What's New

DCR Chamber Welcomes New Director of Member Relationships and Growth, Andrea Kielb!

Andrea is now on board with your DCR Chamber and will be immersed in exceeding our Members’ needs and leading our “Drive to Double” Membership initiative.

Andrea’s career has been in meeting Client needs in both sales and marketing, as well as improving processes. She has also been a part of your DCR Chamber and attended many events.

She was drawn to us because of our mission and her desires to help us achieve it. Say hello to Andrea when you see her at the next DCR event!

2024 Advocacy and Issues Forum Announcement



The DCR Chamber’s Adovcacy and Issues Forum is back for 2024! Six sessions will be held throughout the year on the first Thursday of every other month starting in February. More details and registration can be found here.

• February 1 - DCR Chamber Positions as part of the Legislative Reception
• April 4 – New Development Throughout Dakota County
• June 6 – Legislative Session Wrap-up
• August 1 – State of the County
• October 3 – Election Predictions
• December 5 – Elections Wrap-up and Implications for Business

You’re Invited! Annual Legislative Reception

The DCR Chamber’s Annual Legislative Reception will be held on Thursday, February 1 at the Minnesota Vikings Museum at Viking Lakes. Join us for an evening of networking and hear from your Legislators. New this year, the event will begin with a presentation by the DCR Chamber Public Affairs Committee covering the issues we will be advocating for in 2024.

Boost Your Business – AI In Action

Register now for the first ever Boost Your Business Series on January 4. Prepare to embark on a transformative learning experience led by Paula Skoviera and embrace the limitless possibilities of ChatGPT for taking your business and daily endeavors to new heights. Join us for an enlightening journey that promises to revolutionize the way you approach problem-solving and communication.

Ribbon Cutting – The Goddard School – Eagan



Come celebrate and learn about a new business opening in Eagan! We will be celebrating with The Goddard School – Eagan at their Ribbon Cutting on Tuesday, January 9. The ribbon will be cut at 1:15 PM and tours and refreshments will be available.

Coffee Break – Drake Bank

On Wednesday, January 10, Drake bank will host the first Coffee Break of the year. Join us for coffee and refreshments, networking, and the chance to learn about our host company.

Annual Kick-off Celebration

Join us for the 2024 DCR Chamber Annual Kick-off Celebration on Thursday January 18 from 3:00 – 5:30 PM at Mendakota Country Club. The event will highlight the work the DCR Chamber has done and all the exciting new initiatives coming for 2024.

Coffee Break – IAG Commercial

Join us on Tuesday, January 23 for a Coffee Break hosted by IAG Commercial. Coffee Breaks are a great chance to meet with fellow DCR Chamber Members and meet new ones!

Ribbon Cutting - Spectrum Therapy Center

It was a lovely evening welcoming Spectrum Therapy to Eagan and the DCR Chamber! Spectrum Therapy Center provides personalized therapy and support for children with autism and their families in their beautiful, fun, engaging space. They partner with Stephanie Kandie, MA,LADC,LPCC,QSP of Enlightened Path Behavioral Health and Wellness who offices out of the same space to help diagnose and direct the therapies.

New Members

Adobe

Valerie Cecil – Marketing Coordinator

PO Box 33190

c/o ZipSprout

Raleigh, NC 27636

(408) 753-5826

cit46532@adobe.com

Deerwood Bank

Alec Stein – Credit Analyst II

1060 Dakota Dr

Mendota Heights, MN 55120

(651) 643-8477

alec.stein@deerwoodbank.com

Renewed Members

Living Well Disability Services – 2 years

MidCounty Bank – Hastings – 3 years

Midwest Dental – Eagan – 10 years

Minnwest Bank – Farmington – 18 years

Piepho Moving & Storage, Inc. – 1 yea

Udder Tech, Inc. – 4 years

WorkForce Centers of Dakota & Scott Counties – 21 years

First State Bank of Rosemount – 48 years

Mason Jar Kitchen & Bar – 2 years

ProAct, Inc. – 31 years

Minnesota Behavioral Specialists – 2 years

Premier Bank – 29 years

Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling – 60 years

Ze’s Town Centre Diner – 11 years

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

Check out upcoming DCR Chamber events on our online calendar!

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