Biz Buzz: BLAEDC annual meeting notes a year of firsts Brainerd Lakes Area Economic Development Corp. hosts its annual meeting virtually, Dairy Queen is open and an Exit Lakes Realty Premier team decision donates a cash prize -- are all part of Biz Buzz this week. Written By: Renee Richardson | × Nearly 100 participants joined from their offices and homes for the virtual Brainerd Lakes Area Economic Development Corp. annual meeting Tuesday, March 9. Screenshot by Renee Richardson / Brainerd Dispatch The Brainerd Lakes Area Economic Development Corp. annual meeting normally includes a full meeting space and noon lunch at Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes in Baxter. This year, however, the session was virtual via Zoom with nearly 100 participants and shifted to early morning Tuesday, March 9. The move to morning may be one the organization keeps post pandemic.