What’s New

Did you know? There are 264 recorded lakes and ponds in Dakota County. The largest are Spring Lake (1,494 acres), Byllesby Lake (1,368 acres), Marion Lake (510 acres), and Black Dog Lake (508 acres). The smallest lakes include Cedar Pond Lake (2 acres), Mud Lake (2 acres), and Musk Ox Marsh Lake (1 acre).

Primary Election Voting is Open

New Dakota County Board of Commissioner districts and Soil & Water Conservation districts were adopted by the Dakota County Board in April following the redistricting of election boundaries. The new districts will be used for the primary and general elections.

Voters will cast ballots in two state elections in 2022. The primary election is Tuesday, August 9. The general election is Tuesday, November 8. Registered voters can cast their ballot one of three ways — with an absentee ballot starting June 24, by early voting into a ballot counter from August 2-8, or cast your ballot in person on Election Day. Find your polling place, register to vote and check your registration, and apply for an absentee ballot at MNvotes.org.

Vikings VIP Training Camp Experience

Register to attend the Vikings VIP Training Camp Experience at TCO Performance Center in Eagan. You will enjoy a prime location to watch practice in addition to exclusive hospitality amenities. It’s only $100 per person!

Meet the new MN Vikings General Manager, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah. Hear from leadership about the Vikings’ plan for a winning season. Network with an exclusive group of members from five chambers. Ticket price includes food, beverages, and parking.

Sponsorship available for $500 - receive 2 tickets and logo recognition in all advertising.

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

Wednesday, August 3rd

11:45 AM – 5:30 PM

Twin Cities Orthopedic – Vikings Practice Facility, Eagan

Let’s Meet at the Ball Park!

Join fellow Chamber members on August 10 for a fun afternoon of baseball and networking. Treat your co-workers or staff, celebrate a work win, or have a day out with your family, all are welcome at this event. Come help us cheer on the Saints to victory over the Columbus Clippers – game time is 1:07 PM. 



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Check Out the Leads Group

Interested in being part of a referral group where business professionals discuss strategy, work through obstacles for their business, while building an ongoing business relationship with other group members? Attend any of the Enlightened Leads Group meetings to check it out. They connect twice a month (2nd and 4th Wednesday). The next meeting is Wednesday, July 13 at Sovran, Inc. in Eagan. 

Women’s Luncheon

Join us for the next Women's Luncheon at Eagan Arms Public House on Tuesday, July 19. You are invited to meet other Chamber members, introduce your business to the group, answer the question of the day....and, of course network. Register to attend.

Coffee Break at Longship Viking Lakes 

Join us for coffee and conversation at the new Longship Viking Lakes co-working space, in the Viking Lakes Innovation Center, on Friday, July 22. It is a professional and inspiring work environment to suit businesses of all sizes and budget.

Coffee Break at Twin Cities Premium Outlets

Start your morning off with a cup of coffee, introduce your business, and visit with other DCR Chamber members at the Twin Cities Premium Outlets Eagan on Tuesday, July 26, from 8:00 – 9:00 AM. Twin Cities Premium Outlets is home to 85+ outlet stores.

Coffee Break Change for Town Square TV

The Town Square Television Coffee Break that was scheduled in July has been moved to Tuesday, August 23.

Listen to Discover Dakota County Podcasts

You can start listening to the new Discover Dakota County podcast and video shows. Listen to the show on Google Podcasts, and watch or listen to episodes on Podbean, PlayerFM, or Podchaser to get insights on topics related to Dakota County. We will kick off with the first episodes called “Restauranteurs in Dakota County” featuring three restaurant owners, followed by “Police Chiefs and Public Safety” with three local police chiefs’ giving their view of safety in the community. Find them at https://discover-dakota-county.podbean.com/

Become a sponsor for the upcoming episodes starting at $1,000 with name call outs on the podcasts and included on the TV segments. Contact Laura at lroehl@dcrchamber.com.

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Think Bank Promotes Jason Kanz to Vice President/Controller

Jason is an experienced accountant, tax strategist and people leader who has been with Think since 2004. In his new role as VP/Controller, Jason will manage and direct Think’s accounting and financial practices and records, ensuring a strong financial position for the bank and its customers. Think Bank is a community bank headquartered in Rochester, Minnesota, with full-service offices in Rochester, Apple Valley, Eagan, and Edina. Think focuses on consumers and businesses, providing a full array of banking, mortgage, financial planning, and insurance services.

New Members

Hauling It Away

1601 Industrial Street Suite #1 

Hudson, WI 54016

(715) 492-1100

For more information on becoming a member, contact Director of Marketing & Partnerships Laura Roehl:

Lroehl@dcrchamber.com 

(952) 300-1734

Renewed Members

John Curlee – 1 year 

The Urgency Room – 10 years

If you have any questions or concerns about your membership renewal, contact Anna Schueler:

aschueler@dcrchamber.com 

(651) 288-9204

Did You Know? 

As a member of the Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce, you can market your business by enhancing your home page with photos, text, and keywords? This a free benefit to you as a member of DCRC! Check it out! If you have any questions on this enhancement option or any other resources from the Member Information Center (MIC), give Becky a call at 651-288-9202.

S‍ummer Events in Eagan

‍There is still plenty of time for summer fun in Eagan! See a list of Eagan summer events. 

Check out upcoming DCR Chamber events on our online calendar!

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