BRAINERD — Brian and Deb Thuringer, longtime owners of Madden's Resort on Gull Lake, are the Brainerd Lakes Chamber's 2026 Business Legacy Award winners. ADVERTISEMENTParty Time Rental, led by Brad and Lori Kohorst, is the 2026 Lakes Proud Small Business of the Year winner. ContributedThe Lakes Proud Small Business of the Year award recognizes a small business that exemplifies entrepreneurship, pride and success in the lakes area. In the 1990s, ownership of Madden’s Resort on Gull Lake transitioned to Deb (Madden) Thuringer, daughter of Jim Madden, and her husband, Brian. “Brian and Deb formed a remarkable leadership team, each bringing unique strengths to the business,” the chamber said.