March 9th, 2020
UPCOMING EVENTS
MARCH MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON: 
Motivational Speaker John Kriesel

THIS THURSDAY, March 12
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Turtle's Social Centre
112 Lewis Street South, Shakopee

John Kriesel somehow survived a roadside bombing that claimed his legs and killed two of his best friends. The guy who wasn't supposed to survive and was told he probably would be in a wheelchair the rest of his life walked out of Walter Reed Army Medical Center after nine months.  Join us at our March Membership Luncheon to hear Kriesel's powerful message of hope and learn t he value of a positive attitude to overcome any challenge. 

THANK YOU TO OUR LUNCHEON SPONSOR!

MEMBERSHIP BREAKFAST:
Preparing For The Coronavirus Disease

Wednesday, March 18      
Dr. Monte Johnson:
VP of Medical Affairs,
St. Francis Regional Medical Center

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Turtle's Social Centre
Dowtown Shakopee

 RSVP

You cannot escape it: the Coronavirus Disease is the lead story everyday on every news outlet. We've been told it's not if , but when,  and that can lead to a lot of fear and misinformation.  Dr. Monte Johnson, VP of Medical Affairs at St. Francis Regional Medical Center and Allina Utilization Management Director, will help us separate fact from fiction and provide practical tips and suggestions for being prepared to ensure our safety in our homes and our businesses.

Click on the following links for the latest information on the Cornoavirus Disease:

2020 LEADERSHIP SHAKOPEE PROGRAM:
Register Now

2020 Leadership Shakopee Schedule:
 
April 16 - Retreat I
April 28 - Economy Day
May 26 - Law & Justice Day
June 23 - Local Government & Workforce Day
July 21 - Tourism Day
August 18 - Culture & History Day
September 22 - Graduation Program & Retreat II



Leadership Shakopee is a leadership development program coordinated by the Shakopee Chamber of Commerce. This six-month program informs emerging and existing leaders about the critical inner workings of our community.  During the seven sessions, the class will participate in a series of educational and hands-on opportunities designed to inform and inspire leaders - and challenge them to make a difference through personal commitment and involvement.

UPCOMING SHAKOPEE CHAMBERNET EVENTS:
Guests Welcome!

Tuesday, March 17
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
"Maximizing Facebook Potential"
Featuring Chad Peterson, Integrated Marketing+Design

Tuesday, March 24
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
"Am I (Are You) Referable?"
Featuring Todd Klohn, Wells Fargo Mortgage

Location for both events:
Zager Family Chiropractic
1164 Vierling Drive East, Shakopee

For more information or to register, email Todd Klohn.
GRAND OPENING & RIBBON CUTTING:
My Place Hotels

Thursday, April 9
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM  (Ribbon Cutting begins at 3:30 PM)
My Place Hotels
3912 12th Avenue East, Shakopee


Tour the new hotel, register for prizes, plus enjoy food and beverages.
Leadercast Live 2020

Thursday, May 7
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
River Valley Church
1350 Crossings Boulevard, Shakopee


The largest one-day leadership event in the world is broadcast live each year
from Atlanta to hundreds of Host Sites around the world. This career-changing
leadership event brings together globally respected experts on one stage to
share knowledge and insights from their leadership journeys.

Disturbance. Disorder. Disarrangement. Many people think these are
negatives in the workplace, but Leadercast Positive Disruption will show
how disruption is the best way to make positive, lasting changes in your
organization and beyond.

MEMBER NEWS
Join the MRCI Community Connector Committee!

Calling all difference-makers! Good things continue to happen for individuals at MRCI (Managed Resource Connections Inc.) and we'd like you to be part of an exciting new volunteer committee. 

Are you looking for a professional group to serve on? If you are passionate about inclusion and creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities or disadvantages at home, at work, or in the community, we need you!  Bring your talents, passion, and commitment to serve on this planning committee. In just a few hours a month, you can make a difference.

Member Hot Deal

Get 50% off graduation catering from Qdoba!



DOWNTOWN SHAKOPEE
Meeting Spaces Available at Shakopee Brewhall

Shakopee Brewhall wants to provide a engaging, local, and enjoyable busi ness meeting space to their chamber friends by renting out their taproom.  If you have not been into the Brewhall, their setup includes a wireless mic, monitors, and HDMI feed for presentations. T hey would be happy to work with any and all to see if the Brewhall could be a fit for you.

Feel free to call the taproom at 952.582.4292 
Coming Soon: Friends of Main Street Banquet

Our Annual Flower Basket Fundraiser, known as the Friends of Main Street Banquet, it fast approaching. This annual banquet raises funds for Downtown Shakopee district revitalization including: hanging flower baskets, community events, economic development, and continued art, design and beautification projects.

For information on how your business can  get involved, email our Main Street Director, Ashley Grotewold.