The Shakopee Chamber of Commerce is hosting candidate forums on July 12 for Scott County Commissioner District 3, the Republican primary for Minnesota State House District 54A, and Minnesota State Senate District 54. These forums will be recorded, and the videos will be released through the Shakopee Chamber of Commerce’s Facebook page and YouTube channels. You will also be able to find the video by going to shakopee.org/resources/elections.

The wealth of content available when starting or growing a business can be overwhelming. With this in mind, SCORE is offering the new and improved SCORE Minnesota Client Resource Guide. This simple to use, interactive PDF contains links to a wide range of terrific resources to nurture and develop your business. The Guide can used by anyone looking to develop their business plan or improve their business development efforts. Specific areas include what it takes to start a business, business plan research and development, marketing, finance, and legal resources. Click here for information about SCORE Twin Cities.

The Minnesota Frontline Worker Pay application is open though July 22nd.

Enter by August 31st for the Scott County Fast-Track Business Challenge.

Register now for the MN Chamber's Manufacturers' Summit on October 13th

We hope to see you all in Downtown Shakopee on Wednesday night!

Time is running out so register now. There is still room for golfers; check out our PRO GOLFER PACKAGES for the best value:

Includes 1 lunch, 1 Mix & Mingle

ticket, and games.

Includes 2 golf carts, 4 lunches,

4 Mix & Mingle tickets, and games.

Leadership Shakopee is a development program designed to give emerging and existing leaders a behind-the-scenes look at our community and the role it plays in our state and global economy.

The class will participate in a series of educational and hands-on opportunities designed to inspire and inform. In addition to going behind the scenes, cohort members will also engage in discussions with local elected officials and senior leadership at many of our companies and city and county departments. Cost is $950 per registrant. This year's program will begin on August 9th. Register now.

Support this much-loved local small business and vote now to help Maggie and Mary's get the QVC Customer Choice Food Award in the "Best Heat and Eat" category! (PS - You can only vote once per device, so feel free to use your phone, your kids' iPads, your mother-in-law's desktop. You get the idea!)

Come learn how MVTA is prioritizing sustainability into their plans, services, and operations to drive a reduction in long-term expenses and risks, as well as to better meet the needs of their riders, partners, and stakeholders. These efforts also serve to meet climate-action and environmental goals.

MVTA wants to hear from you as they develop a Sustainability Plan, which could include components like electric vehicle charging stations at Park & Ride locations; low or zero emission buses; and bike facilities and connectivity to maximize the benefits of transit.

Party how you want and when you want! Bring a chair or walk around – the choice is yours. Bring a friend, or attend solo – you decide. Come one day or all three – it's up to you! Buy your tickets now.

Twin Cities Summer Jam invites Shakopee Chamber of Commerce members and a guest to attend the #TCSJGIVESBACK - Minnesota Music Night at Canterbury Park!

Minnesota Music Night on Thursday, July 21, kicks-off Summer Jam 2022 and will raise awareness for and benefit the Community Action Partnership (CAP) of Scott, Carver, and Dakota counties. The CAP agency has a mission of assisting and empowering people to achieve social and economic well-being.

Tickets are General Admission; limit 2 per member. Limited quantity available: first come, first served. Tickets will be mailed.

Get more Summer Jam information and purchase tickets for July 22 and July 23.

5:00 PM - Anderson Daniels

6:30 PM - Fabulous Armadillos

8:45 PM - Hairball

Gates open at 3:00 PM. You will need to bring your own lawn chair for seating.

Proceeds will support Southern Valley Alliance and the domestic violence services they provide in Carver and Scott counties. Click here for more information.

Donations and sponsorships will help fund Shakopee High School Boys' Basketball, including coaching, team events, warmups, etc. The due date for registration and donations is July 15th. Click for more info.

Authentic learning experiences are the product of successful community partnerships. Join the Academies of Shakopee and Shakopee High School teachers, administrators, and fellow business leaders in a collaborative environment aimed at bringing our partners together to help move students and our community forward. Click here for additional event details. Please register by August 15th.

Ten of today’s most prolific leaders were asked the same question: What is The One Thing that makes a leader worth following? Their insights will spark your motivation to grow into a leader worth following.

Refer a member to the Shakopee Chamber and receive a $75 credit towards your annual membership renewal. No limit! Email Annette Belding for details.

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