Weekly Update: June 25, 2018
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Chamber Golf Tournament a Success

We may have had some rain, but everyone had fun on the course!

Thank you again to all of our sponsors, players and volunteers for making it a success!

Thank you to everyone who bid in the online auction, too!

If you haven't already, all winners can see what they won by signing into your auction account and paying online or you may call the Chamber to pay today!
Don't Miss Your Chance to have Your Business Promoted in the South Metro Living Magazine!
Our publishing partner, E&M Consulting, is in the process of wrapping up production of our River Heights Chamber of Commerce South Metro Living Guide. If you have any interest in advertising in the Chamber's community magazine and membership directory, you can view the advertising options and sign up online through  www.emconsultinginc.com/adreservation/RHCOC .  

They are very professional and produce a high quality publication. Don't hesitate to call Jack at 651-815-4169 if you have any questions. As always, your support of the River Heights Chamber of Commerce is greatly appreciated!
Upcoming Chamber Events
Chamber Meetings & Events This Week:

Tuesday, June 26
  • 4:00 p.m. - Progress Plus Board of Directors @ Chamber Office

Wednesday, June 27
  • 7:30 a.m. - South St. Paul Local Issues @ Central Square Community Center, South St. Paul

Thursday, June 28
  • 9:30 a.m. - IGH CVB Board of Directors @ Chamber Office
  • 3:00 p.m. - Sassy Pecan Sweet Shoppe Ribbon Cutting @ 100 Bridgepoint Drive, Suite 190, South St. Paul
  • 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. - Business Card Exchange with SouthEast Metro Business PAC @ Mississippi Pub, IGH
Join us for the June Business Card Exchange!
Thursday, June 28
4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Mississippi Pub

The Southeast Metro Business Political Action Committee is teaming up to host the June 28th Business Card Exchange at Mississippi Pub! All the candidates running for office in the River Heights region are invited! Come get to know them and how they plan to enhance our region’s ability to attract and retain new businesses!

Join us to network with your peers, enjoy some refreshments and meet the candidates!

Complimentary appetizers, refreshments and door prizes will be provided.
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Economic Development News - Progress Plus
Rihm Kenworth Grand Opening

Congratulations to Rihm Kenworth on their Grand Opening!
Member News & Events
Welcome New Chamber Member
Snap Fitness
Aaron Storbeck
3056 65 Street East
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076   
(651) 455-5113         
Taps & Apps - A Happy Hour Benefit Event
Tuesday, June 26
6 - 9 p.m.
Wabasha Brewing Company,
429 Wabasha Street South, St. Paul

Join us for a fun-filled evening of beer, appetizers, music and more! Attendees will receive two tasty glasses of brew from Wabasha Brewing Company's tap selection, as well as delicious appetizers. The B-52 Slider Squad food truck will also be on hand. Proceeds benefit the emergency and supportive service programs at Neighbors, Inc.

Minnesota Business Tax Education Partnership Seminar
The Minnesota Business Tax Education Partnership is holding a seminar in Inver Grove Heights for employers and their representatives who are interested in information on state and federal employment taxes and other employer responsibilities. These seminars will be presented by experts from the Minnesota Department of Revenue, Minnesota Unemployment Insurance Program, the United States Department of Labor, the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, and Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Insurers Association. 
 
Tuesday, July 10, 2018
8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Inver Hills Community College
2500 East 80th St.
Heritage Hall Room 203
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076

• Worker status (independent contractor vs employee)
• Employment Tax basics (withholding, depositing and reporting)
• Unemployment Insurance (tax rates, wage reporting, benefit account issues)
• Federal Labor Standards (wage and hour)
• State Labor Standards
• Workers’ Compensation Insurance (requirements)
 
Advanced registration is required - sign up here
May Ambassador of the Month
Bruce Bairaktaris
Quality Auto Care Center
100 South Concord Exchange
South St. Paul
(651) 457-6255

Interested in becoming a River Heights Chamber Ambassador? Contact Amanda Kissner, Chair, at  amanda@wakotafcu.org .
Be featured in a Member Spotlight
Only $100!
The River Heights Chamber Member Spotlight is a great opportunity to get the face of your business out in the community! A Member Spotlight includes an exclusive email sent to 500 Chamber representatives, a blog post on the Chamber's website, a one-on-one video testimonial and your video featured on the Chamber's social media!

Cost of a monthly Member Spotlight is only $100. If you are interested in being featured as part of the Chamber's Member Spotlight, please contact Nicole here.
Members' Hot Deals
Hot Deals & Job Postings!

Want to post a Hot Deal or Employment Opportunity ?  It's a free member benefit !
 Login to your member account or contact the Chamber here .