Local nonprofit Memorial Blood Centers is calling all eligible blood and platelet donors to step up and help save lives. The need for blood is constant, but the supply isn’t. Founded by the community, for the community, donors with Memorial Blood Centers help supply nearly 40 local hospitals and more than a dozen air ambulance bases. In partnership with Global Blood Fund, Memorial Blood Centers will donate $1.00 to Rehome Ukraine for every presenting donor this month.
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Downtown Nutrition & Katie Odeen State Farm Insurance Host Small Business Day Event!
Tuesday, May 10, 2022
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Downtown Nutrition - Shakopee
Small businesses Downtown Nutrition and Katie Odeen State Farm Insurance are joining forces to support each other! Stop by tomorrow to spin the wheel for fun prizes, giveaways, and coupons for your favorite tea or shake at Downtown Nutrition. You may even earn your "Tea on Katie"!
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Dakota-Scott Employers Of Excellence Awards Event
Wednesday, May 25, 2022
Playworks Link Event Center, Prior Lake
7:30 AM Doors Open
8:00 AM Program
9:30 AM Workshop on Inclusion, Diversity and Equity
Keynote — “Recruiting and Retention in a Fully-Employed Market”
The talent economy has changed. Many workers have left the workforce and they are not expected to return. So where will you recruit your next new employee, and, more importantly, how do you keep the talent just hired? Gerry Hoeffner, President of Personnel Dynamics Consulting, will not only share the results of our “Employers of Excellence” survey, he will also share what recruiting and retention practices employers are implementing around the country.
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Put our experience to work for you! Valley Staffing has spent more than 37 years building relationships with local businesses and pride ourselves on the reputation of great customer service. We are a family-owned staffing company strategically located in the South Metro with offices in Lakeville, Shakopee, Hastings and Faribault. Our mission has always been to make the best placements possible, working not only for our clients, but for our employees as well. If you are seeking a change in employment or are in need of great employees, contact us today!
Click here to read Valley Staffing's 37th anniversary press release in its entirety.
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Donations Requested For Friends of Main Street Banquet
Join us on Thursday, May 26th for the Friends of Main Street Banquet to connect with the people and businesses that make Main Street Shakopee special. Please consider making a donation to the event's Silent Auction. Create a basket, donate an experience, or contribute something that is unique to your business. All proceeds from the Silent Auction will support Main Street projects and programs. Please contact Heather Proskey to drop off your donation or schedule a pickup. All donations must be received by Wednesday, May 18th.
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In Case You Missed It
As part of the MN Chamber's Workforce Solutions Series, they are offering a virtual event on May 19th about overlooked talent and second-chance hiring.
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. |
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New Membership Referral Program
Refer a member to the Shakopee Chamber and receive a $75 credit towards your annual membership renewal. No limit!
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Welcome, New Members!
The Shakopee Chamber of Commerce is pleased to introduce our newest members. Help welcome them by sending an email, stopping by their business to introduce yourself, or striking up a conversation at one of our events. We strive to connect our members to one another and to the community. Click on the logos below to learn more about our new members.
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Renewing Chamber Members
Thank you to the following businesses for your ongoing support of the Shakopee Chamber of Commerce. With your partnership, we can continue our mission of growing Shakopee's business community through advocacy, membership programming, and economic development.
A.M. Pest Control
Ashley HomeStore & Furniture Mart
Benedictine Living Community Shakopee
Cookie Dough Bliss Twin Cities
Dakota-Scott Career Force
Double Take Promotional Products
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Innovative Insurance
KCHK FM 95.5/AM 1350
Master Builders Solutions
Minnesota Valley Transit Authority
MRCI
My Place Hotel - Minneapolis/Shakopee, MN
Nicole LaCoste Photography
O'Brien's Public House
Park Nicollet - Shakopee
Prime Security Bank
Real Gem Jewelers
River City Centre Apartments
River Valley Church
River Valley YMCA
Shakopee Lions Club & Foundation
Shakopee VFW Post 4046
Shutterfly
Svihel Vegetable Farm
VanGoPhoto
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Shakopee Public Schools Ribbon Cuttings |
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Ribbon Cutting & Anniversary Celebration
Underground Jiu-Jitsu
Tuesday, May 10, 2022
Come celebrate Underground Jiu-Jitsu’s one-year anniversary and Ribbon Cutting! Special guest UFC Hall of Famer Royce Gracie will be there to help them celebrate this special milestone.
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Women's Event
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Thursday, May 19, 2022
Join us for an afternoon of inspiring speakers and meaningful networking opportunities that will inspire you and encourage both your professional and personal development.
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Friends of Main Street Banquet
Turtle's Social Centre
Thursday, May 26, 2022
Enjoy a fun night out while supporting Downtown Shakopee! This annual event raises funds for the nationally-accredited Main Street Shakopee Program which focuses on district revitalization.
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June Monthly Luncheon
Stonebrooke Golf Club
Thursday, June 2, 2022
Take advantage of this great opportunity for casual networking with your fellow Chamber members.
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July Monthly Luncheon
Canterbury Park
Thursday, July 7, 2022
Join us this month at Canterbury Park to enjoy some summer socializing and a delicious lunch!
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Shakopee Chamber Annual Golf Tournament
The Meadows At Mystic Lake
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
The Shakopee Chamber Golf Tournament is a day on the greens to network, have fun, and enjoy the company of your fellow Chamber members. Register now to golf, be a sponsor - or both!
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Shakopee Community Night With The St. Paul Saints
CHS Field
Thursday, September 15, 2022
Come enjoy America's favorite past time as the St. Paul Saints take on the Louisville Bats!
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