At 500+ million members, LinkedIn is the world's largest professional network. It allows you to connect with people in over 200 countries and territories, find potential employees (or jobs), and establish your personal brand. Although face-to-face communication is crucial in business, it's extremely difficult (and in many cases, impossible) to keep up with your entire network on a consistent basis. That's where LinkedIn comes in: log in a few times a week, interact with your connections, post about what's going on in your career or company, and you're done.
If you're asking yourself if you should be on LinkedIn, the answer is yes. Think of it as a way you can get rid of your stacks of business cards!
Are you linked in with Dakota County Regional Chamber and other Chamber members? Click here to engage with us on LinkedIn!
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Committed to Business... for YOU.
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It's Not Over Just Yet...
The Legislative Session may not be over just yet but our Legislative Breakfast Series wrapped up last Friday. Thank you to our program partner, the Minnesota Retailers Association, and to our Legislative Breakfast Presenting Sponsor:
The Legislative Breakfast Series will start up again in the fall. Watch for more information in the coming months.
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What's Happening in Your Neck of the Woods?
Business Councils provide business owners and community leaders an opportunity to gather together and engage in a roundtable discussion on local issues happening in each of our individual communities. 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, provide feedback and voice your opinion, meet with elected officials, city, county, and school district staff members. Next up:
Eagan - June 14 at 8:00 a.m.
West St. Paul - June 22 at 8:00 a.m.
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Events Calendar
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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5
11:30 a.m.
Executive Committee
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6
3:30 p.m.
Ambassador Committee
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4:30 p.m.
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8:00 a.m.
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12
11:00 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
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3:30 p.m.
Business Excellence Awards Committee
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14
8:00 a.m.
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7:45 a.m.
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10:30 a.m.
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7:30 a.m.
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8:00 a.m.
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8:00 a.m.
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8:00 a.m.
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Did You Know?
We've set a date! This year's Business Excellence Awards will be held on Thursday, November 16. The Business Excellence Awards provide the opportunity to recognize businesses and individuals in our community for all of the excellent work they do. Our business categories include Business Excellence, Community Leadership, Small Business, Non-Profit and Women/Minority Owned. Our individual categories include legacy and young professional.
We are looking for volunteers who are interested in planning this awesome event! Our first meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 13 at 3:30 p.m. at the Chamber offices. Interested? Please contact committee chair, Jake Sedlacek. Watch for more information coming soon!
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MN Secretary of State Office Open Appointments
The Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State, Steve Simon, has released a notice of all 513 vacancies for various state boards, councils and committees that are accepting applications. Minnesotans are encouraged to apply and serve in demonstration of public service. Click here for the full list of vacancies.
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Local Focus: Find Out What's Happening In Your Community
Farmington City Council meets June 5 - see the agenda
Eagan City Council meets June 6 - see the agenda
Mendota Heights City Council meets June 6 - see the agenda
Rosemount City Council meets June 6 - see the agenda
Dakota County Board of Commissioners meets June 6 - see the agenda
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Member Spotlight: Opportunity to Learn
Carol Osnes, Chief Operations Officer at Yankee Eye Clinic and Rosemount Eye Clinic
Four years ago, I began working with my husband, Dr. Osnes, at his two optometric clinics. My first big project was the renovation of the Eagan office. Since then, my efforts have been to help enhance the culture of our two clinics and assist in the growth of our amazing team members. Being involved with the Dakota County Regional Chamber has given me the opportunity to learn and grow professionally. I enjoy the variety of events to volunteer for such as the WomEn's Conference and the Golf Tournament along with learning and making new friendships through the WomEn's Circle. I also appreciate how the Chamber keeps me up-to-date on the important issues that affect Minnesota businesses. I am blessed to be part of such a dynamic and enriching Chamber.
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New Members
We welcome the following new members!
Minnesota Autism Center
Solos Pizza Cafe - Eagan
Wintrust Mortgage
Restoration Carpet Cleaning
Dynamic Surface Solutions
2910 Waters Road
Eagan, MN 55121
(612) 669-3383
Visit website
here
Dynamic Surface Systems is a cutting edge company that offers an unbeatable array of capabilities. Our goal is to help brands engage clients with new and exciting technology. We offer procurement of an entire range of technology and installation of all types of provided equipment and carry a pleasing variety of interactive and one of a kind photonic display technologies. We offer four different types of projection glass, including a fully transparent projection surface that offers maximum clarity and advertising exposure. Our surfaces are unparalleled in their reliability and unequaled in scalability, and are sure to offer an incredible alternative to other surfaces.
Seal King
Mason Ondich
19248 Castle Court
Farmington, MN 55024
(651) 274-5113
Visit website
here
Mason Ondich is the owner/operator of Seal King Farmington, Eagan, Rosemount, Inver Grove Heights, West St. Paul and Sunfish lake. Seal King has been one of the top small businesses in the seal coating industry for 26 years. My family and Seal King take pride in our community. We are a part of the youth hockey program and support them in any way we can. Seal King looks forward to having a more active role as we join the Chamber and help grow our community. We want to be a voice and support to all small businesses.
Eagan Auto Repair
Perry Linn
1340 Duckwood Drive
Eagan, MN 55123
(651) 454-7100
Visit website
here
Eagan Auto Repair is a family owned and operated business. Perry Linn truly has a lifelong history in the industry! Starting at age 12, working at his father's service station, Perry handled the garbage detail until he was tall enough to wash windows for customers. Remember, this was back in the day of "full service" service stations. In high school, Perry was in a vo-tech program for auto mechanics and managed one of his dad's stores by the age of 15. Graduating from Dunwoody as a Master ASE technician, Perry owned his first service center by the age of 27. Today, with three locations, he follows in his dad's footsteps. With that much experience, you can be sure he'll know how to help with whatever auto repair, tires and service needs you have.
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!
 Congratulations to
Michele Boston, No Time for Poverty, on being
chosen as the Non-Profit Professional of the Year by NonProfit Pro! Michele was also recognized in March as one of our Women of Excellence Award winners.
 Dan Stoltz, President and CEO of SPIRE Credit Union, received the 2017 Outstanding Marketing Executive of the Year Award at the recent DECA State Conference Grand Awards Ceremony. Read more. Congratulations Dan!
 Send your business success updates to
Emily for inclusion in Weekly Update.
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