The Forest Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors this week announced the hiring of Colleen Eddy as president of the Chamber. Eddy has a diverse administrative background including experience in the education area, and years of service at HOPE Adoption in the role of Education and Outreach Coordinator as well as Legal Adoption Specialist. Additionally, Eddy worked in the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce.

As a resident of Stillwater, Eddy has a record of being involved in community events and organizations. Her background in managing volunteers, grant writing, program development, strategic planning, and financial management is an excellent match to the demands of her new role at the Forest Lake Area Chamber of Commerce.

Daree Selby, chair of the board of directors, said: “Colleen has a track record of community value-building and a broad range of business experience. We welcome her to the Chamber! The board of directors would also like to thank the volunteer recruiting and selection Committee for their dedication in finding a well-suited candidate for the position of president.”

The Forest Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is an organization representing business and industry, working to advance the economic well-being of its members and the community. The Chamber serves the communities of Forest Lake, Columbus, Lent, Linwood, Scandia, Stacy, Wyoming and Wyoming Township. Anyone with questions about membership or volunteer opportunities at the FLACC, should contact the Forest Lake Area Chamber of Commerce office, 56 E. Broadway Ave., Forest Lake or call 651-464-3200.”

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