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Tourism marketing: Money well spent
Did you know that tourism is a nearly $12 billion industry in Minnesota? Tourism spending amounts to about $32 million each day in the state. Every $1 spent on tourism marketing generates $84 in traveler spending. Tourism supports economic vitality in communities across the state, especially in the Brainerd Lakes Area, and has a positive impact read more
Brainerd Lakes Chamber
As the voice of business in the Brainerd Lakes Area, the Brainerd Lakes Chamber is the organization that connects businesses and leads the drive for responsible and profitable growth in the Brainerd Lakes region. The Chamber works to help businesses connect with people, organizations, and businesses; advocates on behalf of business interests on governmental concerns on the local, state, and national levels; and promotes business growth through marketing and educational programs. The Brainerd Lakes Chamber also serves as the official tourism resource in central Minnesota. The Brainerd Lakes Chamber represents more than 1,000 businesses and operates offices in Brainerd, Crosslake, Pequot Lakes, and the Welcome Center on Highway 371 South.


