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Thursday, November 5, 2015
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Funding our Community's Nonprofits
This community is known internationally for its corporate philanthropy. Businesses here know they will thrive if their community is doing well. Here at the Chamber, we know that a program like Minnesota Keystone would not be possible in many other regions around the country. Frankly, other business communities do not share the commitment. They are truly astounded when we tell them about the 2% and 5% giving program so many of our members and others practice. By the way, this year's Minnesota Keystone Celebration Luncheon is Thursday, December 10th. Register today at www.minneapolischamber.org/mnkeystone.
Businesses are not alone in working to build a better community. Minnesotans are also known for their personal generosity through volunteer time and monetary donations. I mention this now because Give to the Max Day is next Thursday, November 12th.
Many of your fellow members are nonprofits. They join the Chamber to be engaged in the community and to share their work with others seeking both volunteers and donations. Please consider these organizations when planning for Give to the Max Day. They not only do great work, they take the extra step of engaging in the broader community through the Chamber.
The Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce membership includes more than 100 Metro area nonprofits from social services and educational programs to the arts. These groups help many members of our community, including children, elderly and vulnerable populations and they would all welcome your support.
We've included a list of Chamber nonprofits to help you make your decision. Please see which ones you choose to support, then log on to www.givemn.org to make your donations. And you don't have to wait until November 12. You can schedule your donation today to be counted as part of Give to the Max Day. On behalf of these members, thank you for your consideration.
Augsburg Program Reduces Internship Cost
I know many members would appreciate having an intern on staff to assist with the work load while helping to prepare tomorrow's workforce. However, finding room in your budget can be difficult. This new program from Augsburg College may offer the solution.
Recently, Augsburg College was awarded nearly $450,000 for a Career Ready Internship Program. The school is seeking business and nonprofit partners to help create more than 220 new, paid internships during the 2015-18 academic years.
The grant will fund up to 75 percent of the cost of an internship. Interested employers are asked to contribute only 25 percent of the wages for the internship.
The College is seeking partners for internships in STEM, business, social services and public service agencies. Click here for detailed information on employer opportunities.
Todd Klingel
President & CEO
Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce
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WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS
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 Featured Job Opportunities!
The following member companies are now hiring:
- CenturyLink- Sr. Enterprise Inside Sales
- Soo Line Building City Apartments- Full-Time Overnight Concierge in Downtown Minneapolis & Part-Time Weekend Concierge in Downtown Minneapolis
- Tervis- Part Time Sales Associate Sales Lead
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Minneapolis Urban Forestry Tree Program
Sign up now for trees in Spring 2016
To maintain Minneapolis' wonderful urban forest, the City needs the help of private property owners to plant more trees. The City of Minneapolis will offer trees for qualifying businesses and nonprofits through the Health Department's
Urban Forestry Project.
Tree Trust and their experienced staff will help business owners choose tree species, locate utilities through Gopher One, plant the trees and provide watering bags for long term care. This service would cost at least $200 per tree to hire out.
The project will
provide and plant trees for about $25/tree. Businesses or nonprofits are responsible to water and maintain the trees on the property. The trees are available on a first-come, first-serve basis with late comers being put on the fall 2016 planting list. Businesses and nonprofits that pay a pollution control annual bill may
apply here to reserve their trees for spring 2016. To qualify, the property must have enough space to accommodate a tree, and the owner must commit to maintaining and watering the tree.
For more information
contact us or visit the
Minneapolis Urban Forestry Project webpage.
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U.S. Bank/Junior Achievement of the Upper Midwest
Jeff Kerr, president of U.S. Bank Institutional Trust and Custody, has been named chairman of the board of directors for Junior Achievement of The Upper Midwest, Inc. (JAUM) for the 2015-2016 fiscal year. Kerr has been a dedicated member of JAUM's board of directors since 2006, and has served previously as treasurer and first vice chair. Kerr has been with U.S. Bank since 1998, and has worked in banking for 28 years.
Village Green - Soo Line Building City Apartments
The Soo Line Building City Apartments has won the Impact Award from the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota. They share the honor with BKV Group (architects), and Frana Companies (general contractor) on the project. The 100 year old downtown historic commercial building was redeveloped by Village Green into 254 luxury apartments, penthouses and retail/restaurant space. This is the eighth award given to the complex, which includes Best New Large Apartment Community in the nation.
Xcel Energy
Xcel Energy employees, retirees, friends and families joined together Saturday, September 12 for their annual Day of Service to make a difference in the communities they serve across Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. The volunteers participated in 29 projects that included packing school supplies, painting community centers, cleaning up several nature centers and packaging food. In total, 712 volunteers contributed nearly 2,200 hours or service, a value of more than $53,000 according to the Points of Light Foundation in Washington, D.C.
Ronald McDonald House Charities, Upper Midwest
Ronald McDonald House Charities, Upper Midwest announced the appointment of Jill Evenocheck as the organization's new President and CEO. Evenocheck succeeds John Stanoch, who began serving as the Science Museum of Minnesota's interim President in mid-September. Evenocheck most recently served as the Senior Vice President of Field Services for the National Kidney Foundation, where she oversaw an operating budget of $20 million, 26 regional offices and 118 employees. In her new role, Jill will oversee RMHC-UM's 4 metro area Ronald McDonald Houses and Family Rooms, 50 employees and a budget of $5.1 million.
Mill City Credit Union Opens New Location!
November 2nd marks Mill City Credit Union's official opening of their new Twin Cities' central location at 10653 Wayzata Boulevard in Minnetonka. The new location greatly enhances visibility to properly introduce the broad community to the credit union that has served General Mills for more than 80 years. Today, along with the General Mills family, Mill City Credit Union also exceptionally serves individuals who live, work, worship, volunteer or attend school in Carver, Hennepin, Meeker, McLeod, and Wright counties in Minnesota. |
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RECENT RIBBON CUTTINGS & GRAND OPENINGS
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 Sports Authority City Center
40 S. 7th St. (Nicollet & 7th)
Minneapolis, MN 55402 www.sportsauthority.com Sports Authority City Center opens its new downtown Minneapolis location. |
 Mill City Credit Union
10653 Wayzata Blvd.
Minnetonka, MN 55305 www.millcitycu.com The ribbon's cut as Mill City Credit Union prepares to open its new main branch. |
 The Melting Pot
80 South Ninth St.
Minneapolis, MN 55402 www.meltingpot.com/minneapolis/welcome The Melting Pot Minneapolis celebrates renovations to its downtown restaurant. |
 Hampton Inn Minneapolis Bloomington West
5400 American Blvd. W.
Bloomington, MN 55437 www.hamptoninnbloomington.com GM Sarah Purcell cuts the ribbon for the new Hampton Inn in west Bloomington. |
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UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS & GRAND OPENINGS
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YogaFit Loring Park
LPM Apartment Building
Friday, November 6, 2015 | 5:30 p.m.
(Open House 5 to 7 p.m.) 112 W. 14th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55403 www.yogafitstudios.com Please RSVP to Brent at [email protected] if you plan to attend. |
 Northwestern Health Sciences University
Veterans Center
Wednesday, November 11, 2015 | 11:00 a.m. 2501 W. 84th St.
Bloomington, MN 55431 www.nwhealth.edu Please RSVP to Brent at [email protected] if you plan to attend. |
HCMC Clinic Groundbreaking & Helistop
Thursday, November 12, 2015 | 1 to 4 p.m.
(1 p.m.- Groundbreaking, 1:45 p.m. Ribbon Cutting) 700 Block of 8th St.
(Event Tent across from 730 S. 8th. St. Hospital Entrance)
Minneapolis, MN 55415 www.hcmc.org Please RSVP to Brent at [email protected] if you plan to attend. |
ISG, Inc. (I+S Group)
Thursday, November 12, 2015 | 4:30 p.m.
(Open House 4 to 6 p.m.) 7900 International Dr., Ste. 550
Bloomington, MN 55425 www.is-grp.com Please RSVP to Brent at [email protected] if you plan to attend. |
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 Business Before Hours:
Northwestern Health Sciences University
Tuesday, December 1, 2015 | 7:30 to 9 a.m.
Members: FREE | Non-Members: $20
Northwestern Health Sciences University
Employee Lounge
2501 West 84th Street
Bloomington, MN 55431|
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Join the Bloomington Chamber at Northwestern Health Sciences University for our next "Business Before Hours" program. Northwestern's President, Dr. Chris Cassirer, will speak about the academic programs and clinical services that are available at the university, and their expanding community partnerships. A continental breakfast will be provided by our host.
Cancellations must be received 3 business days prior to the event for a refund.
All no shows will be billed. Substitutes are accepted.
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Want to start saving on business supplies with your chamber membership?
Don't let this offer go to waste- please pass it on to the person responsible for purchasing office supplies within your company.
On sale for a limited time, take 20% off on 3M Large Pack products.
Don't miss out on this special offer. Click here for details.
Returning Customer | New Customer
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Chamber Referral Program
Do you know of a business that would benefit from membership?
Click on the link below and provide the business name and contact. When your referral joins the Chamber you will receive a $50 gift certificate to the member restaurant of your choice.
*There is no limit to the number of referrals you can submit. The more referrals you provide, the more gift certificates you receive!
Here is how it works:
- Contact the business you are referring and let them know that you have submitted them as a potential new member
- Complete the online referral form
- Chamber staff will contact your referral about membership and mention your name
Sharing how your Minneapolis Regional Chamber membership has helped your business can make a big difference!
Contact Lisa Myhre at (612) 370-9137 or Rhonda Bernard at (612) 370-9121 today!
Enhanced Listing Opportunity
Click here for details.
Did you know that over 31,000 people visit the Chamber's website every month? And that for as a little as $150 you can show off your company to thousands of potential clients? The Chamber now offers Enhanced Listings in our Online Membership Directory. Your company is immediately bumped to the top of your category in search results and includes a YouTube video, a photo gallery, 1,600 character description, 20 additional keywords and much more!
You can check out the Minneapolis Regional Chamber's Enhanced Listing by clicking here and compare it with your listing in our online directory.
Contact Lisa Myhre at (612) 370-9137 or Rhonda Bernard at (612) 370-9121 today!
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Meet the Chamber! Bloomington
 Tuesday, November 10
7:45 to 9 a.m. / Bloomington Chamber of Commerce
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Business Matters/Safety Matters: SWAT Team
Thursday, November 12
7:30 to 9 a.m. / Bloomington Police Department - Haeg Conference Room
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Chamber Town Talk: Hooray for the Hollywood - Theater Rehab Begins!
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Meet the Chamber! Minneapolis and the Firefighters Hall & Museum
Tuesday, November 17
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. / Firefighters Hall & Museum
Thank you to our series sponsor: Panera Bread
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Critical Issues Forum: Educational Achievement for All
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