August 22, 2022

Join us TOMORROW at Cities Edge Cycles inside Cities Edge Motorsports as we showcase their new bicycle and e-bike shop with a ribbon cutting!

Free Webinar: Tangible Ways To Recruit & Retain Service Members & Veterans

Thursday, August 25, 2022

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Current and former members of the military are a diverse group with unique skillsets that go above and beyond being able to fulfil specific job responsibilities, including leadership, self-discipline, team work, and an excellent work ethic. But how can you connect with service members and veterans and leverage these connections to solve your workforce challenges? This virtual event will provide best practices on how to make hiring service members and veterans a valuable part of your workforce strategy. Register.

Register Now For Money Smart

Looking for help starting or managing your small business? Check out Money Smart, a small business management series that provides a practical introduction to topics related to starting and managing a business. Click here for more information and to register. The first session is September 7th. Presented by the SBA.

SBA Training & Resources

Take a look at training opportunities and business resources available through the SBA's Minnesota District Office and their partners.

‘Allyhoo’ Stuffed Animals Bring Comfort To Local Pediatric Patients

Local nonprofit (and Shakopee Chamber Member) Allyhoo creates custom, handmade stuffed animal pillows for its customers, then makes a duplicate “twin” of the stuffed animal and donates it to a local hospital for young patients. Recently the company made its first donation of 50 Allyhoos to St. Francis Regional Medical Center. Click here to read the Shakopee Valley News article in entirety.

Sign Up For Trunk Or Treating At The Chamber's New Halloween Event!

Businesses and organizations are invited to join us at the Shak-O-Lantern Festival with their decorated vehicle (car, van, or truck) and park on First Avenue to hand out candy or other giveaways to kids as they trick or treat from vehicle to vehicle. (Kindly take allergies into consideration when choosing candy or other edible treats.) You can also provide games, crafts, or activities at your vehicle. Register now to be part of the fun on October 1st in Downtown Shakopee! And don't forget to check out the sponsorship and vendor opportunities.

Student Career & Business Connections Expo 2022

Friday, November 4, 2022

Shakopee High School - Field House

Student Career Expo 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (open to high school students only)

Business Connections Expo 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM (open to the public)

The Student Career & Business Connections Expo is aimed at high school students exploring career possibilities, as well as members of the general public who are seeking employment or looking for new job opportunities. This is the perfect time to promote internship and employment opportunities at your business. There are three ways for your business to get involved:

1) Exhibit at ONLY the AM Student Career Expo (free)

2) Exhibit at ONLY the PM Business Connections Expo ($200)

3) Exhibit at BOTH the AM and PM Expos ($200)

Click here to register.

In times of certainty and times of confusion, leadership is one of the most critical factors in determining an organization's success. Leaders are developed through purposeful training and immediate application of that training content in their organization. Leadership Academy is about going deeper into leadership development. It is a customized program built on investing in leaders with a curriculum rooted in application and results. All sessions are facilitated by Scott Morrell with Rebar Leadership. Registration is now open for the 2023 program.

September Monthly Luncheon

Dem-Con Companies

Thursday, September 1, 2022

Come for lunch and learn more about Dem-Con Companies, a diversified, full-service recycling, processing, and disposal company. No charge to attend!

Ribbon Cutting

Mallards Restaurant & Lounge

Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Mallards is excited to have you explore their new restaurant. Help us welcome them to Shakopee with a ribbon cutting.

Shak-O-Lantern Festival

Downtown Shakopee

Saturday, October 1, 2022

The Shakopee Chamber's new autumn event will feature a band, vendor market, food trucks, and "trunk or treating" for the kids!