Weekly Facts for Week of October 03, 2016

Welcome New Members

The Station
Brian Johnson, GM/Operating Partner
2171 Fourth Street
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
651-429-0119

Northeast Metro 916 School District
Sandy Strand, Program Manager
3551 N McKnight Road
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
651-415-5490

Vadnais Sports Center
Joe Bergquist, Manager
1490 E County Road E
Vadnais Heights, MN 55110

White Bear Montessori School
Marnie McPherson, Head of School
1201 E County Road E
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
651-429-3710

Chamber Calendar of Events

35 E Road Construction

Highway Construction Update
 
Click HERE for more information regarding the progress of the I-35E exchanges throughout the community.

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Rethink Recycling

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Morning Networking, TOMORROW!

Enjoy a morning of networking and hear a brief address by the President of the Hmong Chamber of Commerce. There are hundreds of Hmong businesses in the Twin Cities as well as over 60,000 citizens in our community. Hear some ideas about tapping into this market.
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Join us Tuesday, September 6th
7:30 - 9:00am

Coffee, Breakfast & NETWORKING!
Key's Cafe - Upstairs conference room
2208 4th Street, White Bear Lake
Cost is for your breakfast only, but please register HERE.
 

Chamber 101


White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce
Making the Most of Your Chamber Membership
October 6th 8:00am – 9:00am
Mueller Memorial
4738 Bald Eagle Ave, White Bear Lake
 
Join us for a morning of learning more about what your Chamber Membership can do for you. The upcoming Chamber 101 session will introduce you to all the opportunities available to you and your staff - including networking, member advocacy, workforce and education and much more! Learn how to maximize the benefits of your Chamber investment to reach new heights. 

This interactive meeting is presented by Chamber members and staff and is open to new and existing members alike! There is no cost to attend, but please register HERE as space is limited.
Strengthening Business through Advocacy, Networking and Education

Professional EDGE

​Professional EDGE
Education Development Growth Engagement

Tuesday, October 11th, 7:30am
Country Inn & Suites, VH

Our presenter, Erik Therwanger, with Think Great will be presenting on "GOAL SETTING:
Break Through to New Heights." Everyone has goals, but not every organization helps their people to accomplish them. Infuse your culture with the power of goal-setting and watch your team reach new heights. Register HERE for this event.

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Candidate Debate

Candidate Debate
Tuesday, October 18th (8:00-9:00am)
Vadnais Heights Country Inn & Suites

There are many important state-wide issues that can impact your business. Therefore, local legislative races are extremely important. Candidates from both parties need to hear your concerns.  On October 18th you will hear from the candidates running from office from districts 38 and 43. These are the two Senate Districts that take in most of White Bear Lake,
Mahtomedi and Vadnais Heights.  

Please register HERE for this event is free event. A continental breakfast will be served.

Member Luncheon - Catapult Your Business


Catapult Your Business
Mike Veeck, Owner of the Saint Paul Saints

Friday, October 28th
11:30am - 1:15pm
White Bear Country Inn
4940 Highway 61, White Bear Lake

Laugh if you want at Labor Day, when pregnant women get in free. Chuckle at the mascots running bases, the silly gags, the goofy promotions. That's exactly what Mike Veeck wants.

This event soars beyond just an entertaining lunch meeting.  It will inspire you to transform your marketing opportunities in unique and unorthodox ways. 

Cost to attend this incredible event is $30.00 for Chamber members and $45.00 for not yet members.  Register HERE
 

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Biz Aware


Biz Recycling - Did you Know?

BUSINESSES + INSTITUTIONS
Recent research shows that consumers prefer businesses that recycle and that they are willing to spend more at those businesses. So not only can recycling save your business money through decreased garbage bills, it can increase sales.

Businesses and institutions in Ramsey and Washington Counties who have improved or enhanced their recycling and organics programs have realized benefits such as:
  • Reducing trash disposal costs by thousands of dollars per year
  • Providing a cleaner trash disposal area
  • Improving workers safety by reduced heavy lifting
  • Increased cleanliness of operations

Women In Business 7th Annual Purse Drive

2016
Women In Business
7th Annual Purse Drive
 
 
The WBA Chamber Women in Business Group (WIB) is again sponsoring the women tenants of Solid Ground. For the 7th year, the WIB will present each of the 35 women at Solid Ground with a new handbag filled with a variety of items. 
 
Solid Ground helps prevent and end homelessness for families with children through housing, resources and opportunity.  It is the intention of the WIB to extend our hands in helping other women in need, increasing morale and self-esteem.  It truly is amazing how a new handbag can make someone feel.
 
To donate a handbag (preferable new & “mom” size) or items/goodies (35 of each) to stuff into them, please contact Maureen at the Chamber office at 651.429.8593 or 
maureen@whitebearchamber.com.  You can also drop your donations at the Chamber office located at 4751 Highway 61, White Bear Lake, Monday—Friday between 9am and 4pm. 
 

New MnPASS Lanes to open on 35E

 
Before the end of this year, the MnPASS Express Lane on northbound I-35E will extend from Little Canada to Lino Lakes and the southbound lane will extend to County Road 96. Click below and read more about the MnPASS/Business partnership opportunity. 

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Weekly Facts 3.0 - Weekly Facts for Week of October 03, 2016