our future.
