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To accommodate the 100+ person waitlist and to offer members something different, the Chamber Cup golf tournament was born. Modeled after the infamous ‘Ryder Cup’ format, golfers were able to compete in a variety of team-based matches and challenges throughout the day, fostering friendly competition, camaraderie, and an elevated tournament experience. The Chamber also hosted the first-ever RYT Network Mini Golf Mixer , bringing together young professionals and supporters for playful competition and meaningful networking. Sponsors had the opportunity to engage with participants directly by building custom obstacles on the putting greens.
Mini Golf Mixer
Chamber Cup
114 GOLFERS WAITLISTED FOR THE GOLF OUTING prompting the creation of the Chamber Cup
In addition, the RYT Network offered members behind- the-scenes industry tours at organizations including KTTC, University of Minnesota Rochester, Mayo Civic Center, and the Steamfitters and Plumbers #6 Union. Members learned about each organization,
"We want people to see that there is more than just the sign on a building when you drive by, but instead an entire team of people making things happen for our community"
interacted with employees, and gained insight into diverse industries across the region. “We want people to see that there is more than just the sign on a building when you drive by, but instead an entire team of people making things happen for our community,” says Claire Henneman, workforce initiatives and RYT Network director. Building on this approach, Linking Leaders & Industry , an evolution of Connecting Candidates & Commerce, provided businesses with opportunities to meet local, state, and federal representatives throughout the year. Participants discussed policy impacts, operational goals, and business challenges while touring facilities and building meaningful relationships with elected officials and candidates. Together, these efforts demonstrate the Chamber’s commitment to engaging members through diverse experiences that foster connection, learning, and collaboration across the Rochester region.
Linking Leaders & Industry at RCTC
1,401 AMBASSADOR INTERACTIONS with members
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RYT Network Industry Tour at KTTC
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