As we transition from the challenges of the worldwide pandemic, we are not entering a “New Norm.” We are boldly going into the GREAT New Era in Business. Unlike any year before it, 2021 will open new opportunities for businesses that have prepared their people for success. But this transition year will also present new variables – obstacles that need to be overcome. We are providing a powerful 4-part series that will allow you to forge a pathway to success for you and your people. Author, speaker, and business coach, Erik Therwanger, will share the game-enhancing strategies and techniques needed to transform your people and magnify your results. Click here for more information and to register.

Now’s the time to contact Governor Walz and legislators: Urge them to adopt a transparent reopening plan that balances business survival and the health of the public to safely reopen Minnesota for our employers, employees, and for the state's economy as a whole. Click here to send your message.

Applications will be accepted through April 16, 2021. Click here for the application and related materials.

Sign up for this informative 30-minute webinar to learn about Minnesota’s Best, an exciting new marketing tool designed to increase traffic, grow your customer base, and add to your bottom line. The program will recognize the best Minnesota businesses from over 370 categories, including professional services, restaurants, and cultural institutions. Tune in for a lively panel discussion for valuable insights as to why you shouldn’t sleep on this new initiative! Click here to register.

Minnesota’s immigrant communities are critical to the state’s economic success. In this webinar, hear about the findings of a new report that examines the state’s changing demographics and captures the important economic contributions of immigrant entrepreneurs, business owners, and workers. What does it mean to welcome immigrant participation in our economy? What would Minnesota’s economy look like without it? This webinar can help answer these questions and more. Click here tor register.

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

Check out MOH's March newsletter for information about the Reasonable Suspicion For Supervisor seminar, COVID-19 vaccine, and work-injury tear-off posters.

Leadership 2.0 is a customized program built on investing in leaders with a curriculum rooted in application and results. We all know the stronger our leaders in times of plenty and in times of want, the stronger our businesses and organizations. This program promises to equip leaders in a meaningful way. Click here to register. All sessions will be facilitated by Scott Morell, EdD – President and & Consultant with Rebar Leadership.

The Shakopee Chamber Foundation is providing two $1,000 scholarship opportunities for Leadership 2.0. CLICK HERE for information and guidelines.

Interested in reducing waste at your business? Scott County offers area businesses and organizations grants up to $10,000 each to help start or expand recycling, organics, or reuse programs. Join the growing number of other local businesses reducing waste and get started by contacting Adam Mehr with Minnesota Waste Wise at 651-292-4675 or amehr@mnchamber.com.

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The Downtown Shakopee Farmers Market is back for 2021! When a community hosts a farmers market, farmers receive more of our food dollars and shoppers receive the freshest and most flavorful food in their area - and local economies prosper. Past vendors at the Downtown Shakopee Farmers Market have included fruits and vegetables, maple syrup, flowers, root beer, baked goods, handcrafted gifts, plus so much more. Interested in being a vendor? Click here for the application or email Ashley Grotewold, Main Street Director.

Rhythm on the Rails is an outdoor concert series that will take place five consecutive Wednesday nights this summer, from July 14 through August 11. ROTR provides a vibrant festival atmosphere that brings together the entire community to enjoy live music, food, drinks, shopping, and activities for kids. This annual event is a collaborative effort led by Downtown Shakopee.

This event wouldn't be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Don't miss out on the opportunity to get involved and promote your business! Please email Ashley Grotewold or give her a call at 952-641-9044 with any questions or to secure your sponsorship.

For the second year in a row, Xcel Energy has hit a significant milestone in its quest to deliver 100% carbon-free electricity to customers by 2050. The company broke its own record for a single-year drop in emissions in 2020, cutting carbon emissions company-wide by approximately six million tons, a 12% reduction over 2019 levels. That’s equivalent to taking nearly 1.2 million cars off the road for a year. Click here to read the press release in its entirety.

All proceeds from this event will be used to support SVA’s programs to assist victims of domestic violence in Scott and Carver counties. Since 1982, SVA has been able to provide these vital services to more than 21,000 individuals in our community and look forward to expanding our reach in the year to come. Partner with us in breaking the cycle of domestic violence by sponsoring or donating to the event! For more information, please feel free to contact Katie Schaumann at 952-873-4214 or communityengagement@svamn.org.

Did you know that Chamber members can purchase Good Night Shakopee books wholesale to sell at your business for the retail price? And when you purchase 50 or more books, author and illustrator Christopher Straub will do a booksigning event at your business! Your book purchase will support the Chamber PLUS generate more business for you. Email the Chamber or give us a call at 952-445-1660 if you would like to purchase books.