Weekly Facts for Week of January 29, 2018
"Strengthen Business through Advocacy, Networking and Education"

Welcome New Members

Lux Family Chiropractic
Dr. Jen Goldsmith, Owner
1284 County Road E
Vadnais Heights, MN 55110
651-483-0140
The Shores of Lake Phalen
Christina Graese
1870 E Shore Drive
Maplewood, MN 55109
651-689-1428
Candy Sina for Senate
5755 Heather Ridge Drive
St. Paul, Mn 55126
651-440-0082
Leonard Gandel
10603 Pierce Street NE
Blaine, MN 55434
612-750-0845
The Anchor Coffee House

Denise Atkinson, Co-Owner
4742 Washington Square
White Bear Lake, NB 55110
651-983-9585

Renewing Members

Thank you for your continued partnership with the White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce. Our voice is stronger as a result!

Xcel Energy
    17 Years
Acorn Mini Storage
    12 Years   
St. Andrews Lutheran Church
    19 Years
Associated Eye Care
    5 Years
Coventry Senior Living Mahtomedi
    6 Years
MidCountry Bank
    5 Years
City of Vadnais Heights
    17 Years
Cortec Corporation
    5 Years
Boyum & Barenscheer
    15 Years
White Bear Heights

    1 Year
White Bear Center for the Arts
    11 Years

THIS SATURDAY! 11th Annual Bear'ly Open!

 
Save the dates! Community Dance, February 2nd at White Bear Country Inn and the Golf Event is on February 3rd at Ramsey Beach on White Bear Lake! Click HERE to register and for more information.

Read more about this fun weekend in White Bear Lake!

Market Your Business to our New Members!

We welcome your marketing materials for inclusion in our "Swag Bag" welcome gift provided to each new member. Ideas include pens, magnets, key chains, notepads, gift cards, etc. with your company logo. Let us help market your business to the newest members! We request 30 items per business and if you would like to participate in this program please call or email Shari at the Chamber Office.

Grants available to help employers develop apprecticeships!

       
The Minnesota Apprenticeship Initiative (MAI), funded through a $5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor, is inviting employers to apply for the MAI grant to help them create or expand registered apprenticeship programs in advanced manufacturing, agriculture, health care, information technology and transportation. Employers can receive up to $5,000 for each registered apprentice. Click HERE to apply.

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Remember to Recycle!

Chamber 101 is an event for everyone! THIS THURSDAY, February 1st!


White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce
Making the Most of Your Chamber Membership!
February 1st, 8:00am – 9:00am
Mueller Memorial
4738 Bald Eagle Ave, White Bear Lake

 
Whether you just joined the White Bear Area Chamber, are a new to your business team or a current member, this event is for you! 

Chamber 101 is a high energy, interactive meeting presented by Chamber volunteers and staff. This fun event is designed to bring new and existing members together to learn more about what your Chamber Membership can do for business growth and personal development.

Chamber 101 sessions will introduce you to all the opportunities available to you and your team members - including networking, member advocacy, workforce and education and much more! Learn how to maximize the benefits of your Chamber investment to reach new heights. 

Join us for a free continental breakfast and a morning of learning more about what your Chamber Membership can do for you. There is no cost to attend, but please register HERE as space is limited.
Strengthening Business through Advocacy, Networking and Education

Extend your brand to those who matter most! Advertising in the new White Bear Area Chamber Map is almost complete!

 
The Chamber Map is an indispensable tool for all members and the community. Don’t miss out on an entire year’s advertising to visitors, Chamber members and the community – and the opportunity to stand out from your competitors by advertising!

Ads will be printed in the map and have an online edition. Establish an Image: When it comes to advertising and promoting your business, image counts. Be seen in the right places at the right time, by the right people. Value: Grab this opportunity to build relationships with existing and prospective clients and grow your business. Longevity: Your ad will be placed in this invaluable resource offering a 2 year exposure, referred to time-and-time again.

Click HERE for Investment Options and Rates!

Save the Date! Robotics Luncheon Event

Humanoid Robot Sophia to address the White Bear Area Chamber

(Click the image and meet our presenter, Sophia, joking with
Jimmy Fallon, The Tonight Show!)
February 27, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Century College - Lincoln Mall
3300 Century Avenue N, WBL 
Hanson Robotics LTD will present Sophia the premier humanoid robot at this exciting and one-of-a-kind Chamber event! Sophia will discuss how she and her prototypes will transform our health care industry. After her speech Sophia will answer audience questions. Humanoid robots like Sophia are destined become fully integrated into major sectors of our business community. Registration is required HERE!
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More Exciting Information About our Guest Speaker, Sophia!

Morning Networking - February 6th

Coffee, Breakfast & NETWORKING!
Key's Cafe - Upstairs conference room
2208 4th Street, White Bear Lake
Tuesday, February 6th
7:30 - 9:00am

Our guest speaker will be Sharleen Lindeman, Owner/Operator of Parlour Antiques and Estate Sales. She will explain  "What is an Estate Sale" and the importance of finding a reputable outfit to conduct these services because for many, it is during a very difficult time. 
 
Everyone will have an opportunity to market their business while enjoying a fantastic breakfast! The only cost to attend is for your breakfast. Please RSVP as space is limited so please register HERE
Business connections are a valuable Chamber option. When Chamber members make business connections the entire community prospers. 

White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Opportunity


SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY
DEADLINE: Friday, March 29, 2018

 
The White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce Dale Hedstrand Scholarship Fund is accepting
applicants for its 2018 White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce Scholarship to be awarded in the Spring of 2018. Eligible candidates must be employed or have a parent or guardian who is employed by a White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce member. Click HERE for a list of current Chamber members.Prior applicants are encouraged to re-apply. 

Click HERE for further application details

Rethink Recycling

PLASTICS RECYCLING (WHAT DO THOSE CHASING ARROWS AND NUMBERS MEAN?)
 
Plastics. They are everywhere in our modern life. From that case of bottled water for the breakroom to the plastic shrinkwrap that covers it, we encounter single-use plastic every single day. Although we do what we can to reduce the amount of plastic we are using, sometimes it’s unavoidable. That’s when we need to know how to recycle it.

There’s a chasing arrow – that means it’s recyclable, right? Maybe. Not all plastics are created equal – and not all of them are equally recyclable. Look a little closer at that chasing arrow. Do you see the number in the middle? That number tells the real story. Plastics are numbered from 1 – 7. Generally speaking, the lower the number, the more recyclable the plastic. Click HERE and let's learn more!

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