Weekly Facts for Week of October 1, 2018
"Strengthen Business through Advocacy, Networking and Education"

Welcome New Members

Hugo Business Association
Monica Fry
PO Box 113
Hugo, MN 55038
651-775-5753
McGough Compaies
Angela Pearson
1826 Buerkle Road #1/2
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Walser Polar Mazda
Bret Juedes
4095 Hwy 61 N
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
651-429-77891
The Gentle Geek
Edward Jerome, President
1532 Woodlane Drive, Suite 2
Woodbury, MN 55125
651-280-7584
Midwest Staffing Group
Tracy Barnacle, Sr. Business Dev. Mgr.
3625 Talmage Circle #201
Vadnais Heights, MN 55110
651-756-1611

Firstat Nursing Services
Sue Johnson, Marketing Director
2395 Ariel Street N
Maplewood, MN 55109
651-288-0222

Cummins Sales & Service
John Haine, General Manager
1600 Buerkle Road
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
651-636-1000

Renewing Members

Thank you for your continued partnership with the White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce. Our voice is stronger as a result!
 
Advance Disposal
    6 Years
St. Andrews Village
    ​10 Years
Culvers of White Bear Lake
    1 Year
Create Space
    1 Year
TCF Bank
    7 Years
Progressive Architecture
    7 Years
NE Metro 916
    2 Years

Coffee With a Cop


A FREE Community Event!
Coffee with a Cop
The Anchor Coffee House
4742 Washington Square, White Bear Lake
October 4th - 9:00am - 10:00am
Sponsored by:

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Merrick's Empower! Lunch

Announcing Merrick's Empower! Lunch
Thursday, October 4 - 11:30am - 1:00pm
Vadnais Heights Commons
655 County Road F East, Vadnais Heights
Free registration HERE!

Advertisements


Place your ad here! Contact Tom Snell or Shari Wilson for the details at 651-429-8593 or tom@whitebearchamber.com

Job Listings


Need employees or know somebody that is looking for a job? Start your search HERE at White Bear Area Chamber's Job Match. 

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Official Notice - Chamber Board Vacancies for 2019


Notice to all Chamber Members in Good Standing
RE: Board Vacancies for 2019

The White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce hereby has given notice of four (4) vacancies on the Board of Directors for the 2019—2022 term and One (1) vacancy on the Board for a 2019 -2021 term.
 
The White Bear Area Chamber Nominations Committee is recommending the following nominees to fill the Board of Directors positions.  All nominees have expressed their willingness to serve, have read the formal job description and completed a Board application.  

Nominations are as follows:   
Bryan KarelGarlock-French Corporation  – Three Year Term
Jenny MooreWhite Bear Lake Area Schools- Three Year Term
Carrie Kwapick-Nasvik Deluxe Corporation- Three Year Term
Kelly SamMille Lacs Corporate Ventures – Three Year Term
Blaine StephensSchooley Mitchell – Two Year Term

Additional names of candidates for Directors can be nominated by petition bearing the genuine signatures of at least twelve (12) qualified members of the Chamber. Such petition shall be filed with the Nomination Committee at the White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce office, 4751 Highway 61, White Bear Lake, no later than 4:30 p.m. on October 9th, 2018.  The determination of the Nomination Committee as to the legality of the petition(s) shall be final. 

Thank you,
Board of Directors

TUESDAY! 2018 Business & Achievement Awards

SOLD OUT
2018 Business & Achievement Awards
October 2, 2018
11:30am Registration
12:00 - 1:30pm Program
Keller Golf Course, 2166 Maplewood Dr., Maplewood

Featuring Guest Speaker, Mark Lindquist
Join us as we celebrate our members at the annual White Bear Area Chamber Business & Achievement Awards celebrating the positive aspects business brings to our community. 
Businesses are recognized in key areas such as community involvement, business innovation, and entrepreneurship.

As a special treat, Mark Lindquist will keynote our program. Mark has appeared in ABCs Lost, CBS’s Hawaii Five-O and the Universal Studio’s “Battleship”.  He is a world -touring entertainer and motivational business speaker. You are guaranteed to find his presentation inspiring and incredibility uplifting.

TUESDAY - Morning Networking

Morning Networking
"The State of White Bear Address!"
  
Ellen Hiniker, City of White Bear Lake
Bill Short, White Bear Township
Key's Cafe - Upstairs conference room
2208 4th Street, White Bear Lake
Tuesday, October 2nd, 2018
7:30 - 9:00am
Join us and enjoy a morning of great networking with Chamber Members and hear from the area's "Power Couple," Ellen Hiniker and Bill Short. We will hear all of the latest updates from their cities and they will address your questions. Everyone will have an opportunity to market their business while enjoying a fantastic breakfast! The only cost to attend is for your breakfast. There is limited seating available for this event, so please RSVP HERE today.
Business connections are a valuable Chamber option. When Chamber members make business connections the entire community prospers. 

Ribbon Cuttings This Week!

 
Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Buffalo Wild Wings
TODAY - Monday, October 1st at 11:00am
3085 White Bear Ave, Maplewood
Join us for a Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Buffalo Wild Wings as they kick-off their charitable fundraiser, Team Up For Kids! You will enjoy a great networking, an opportunity to meet the Buffalo Wild Wings Team Members, hear about their fundraising goals and stay for some wings! 
 
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Lunds & Byerly's, WBL
Thursday, October 4th at 5:30pm
Store opens October 4th at 6:00pm.
4630 Centerville Road, White Bear Lake
This store has all the best they have to offer under one roof. Some of the many features include a Creations Cafe with a wine and beer bar as well as delicious offerings such as Taco Mas, our Asian-inspired food bar Pan Pac and Burger Joint. Additional amenities include our Wines & Spirits shop, Caribou Coffee, US Bank, Bachman's floral and online shopping pick-up. We look forward to serving you for many years to come! Remember your business cards!
 
Ribbon Cutting Celebration and Open House for White Bear Animal Hospital
Saturday, October 6th at 12:00pm
1909 East County Road E, White Bear Lake
Join us for a Ribbon Cutting Celebration and Open House for White Bear Animal Hospital. This will make your day! It is a great opportunity for some fun Saturday networking with the team members and you will meet lots of furry friends! Remember your business cards.

More Information about the Ribbon Cuttings

White Bear Area Chamber & The Medical Alley Association Presents:


October 26, 2018 at Century College - Lincoln Mall

Join us for a fun day of showing off some of the HOTTEST jobs and careers at some of the COOLEST companies! Click HERE for more information about participating as an Employer Partner!

MN Chamber Statewide Policy Tour - White Bear Lake


Statewide Policy Tour - White Bear Lake
Tuesday, October 16, 2018
8:00am - 9:15am
Specialty Manufacturing Co.
5858 Centerville Road
White Bear Township, MN 55127
Please join us in White Bear Lake and make your voice heard in the 2019 Legislative Session. Hear What Minnesota Companies are forecasting for growth and what it means for the Chamber's legislative agenda to grow our economy together.
  • Network with your peers
  • Discuss policy changes to help your business succeed and grow jobs in Minnesota
  • Engage in our grassroots efforts
  • Tour the Specialty Manufacturing Co. facility following the meeting!
Thank you to our sponsor!

Register HERE

Minnesota Monthly's Best MN Town - Vote for White Bear Lake!


Vote for the Best MN Town of 2018!
24 towns nominated themselves the Best MN Town of 2018, and the editors of Minnesota Monthly have narrowed it down to 10 finalists. Now we need your help! Voting runs September 12th through October 12th and you can vote up to 10 times per day! VOTE HERE TODAY FOR WHITE BEAR LAKE!

Rethink Recycling


BIZ RECYCLING GRANTS

To get started with BizRecycling, first fill out the Contact Us form. One of our Recycling Experts will contact you within two business days.

The Recycling Expert will arrange to visit your business. During this visit, they will review your current waste management operations and equipment. Then they will make suggestions for recycling improvements you can make.

Once you have a plan, the Recycling Expert will help you fill out the BizRecycling grant application. We have arranged for discounted pricing on common recycling and trash containers and accessories. These containers can be ordered as part of your grant application. Get Started Now!

 

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