Weekly Update:
December 2, 2019
Sponsored in-part by: 
Thank You to Our Paid Advertiser - Southview Country Club!
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Advertise to Chamber Members & the Community in the Weekly Update!
Does your business have a special event, product launch or service you'd like to share over the holidays or in the new year?

The Chamber Weekly Update is one of your avenues to reach over 550 area business representatives in the community and promote your business for one low price!

Contact Nicole here
Chamber & Community News
Donors Needed for Chamber Blood Drive Tomorrow -
Join Us for Treats and Saving Lives!
Join the River Heights Chamber and community in attending the American Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, December 3 - appts are available from 10 am - 4 pm at the River Heights Chamber!

Treats will be provided and a s a special 'thank you' to your donors for their time and blood donation, those who come to give blood Nov. 18 - Dec. 18, 2019, will receive a $5  Amazon.com   Gift Card* via email, courtesy of our partner Suburban Propane.**

Schedule Your Appointment Today!
Please call  1-800-RED-CROSS
(1-800-733-2767) or visit
RedCrossBlood.org  and  enter: RHCC

Don't have an appointment? Speed up the process by going to   www.redcross.org/rapidpass .

*Restrictions apply, see  amazon.com/gc-legal.

** Terms and conditions apply.  Presenting donors who come in to donate during promotional time frame (Nov. 18- Dec. 18, 2019) are eligible. Limit one (1) per presenting red cell donor. If a presenting donor qualifies for multiple offers, they will only receive the higher offer unless otherwise indicated. This offer is non-transferable and not redeemable for cash. Offer is subject to change at any time in the promotional time frame. Instructions on how to claim your gift card will be sent to the email address provided on your donor record approximately 30 days after attempted donation.
Membership Drive 2020 – 20 New Members by the Start of 2020!
Any new members joining in December will get all the regular chamber benefits PLUS a membership drive exclusive perk :
a percentage of each NEW membership fee paid by the end of the year (2019) will be donated in their name to a Chamber Charity of their choice.

Any current members that recruit a new member will be entered into prize drawings and recognized in our Weekly Update. 

One of the main goals of the Chamber of Commerce is to create a community where people want to live, work and play. We do this by promoting business retention and growth; working with local, state and federal elected officials on issues from taxation to transportation to legislation; and partnering with local non profits which provide a key role in enriching our community.

If you are a non-profit Chamber member (charity) and would like to be listed among the donor choices, please contact Colleen at Colleen@RiverHeights.com .
Upcoming Chamber Events
Chamber Meetings & Events This Week:

Tuesday, December 3
  • 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - American Red Cross Blood Drive, Chamber Office

Wednesday, December 4
  • 8:00 a.m. - CoffeeNet @ Gramercy Park Cooperative, IGH

Thursday, December 5
  • 3:00 p.m. - Ambassadors Meeting
Statewide Policy Tour in South St. Paul
STATEWIDE POLICY TOUR - SOUTH ST. PAUL
Tuesday, December 10, 2019 8:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Rihm Kenworth
425 Concord Street So.
South St. Paul

Please join us in South St. Paul and make your voice heard in the 2020 legislative session. Hear what Minnesota companies are forecasting for growth and what it means for the Chamber's legislative agenda to grow our economy together.

  • Network with your peers
  • Discuss policy changes to help your business succeed and grow jobs in Minnesota
  • Engage in our grassroots efforts
  • Tour the Rihm Kenworth. facility following the meeting! 

AGENDA
Registration | 8:00 a.m.
Meeting | 8:15 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
Optional Tour | 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

No cost to attend but registration is needed.
River Heights Chamber Annual Meeting 2020
Thursday, January 9, 2020
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront
111 East Kellogg Boulevard
St. Paul, MN 55101

The River Heights Board of Directors invite you to join us as we celebrate the Chamber's vision for 2020 and beyond!

Awards Ceremony:
  • 2020 Business of the Year: Drkula's 32 Bowl
  • 2019 Forrest Glewwe Visions of Excellence:
Carol Swenson
  • 2020 Employer of the Year for People with Disabilities - Awarded in partnership with Dakota-Scott Workforce Development Board

Get your tickets today to the Awards Ceremony and hear from our featured speaker, 
Ian Leonard, Chief Meteorologist of FOX 9!

Whether you can invest as an event sponsor or at a contributing level - we have packages available for everyone's budget and we hope to see you there! Sponsor Here
Drkula's 32 Bowl of Inver Grove Heights will be receiving the River Heights Chamber's 2020 Business of the Year award on
Jan. 9, 2020 - join us to celebrate their business here!
Carol Swenson, retired Chamber staff of 33 years, will be receiving the River Heights Chamber's 2019 Forrest Glewwe Visions of Excellence award on Jan. 9, 2020 - join us to celebrate Carol and her years of service to the business community and many lives she touched in her leadership roles in many community organizations here!
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Economic Development & Workforce News
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Member News & Events
Welcome New Chamber Member
Huebsch Services
Dan Gregor
2941 Center Ct, Eagan, MN 55121
(651) 686-2320
 
Huebsch is a fourth generation, family-owned floor mat and uniform rental company that also provides facility services and corporate apparel.
They pride themselves on customer service, a customer- focused production process and community involvement.
Thank You for Renewing Your Chamber Membership for 2020
We will be highlighting several renewing members each week in the Weekly Update so watch for your business's name! If you haven't renewed yet, renew here today!

Here are some of the members who have renewed in November for 2020!
Thank you!

Acorn Mini Storage
Arbor Pointe Holiday
Bernhardson, Dave
Cahill Dental Care
City Auto Glass
Commemorative Air Force/MN Wing
DARTS
Darvan Acres
Edge Transportation Services
Ferber, Micheal
Gramercy Park Annual Bake & Craft Sale w/Silent Auction
Saturday, December 7
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Gramercy Park Cooperative (in the Gramercy Room)
5688 Brent Avenue, IGH

Click on the flyer here
Hot Deals & Employment Opportunities!
Share your Hot Deal or Employment Opportunities with the Chamber!  It's a free member benefit !

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Advertising Space Open for Your Business This Fall!
Does Your Business Have a Special Event or Promotion You Want to Share with the Chamber & Community?
For only $150 a month, you can have your ad displayed in each week (four weeks) of the Chamber's valued member benefit, the Weekly Update!
  • The weekly email is sent to over 600 business representatives each week
  • Plus your ad will be shared online and through the Chamber's Social Media!
  • Don't miss this affordable member opportunity!

Interested? Contact Nicole, here!
See more details to sign up here
River Heights Chamber of Commerce | 651.451.2266 | nicole@riverheights.com | riverheights.com