Calling All Emerging Leaders
 Are you an emerging leader (amazing individual under 40) or do you have emerging leaders within your business, who want to become more engaged with other emerging leaders within the Chamber? If so, please let us know who you (they) are so we can help get you connected.
On December 7 from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. at Bald Man Brewing, we will be kicking off our Emerging Leaders group. Emerging Leaders will meet on a quarterly basis to network with one another in a social setting. Our identified Emerging Leaders will also receive emails from time to time with information relevant to becoming a successful leader. Register today.
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Committed to Business... for YOU.
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Election Day is finally upon us! Access Election Day results on our
Voter Guide, f
ind your polling place, view sample ballots, and read up
on candidates running in local and state elections throughout Dakota County.
Vote November 8!
On December 2, our Legislative Breakfast will feature
David Schultz, a Hamline University Professor of Political Science who teaches across a wide range of American politics.
Schultz will provide a recap of the 2016 Election Results on the federal, state, and regional level. What's the changing political landscape of Dakota County? What does it mean for the next two years for Minnesota? Four years or more for the United States? Join us for a lively discussion as he breaks it all down. Register today.
Series passes and sponsorships are available. Contact Vicki for more information.
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Are You Ready for December 1?
New workplace overtime regulations take effect in 30 days. Has your business made the necessary changes to comply with this new federal law? Simply stated, any employee making less than $47,476 annually must be paid hourly, thereby qualifying them for overtime pay above 40 hours per week. Of course there are more provisions, but find out more on how to safeguard your workplace by reviewing the
Fair Labor Standards Act 2016 or reach out for a formal legal opinion.
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Be Part of our Inaugural Good Day Dakota County event!
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Events Calendar
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Women's Programming
Committee
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Board of Directors
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Happy Thanksgiving
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Chamber Office Closed
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Did you Know?
We want to make sure that we are providing information in Weekly Update that is relevant, informational and of interest to you. If you have any feedback on different topics your would like to see featured, Emily would love to hear from you. Email her today!
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First Business Council a Smashing Success
 With more than 20 people around the table, your Chamber's first Business Council kicked off last week in Rosemount. Topics included an update on the City's Comprehensive Plan Amendments, new business opening dates, UMore Park developments, 2017 city proposed budget and its' tax implications, along with an education update from Superintendent Jane Berenz, District 196.
In an effort to keep you better connected with the communities you live and work in, your Chamber is hosting quarterly Business Council meetings in Eagan, Farmington, Mendota Heights, Rosemount, and West St. Paul. Business Councils are roundtable discussions of local issues happening in your community. Whether it's the latest economic development project proposal, road improvement plans, or a local ordinance affecting how you do business, Business Councils provide business owners and community leaders a chance to learn more and provide feedback with elected officials and city and school district staff members. Upcoming Business Councils include:
Farmington - Wednesday, November 9
Mendota Heights - Thursday, December 1
Eagan - Wednesday, December 14
West St. Paul - Thursday, December 22
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Local Focus: Find Out What's Happening In Your Community
Farmington City Council meets November 7 - see the agenda
Rosemount City Council meets November 7 - see the agenda
Farmington Planning Commission meets November 8 - see the agenda
Eagan City Council meets November 9 - see the agenda
West St. Paul Joint Work Session meets November 10 - see the agenda
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Looking for a Way to Give Back?
 Dakota County Regional Chamber is sponsoring a Red Cross Blood Drive on November 30, between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm at DCR Chamber offices. To schedule an appointment, please
click here and enter sponsor code DCRCC. Take the time this busy season to remember those that need you and donate - you might save a life!
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New Members
We welcome the following new members!
Kieser Kisting Logistics, LLC
Bald Man Brewing
Dan Jacobs
2020 Silver Bell Road, Suite 25
Eagan, MN 55122
(651) 600-3164
Visit website
here
We brought together our passions for fresh artisan beer, family and friends, and great rock music to build a new brewery like no other. We are located in Eagan at the Silver Bell Business Center directly on Highway 13 across from Twin Cities Premium Outlets. We are a production brewery that sells our fresh beer in our large taproom as well as to other retailers in the Twin Cities area.
BEVCOMM Business Solutions
Chip Sullivan
3140 Neil Armstrong Blvd., Suite 301
Eagan, MN 55121
(651) 379-2001
Visit website
here
BEVCOMM's business solutions provide managed IT, business telephone systems, video surveillance, web solutions and data networking solutions custom designed for local businesses.
The Wine Lady -WineShop at Home
Lakeville, MN 55044
(952) 250-9829
Visit website
here
WineShop at Home is a Napa Valley Winery that offers more unique wine styles, varietals and appellations from California and throughout the world than any other company. These wines are handcrafted in small batches by our winemaker and priced for extraordinary value. Our "no-headache" wines are ready to drink now, collect or cellar. Current wines are featured in our in-home wine tastings, by the bottle, and in our gift baskets. Our popular monthly Wine Club Memberships are a great value and designed to fit your individual taste and lifestyle. We also feature Personalized Label Gifts - perfect for corporate gift-giving and celebrating life's most simple and special occasions. Come for the Taste and Stay for the Lifestyle!
Integrative Chiropractic & Performance
Dr. Scott Hoppe
5885 149th Street West, Suite 101-G
Apple Valley, MN 55124
(952) 683-1679
Dr. Scott Hoppe is the Primary Doctor and Owner of Integrative Chiropractic and Performance. At Integrative Chiropractic and Performance (ICP) our mission is to educate the community, treat and heal the individual, and empower the community to improve their overall health. ICP is where hope is restored, health is regained and performance is re-imagined.
During the month of November, Dr. Hoppe is running a special promotion. For every new patient he receives, he will donate 2 HOURS of service to The Open Door, a local organization with a fresh approach to ending local hunger! So what are you waiting for?! Call to make an appointment today! Let's put Doctor Scott to work!
Watch for more information about these fine companies in upcoming Weekly Updates.
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Last week these awesome members renewed their Chamber membership. Thank you!!
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Celebrate Business Success
News on what's happening with our members and in the community!
 Earlier this year, Sal Mondelli, Executive Director, 360 Communities announced he will be retiring at the end of thi year. Chamber members are invited to join in a celebration on Thursday, December 8th, at Morgan's at Best Western Premier Hotel in Burnsville. Thank you for everything you have done for our community Sal. Congratulations!
Justin Hellickson was recently named Branch Manager at
Think Mutual Bank's Eagan location. Congratulations Justin!
 Congratulations to
Phil Stalboerger,
MTM/MNet on celebrating three years with the organization! MTM arranges non-emergency medical transportation for Medical Assistance recipients in the Twin Cities metro area.
 Living Well Disabilities recently purchased property in Mendota Heights that will serve as their new headquarters. We look forward to visiting your new home in 2017!
Read more.
 Our Ambassadors stopped by
Rosemount Floral to help celebrate with
Michelle Scheuerlein on her 20 year anniversary in business. Congratulations Michelle!
Read more.
 Goff Public recently hired
Zoe Peterson as their new assistant account executive. Goff Public has been helping clients shape public opinion and protect their reputations for 50 years.
 Let's celebrate high ethical standards in Minnesota business. The
Minnesota Business Ethics Award® (MBEA) invites all Minnesotans to nominate one or more Minnesota-based businesses for the 2017 awards.
Click here to nominate a company. The nominations deadline is January 20, 2017.
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