May 26, 2020
Join us virtually for an afternoon of professional and personal development! 

Michael Luttkus, Senior Learning & Development Manager, is an experienced talent and development leader who has spent 20+ years supporting HR and business leaders with organization development, talent development, and future leader development. He uses content, tools, methodology, training, and thought leadership based on a foundation of proven principles and practices to prepare the next generation of leaders to effectively lead teams of successful people.

Michael has an MA from Columbia University in Organizational Psychology, a BS in Organizational Management, and holds certifications from some of the leading leadership development companies like Franklin Covey and Korn Ferry.

A special thank you to CommScope, our 2020 Shakopee YP Sponsor.
Reopening Shakopee Safely

The Shakopee Chamber is committed to helping all of our members re-open safely and ensuring that they have all of the information and tools to do so. To that end, every business - regardless of sector - is being asked to develop and implement a COVID-19 Preparedness Plan prior to reopening and to ensure the plan is evaluated, monitored, executed, and updated as required. In addition, the plan should be posted for all employees to readily review.  Click here for a link to a preparedness plan template.

We want to help you share your plans with your customers and the community at large.  Email us your preparedness plan and we will ensure that it is posted on our website. Consumer confidence is going to be critical to a successful re-opening. We all have an obligation to each other to ensure our employees and guests are safe in our businesses, and are clear as to what measures have been taken and what rules they need to follow in your business.

It’s going to take all of us to make this re-opening of our economy a successful one, and our friends and colleagues at the MN Retailers Association have worked with the team at DEED to compile a great list of guidelines for reopening retail safely.   Click here for guidelines and requirements, as well as some helpful downloadable signage regarding social distancing guidelines and face covering requests.
Billions In PPP Funding Still Available

The U.S. Small Business Administration released an updated  Paycheck Protection Program Report  with data through May 16 from the second round of PPP funding provided in the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act. The latest data available shows that more than $135 billion in PPP funds is still available for small businesses and non-profits impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more about the program and apply at www.sba.gov/ppp .
2020 Election Resources

The Shakopee Chamber of Commerce will provide election resources for the City of Shakopee and Scott County. Click on the button below for more election information - and check back often, as the page will be updated frequently.
Candidate filing began on May 19, 2020, and runs through June 2, 2020. Scott County is accepting candidate filings for the following offices. Click here for more information about candidate filing.

State Offices
• State Senator District 20
• State Senator District 55
• State Senator District 56
• State Representative District 20A
• State Representative District 55A
• State Representative District 55B
• State Representative District 56A

County Offices
• County Commissioner District 1 (four-year term)
• County Commissioner District 2 (four-year term)
• County Commissioner District 4 (four-year term)

County Soil and Water Conservation District
• Supervisor for District I (four-year term)
• Supervisor for District IV (four-year term)
• Supervisor for District V (four-year term)
Minnesota SBA Resource Guide Online

Every year the SBA publishes local resource guides to help small business owners and entrepreneurs better understand and navigate the FREE resources available to help them start, grow, expand, and recover.

The 2020 Minnesota Resource Guide is now available to download online here . 
CHAMBER MEMBER NEWS & UPDATES
Valley Staffing, Inc. Is Celebrating 35 Years In Business!

Established in May 1985, Valley Staffing, Inc. is celebrating 35 years in business. We are a family-owned staffing company with a third generation now involved in the business. Our first office was in Shakopee. The company has grown and evolved over the years and currently has four offices located in Shakopee, Lakeville, Faribault, and Hastings. We are a strong community-based company involved in 10 different chambers of commerce.

Our goal is to help individuals find employment in the communities where they reside. Our mission has always been to provide the best possible candidates to our clients along with exceptional customer service. Our business model allows the Account Managers the opportunity to recruit and place plus involvement in new business development. We offer all employees a full benefit package along with Referral and Employee of the Month programs. Our motto has been quality placements, excellent service.

We’d like to thank all the businesses and people that have worked with us over the past 35 years. It is you that have made us successful and we greatly appreciate it.

Free Webinar: SBA Options & Updates

Thursday, May 28
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
This free 1-hour webinar will feature local SBA Lender Relations Specialist, Daniel Schmit. Dan will be sharing with us the various SBA options available, high level qualifications of each, an update on the PPP loan program and forgiveness, as well as time for questions. 

Event promoted by Barb Steinhauser, B2B CFO, Shakopee.

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Celebrate Graduation With QDOBA!

Be at the top of the class when you celebrate graduation with QDOBA! Whether it’s enjoying one of our customizable hot bars or a family meal, savor this special occasion and let QDOBA catering handle the rest – with easy ordering and delivery. Call 888.778.2234 or go to  qdobamn.com/graduation-catering/  for more info!
Keep Shakopee Strong

The Shakopee Chamber and Visitors Bureau has compiled a list of helpful resources to use during this period of pandemic recovery. You can find this list on our website, www.shakopee.org .
The Chamber team is working remotely & can be reached via email or cell phone.

Angie Whitcomb, President & CEO
Cell: 612-210-3090

Tim Zunker, VP of Marketing
Cell: 320-493-8605

Ashley Grotewold, Main Street Director
Cell: 605-682-9068

Cristy Chadderdon, Billing & Operations Manager
Cell: 612-245-1183