A special website will be available
to recognize those who made our
businesses and community special
in a unique year and we’re going
world wide!
Spread the word, share the link and
be a part of blowing Le Mars’ horn!
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Le Mars Citizen of the Year
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Le Mars Business of the Year
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Mainstreet Volunteer of the Year
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Employees and Bosses
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Volunteer Awards
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and videos from past years
Our Annual Recognition
The Le Mars Chamber of Commerce will never stop touting the
achievements of our wonderful community and the people who
make it special.
2021
January
Chamber Coffees
In a spirit of optimism we will start booking Chamber Coffees starting in March. If events
warrant, we will reschedule as necessary. Get your reservation in.
Business Information Center
Covid-19 Information to help you
Le Mars area businesses, organizations and
nonprofits may submit their information here. If
your information changes submit a new form. We
will remove your previous information.
SBDC counselors are
your first stop for
navigating through the
COVID-19 crisis. SBDC
offers one-on-one
counseling that can be
done through zoom
(skype or hangout)
meetings or phone
conference calls. We
can help you through
loan application
process or other
business issues that
this crisis is causing
including distribution,
sales, buying,
marketing, HR Issues
and more.
Priority and Action Items
Resources . . .
Small Business? Here are your options.
(click above or links below)
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Paycheck Protection Program This loan program
provides loan forgiveness for retaining employees
by temporarily expanding the traditional SBA 7(a) loan program.
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EIDL Loan Advance This loan advance will provide
up to $10,000 of economic relief to businesses that
are currently experiencing temporary difficulties.
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SBA Express Bridge Loans Enables small businesses
who currently have a business relationship with an SBA
Express Lender to access up to $25,000 quickly.
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SBA Debt Relief The SBA is providing a financial
reprieve to small businesses during the COVID-19
pandemic.
The Save Small Business Fund is a $5,000
grantmaking initiative offering short-term relief for
mall employers in the United States and its territories.
Greg Thompson – Employee of the Month
On behalf of Total Motors we would like to honor Greg Thompson as the LeMars Area
Chamber of Commerce December 2020 Employee of the Month.
In the month of August, Greg marked his 20th year of selling vehicles. However, Greg
would likely describe those 20 years as more than just selling cars, it has been 20
years of building relationships, helping friends & family, watching families grow, and
being there for others during their best and worst life situations. Throughout the
working day, Greg is either seen with customers in person or over the phone. If you
see a phone call come in from Greg it is likely to see how you are doing or to wish you
a happy birthday.
Total Motors is fortunate to have such a dedicated and hard-working employee like
Greg Thompson. Greg works 6 days a week and is always the last one at work on a
nightly basis. Greg has not had the easiest road in the last several years, as he has
battled cancer and other health concerns. However, Greg’s relentlessness and
determination will not allow him to take a day off unless it is necessary.
It is evident what means the most to Greg in his life, and that is his family and his
support system. Greg might not show it, but when you hear him talk about his family,
you can tell they share a special place in his heart and give him the drive to do what
he does best.
To add further, Greg’s daughter, Angela Wurth, wrote:
“Growing up, my dad always pushed my brother and I to be the best we could be. He
is one of the strongest, most hard-working, dedicated people I know, and I am proud
to be his daughter. During sports, we could always hear him in the stands cheering “ACE”, which he taught us to mean “Attitude, Confidence &
Effort”. He has now passed that phrase down to his grandchildren as something to live by.
Our world was rattled back in 2012, when he was diagnosed with colorectal cancer, but even that did not slow him down. He continued to work
through chemo and radiation treatments, only missing a few months after some major surgeries and having to stay home to recuperate. He
rarely takes any days off, except for doctor appointments or check-ups. Even through all of that, he never complained and kept on keepin’ on. He
does not like to draw attention to himself, so, sorry, dad, if you are upset about this now, but you deserve it!
He always goes above & beyond, no matter what, and takes pride in supporting businesses in town and shopping local. He loves what he does
and told me once that he still gets that thrill after each sale. He appreciates and is thankful for all his customers over the last 20 years. We are so
proud of you dad and the great example you have been to us and your community! We love you! “
Greg is a very deserving candidate for this award. We are fortunate to have Greg on the Total team and fortunate to be a witness of his work
ethic and his passion to help customers through the years.
For these reasons we choose to salute Greg Thompson with the LeMars Area Chamber of Commerce December Employee of the Month award.
Congratulations!