Summer happy hour networking with East Town Minneapolis
 A short program will start at 5:00 p.m. Melissa Wisniewski will introduce the Minneapolis Virtual Safety Network, and representatives from the Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce will provide an update on the new Sick and Safe Time Ordinance. There will be light appetizers available and a cash bar. This is a great after work networking opportunity for East Town Business Partnership members.
Thursday, June 29 | 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Radisson Red - OUI bar+ktchn
609 S 3rd St | Minneapolis, MN 55415
To register, please visit easttownmpls.org/3499-2
Thank you to the Radisson Red for providing complimentary hors d'oeuvres.
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Preparing for the Sick & Safe Time Ordinance
On July 1, the City of Minneapolis' Sick and Safe Time ordinance will go into effect. Is your business prepared? These sessions, hosted by the Chamber, will provide you with the information needed to ensure your business is in compliance. Plenty of time will be set aside for questions and take-away materials will be provided. All businesses are welcome to attend. Pre-registration is requested.
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 Welcome to our newest members
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 Enroll now in the 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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CPAs to provide free consultations on Small Business Advisory Day
Our region depends on strong, vibrant small businesses. Strong businesses depend on sound, expert advice. That's why the Minnesota Society of CPAs (MNCPA) is inviting business owners to meet with a certified public accountant on Aug. 9 during its inaugural Small Business Advisory Day. Complete an
appointment application and come to the MNCPA headquarters in Bloomington for a free, 30-minute session. You'll leave with the information you need to keep your business thriving.
To learn more, visit
www.mncpa.org/sbad or contact Corey Butler at
cbutler@mncpa.org.
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Feeding those with life-threatening illnesses
Marco announces a charitable giving partnership with Open Arms of Minnesota, a nonprofit organization that cooks and delivers free, nutritious meals to people living with life-threatening illnesses in the Twin Cities. As part of Marco's charitable commitment to the organization, the company's St. Louis Park office has earmarked over $17,000 in charitable donations and at least 20 hours a month in employee volunteering. Marco created the partnership with Open Arms after an extensive search process to choose a local charity that would provide a range of giving opportunities. Marco surveyed its employees at the St. Louis Park office for recommendations and, from those responses, researched nearly 20 organizations before choosing Open Arms. Marco employees have volunteered their time in a variety of activities, including decorating bags that are delivered to clients, working in the organization's organic garden and helping at Open Arms' Moveable Feast event. Future activities include meal preparation and delivery, a cook-a-thon and sponsoring an annual golf classic fundraiser. With the help of over 6,000 volunteers like Marco, Open Arms cooks and delivers more than 600,000 meals each year to people living with cancer, HIV/AIDS, multiple sclerosis and ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease), as well as their caregivers and dependents. Since it was founded in 1986, Open Arms has relied solely on donors and volunteers to operate.
Get hooked on saving lives
When tragedy strikes, it's the blood already on the shelves that saves lives in our local hospitals. Memorial Blood Centers (MBC) is encouraging members of our local communities to help keep those shelves stocked by becoming regular blood donors, and is offering great incentives to get them started. All presenting blood donors from June 26-July 8 will receive a free "Fishing for Donors" t-shirt. In addition, all month long, MBC is partnering with Noodles to give donors a $5 off coupon for an online order of $10 or more. To learn more, visit MBC.ORG/Noodles. To register for a blood drive, visit us online at MBC.ORG, or contact the sponsoring organization directly. While walk-in donors are always welcome, we encourage appointments to be made in advance. All types are needed-especially O negative (O-) and O positive (O+).
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It was a hole-in-one!
Our golfers enjoyed a fantastic and fun day on the course with lots of networking, contests and games. Our sincere thanks to all of the participants who made our tournament at Minnesota Valley Country Club on June 19 so successful! We appreciate everything you do!
Mark your calendars now for next year.
Monday, June 18, 2018
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Celebrate Northeast Parade
The 88th Celebrate Northeast Parade took place on June 20. One of Northeast Minneapolis' oldest traditions, the parade typically draws a crowd of 8,000 or more to Central Avenue. Thanks to all volunteers, entrants and sponsors that made this year's event fun for all.
The parade will be broadcast live on MTN channel 17 beginning at 6 p.m.
Rebroadcast times are:
- Friday June 23, 7 p.m. - Ch.16
- Sunday June 25, 6 p.m. - Ch.17
- Thursday June 29, 6 p.m. - Ch.17
- Saturday July 1 , 12 p.m. - Ch.16
- Sunday July 2, 5 p.m. - Ch.17
- Friday July 7, 7 p.m. - Ch. 16
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Meet the Chamber at Minneapolis Community and Technical College
www.minneapolischamber.org/mctc
Are you interested in learning how to make the most out of your membership? Are you curious as to what the Chamber can do for your business? If so, join us at Minneapolis Community and Technical College (MCTC) to hear from Chamber staff and volunteers about the programs, benefits and services that are available to Chamber members. Whether you are a brand new member, a longtime member, or just want to learn more about membership, this event is for you!.
Bring a guest and when they join, you will receive a $50 gift certificate from a Chamber Member restaurant.
Thursday, June 29, 2017
10 - 11 a.m.
About Minneapolis Community and Technical College (MCTC): Minneapolis Community and Technical College (MCTC) is a public two-year college located in the heart of downtown Minneapolis. MCTC enrolls nearly 13,000 credit students annually and is an active partner in initiatives designed to strengthen the social, economic and cultural vitality of the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
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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
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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Preparing for the Earned Sick and Safe Time Ordinance
Tuesday, June 27
8 - 9:30 a.m. / Northeast Bank - Walter Rasmussen Community Room
Tuesday, June 27
3 - 4:30 p.m. / Northeast Bank - Walter Rasmussen Community Room
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Business Before Hours: FASTSIGNS of Bloomington
Wenesday, June 28
7:30 - 9 a.m. / FASTSIGNS of Bloomington |
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Meet the Chamber at MCTC
Thursday, June 29
10 - 11 a.m. / Minneapolis Community and Technical College (MCTC)
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Preparing for the Earned Sick and Safe Time Ordinance
Thursday, June 29
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. / Northeast Bank - Walter Rasmussen Community Room |
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Meet the Chamber at Minnesota Masonic Heritage Center
Tuesday, July 11
7:30 - 9 a.m. / Masonic Heritage Center |
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Get Acquainted Breakfast: Bonicelli Kitchen
Wednesday, July 19
7:30 to 9 a.m. / Bonicelli Kitchen
Thank you to our series sponsors: Northeast Bank and Xcel Energy |
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Let's Connect!
Thursday, July 20
7:30 - 9 a.m. / Bloomington Chamber of Commerce |
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DRIVE Roundtable: Center Stage - The Regional Arts Scene
Friday, July 21
7:30 to 9 a.m. / the Local
Thank you to our sponsors: Cara Irish Pubs, CenterPoint Energy, Wells Fargo and Xcel Energy |
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