Leadership Academy is an 8-month cohort designed to give leaders next level skills. This customized program is built on investing in leaders with a leadership curriculum rooted in application and results. All sessions will be facilitated by Scott Morrell, EdD – President and Consultant with Rebar Leadership. The 2022 Leadership Academy will begin in May. Scholarships are available.

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The City of Shakopee has recently rolled out the Shakopee Job Board, a new opportunity for large businesses to find employees and fill jobs. If you'd like more information, contact the City's Director of Planning & Development, Michael Kerski, or Economic Development Specialist, Jenn Brewington.

Check out MOH's April newsletter for information about full service workplace drug and alcohol testing, preplacement and fitness-for-duty exams, and more.

One of the most common barriers to business growth is the confidence of the entrepreneur behind it. The Ignite Confidence Series will cover a range of topics that will inspire a confident mindset, expand your skills, and help you discover the resources needed to grow your business and reach your goals.

All tickets for Thursday night are General Admission, so fans can get up close to the stage. Twin Cities Summer Jam wants to invite local community members to come preview all the festival has to offer. Tickets that include admission to all 3 days of the festival are also available for purchase. Click here for more information about Twin Cities Summer Jam and to purchase tickets.

Shakopee High School recently earned the "Best of the Best" Public High School designation in the Southwest News Media's 2022 Best of the Best publication. This is the second year in a row that Shakopee High School has earned the top spot as voted by the greater community. Shakopee High School serves approximately 2,775 students with a 2022 expected graduating class of roughly 700 students. Shakopee High School is also home to the Academies of Shakopee, which is only one of two high schools in Minnesota with this learning model that is structured to support real-world experiences through small learning communities within the high school. Read more here.

Take a look at training opportunities and business resources available through the SBA's Minnesota District Office and their partners.

The City of Shakopee has free COVID-19 home test kits to distribute to residents and local businesses. Test kits can be picked up at Shakopee City Hall, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. While supplies last.

Support a great business and a great cause! O'Brien's Public House is a Dining Out For Life sponsor and they are donating 25% of all money received on April 28th to the Aliveness Project.

Shakopee Rotary Club is collecting donations of quality used furniture for Bridging, a local nonprofit that helps families in need. Donations can be dropped off on April 30th, 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM, at Shakopee Public Works.

The MN Chamber Foundation is hosting "A Turning Point In Minnesota Entrepreneurship" on May 3rd, when they will release their analysis on entrepreneurship in Minnesota.

Sign up for the SBA's National Small Business Week Virtual Summit May 2nd - 5th.

Attend the Scott County Center for Entrepreneurship's Lunch & Learn on May 24th to learn the secrets to building a brand that builds client loyalty .

Please contact Annette Belding at abelding@shakopee.org for more information.

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Now that the band lineup has been announced and the community is excited for our rockin’ concert series, why not sponsor the event! With more than 4,000 attendees expected nightly, this is THE event where you want your business to be seen. Find out more about sponsorship opportunities, then email Heather Proskey, Main Street & Special Events Director, to secure your sponsorship!

Mayor Bill Mars and Police Chief Jeff Tate will present about the "State of the City".

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