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Thanking Those Who Serve
Veterans Day is a federal holiday in the United States, observed annually on November 11, is a tribute to military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Not to be confused with Memorial Day, which honors those who died while in service, Veterans Day honors all military veterans, including those still with us. We thank the veterans for all they do for our country!
View the Veterans Employment Program Overview “Veterans Helping Veterans!” by CareerForce for ways to engage with veterans.
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Give to the Max Day
Give to the Max Day will be back on Thursday, November 17. Plan to join GiveMN and thousands of Minnesota nonprofits and schools as they raise millions of dollars together for the organizations which make our communities stronger. In 2021 there were $34.4 million and 6,457 organizations positively affected.
Reminder: The DCR Chamber and Charitable Foundation are great nonprofit organizations to consider donating to. Our efforts and work in the community, plus commitment to other nonprofits and awarding scholarships, contribute to a stronger community.
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Advocate for American Business Award
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce presented Congresswoman Angie Craig (D) MN CD2 the Advocate for American Business award in recognition of her support for bipartisan pro-growth and pro-business policies. The award is given to select members of Congress who support the U.S. Chamber’s policy priorities, have a strong track record of working across the aisle, and demonstrate legislative leadership to get good bills passed and keep bad bills from advancing. John Kirchner, Executive Director, Congressional and Public Affairs, US Chamber of Commerce and DCR Chamber President Maureen Scallen Failor were present for the presentation.
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The Road to the 2022 Midterm Elections - Part 2
During the Public Affairs Breakfast we heard from Todd Rapp (Rapp Strategies) and Mike Zipko (Velocity Public Affairs) give a preview about today’s election results. They forecasted some tight races both locally and throughout Minnesota that will affect control of Congress. 2022 is turning out to be one of the most unpredictable in recent memory.
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The Celebration Continues!
We had so much fun at the Business Excellence Awards Celebration on the 28th that we wanted to share some of the great moments with you. Check out the photo gallery and the finalists’ video.
Thank you to the sponsors who helped make this a fabulous event!
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Eagan City Lifestyle Launch Party
The new Eagan City Lifestyle magazine has launched, and they conducted a ribbon cutting celebration and party at the Omni Hotels & Resorts. Guests were treated to fabulous appetizers and cocktails, a photobooth, and takeaway bags. The publication is a community-focused magazine that aims to connect the residents to the people, places and things that make Eagan special.
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Aster House Open House
The Chamber helped cut the ribbon at the newly built Aster House in Eagan. It is an apartment community with 204 apartments, fitness center, clubhouse, in-unit washer/dryer, and theater lounge. The Eagan Mayor Mike Maguire welcomed them to the community and thanked them for the affordable housing options available to the Eagan residents.
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Flint Hills Resources Solar Power Groundbreaking
Dignitaries, officials, City personnel, chambers, and businesses attended the groundbreaking celebration for Flint Hills Resources new solar installation at the Pine Bend refinery. The $75 million project is a 45-megawatt solar installation of at least 120,000 panels to help power the Pine Bend refinery complex. The project area will cover 350 acres (panels cover 200 acres) and produce 92,000 megawatt hours per year (enough to power more than 8,400 homes per year).
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CareerForce Networking
The Chamber was invited to a CareerForce networking event last week. The group learned more about their programs that include employer services, job seekers, vocational rehabilitation services, and the veterans’ employment program.
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Women’s Luncheon
Join us for the next Women’s Luncheon on November 9 at Fairfield Inn & Suites St. Paul Eagan. The catered lunch will include networking with other Chamber members, introducing your business to the group, and answering the question of the day.
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Ribbon Cutting – 160 Driving Academy
Join us for a ribbon cutting celebration on November 17 at 3:30 PM, to welcome 160 Driving Academy to the Eagan community. 160 Driving Academy is a top truck driving school in the metro area. In just four weeks their instructors prepare their students to enter the workforce with skills, training, and confidence to get behind the wheel and hit the road.
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Ribbon Cutting – Edward Jones
Join us for a ribbon cutting celebration on November 18 at 12:00 PM to welcome Edward Jones - Michael Pender to the Eagan community. Michael’s background as a College of St. Scholastica grad and MN Air National Guard security forces member deployed to Kuwait, equips him to work through complex situations with clients.
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Coffee Break - Block Portrait Studios
Start your morning with a cup of coffee and the opportunity to meet and visit with DCR Chamber members. Block Portrait Studios is hosting the November 22 Coffee Break at their West Saint Paul studio. They are a photography studio specializing in custom-designed portrait art and helping small businesses elevate their first impressions in a big way.
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Celebrate Nonprofits in Our Community
It's the season of giving and what better way to celebrate than attending the DCR Chamber Annual Holiday Luncheon. This event highlights our nonprofit members. You'll find out what services they provide and hear how they are making a difference in Dakota County.
Nonprofits currently participating in the event are:
Sponsorships are available: $500 for Presenting Sponsor and $300 for Event Sponsor. Contact Laura at lroehl@dcrchamber.com to learn more.
Thank you to our sponsors
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Women's Luncheon
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Ribbon Cutting: 160 Driving Academy
Thursday, November 17, 2022
3:00 - 5:00 PM
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Ribbon Cutting: Edward Jones - Michael Pender
Friday, November 18, 2022
12:00 - 2:00 PM
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Coffee Break: Block Portrait Studios
Tuesday, November 22, 2022
8:00 - 9:00 AM
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Meet the Chamber
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
8:45 - 10:00 AM
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Holiday Luncheon
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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