Weekly Facts for Week of April 2, 2018
"Strengthen Business through Advocacy, Networking and Education"

Welcome New Members

Bickford Senior Living - Hugo
Thersa Pfluger
5607 150th Street N
Hugo, MN 55038
Minnesota Hmong Chamber of Commerce
PaSee Yang
965 Payne Ave., Ste 200
St. Paul, MN 55130
JDog Junk Removal & Hauling
Joshual Helm, Owner
651-412-5364
Summit Orthopedic
Cassandra England, Director of Marketing Communications
710 Commerce Drive #200
Woodbury, MN 55125
Goodwill Easterseals, MN
Edwin Heskett, General Manager
4500 Centerville Road
White Bear Lake, MN 55127
MidwestOne Bank
Nicole Gysbers, VP Mortgage Banker
1650 S Lake Street
Forest Lake, MN 55025
TR Computer Sales
Dale Deters
2074 E County Road E
White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Renewing Members

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

Hummingbird Floral
  4 Years  
Trade Press

   12 Years
Kwik Trip
 
   2 Years
Alerus
 
  8 Years
Wild Mountain Taylors Falls Recreation  
   
 1 Year
F&M Bank
    7 Years
Twin Cities Orthopedics
    1 Year
Alerus
    8 Years
Wild Mountain
    1 Year
Principal Financial - Drake
    10 Years
MN Central School Bus
    1 Year
American Mortgage & Equity Consultants
    8 Years
Northeast Youth & Family Services
    3 Years
Peoples Bank Midwest
    11 Years
Veeco Instruments
    6 Years
WB Area YMCA
    17 Years
Danna Agency Inc.
    4 Years

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.

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THURSDAY! - 2018 Annual Meeting / Inaugural

White Bear Area Chamber 2018 Annual Meeting / Inaugural
Thursday, April 5th
Keller Golf Course
2166 Maplewood Drive, Maplewood 
11:30am - 1:30pm

Featuring Carl Rick, Leadership Development Specialist
Kwik Trip

Kwik Trip was founded by Dan Zielow in 1965. His Gas station /Convenience Stores have grown from one location to over 500 with 18,000+ employees. What makes Kwik Trip different from its competitors is their industry leading employee retention rate and that they are rated as a Top Ten Workplace in the three states the company operates. Carl Rick will discuss their strategies to create a profit driven business model.  

At the Inaugural we also recognize outgoing and incoming Board members, and showcase your Chamber’s accomplishments in 2016.
 
Cost to attend is $35.00 Chamber members and $50.00 non-members. Reserved Tables of 8 are $280. Registration begins at 11:30am with the Inaugural and lunch from 12:00-1:30pm. Registration is required HERE.

TOMORROW! - Morning Networking

Coffee, Breakfast & NETWORKING!
Key's Cafe - Upstairs conference room
2208 4th Street, White Bear Lake
Tuesday, April 3rd
7:30 - 9:00am

Special Guest Speaker: Rob Thomas, Managing Director
Lakeshore Players Theatre

 
Join us and enjoy a morning of great networking with Chamber Members and learn more about the exciting opening of the new Hanifil Performing Arts Center later this month! 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 HERE as space is limited.

Business connections are a valuable Chamber option. When Chamber members make business connections the entire community prospers. 

Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Celebration - Lakeshore Players / Hanifl Performing Arts Center!

  
 
Hanifl Performing Arts Center
Lakeshore Players

Monday, April 9
4:30pm - 5:30pm
4941 Long Ave, White Bear Lake
Join us for a Ribbon Cutting Celebration for the new home of Lakeshore Players located in the Hanifl Performing Arts Center! You will have the opportunity to see the almost finished interior as well as hear from Rob Thomas, Executive Director. The lobby is amazing and the auditoriums are perfect for all performances. We just might get to SEE, not touch their brand new Steinway Grand Piano. Remember your business cards!

Professional EDGE - Mindfulness for Peace and Productivity


Mindfulness for Peace and Productivity
Presented by: Emily Bade, NYFS
April 10th, 2018
7:30am - 9:00am
Vadnais Heights Country Inn and Suites
3505 Vadnais Center Drive, Vadnais Heights
Sometimes taking a break from work is the best way to be more productive. NYFS Mental Health therapist Emily Bade will teach quick, simple and easy-to-learn mindfulness techniques that will help participants de-stress, increase their mental clarity and re-focus on their goals. Most techniques require no special equipment and can be practiced at your desk. Space is limited and registration is required HERE.

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Lunchtime Networking - Outback Steakhouse

Lunchtime Networking
April 12, 2018

Outback Steakhouse    
1770 Beam Ave, Maplewood
11:30am - 1:00pm
Our membership is growing and so is Lunchtime Networking! This is a great opportunity to meet new contacts, touch base with friends and enjoy a fabulous lunch. We are off to a great new year of fun Chamber Networking.

Cost to attend is for your lunch only and space is limited so please register HERE.

Century College 50th Anniversary Celebration!


Century College Foundation Presents
50th Anniversary Celebration
Thursday, April 19th
5:00pm Showcase Reception Hour - 6:00pm Dinner, Entertainment, program
Envision Event Center
484 Inwood Ave. North, Oakdale

We invite you to join us in celebrating 50 years of Transforming Lives at Century College. Enjoy an evening celebrating Century's past accomplishments, current successes and future endeavors. Inspirational programming, featuring student talent, notable program showcases and live auction. All proceeds to to support student success at Century College. Please register HERE for this exciting event!

Rethink Recycling

BIZ RECYCLING PROGRAM: SAVE ON TAXES
Did you know garbage service for businesses in Ramsey County is taxed at 70%? Save on your trash bill by enrolling a recycling program with the help of BizRecycling. BizRecycling offers free on-site consultations, technical assistance, expert advice and guidance, and grants are awarded up to $10K per business location! Contact click HERE to contact Tom Snell for more information.
 

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