Mayor About Town : March 2025
Monday, March 24, 2025
Overview of Wayzata local business ecosystem
Role of the Wayzata West Metro Chamber in the community
Benefits of shopping local and small business support
Community impact of the Petal it Forward event
Natural healthcare and chiropractic wellness
Succession planning in family-owned businesses
Chamber rebranding from Greater Wayzata Area Chamber of Commerce
Economic partnership between the city and the business community
Business council initiatives and networking programming
Areas of Interest (4)
- The economic impact of the business community covering 30% of Wayzata’s tax base.
- Strategic rebranding of the local Chamber to attract a wider regional membership base.
- The transition of family-owned medical and retail businesses to second-generation leadership.
- The intersection of city government and private business councils in policy discussions.
Notable Quotes (3)
We're here for the good times the sad times, for me I actually enjoy funeral work the most it's the most rewarding.
If you plan for your financial security when you get older you have to plan for your physical security too and mobility.
The fact that the commercial district here in Wayzata... represent about 30% of all of our tax base here in town.
People (4)
Andrew MullinMayor of WayzataModerator of the program focusing on community businesses and leaders.
Moderator of the program focusing on community businesses and leaders.
Lesa FenwickOwnerOwner of Candlelight Floral; 15-year career in floral retail.
1 quote
Owner of Candlelight Floral; 15-year career in floral retail.
“Studies show that more people get more joy out of giving flowers than receiving flowers.”
Explaining the emotional impact of the Petal it Forward program.
Dr. Barbara BrostChiropractorFounder of Brost Clinic (1986); focusing on chiropractic and natural health.
1 quote
Founder of Brost Clinic (1986); focusing on chiropractic and natural health.
“Health is wealth. It's the most important wealth.”
Discussing the importance of preventative health and wellness.
Becky PiersonPresidentPresident of the Wayzata West Metro Chamber of Commerce.
1 quote
President of the Wayzata West Metro Chamber of Commerce.
“Big enough to make a difference and small enough to care.”
Describing the mission and community philosophy of the Chamber.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (3)
- Petal it Forward: Annual community floral giveaway event
- James J. Hill Days: Community festival supported by the Chamber
- Wayzata Business Council Launch: March 20th at Red Cow