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Marijuana Legalization is Coming: How to Prepare Your Business for the Inevitable

 

Join us on Thursday, February 2, for the Advocacy & Issues Forum breakfast. The Minnesota lawmakers unveiled a marijuana legalization bill and announced next steps to advance the reform in the 2023 legislative session proving just how high of a priority this is for the 2023 session. If, or more likely when, the bill passes there will be ramifications for our county, cities, and businesses.


Please join us for this conversation to learn what has happened, what is coming, and how you can best prepare your business to handle the changes.

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DCR Chamber Legislative Reception - February 8


The DCR Chamber Legislative Reception has moved to February 8 from 4:30 – 6:30 PM at the Pool and Yacht Club. Join us as we recognize and thank our Dakota County legislative delegation. This event provides an opportunity for the Dakota County business community to exchange ideas with elected officials on the best ways to ensure an economic climate for new investment and job creation in the region. Hors d'oeuvres provided and cash bar available. 


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Annual Meeting - Year in Review and 2023 Plans


The DCR Chamber’s Annual Meeting was a success! During the meeting Kathleen Gaylord was awarded Public Official of Note and Lisé Freking was awarded Ambassador of the Year.


Kyle Chank (Viking Lakes), the Board Chair for 2022, welcomed Ryan O’Gara (SKB Environmental) as the 2023 Board Chair; plus, introduced the new members to the board. They reviewed Chamber highlights for 2022 and outlined what is planned for 2023.


Mark Lofthus, Foundation Chair, outlined the successful efforts of the Foundation, including awarding scholarships and, through a partnership grant, will be training up to 40 phlebotomists in the region.


Jeanne Crain, President and CEO from Bremer Financial Corporation, enlightened the attendees with her insights on developing cultures, being ready to change and flexible when it comes to business endeavors, the importance of customer interactions, and suggested business strategies for 2023.


The meeting ended with a networking reception. Attached is the Annual Report handed out during the meeting.

Thanks to our Sponsors

Dakota Electric

Gateway Bank - Mendota Heights

SKB Environmental

Superior Service Center

Viking Lakes

Wings Financial

Anytime Fitness Rosemount Ribbon Cutting



The Chamber staff joined the City of Rosemount for a ribbon cutting celebration at Anytime Fitness in Rosemount. Nathan Jespersen, owner of the fitness center, and Mayor Jeff Weisensel spoke at the event.

Ribbon Cutting: Longship at Viking Lakes



You are invited to the Longship at Viking Lakes ribbon-cutting celebration on January 26 at noon. There will be tours, dessert, wine and spirits, and networking. Longship offers state of the art amenities such as 24/7 remote access, gym, pool, hot tub, sauna, and steam room. With private offices, private workstations, and touchdown workstations, you can find a space that suits your business needs.

WomEn's Leadership Forum

 

The 12th Annual WomEn's Leadership Forum featuring “Backstories Matter” will Energize, Educate, and Empower professionals of all levels. The conference features female speakers and panelists, who share their stories, advice, and help to empower their peers.

 

The Marketplace will display many vendors and businesses offering tasty treats, apparel, accessories, services, beauty products, travel options, and more! Register your business as a vendor for only $175.

 

As part of the DCR Chamber Charitable Foundation's initiatives, scholarships will be presented to driven young women looking to chart their own career course. Apply here.

 

Sponsorships are available – contact Laura at lroehl@dcrchamber.com or 952-300-1734.

 

Other ways to contribute to this event: 1) provide a gift certificate that will be stuffed in the Mystery Purse raffle, 2) donate a wine or spirit for the Wine & Spirits Pull where a portion of the proceeds go to the Charitable Foundation. Contact Becky Little at blittle@dcrchamber.com for pickup arrangements.

Women's Luncheon - Lost Spur Golf & Event Center


Join us for a great lunch and networking. Women are invited to meet other Chamber members, introduce their business to the group, and answer the question of the day.


The February 15 Luncheon will be held at Lost Spur Golf and Event Center in Eagan. The $26 fee includes registration fee, lunch, beverages, and gratuity. 

New to the program will be a Spotlight Speaker presenting a topic that will enlighten and inspire you. Melissa Miller from The Open Door will present “What Acting has to Teach us about Leadership.” She combines her experience as an actor and leadership speaker to bring a light-hearted look at bridging different backgrounds to where she is today. 

Renewed Members


Braemar Manufacturing, LLC – 10 years

LaBrash Plumbing – 7 years

Marschall Line, Inc./Mid-County Bus Company/Minnesota Coaches, Inc. – 29 years

Ceva Logistics – 28 years

The Law Offices of Jeffrey A Ellis, PLLC – 11 years


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

2017 Scholarship Recipient’s Success Story



Kaitlyn Stock received a scholarship from the Chamber’s Charitable Foundation in 2017, and she is doing great things with her business Kaitlyn’s Kloset. Kaitlyn’s Kloset operates a resource center housed out of Eagan. Individuals and families are able to come “shop” (for Free) for items for their children, as well as food and personal care items. Shoppers also have the ability to meet with Kaitlyn (a licensed social worker) to discuss community resources and additional help if needed.

 

There will be five scholarship awards given at the 2023 Women’s Leadership Forum on March 10. Event details.

Mendota Heights News


Join the Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport (MSP) Noise Oversight Committee (NOC) for a Winter Listening Session and dialogue about MSP Airport topics. Get details for the Frozen Fun Fest.

Rosemount Mayor Does a Snowplow Ride-Along


Mayor Weisensel for City of Rosemount joined Public Works last Thursday for an early morning snowplow ride-along.


"Cul-de-sacs and hills are particularly challenging. I see now why plow drivers really appreciate when cars are out of the streets! Remember, the plow drivers have to go home after plowing and plow out their own driveways. It's a big job, especially with all the snow we've had this year, so your cooperation and patience is appreciated."


Thanks, Mayor, for taking time to learn how Public Works makes "normal" happen!

Meet the Chamber

Meet the Chamber Orientation Meeting

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

8:45 - 10:00 AM

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Ribbon Cutting - Longship Viking Lakes

Thursday, January 26, 2023

12:00 - 1:00 PM

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Advocacy and Issues Forum

Thursday, February 2, 2023

8:00 - 9:30 AM

Register

Enlightened Leads Group

Enlightened Leads Group

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

7:30 - 8:30 AM

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Dakota County Legislative Reception

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

4:30 - 6:30 PM

Register

Women's Luncheon

Women's Luncheon

Wednesday, February 15, 2023

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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