June 1, 2020
Outdoor Dining Begins June 1st: Answers To Commonly Asked Questions

Today, Minnesota moves into  Phase 2  of the #StaySafeMN Plan, which includes the option for restaurants and bars to re-open for outdoor dining. There are many questions from both businesses and customers about how this process will work. Click here for answers to frequently asked questions.

And make sure to check our website for updates on our local restaurants.
Ribbon Cutting At
Caravel Autism Health

Thursday, June 25
10:00 AM
4201 Dean Lakes Boulevard, Shakopee

Please join us in welcoming Caravel Autism Health to Shakopee! This socially-distanced ribbon cutting will also be broadcast on Facebook Live.

At Caravel Autism Health, their mission is to change lives. Caravel Autism Health’s team of autism health professionals is dedicated to working with children with autism and related developmental disabilities and their families to develop skills, create connections and instill confidence. 
Upcoming SBA Training

The SBA Minnesota District Office is hosting training webinars to provide SBA COVID-19 funding options and general technical assistance through the Money Smart for Small Business program developed collaboratively by the FDIC and SBA. To learn more and to register, click on the links below.

SBA Funding Options Q&A for COVID-19 Related Economic Disruptions 
June 2, 9:00 AM

SBA Money Smart Planning for a Healthy Business
June 2, 1:00 PM

SBA Money Smart Building Credit for Small Business
June 3, 1:00 PM

SBA Funding Options Q&A for COVID-19 Related Economic Disruptions
June 4, 9:00 AM

SBA Money Smart Financial Management for Small Business
June 4, 1:00 PM

SBA Money Smart Banking Services for Small Business
June 5, 9:00 AM

Coronavirus Tax Relief for Employers and Business Owners with SBA, IRS and DOL
June 12, 11:00 AM
Welcome, New Members!

The Shakopee Chamber of Commerce is pleased to introduce our newest members. Please welcome them by sending an email, stopping by their business to introduce yourself, or striking up a conversation at one of our events. We strive to connect our members to one another and to the community.
Renewing Chamber Members

Thank you to the following businesses for your continued support of the Shakopee Chamber of Commerce. With your support, we can continue our mission of growing Shakopee's business community through advocacy, membership programming, and economic development.

A.M. Pest Control
Edward Jones Investments - Paul Youngs
Hellmuth & Johnson, PLLC
HomeTown Bank
MRCI WorkSource
O'Brien's Public House
River City Centre Apartments
Shakopee Crossings Ltd. Partnership
South Metro Federal Credit Union
Sterling State Bank
CHAMBER MEMBER NEWS & UPDATES
During these uncertain times, we need to do all that we can to protect and help one another. Affordable FaceShields provides a better PPE solution to protect eyes, nose, and mouth from liquid splash and light particles of dust. Face shields are a more effective deterrent to COVID-19 and other infectious diseases than face masks. Our face shields are great for personal use, and ideal for business and industry where personal safety is paramount. Click here for more information: Affordable FaceShields, ( Mike Stout, President & CMO). Proceeds from our sales are going to fight food insecurity; our primary benefactor is Good in the 'Hood , a Twin Cities-based non-profit organization helping to feed the hungry.
Keep Shakopee Strong

The Shakopee Chamber and Visitors Bureau has compiled a list of helpful resources to use during this period of pandemic recovery. You can find this list on our website, www.shakopee.org .
The Chamber team is working remotely & can be reached via email or cell phone.

Angie Whitcomb, President & CEO
Cell: 612-210-3090

Tim Zunker, VP of Marketing
Cell: 320-493-8605

Ashley Grotewold, Main Street Director
Cell: 605-682-9068

Cristy Chadderdon, Billing & Operations Manager
Cell: 612-245-1183