If you plan on attending in-person, reach out to Tim Zunker, Chamber President. Click here for more information and to register.

For those who want to form their own business, you need to start with a basic question: What choice of business entity is right for me? Join Attorneys Dan Kadlec and John Kuehl, from Larkin Hoffman, to learn what options are available and the basic features and steps of each. Click here for more info and click here to register.

Are you a Shakopee Chamber member business with 10 or fewer employees? If so, your business is eligible for a free membership with the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce. With this membership you will receive tangible benefits to grow your business, plus it will allow you to take part in the largest grassroots network of businesspeople in the state. You will also have access to resources and connections otherwise reserved for Minnesota Chamber members, including events with statewide business leaders and access to cost savings products and services. If you are interested, email Tim Zunker, Chamber President.

The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal tax credit available to employers who invest in American job seekers who have consistently faced barriers to employment. Employers may meet their business needs and claim a tax credit if they hire an individual who is in a WOTC targeted group. Check out the Work Opportunity Tax Credit Quick Reference Guide For Employers for more details.

Contact Minnesota House members to pass a UI Trust Fund tax fix; the March 15th deadline is quickly approaching.

If you are an entrepreneur or innovator whose startup is earning less than $1 million in annual revenue, apply for the MN Cup Competition.

Find your STEM intern through the SciTech Internship Program!

From February 28th - April 10th, all donations made to CAP Agency will be partially matched by Minnesota FoodShare. Contact CAP Agency to host a food drive or fundraiser during Minnesota FoodShare's March Campaign.

Join the team and receive a $300 sign on bonus! Experience the fun of working in the entertainment industry at Canterbury Park - home to live horse racing every summer and year round action in our Card Casino, Racebook, and Expo Center.

and will feature Rx, Intermediate, Scaled, and Masters individual divisions along with Rx, Intermediate, and Scaled (MMFF) teams. GameDay Competitions believes that everyone deserves to feel like an elite athlete regardless of division or experience. They strive to host competitions that are exciting for spectators while making the athletes feel inspired and rewarded for their hard work. Buy your tickets now!

Rhythm on the Rails is a FREE, six week outdoor concert series that will take place this summer on Wednesday nights from June 22 & 29, July 13 – 27, and August 3. Each nightly concert runs from 6:00-9:00 pm on Lewis Street in Downtown Shakopee. Rhythm on the Rails features top-notch live music, family fun and games, food and brew vendors, and so much more! Click here to find out more about sponsorship opportunities. Then email Heather Proskey, Main Street & Special Events Director, to secure your sponsorship!

Leadership Academy is an 8-month cohort designed to give leaders next level skills. This customized program is built on investing in leaders with a leadership curriculum rooted in application and results. All sessions will be facilitated by Scott Morrell, EdD – President and Consultant with Rebar Leadership. 

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Help us welcome RAYUS Radiology to Shakopee, a leading national subspecialty provider for advanced diagnostic and interventional radiology services.

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