Weekly Facts for Week of February 3, 2020
"Strengthen Business through Advocacy, Networking and Education"

Welcome New Members

Caravel Autism Health
Jackie Vick, VP of Minnesota Clinical Operations
1011 Meadowlands Drive, Suite 1 & 2
White Bear Lake, MN 55127
507-429-5018
Ameriprise Financial Services
Barry Oxton, VP & Private Wealth Advisor
900 Long Lake Road, Suite 220
New Brighton, MN 55112
651-635-1857
Thrivent Financial
Tim Larson, Financial Advisor
3495 Willow Lake Blvd, #200
Vadnais Heights, MN 55110
651-262-9635
QuickHit Fitness Lab
Steven Teresi, Regional Director
4649 White Bear Parkway
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
651-217-8114
Ostra
Nathan Reddick, Director of Sales
5720 Orchard Ave.
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
315-778-1208

Renewing Members

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

Farmers Insurance - Anne C. Doerrer Angency
    12 Years
White bear Foot & Ankle
    4 Years
AAA
    8 Years
WBL United Methodist
    1 Year
7 Vines Vineyard
    2 Years
Lake Links Association
    1 Year
Carlson Chiropractic 
    
12 Years
NewTrax, Inc.

    5 Years
White Bear Center for the Arts
    13 Years

2020 Teacher Externships

 
The White Bear Area Chamber and the Northeast Metro Perkins Consortium are once again partnering to offer a Teacher Externship program to area businesses. We have a group of eligible educators that will be placed in a member business with the focus on building a bridge between skills-based and knowledge-based education. If your business is interested in hosting a teacher in your workplace during the summer, please email Shari at the Chamber Office of call 651-429-8593 for further details. Read about one of our 2019 Teacher Extern's experiences here.

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Email Shari Wilson for the details or call 651-429-8593

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TUESDAY - Morning Networking - Guest Speakers: Mariel Culhane & Tim Maurer, WBLAS

Morning Networking
Coffee, Breakfast & NETWORKING!
Mariel Culhane & Tim Maurer, Adult Basic Education & Workforce Solutions
  
Key's Cafe - Upstairs conference room
2208 4th Street, White Bear Lake
Tuesday, February 4, 2019
7:30 - 9:00am
Start the month out by joining us and enjoying a great morning of networking with Chamber Members! Tim and Mariel will share and highlight an overview of their Adult Basic Education (ABE) program and the opportunities that are available to adult community members. They would like to hear from YOU, the business owners, about any workforce needs you are experiencing with employees and explore any possible opportunities of where their ABE program may be able to assist.

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

Lunchtime Networking - Donatelli's

Lunchtime Networking
February 13, 2020

Donatelli's Italian Restaurant
2692 East County Road E, WBL
11:30am - 1:00pm
Why come to Lunchtime Networking? Here's just a few reasons to put this date on your calendar!  
  • Great Visibility for you and your business
  • Gain new contacts and referrals
  • Stay current in the ever-changing business climate
  • Share your knowledge and experience
  • Form new friendships with like-minded people
  • This is the self-proclaimed FUN Chamber group
  • Enjoy a fabulous lunch
And there are many, many more! Join us as we look forward to another year of fun Chamber Networking. Space is limited and registration is required. Cost to attend is for your lunch only.

Chamber 101 - Making the Most Out of Your Membership!


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, White Bear Lake

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

Legalization of Recreational Marijuana and the Impact on Business Operations

SOLD OUT!
Marijuana Legalization & The Workforce:
Minnesota in 2020
February 28, 2020
Tria Restaurant, Bar & Event Center | 5959 Centerville Road | North Oaks
11:30am Registration | 12:00 - 1:15pm Program
Guest Speaker: MN House of Representatives Majority Leader
Ryan Winkler


What it Means for Employers:
The legalization of recreational marijuana in Minnesota is being discussed at the State Capitol. MN House of Representatives Majority Leader Ryan Winkler, is the chief author of such legislation. Join us to hear his thoughts as well as discuss aspects important to the business community if recreational cannabis becomes a reality in Minnesota.
Moderated by Tony Palumbo, Anoka County Attorney
       

White Bear Area Chamber 2020 Annual Meeting / Inaugural: Influential Entrepreneurs: The Secrets To Their Successes

White Bear Area Chamber 2020 Annual Meeting / Inaugural
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
Keller Golf Course
2166 Maplewood Drive, Maplewood 
11:30am - 1:00pm
Influential Entrepreneurs - The Secrets to Their Successes!

        
Featuring Panelists:
John Puckett, Founder of Caribou Coffee & Punch Neopolitan Pizza
Chuck Runyon, Co-Founder of Anytime Fitness
Rhoda Olsen, Past CEO of Great Clips
Mark down Tuesday, March 10th to attend the White Bear Area Chamber’s Inaugural /Annual Meeting. This event will bring together three of Minnesota’s premier business entrepreneurs. Our awesome list of panelists will share their strategies on how to build a dynamic and profitable business model.

Cost to attend is $40.00 Chamber members and $55.00 non-members. Reserved Tables of 8 are $320. Registration begins at 11:30am with the Inaugural and lunch from 12:00-1:00pm.


Meet the Panelists!

Save the Date for Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings!

 
       
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
The Custom Vacation Planner
Chamber Office | 4751 Hwy 61 | White Bear Lake
February 13th | 3:00pm

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Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Celebration
Office Depot
1885 E County Road D | Maplewood
February 19th | 3:30pm

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10 Year Anniversary, New Location and Ribbon Cutting Celebration
Happy Dog Web Productions
3615 White Bear Ave. | White Bear Lake
February 20th | 1:00pm

Rethink Recycling


Did You Know?

Your business might be recycling, but there may be opportunities to recycle better. A free consultation with a Recycling Expert and grant funding of up to $10,000 could help!
  

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