A Note from your Board Chair
Matt Schadow
AmeriStar Agency, A Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC
I am honored to introduce myself as the new Board Chair for 2026. It is a privilege to serve in this role for the coming year, following a remarkable 2025 under the outstanding leadership of Adam Thompson. His dedication and vision have set a strong foundation for us to build upon. As we look ahead to 2026, we recognize both challenges and exciting opportunities that lie before us.
One significant transition is the upcoming retirement of Becky Pierson, our long-time President. We are well into the search process for her successor and remain optimistic about finding the right leader to continue advancing our Chamber’s mission and impact.
In the spirit of community and connection, I also want to highlight one of our marquee events—the Wayzata Chilly Open—taking place February 7th. Tickets are available for the PRO, 10 am and 2 pm tee times, plus there are great sponsorship opportunities available. I encourage you to join us for a day of fun, networking, and friendly competition. Here are a couple other events coming up this month:
- Morning MemberNet on Tuesday, January 20 from 7:30 – 9 AM at the Wayzata American Legion. Bring your business cards and come network. Register here.
- Buy your Leadership Luncheon Series Pass and kickoff of the Leadership Luncheon Series on January 22. Join us for a Legislative Session Preview with Senator Ann Johnson Stewart and Representative Andrew Myers. Learn about their priorities as the gear up for a robust session. Register here. Members, buy your pass and for $160 – get five luncheons for the price of four and save $40 now through January 21st.
Thank you for your continued support and engagement. Together, we will navigate the year ahead with resilience and enthusiasm, strengthening our Chamber and the vibrant community we serve.
Warm regards,
Matt Schadow
MEMBER UPDATES
Rock Elm Tavern is entering its next chapter as Rock Elm Revival. Longtime local and restaurant pro Randy Ehlers will take over ownership on March 1, 2026.
The Wayzata West Metro Chamber would like to extend our deepest thanks to Mayor Wiersum as he retires from office after decades of service. We are honored to have Mayor Wiersum attend and participate in many Chamber events. Thank you for everything, mayor!
Birch’s on the Lake supported Every Meal with a donation of 200 meals to fight child hunger. Amazing, Birch’s!
The Wayzata School Board has officially launched the search for the district’s next superintendent and has partnered with the Minnesota School Boards Association (MSBA) Executive Search Service to guide the process. The Board is gathering input from the community. The primary way the School Board will collect feedback is through an anonymous public survey. Click here to complete the survey >>
Welcome to our New Members!
Be Sure to Support our Renewing Members
- Align Health & Wellness
- Ameristar, A Marsh McLennan Agency
- Business & Estate Advisers, Inc.
- Candlelight Floral & Gifts
- Center National Bank
- CenterPoint Energy
- Club Pilates Wayzata
- Coldwell Banker Realty – Ellen DeHaven Real Estate
- Coldwell Banker Realty | The Stabeck Group
- Community Member – John Berg
- Community Member – Ken Willcox
- Community Member – Paul Engelman
- Compassionate Transitions, LLC
- Copeland Buhl
- Crisp & Green
- Custom One Homes
- David Lee Funeral Home
- DeepHaven Rejuvenation
- Edina Realty – Pete Ice
- eRoof
- Fuzzy Duck
- Gianni’s Seafood and Steakhouse
- Gregg Larsen, Coldwell Banker Realty
- MidCountry Bank
- Morgan Stanley Wealth Management – John Beard
- Palm Commercial Brokerage
- PURALIMA Cantina
- Redeemer Lutheran Church & Redeemer Christian Academy
- Sandler
- Sincere Financial, Ltd.
- SuperCoaches
- Sushi Fix
- The Retreat
- Toastique
- Westside Family Dentistry
- Youngstedts Wayzata Goodyear
View profiles in our Member Directory.
WHO’S HIRING?
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- Relate Counseling Center – Office-Based Therapist
- Lord Fletcher’s (Dining Room Support)
- Bright Beginnings Academy
- Ben & Jerry’s Wayzata – Apply in person!
- 6Smith
- City of Minnetonka
- Copeland Buhl
- Hand in Hand Christian Montessori
- Lago Tacos – Plymouth
- City of Plymouth – Seasonal Jobs
- Crew Carwash
- Red Cow Wayzata
- Nothing Bundt Cakes
- Wayzata Public Schools
- Hammer Residences
IS YOUR BUSINESS HIRING? LET US KNOW AT INFO@WAYZATAWESTMETROCHAMBER.COM
DON’T WAIT! THE CHILLY OPEN IS A MONTH AWAY!
Golfer Tickets on sale NOW!
The 41st Annual Wayzata Chilly Open is Saturday, February 7th. Amateur tickets have sold out for the noon tee time, but the 10 AM and 2 PM tee times are available! Or, purchase a PRO ticket and you get everything the Amateur ticket includes plus a 6Smith breakfast brunch, guaranteed choice of preferred tee time, exclusive limited edition Chilly Open hat, and an indoor heated VIP check-in. This year, we’re bringing the iconic energy of Saturday Night Live to Lake Minnetonka. Expect legendary costumes, memorable characters, and a whole lot of laughs on the frozen fairways. Golfer tickets are on sale now! Click here to buy yours >>
Looking to volunteer? We’d love to have you! Check out available spots, both indoors and on the lake, by clicking here. Thank you for making a positive impact on this event!
Wayzata Chilly Open Sponsorships Available!
Looking for a fun and high-visibility way to promote your business? You’ve picked the COOLEST event to sponsor. As a Hole Sponsor, you’ll decorate your hole according to this year’s theme and create a memorable, welcoming experience for more than 2,000 golfers. We also offer several major and supporting sponsorship opportunities to fit a variety of goals and budgets — view the full sponsor deck here.
Questions? Contact Brooke Beyer, Festival & Marketing Director, at brooke@
Member Tip: New Year, Fresh Look at Your Directory Listing
As you step into the new year, take a moment to log into your Member Hub and check your directory information, staff contacts, billing information, and more! Click here to log in >>
