What's New

New DCR Chamber Board Members

Congratulations to our newest members of the DCR Chamber Board of Directors!

Andrea Kajer

Manager of Government Affairs

Comcast

Nick Krzeminski

Vice President of Operations

Minnesota Energy Resources

Dakota County Profile

Report contains population characteristics, population projections, educational attainment, labor force trends and characteristics, incomes, occupations, job vacancy survey, occupations in demand, economic characteristics, and economy stats. Find the complete Dakota County Profile report at MN.gov/deed.

Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Executives Annual Meeting



During last week’s MCCE (Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Executives) annual meeting, Jon Althoff (Interim President) joined other statewide chamber executives to gain professional development, hear from keynote speakers, and recognize exceptional achievements by industry professionals.

Over 50 Chamber Executives, as part of the MCCE conference, joined the Minnesota Chamber for a "bus-in" to visit our State Representatives and Senators, asking for amendments to the 24-week Paid Family and Sick Leave Bill (SF2 and HF2). Currently the bill requires a $1B, 0.7% payroll tax, which could be shifted up to 50% to employees, and there is no differentiation between business sizes or category (like education or non-profits).

Jon Althoff (on the front right of photo taken in the Senate Office Building lobby) was pleased to be able to spend some time with Representatives Liz Reyer and John Hout, and with Senators Bill Lieske and Erin Mae Quade.

Advocacy & Issues February Breakfast

Minnesota lawmakers unveiled a marijuana legalization bill and announced next steps to advance the reform in the 2023 legislative session. The panelists for last week’s February Advocacy & Issues breakfast Leili Fatehi (MN is Ready), Alex Hassel (League of Minnesota Cities), and David Waytz (Fredrikson & Byron) presented how the bill will affect businesses, city moratoriums/zoning, licensing, company employment policies, testing policies, and explained the bill in more detail.

Ribbon Cutting at OMNI Winery & Taproom



The DCR Chamber staff joined the City of Rosemount for the OMNI Winery & Taproom ribbon cutting celebration. Rosemount Mayor Jeff Weisensel and Zack Ward of OMNI Winery & Taproom spoke about how excited they are to have this new brewery come to the Rosemount community.

Seeking Marketplace Vendors



The annual WomEn’s Leadership Forum is coming March 10 at the Radisson Blu – Mall of America where up to 300 women will be attending the event. The Marketplace is where vendors and businesses display tasty treats, apparel, accessories, services, beauty products, and more! Interested in being a Marketplace Vendor or know someone that should be part of the event, register for only $175. Contact Becky Little at blittle@dcrchamber.com for more information.

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. 

Coffee Break – Real Estate Equities – The Quill



Start your morning with a cup of coffee at The Quill on February 21. The Quill is a brand new, 90-unit affordable senior housing development located in Hastings. All apartments are affordable at 50% and 60% AMI. Amenities include a clubroom, crafts room, fitness center, rooftop deck, washer and dryer in-unit, flexible lease terms, granite countertops, and more.

Young Professionals Networking Event

Join other young professionals at the Speed Networking Event in conjunction with six area chambers on Tuesday, February 21, from 4:00 – 6:00 PM. The event offers a great opportunity to meet different people in a short amount of time, plus, there will be plenty of networking. There will be food, drinks, and great conversations at Holman’s Table, just across the river from downtown St. Paul.

Luncheon Sponsorships Available

Gain company visibility by sponsoring two fabulous luncheon options. Check out the sponsorship levels and benefits for both options.

Pat Miles Luncheon

Thursday, May 18

Pat Miles and her husband were fully set for life, but regrettably, not set for death. She will share how she navigated the shock, family disputes, and taking care of herself. All attendees will receive her book Before All Is Said and Done. 

Women’s Luncheons with Spotlight Speakers

Enjoy lunch with fellow members, introduce your business to the group, and hear from the Spotlight Speaker.

Contact Laura at lroehl@dcrchamber.com or 952-300-1734 for sponsorships.

New Members

Williams Wood Design, LLC

1320 Interlachen Drive

Eagan, MN 55123

(612) 749-7955

Fraser – Minnesota

2030 Rahn Way 

Eagan, MN 55122

(612) 799-6546

Joanne Thomas, RE/MAX Advantage Plus

15473 Darling Path 

Rosemount, MN 55068

(651) 208-6519

For more information on becoming a member or sponsorships, contact Laura Roehl at lroehl@dcrchamber.com or 952-300-1734.

Renewed Members

Think Bank – 13 years

Minnesota Valley Transit Authority – 4 years

Valmont Industries – 11 years

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

Apply Now for Torch Awards for Ethics

Better Business Bureau Foundation serving Minnesota and North Dakota is now accepting applications for this year’s Torch Awards for Ethics, which recognizes local companies that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to ethics and integrity in all they do. This award embodies BBB’s mission of advancing business trust and honors organizations whose leaders demonstrate ethics in action – focusing on the four Cs: Character, Culture, Customers, and Community.

The application deadline is February 15 – learn more and apply today!

The Open Door's 10th Annual Super Bagging Event

Join Aquatennial Commodore Scott Swenson and The Open Door for their 10th annual Super Bagging Fundraiser on February 11-12 to fight local hunger! Volunteers will take over 7 local Cub Foods Stores (420 shifts) to bag groceries for tips all weekend long! Volunteer for a shift here.

Mendota Heights Events

Check out the fun planned in Mendota Heights with its Mendota Heights Frozen Fun Fest planned through February 12, the Medallion Hunt begins February 8, and Cupid’s Valentine Crawl on February 10. 

Check out upcoming DCR Chamber events on our online calendar!

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