Weekly Facts for Week of February 18, 2019
"Strengthen Business through Advocacy, Networking and Education"

Welcome New Members

Element Indoor Golf Club
Bradley Wohlers, Co-Owner
4255 White Bear Parkway
Vadnais Heights, MN 55110
651-373-4648
Noodles & Company
Steve Sezwick, Regional Marketing Mgr
2865 White Bear Ave.
Maplewood, MN 55109
651-748-1144
QuickHIT Fitness Lab
Joe Couture, Vice President
1310 Hwy 96E, Suite 104D
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
651-517-8114
Enchanted Boutique
Bonnie Gurney, Owner
4074 White Bear Ave.
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
651-600-3769
White Bear Lake United Methodist
Missie Aberle, Next Generation Minister
1851 Birch Street
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
651-429-9026
US Bank
Rula Dajani, Branch Manager
4630 Centerville Road
White Bear Lake, MN 55127
651-443-5594
All Star Pet Hotel & Day Care
Barbara Mundis, Owner
1338 Highway 96 E
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
612-919-6222

Renewing Members

Thank you for your continued partnership with the White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce. Our voice is stronger as a result!
AT&T
    2 Years
Paul Davis of WBL
    4 Years
Pine Tree Apple Orchard
    18 Years
    ​7 Years
Misgen Insurance Agency
    11 Years
Big Idea Signs
    ​5 Years
Geck, Duea & Olson
    ​6 Years
Magnuson Christian School
    13 Years
Forest Products Supply
    ​3 Years
MidCountry Bank
    6 Years

Acapulco announces new Member to Member Discount!

 
Enjoy a 10% Discount off Catering Services!
Free Meeting Space - available during the day at our Maplewood Location from 11:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday for business meetings or luncheons. Call 651-748-0316 to book your meeting, luncheon or event! Click HERE for a full menu. Chamber Members only.

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. 

Remember to Recycle!

 

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TOMORROW - Chamber 101 - Making the Most of Your Chamber Membership


February 19th, 8:00am – 9:00am
Doors open at 7:30am for Networking!
Mueller Memorial | 4738 Bald Eagle Ave, WBL

 
Whether you just joined the White Bear Area Chamber, are 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.

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 as space is limited.
Strengthening Business through Advocacy, Networking and Education

Women In Business

Women In Business
Thursday, February 28th


2171 Fourth Street, WBL
11:30am - 1:00pm 
Last month over 35 people attended the Women in Business Luncheon so reserve your spot today! This networking group is amazing, growing, engaging and doesn't believe in strangers, only people they haven't met yet! Start with a friendly conversation, stir in a little business and enjoy a great meal. If you haven't been to a Women in Business lunch - please join us to connect. The only cost is for your lunch. 
 

Roundtable Discussion with U.S. Senator Tina Smith

SOLD OUT!
Workforce and Trade Discussion
Location: Short Elliott Hendrickson
3535 Vadnais Center Drive, Vadnais Heights
February 20th | 8:00am - 9:00am

U.S. Senator, 
Tina Smith

Networking and registration starts at 7:30am and the program begins at 8:00am. This event is free to attend and a continental breakfast will be served. 

Transit Discussion with Nora Slawik, Chairwoman of the Metropolitan Council

Transit and Transportation Meeting
Friday, March 1st
Location to be determined...
Special Guest

Nora Slawik
Chairwoman of the Metropolitan Council
We will discuss the concerns of the state of transit in the White Bear Area with the newly elected Chair of the Met Council, Nora Slawik. She has served as Maplewood’s mayor and in that role, she has helped lead planning efforts for two planned Bus Rapid Transit lines — the METRO Gold Line and the Rush Line. She is also a former member of the Council’s Transportation Advisory Board. As mayor she has led the city’s economic redevelopment to expand affordable and market-rate housing.

Networking and registration starts at 7:30am and the program begins at 8:00am. This event is free to attend and a continental breakfast will be served. RSVP is required.
 

Morning Networking - Senior Referral Program with the White Bear Area Chamber

Coffee, Breakfast & NETWORKING!
Key's Cafe - Upstairs conference room
2208 4th Street, White Bear Lake
Tuesday, March 5th

7:30 - 9:00am
 
White Bear Area Senior Program
Mary, Mengel, Elder Resource Specialist

Learn how to make your business Senior Friendly and gain the confidence, support and loyalty from area Seniors! Mary from the White Bear Lake Senor Program will share information on a new project in coordination with the White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce. This program covers all businesses from Accountants to Zipper repair! Going forward, anyone who calls the Senior Center looking for a particular service industry or product, they will be referred to Senior Friendly Chamber members. Grow your business by tapping into a whole new market and become Senior Friendly.

Start you day out by meeting new contacts, sharing your valuable information and enjoying a fantastic breakfast! Everyone will have an opportunity to promote their business and share their information. The only cost to attend is for your breakfast. Please RSVP as space is limited.
Business connections are a valuable Chamber option. When Chamber members make business connections the entire community prospers. 

Advertising Opportunities in our 'Hot Jobs & Great Companies' Publication

 
Our publishing partner, E&M Consulting, is wrapping up the publication of our White Bear Chamber of Commerce Hot Jobs & Great Companies Guide.  In the next few weeks, they will be contacting all of the members with advertising opportunities.  If you have any interest in advertising this year, please contact a sales associate at E&M or sign up online HERE. They are very professional and produce a high quality publication.  Don't hesitate to call if you have any questions.  As always, your support of the White Bear Chamber of Commerce is greatly appreciated!

Click here for more information and advertising rates.

Advertisements


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

Rethink Recycling


BizRecycling at the Office!

 
 
Although there are a lot of compelling reasons for businesses to do a better job of recycling, one of the biggest incentives is the potential to save money. BizRecycling, all it takes is a quick phone call or a click of the mouse. They'll handle the rest.

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Weekly Facts - Weekly Facts for Week of February 18, 2019