What's New

Looking to get more involved in the Chamber? Join the Women’s Leadership Forum Committee. As a committee member you will help plan the event, decide on speakers, and more! Plus, it is a great way to meet other women in the Chamber. Email Becca at bscholz@dcrchamber.com to join.

Dakota County Update

Board Chair and Commissioner Liz Workman and Dakota County Manager Matt Smith presented the Dakota County Update to an audience of business owners and managers, elected officials, and city staff at the December Advocacy and Issues Forum. Infrastructure, affordable housing, broadband internet, and parks were just a few of the important topics covered.

Coffee Break – Wings Credit Union

Kick the day off with the DCR Chamber at the Coffee Break hosted by Wings Credit Union on Thursday, December 14. Come casually network while gathering in a comfortable relaxed atmosphere. 

Ribbon Cutting – Spectrum Therapy

Join us on Wednesday, December 20 to welcome Spectrum Therapy to Eagan and the DCR Chamber. They will be cutting the ribbon as well as hosting an open house with refreshments and appetizers.

Boost Your Business – AI In Action

Register now for the first ever Boost Your Business Series on January 4. Prepare to embark on a transformative learning experience led by Paula Skoviera and embrace the limitless possibilities of ChatGPT for taking your business and daily endeavors to new heights. Join us for an enlightening journey that promises to revolutionize the way you approach problem-solving and communication.

Coffee Break – Drake Bank

On Wednesday, January 10, Drake bank will host the first Coffee Break of the year. Join us for coffee and refreshments, networking, and the chance to learn about our host company.

Annual Kick-off Celebration

Join us for the 2024 DCR Chamber Annual Kick-off Celebration on Thursday January 18 from 3:00 – 5:30 PM at Mendakota Country Club. The event will highlight the work the DCR Chamber has done and all the exciting new initiatives coming for 2024.

2023 Holiday Luncheon



It was a magical afternoon celebrating our nonprofit members. Nineteen nonprofits presented their missions and work to the 160 Chamber members in attendance. A great lunch was provided by Las Tortillas and the Rosemount High School Chamber Singers performed. This was the first year the event sold out and all invited nonprofits participated! The DCR Chamber Charitable Foundation will be donating to all the participating nonprofits.

New Members

Shiu Coaching and Consulting

540 Holly Ave.

Saint Paul, MN 55102

(312) 731-9361

Annie Shie – Founder and Lead Coach

annie@coachingbyannie.com

Renewed Members

Lost Spur Golf and Event Center – 23 years

Acctech LLC – 15 years

Dakota Electric Association – 43 years     

Merchants Bank – 38 years

Kindred Supports LLC – 1 year

IAG Commercial – 3 years

Inver Hills Community College – 23 years

Jensen’s Food & Cocktails – 26 years

If you have any questions or concerns about your membership renewal, contact Anna Schueler at aschueler@dcrchamber.com or 651-288-9204.

Mayor for a Day Contest

What would our cities look like if kids were in charge? The Mayor for a Day Essay Contest is back to find out!

To enter, fourth, fifth, and sixth graders can answer the prompt, “What would you do if you were mayor for a day?” for a chance to win $100 and recognition in Minnesota Cities magazine.

The deadline for submissions is December 12.

Eagan Biennial Business Survey: Make Your Voice Heard

Every two years, the City of Eagan surveys business owners and managers about the community’s business and economic climate, government services, and community amenities. Results offer the City Council and staff members a better understanding of the business viewpoint on all these topics. Every addressable Eagan business will be sent a survey via U.S. mail in December. Each potential respondent will have through Jan. 4, 2024, to complete the brief survey. Results will be shared in spring 2024.

Find information, past (and future) results, and the business survey online at cityofeagan.com/business-survey.

Check out upcoming DCR Chamber events on our online calendar!

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