The Community Concierge program promotes Austin as a great place to live, work, and play, and provides new and prospective residents the information and connections they need to quickly assimilate to the community. Community Concierge, Kristen Olson, works with more than 200 newcomer families each year to help them navigate through all aspects of settling into life in Austin. She also assists trailing spouses in finding jobs. Throughout the year, Kristen hosts a number of Awesome Austin networking and engagement events and also a book club designed to highlight different parts of SE Minnesota and Minnesota authors. Last year, nearly 400 new residents attended these events and made some new friends!
Professional newcomers receive a Welcome Bag filled with useful items from participating chamber members and a Relocation Packet filled with information about the community and more offerings from our sponsors.
Garner new business and meet our newest residents through our newcomer Sponsorship Opportunities! Four levels are available to sponsor the Welcome Bag or Relocation Packet.
Click here to learn more and download the sponsorship form.
New area, new home, close in confidence.
We understand the importance of getting the most favorable deal on the table.
Contact the Kris Heichel team today to learn more!
A warm welcome to Austin, we'll love to share more about the area and answer any questions!
Join us at our next event.
Want to read more, enjoy conversations with new friends, and connect personally with regional and well-known authors?
Then the newcomer book club is for you! To learn more, email kristen@austincoc.com
Whether you are new to the area or new to having free time, we provide endless opportunities to get out and about and to socialize with old and new friends. In addition, Newcomers promote friendship and shared interests in the local area.
Come join us, get involved, learn something new, and meet some great people. We hope to see you soon!
Check the e-newsletter from the Chamber for current information or email the Community Concierge office