August 9, 2021
National Small Business Week 2021

Virtual Summit
September 13-15

The SBA is hosting a three-day live summit of learning and online education sessions for small businesses. Events will spotlight the resilience of America’s entrepreneurs and the renewal of the small business economy as they build back better from the economic crisis brought on by a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic. This year’s National Small Business Week activities will take place in a virtual atrium and include numerous educational panels providing retooling and innovative practices as small businesses look to pivot and recover toward a stronger economy. Click here for more information and to register.
Nominations Open For The DECO's Community Builder Fund

The DECO is celebrating their grand opening with an investment in the Shakopee community. As part of our first ever Community Builder Fund, we’ll be awarding $4,000 to non-profit projects or causes designed to enhance the Shakopee community and surrounding area. Nominations are now open! Click here for more details.
Minnesota Occupational Health's August Newsletter

Check out this month's edition of the Minnesota Occupational Health's newsletter which contains information on the flu vaccination, CBD and drug testing, reasonable suspicion seminar, and more.
DON'T MISS THE LAST WEEK OF RHYTHM ON THE RAILS!

Head to Downtown Shakopee THIS WEDNESDAY for live music, tasty food, cold beer, and fun for the whole family.


Upcoming Chamber Events
Leadercast Shift
Wednesday, August 11

The future will be created by fearless, innovative Leaders wo have the courage to SHIFT! Leadercast is the largest one-day leadership event in the world. This year, hear from top leaders who have experienced disruptions in their professional and personal lives and how they “shifted” to make things better.

Leadercast is offering four continuing education unit options:

SHRM (HR Professionals) – 4.75 credit hours
GCSU (General) – .5/5 credit hours
HRCI (HR Professionals) – 5.0 credit hours
ASNA (Nursing) – 5.0 credit hours
 
Continuing education credits are available upon attendance. The application will be available beginning 8/11/21. Leadercast will provide details within six weeks of receiving the completed application. 
Women's Event
Thursday, September 23

The Chamber's annual Women’s Event helps grow women in business by encouraging attendees in both their professional and personal development. This special event features three inspiring speakers, a vendor market that offers a unique shopping experience, and meaningful networking opportunities.
Reds, Whites & Brews
Friday, October 15

Join us for an evening at Canterbury Park to savor samples from some of the best local wineries and breweries. This year's event will feature live music performed by Martin Zeller!
Chamber Night At The Races

Tuesday, August 24
Gates Open At 4:00 PM
Racing Starts At 5:00 PM

Canterbury Park invites you to enjoy a Night at the Races! All Shakopee Chamber members, volunteers, and their families will receive free admission to the track for a fun night of entertainment.  Use the promo code ShakopeeAug24Free to purchase your ticket at Canterburypark.com
Now Hiring!

Commercial Lines Property and Casualty Sales Person

Office in Downtown Shakopee location. Flexible office and home work hours
Salary, commissions, and bonuses. Benefits include vacation time-off, health insurance, dental, eye, life, disability, and retirement plan. Contact Nick Kuchenbecker at nick@flagshipinsuranceservices.com or 952-239-5569.