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Thursday, September 3, 2015
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Minneapolis Working Families Agenda
If you have a business in the City, you need to be aware of this new City proposed initiative as it will impact all Minneapolis Businesses. The Mayor has included $200,000 in her budget to facilitate and administer this new proposal. The policy proposals being developed include 1. Earned Sick time, 2. Fair Scheduling and 3. Policy Enforcement.
This agenda is also being discussed in cities and states across the country. San Francisco has already passed Working Families legislation and I can tell you their version includes provisions that would prove quite burdensome to businesses here.
To their credit, the City is reaching out to the business community to work with us to develop policies that would serve both employer and employee. This Chamber and a number of other business groups are currently in a dialogue with City officials over the various proposals. Already it is clear that this conversation is paying off as some members of the public sector have no concept of what it takes to develop schedules. For example, an initial idea was that every business, regardless of size would have to post all employee schedules 28 days in advance. And that any changes would result in extra "penalty pay" for any changes to that schedule. Given the nature of business, I expect vary few of our members large or small, could make that work.
I believe both sides want the same thing; as much predictability of scheduling as can be accommodated
while still running a profitable business, and that every employee is accurately paid for the time they work.
We will need your help.
As these talks progress, both sides will benefit from hearing what effect some of these potential policies would have on actual businesses. This means we need to hear from you. At this point, my goal is to have you aware that something is in the works. We are asking City officials to provide enough time to hear from everyone so that an appropriate solution can be reached. In this we are fighting an effort by some to rush something through so it can be enacted by year end.
I am not sharing with you the City's initial proposal as it was created without business input. Now that we have had the opportunity to share how scheduling actually works (for example), we expect new proposals reflecting the realities of making a schedule. That said, we need to be both vigilant and constructive so that Minneapolis can produce a set of policies that serves the entire community.
Stay tuned. If you want to discuss this further, host an informational meeting at your business, or would like to be among the team sharing their story once we have some specifics to consider, please contact me directly.
The Battle for Millenials
Regions that will lead tomorrow's economy in this country are the ones who maintain their young workers and successfully attract others to their market. Find out how the MSP is faring in this fight at the next Critical Issues breakfast on Friday, September 25th.
Click here to register today.
Todd Klingel
President & CEO
Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce
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 Minnesota Lynx Pass
Use PROMO CODE: Chamber
Ticket & Donuts | September 4th | Click here
Treat yourself to this great Lynx deal.
Receive a free bag of mini donuts with each ticket purchased for only $20! It's the perfect time to experience the fun as the Lynx take on the Indiana Fever on Faith & Family Night. Game time 7PM.
Ticket & T-Shirt | September 8th | Click here
Be there for Lynx Fan Appreciation Night on Tuesday, September 8th with this exclusive offer. Receive a Lynx t-shirt with every ticket purchased for only $20 each. Cheer on the playoff-bound Lynx as they take on the Seattle Storm. Game time 7PM.
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Startup Capital of the North
 Twin Cities Startup Week is next week, September 8-13, and features events across the Twin Cities Metro Area to celebrate and strengthen our start up community.
DEED will be hosting an open house for emerging businesses on September 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the First National Bank Building, 332 Minnesota Street, St. Paul. Representatives from their business and community development programs will be on hand to assist emerging businesses with tips on how to step up your startup.
You can register to attend this and other Startup Week activities at
twincitiesstartupweek.com.
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WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS
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I Love Lucy's Cleaning Service LLC
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 Featured Job Opportunities!
The following member companies are now hiring:
- Failproof Age Defying Products - Network Marketing Professional
- Foster Klima and Company - Financial Representative
- Mortgages Unlimited - Mortgage Apprentice, Mortgage Office Administrator
- Tervis - Part Time Sales Associate
- Tunheim - Bookkeeper
- Southern Wine & Spirits - Merchandiser
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The Waite Legacy Leadership Awards
Rasmussen College is honoring the legacy of their former President Kristi Waite with the Waite Legacy Leadership Award. The Waite Legacy Leadership Awards are given annually to recognize exemplary leadership contributions from a student, employee, and external community leader and/or organization. Each recipient will have the opportunity to designate a $1,000 donation to a local non-profit in their name.
To submit a nomination:
Click here for the application, including a 1,500 words or less essay to describe how you and your leadership has added to the success of a team and/or organization, provided visionary, inspirational and collaborative leadership, won hearts and minds, shown commitment to community success, and how you have demonstrated the highest integrity and ethical behavior.
Click here to apply today! Application deadline is Monday, September 14th.
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Toro Company/University of Minnesota
The Toro Company donated $2 million to the University of Minnesota to endow a chair at the Carlson School of Management in the name of late Toro CEO and U of MN Business Dean David Lilly. The endowment, the largest gift Toro has made to the University, will be used to help fund faculty and research.
CenterPoint Energy/University of Minnesota
CenterPoint Energy presented the University of Minnesota an energy efficiency award for participation in and championing the Company's Conservation Improvement Programs. The University of Minnesota received their award for the most innovative project of the year for implementation of an aggressive environmental plan that includes renewable energy, combined heat and power and sustainable building and remodeling practices to reduce carbon emissions by 81,000 metric tons, which is about 12 percent of the campus footprint.
Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal's 2015 Diversity in Business Awards
Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal's 2015 Diversity in Business Awards recognize some of the region's business leaders (owners & executives) from the GLBT and ethnic minority communities: Chamber member business honorees include: Katrice Albert - University of Minnesota; David Avchen - HGA; Christopher Dolan - Faegre Baker Daniels; Ravi Norman - Thor Construction and Ashish Vimal - Accenture.
Lindquist & Vennum was named one of the 2015 Working Mother & Flex-Time Lawyers 50 Best Law Firms for Women. The firms selected were recognized for their family-friendly policies and career and business development initiatives that are helping retain women attorneys and advance them into the leadership pipeline. The firm also had 30 Minneapolis based attorneys named to the The Best Lawyers in America 2016 list. Three of those listed were also honored with "Lawyer of the Year" designations , a distinction reserved for only one lawyer in each practice area and designated metropolitan area: David Allgeyer: Minneapolis Arbitration; Robert Hartman: Minneapolis Employee Benefits (ERISA) and Steve Johnson: Minneapolis Litigation - Banking and Finance.
Bridging Announces New Executive Director
Bridging is pleased to announce Mark Wilkening as its new executive director. Wilkening brings more than two decades of nonprofit leadership, strategic planning, operations, development and financial experience to Bridging. Most recently he served as President of Angel Foundation, which provides emergency financial assistance, education and support to local adults with cancer and their families. Wilkening will begin his position at Bridging on Monday, August 24, 2015. Click here to read more.
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RECENT RIBBON CUTTINGS & GRAND OPENINGS
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 Seven Hills Preparatory Academy - Upper School
1401 West 76th Street
Richfield, MN 55423 www.sevenhillspreparatoryacademy.org Seven Hills Preparatory Academy's Upper School Executive Director Carl Schlueter gets lots of support opening the new campus in Richfield. |
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UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS & GRAND OPENINGS
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Mississippi Watershed Management Organization
MWMO Stormwater Park and Learning Center
Saturday, September 19, 2015 | 10:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. 2522 Marshall Street NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418 www.mwmo.org Please RSVP to Brent at [email protected] if you plan to attend. |
The DAVIS Companies
Thursday, October 1, 2015 | 11:30 a.m.
(Open House 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.) 7100 Northland Circle N., Ste. 302
Minneapolis, MN 55428 www.daviscos.com Please RSVP to Brent at [email protected] if you plan to attend. |
Embassy Suites Bloomington
Thursday, October 8, 2015 | 4 p.m. 2800 American Blvd. W.
Bloomington, MN 55431 www.embassybloomington.com Please RSVP to Brent at [email protected] if you plan to attend. |
Park Dental Bloomington
Tuesday, October 13, 2015 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 4200 West Old Shakopee Rd., Suite 100
Bloomington, MN 55437 www.parkdental.com Please RSVP to Brent at [email protected] if you plan to attend. |
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Upcoming Bloomington Chamber's Office Hours
In observance of the Labor Day holiday, the Bloomington Chamber office will be closed Friday, September 4 at 12:00 p.m. and Monday, September 7.
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2016 Gala Committee
The 2016 Gala Committee will hold their first meeting on Wednesday, September 9 at 3:00 p.m. to start planning the 27th Annual Gala! Joining the committee is an excellent way to get involved with the Chamber and be part of one of our exciting signature events. If you are interested in joining the 2016 Gala Committee, please email Anna at [email protected]. |
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Critical Issues Forum:
Workforce Strategies - Attracting & Retaining Millennials
Friday, September 25, 2015 | 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
One strategy to addressing the impending workforce shortage is to increase the number of millennials living in Minneapolis-Saint Paul. State Demographer Susan Brower will provide an inside look into how many of these critical workers we have and whether more are leaving the state than entering it. A select group of panelists will share methods we're using to turn the tide.
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
1300 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403 |
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Presented by:
Target
Thank you to our series sponsors:
Mortenson Construction,
Associated Bank,
Comcast and
Xcel Energy
Cancelations 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.
Start saving now and get $15 off your qualifying order of $75 or more!
Use coupon code 51101254 when checking out. 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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Public Policy Forum:
Crafting State Budgets - Minnesota & Pew-MacArthur Results First Initiative
 Friday, September 11
7:30 to 9 a.m. / Wells Fargo Center
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Executive Women's Council Presents Senator Melisa Franzen
Wednesday, September 16
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. / The Woman's Club Minneapolis
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Let's Connect!
Thursday, September 17
7:30 to 9 a.m. / Bloomington Chamber of Commerce
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Business Day at Bloomington City Hall - Connecting Bloomington & Your Business
Friday, September 18
8 to 11 a.m. / Bloomington Civic Plaza
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Get Acquainted Breakfast: Fall Fine Arts at Solar Arts by Chow Girls
Wednesday, September 23
7:30 to 9 a.m. / Solar Arts by Chow Girls
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