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(NewsDakota.com) The Oakes Area Chamber of Commerce has hired Lauren Goetze as Executive Director.

Goetze comes into the role after working for First State Bank in Oakes. She graduated from North Dakota State with a Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences in 2015. 

“I’m excited to see what this job can be. Since this is the first time it is a full time/developmental position, it has a lot of opportunity. Also, I’m excited to get to know more of the community members better since I am not an Oakes native.” said Goetze.

A Chamber Meet and Greet will be held on Wednesday August 9 from noon to 2 pm at the Chamber Office located at 501 Main Avenue to welcome Lauren, and enjoy some light refreshments.

Goetze begins her role Wednesday.