 Apply now for 2017-2018 Leadership Twin Cities class
Are you looking to strengthen your network of community-minded business and civic leaders? Do you want to learn about our region's challenges, and discover ways to be part of innovative solutions? Then Leadership Twin Cities is for you.
Leadership Twin Cities is a nine-month series that informs people about the critical issues facing our community. Its focus is to inform and inspire future leaders - and challenge them to make a difference.
As a participant in Leadership Twin Cities, you will
- Get behind the scenes access to museums, hospitals and government agencies.
- Create new business connections from a cross-section of the community.
- Hear from and interact with high-level business, community and government leaders.
Apply for Leadership Twin Cities today at www.minneapolischamber.org/leadership. For additional information, contact Cheri Gengler at 612.370.9160 or leadership@minneapolischamber.org.
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 Enroll now in Minnesota Keystone Program
Does your business contribute products, funds and volunteer time to local organizations? You might qualify to join 200 area businesses in the Minnesota Keystone Program.
Since 1976, the Minnesota Keystone Program has promoted, supported, and recognized organizations that give at least 2% of their pre-tax earnings back to the community in the form of cash, in-kind donations and volunteer hours.
There is no cost to participate in the Minnesota Keystone Program. Visit www.minnesotakeystone.org to learn more.
Questions? Contact Cheri Gengler at 612.370.9160 or cgengler@minneapolischamber.org.
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 Welcome to our newest members
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 Go Minnesota Twins!
The 2017 Minnesota Twins season is under way! Don't miss out on seeing them in action!
As a member of the Minneapolis Regional Chamber you have the option of purchasing tickets for our Minnesota sports teams. We still have games available from July to October.
Please contact Andrea Carver at 612.370.9152 for details.
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Firefly Credit Union honored as Partner in Excellence
Firefly Credit Union was honored as an Alpha BETA Partner in Excellence at the 2017 Fiserv Education and Technology Conference for XP2. In 2016, Firefly's IS team worked closely with Fiserv subject matter experts through the Alpha and BETA quality assurance testing of three major releases of XP2. It was with their feedback and partnership that Fiserv continued to enhance XP2 as they prepared the product for general release. Firefly was one of three Credit Unions in a user group of more than two hundred processing on the XP2 core system selected to receive this honor. For more news about Firefly, visit their
website.
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Move Minneapolis announces new executive director
Move Minneapolis, the Downtown Minneapolis Transportation Management Organization (TMO) advocates for and promotes a sustainable transit and transportation system that supports a vital and growing Minneapolis, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mary Morse Marti as its executive director. "We are pleased to welcome Mary to our organization," said Tina Hoye, Move Minneapolis's board chair. "Her passion for transit and transportation issues will help Move Minneapolis expand its influence in Minneapolis among commuters, businesses, residents and visitors." As executive director, Morse Marti will provide leadership and management to move the organization forward, including developing a mission-driven strategic plan.
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Bloomington Ice Garden takes second place
in Kraft Hockeyville USA Competition
Bloomington was the runner-up winner in the Kraft Hockeyville USA 2017 national contest. The Bloomington Ice Garden (BIG) will receive $75,000 for rink improvements. "We are so pleased to accept this prize on behalf of the Bloomington community," Ice Garden Manager Bob Carr said. "The money will be used for planned renovations of the facility. This has been a great experience for everyone involved." BIG collected enough votes in semifinal round of voting to take on Rostraver Ice Garden in Belle Vernon, PA, in the finals April 24-25. As the grand prize winner, Belle Vernon, PA will receive $150,000 toward arena upgrades and will be host to a NHL preseason game. BIG was chosen as one of 10 finalists out of 1,300 ice arenas around the country to compete in the Kraft Hockeyville contest. As community members voted to advance their favorite facilities, BIG moved on to the final four and then as one of two ice arenas to compete in the finals.
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RECENT RIBBON CUTTINGS & GRAND OPENINGS
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Insurance Warehouse
4284 Dahlberg Dr.
Golden Valley, MN 55422
www.myinsurancewarehouse.com
Carrie Skarnes, with team members and brothers Eric and Craig looking on, celebrates the year anniversary of the Insurance Warehouse's Golden Valley location.
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 Critical Issues Forum:
Moving Data into Action
The Regional Indicators Dashboard compares this region's progress on critical economic, social and environmental measures against other peer cities across the country. This Critical Issues Forum will dive deep into the 2017 Dashboard results. Expect calls to action based on a thorough analysis of the data and announcements about new regional collaborations focused on the Dashboard metrics.
Friday, May 12, 2017
7:30 to 9:00 a.m.
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
1300 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403 |
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Boost your brand exposure
with Chamber sponsorship
Sponsoring a Chamber event or program is a high-impact, cost-effective way to gain company exposure in the business community. Sponsorship through the Chamber is budget-friendly for small to large businesses and provides your company with:
- Increased publicity and brand exposure
- Exclusive associations with high profile business events featuring key leaders and policymakers.
- Credible community exposure
- Highly targeted advertising placements across a variety of print and web media
- Access to new business relationships and potential customers
- Opportunity to renew and strengthen relationships with current customers and clients
Click here to get started!
Advertising & Marketing - Gain greater visibility for your brand with the affordable advertising and marketing options available through the Chamber.
Event sponsorship - With a variety of events and sponsorship investment levels to choose from you can find an option that aligns with your company goals.
Program sponsorship - Find the best fit for your Chamber support from regional policy & advocacy work to specialized local initiatives.
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 Steve Burk at (612) 370-9170.
Enhanced listing opportunity
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 to compare it with your listing in our online directory.
Contact Steve Burk at (612) 370-9170.
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Did you know you get exclusive member pricing at any Office Depot® or OfficeMax® store?
Show the cashier your store purchasing card when checking out to see the savings!
Don't have a store purchasing card?
Text "MinneapolisSPC" to 555-888 to receive one now!
Find a store near you at officedepot.com/storelocator
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Meet the Chamber
Tuesday, May 9
7:30 to 9:00 a.m. / Bloomington Chamber |
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Critical Issues Forum: Moving Data into Action
Friday, May 12
7:30 to 9:00 a.m. / Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
Thank you to our series sponsors: Mortenson, Thrivent Financial and Xcel Energy and event sponsors: Associated Bank, DLR Group, GREATER MSP and Voya Financial |
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Get Acquainted Breakfast: Art-A-Whirl® Kick-Off at Theater Latté-Da
Wednesday, May 17
7:30 to 9:00 a.m. / Theater Latté Da - Ritz Theater
Thank you to our series sponsors: Northeast Bank and Xcel Energy and event sponsors: Eastside Food Cooperative, Northeast Minneapolis Arts Association and Theater Latte Da |
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B.E.E.R.: Economic Opportunities & Impacts Facing Minnesota Businesses
Wednesday, May 17
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. / Hilton Minneapolis - St. Paul Airport
Thank you to our sponsors: One Source The Background Check Company and Grand Casino Mille Lacs & Hinkley |
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Executive Women's Council: Beyond the Ballot - Becoming Civically Engaged
Wednesday, May 17
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. / Kieran's Irish Pub
Thank you to our sponsors: Associated Bank, CenterPoint Energy, Comcast, Lommen Abdo, P.A., Schechter Dokken Kanter CPAs and Allied Parking, Inc. |
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Good Morning Minneapolis: Green Energy Innovations
Thursday, May 18
7:30 to 9:00 a.m. / HGA Architects & Engineers
Thank you to our presenting sponsor:Xcel Energy; our series sponsor: BMO Harris Bank and our event sponsor: Voya Financial |
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Let's Connect!
Thursday, May 18
7:30 to 9:00 a.m. / Bloomington Chamber |
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Bloomington Future Leaders: High School Mock Interviews
 Thursday, May 18
12:00 to 2:15 p.m. / Kennedy High School |
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DRIVE Social: Young Professionals at the Ordway
Thursday, May 18
5:00 to 7:00 p.m. / Ordway Center for Performing Arts
Thank you to our sponsors: Ordway Center For Performing Arts, U.S. Bank and Chowgirls Killer Catering |
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DRIVE Roundtable: Make It. MSP. - Marketing the Region
Friday, May 19
7:30 to 9:00 a.m. / the Local
Thank you to our sponsors: Cara Irish Pubs, CenterPoint Energy, Wells Fargo and Xcel Energy |
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Twin Cities Young Professionals: Summit 2017 - Diversity & Inclusion
Friday, May 19
7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Radisson Blu - Mall of America |
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