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The DCR Chamber is seeking committee members for our Women’s Leadership Forum on March 15, 2024. Committee members help plan event details like theme and activities, and help gather donations. If interested email Becca at bscholz@dcrchamber.com.

A Dakota County Update

Join us for December’s Advocacy and Issues Forum on Thursday, December 7, at 8:00 AM to become more educated on what is happening within the 3rd largest county and 3rd largest economy in the State of Minnesota! Board Chair, Commissioner Liz Workman, and Matt Smith, Dakota County Manager, will be presenting information on key happenings occurring within the DCR Region within Dakota County.

Election Results

Tami Klimpel was re-elected for the Council Member seat in Rosemount that she was appointed to in February. Klimpel will serve the remaining three years of the term that was vacated after former Council Member Tammy Block declined serving in the seat she was elected to in November 2022.



The other special election, occurring this cycle, for House District 52B to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Representative Ruth Richardson will occur on December 5, 2023.

Coffee Break – Think Bank

Start your morning off right with a fresh cup of coffee, a business card, and a visit to Think Bank on Tuesday, November 28. Come to casually network and learn more about our host.

December Young Professionals Event



Join the Young Professionals Network for an end-of-year gathering at one of our favorite venues, Can Can Wonderland! There will be food and drinks, unlimited arcade games and mini-golf available! Come out and get to know other East Metro young professionals, or bring a friend or colleague!

What a Celebration!

The Business Excellence Awards Celebration was a fabulous success! The VIVA Las Chamber event brought together a ballroom-full of winners and supporters. The winners were announced live and Lisa Franxman, winner of the Legacy Award, was celebrated.

Congratulations to the 2023 winners!

• Large Business – Huebsch Services
• Small Business – Sovran, Inc.
• Emerging Leader – Derek Boeve from Minnwest Bank
• Nonprofit of the Year – The Open Door
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Champion - Ecolab
• Legacy Award – Lisa Franxman

The winner of the drawing for the Radisson Blu hotel stay and gift card is Shawn Wells from Minnesota Energy Resources!



Check out next week’s issue for more photos.

Coffee Break – The Open Door

It was a great morning at The Open Door. Jason Viana, Executive Director, informed members on the mission of The Open Door and the growth in services they are offering. Donors, supporters, and members also had the opportunity to sign their wall!

Let’s Connect Happy Hour

Members had a great time at North 20 Brewing on Wednesday at the Let’s Connect Happy Hour hosted by Merchants Bank and North 20 Brewing. Members were able to network in the beautiful space and meet new members. Plus, Merchants Bank had two prize drawings.

New Members

Spavia Apple Valley

844 Great Oaks Trail

Eagan, MN 55123

(612) 490-9173 (work)

infor@spaviaapplevalley.com

Renewed Members

Old National Bank – 20 years

If you have any questions or concerns about your membership renewal, contact Anna Schueler at aschueler@dcrchamber.com or 651-288-9204.

Congratulations Lise Freking

Lisé Freking, of Inver Hills Community College and Dakota County Technical College, and 2022 DCR Chamber Ambassador of the Year, received another award! She has been honored with the 2023 National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR) District 5 Rising Star of the Year Award. Congratulations, Lisé!

Check out upcoming DCR Chamber events on our online calendar!

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