January 11, 2022
Office Closed on January 17

The DCR Chamber office will be closed on Monday, January 17, 2022, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Meet the Incoming Chamber Board Chair

Kyle Chank with Viking Lakes is excited to be the incoming Chamber Board Chair for 2022. He is ready to get more involved with the community and Chamber initiatives.
COVID-19 Resources for Businesses

With the increase in COVID-19 cases due to the Omicron variant, the Minnesota Department of Health has great resources for your business and employees.
Effective Monday, January 10, 2022, all employers with 100 or more employees will be required to have employees show proof of vaccine or a negative test. The Supreme Court will be ruling on this mandate in the near future. 
Minnesota Party Chairs Provide Insights

We welcomed to the Public Affairs Series the newly elected Minnesota GOP Chairman, David Hann, and Ken Martin, Chairman of the Minnesota DFL Party, to hear their insights for the 2022 Legislative session, including the vision of the state parties, midterm elections, and more.
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DCR Chamber of Commerce
Annual Meeting
Thursday, January 20, 2022
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Mendakota Country Club
2075 Mendakota Drive, Mendota Heights

The Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting "Together Towards Tomorrow" includes a keynote speaker, informational updates regarding the region, and provides highlights from the Chamber's 2021 programs and initiatives. Learn about the region's schools forecast for success, workforce endeavors, the Charitable Foundation scholarships, non-profits and their goals, transit/transportation centered in the infrastructure bill, State forecasting, housing development, and hospitality updates.

Join us in celebrating the success of 2021 and learning about the new initiatives bringing businesses and the community together towards tomorrow.
Introducing the Annual Meeting Keynote Speaker - Aaron Johnson, Chief Executive Officer at Twin Cities Orthopedics.

For more information, click here.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
Ambassador Committee Meeting

Join us for the next interactive Ambassador Committee meeting held via Zoom on Thursday, January 27 from 3:30 - 4:45 PM. The meeting includes introductions, answering the question of the day, reviewing the new Member Drop-In Program and New Member Touchbase project, Chamber updates, and event opportunities. Register today!
Midwest Economic Forecast Summit

The Midwest Economic Forecast Summit brings together chambers of commerce, industry leaders, and economic experts from across the Midwest for an opportunity to learn about regional and national trends, examine factors that keep our area competitive, and hear from leaders across various sectors including energy, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, and technology.

Our nation recently faced a global recession, record U.S. unemployment, and extreme economic uncertainty. Developing and maintaining a vibrant economy is essential to the continued growth of the Midwest.

Keynote speakers for the February 8 livestream include President Neel Kashkari from the Federal Reserve Bank, MN DEED Commissioner Steve Grove, and Dr. Scott Beaulier, Dean of Business for North Dakota State University. 
Neel Kashkari
President
Federal Reserve Bank
Steve Grove
Commissioner
MN Deed
Dr. Scott
Dean of Business
North Dakota State University
2022 Dakota County Annual Legislative Reception

The Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce is pleased to invite you to attend the 2022 Dakota County Annual Legislative Reception on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, 4:30-6:30 PM at Pool & Yacht Club. Registration is FREE, but registration is required to attend.

Please join us as we recognize and thank our Dakota County legislative delegation. This event provides an opportunity for the Dakota County business community to exchange ideas with elected officials on the best ways to ensure an economic climate for new investment and job creation in the region.
WomEn's Leadership Forum
Friday, March 18, 2022
7:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Radisson Blu Mall of America

Reserve Your Vendor Marketplace Table Today!
 
One of our attendees’ favorite parts of the WomEn's Leadership Forum is the vendor Marketplace. The marketplace offers your business the opportunity to connect with the attendees in a unique environment with your information or by selling your products or services to them. For more details on the conference, click here.
 
Marketplace Vendor Table Prices:
  • DCR Chamber Member Marketplace Table: $175
  • Non-member Marketplace Table: $225
  • Includes one WomEn's Leadership Forum event registration
 
Applications to become a Marketplace Vendor are due no later than February 18, 2022. If you have questions, please contact Heather Proskey, Director of Events at hproskey@dcrchamber.com or 651-288-9200.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONORS
Fore! Join the Planning Committee for the 16th Annual Golf Classic

Even though all we can see is the frozen tundra out our window, the greens and fairways will be calling our name sooner than we think.

If you are interested in joining the planning committee for the Golf Classic being held on Monday, June 20, 2022, at Mendakota Country Club, please contact Heather Proskey to be added to the roster. The committee will meet once a month leading up to the month of the event, when we will meet more frequently.
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DRC Chamber Listed as 8th Largest Chamber in the Metro Area

The Chamber was again included on the Minneapolis/St. Paul Book of Lists of Chamber rankings. The Chamber moved up to 8th largest in the metro area.
Eagan Social Security Resources

The Social Security Resource Center developed helpful resources for local workers navigating the sometimes confusing Social Security system. Learn more here.
Networking at its Best
Registration is Required

Check out upcoming DCR Chamber events on our Online Calendar
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Thursday, January 20, 2022
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
8:45 AM - 10:00 AM
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
8:00 - 11:00 AM
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
4:30 - 6:30 PM
Friday, March 18, 2022
7:30 AM - 1:00 PM
April - November, 2022
Renewed Members

LaBrash Plumbing – 3 years

If you have any questions or concerns about your membership renewal, please contact Anna Schueler at aschueler@dcrchamber.com or call 651-288-9204.
Update Membership Files, Company Changes
Post your News, Hot Deals, and Job Openings

Log in by entering your username (email) and password to gain access to your company's member site to update information and take advantage of all the marketing tools included with your membership.