WBACC NewsLinc Week of October 23, 2023
"Strengthen Business through Advocacy, Networking and Education"

The White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce is Celebrating our 100th Year in 2023!

 
Got pictures of the past! Contact us as we would love to see them!

Welcome New Members

Family First Chiropractic & Wellness
Carey Bohman
1247 Gun Club Road
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
651-484-9009
T-Mobile for Business

Jonathan Hawkins
612-488-2224
Gerlach Law
Charles Gerlach
51 Dellwood Cove
Dellwood MN, 55110
Integrated Talent Consulting LLC
Amanda Prohaska
Mahtomedi MN, 55115
Tommy's Express Car Wash
Shanna Pugh
4061 Hwy 61
White Bear Lake, MN 55110

651-212-5748
Ty Haschig State Farm
302 Jesse James Lane
Mahtomedi, MN 55015
651-489-8866
Grander Peace Counseling
Jessica Van Berkum
4756 Banning Ave., Sute 210
612-454-1656
Mahtomedi Area Educational Foundation
Suzanne Anderson
1520 Mahtomedi Ave.
Mahtomedi, MN 55115

Renewing Members

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

White Bear Area Educational Foundation
    7 Years
Ramsay & Associates
    8 Years
Thread Art
    7 Years
Acapulco
    11 Years
Newtrax
    8 Years
Beecroft Marketing
    3 Years
Dueling Grandma's Shortbread
    1 Year
Victoria Reinhardt, Ramsey County Commissioner
    11 Years
WBL Historical Society
    11 Years
WBL Superstore
    11 Years
Lunds & Byerly's
    4 Years
Joy Erickson - Edina Realty
    11 Years 
Hemostasis
    5 Years
NewStudio Architecture
    11 Years
Eckberg Lammers PC
    3 Years
Oneka Ridge Golf Course
    3 Years
Advance Dermatology Care
    3 Years
Dellwood Country Club
    13 Years
Galena Law Firm
    10 Years
Kellermans Event Center
    10 Years   
Kathy Madore - Edina Realty
    10 Years
AmericInn White Bear Lake
    11 Years 
M Health St. Johns Hospital
    11 Years
MCG Dianostics Corp
     8 Years   
Larson Engineering
    11 Years
World Around Us Child Development
    8 Years

White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce Job Board

Are you an employer who is hiring or are you looking for a fabulous job in this area? We invite you to look through our website's Job Board. If you are hiring and would like to include a listing, please contact the Chamber Office to have it posted.
 

Advertise on the WBACC newsLinc!

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

FREE Computer Service Work for All Veterans - November 10th

FREE computer Service work for all Veterans!
3550 Labore Road Siuite 6 | Vadnais Heights
All veterans are invited to to bring in their computers to Techie Dudes, located at 3550 Labore Road, Suite 6 on November 10th during their open hours and receive FREE computer service work! They would love to see a line out their door!

Twin Cities Pain Clinic Now Open in Maplewood

Pay-What-You-Want Performance of 'She Loves Me' at Lakeshore Players

Pay-What-You-Want Performance of
She Loves Me

4941 Long Avenue | White Bear Lake
Lakeshore Players
December 7th at 7:30pm
Contact the Box Office for more details
651-478-7433

Financial Goals, Meet Royal

 

Many Faces - Many Stories

 
Many Faces of the White Bear Lake Area invites the community to join us at these upcoming events! Please visit HERE for a full listing.

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Offical Notice - Chamber Board Vacancies for 2024


Notice to all Chamber Members in Good Standing
RE: Board Vacancies for 2024
The White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce hereby has given notice of five (5) vacancies on the Board of Directors for the 2024—2027.
 
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:   
Laura Erickson - Cerenity Senior Care - 3 Year Term
Mark Houge, North Oaks Companies - 3 Year Term
Nora Slawik - Century College Foundation - 3 Year Term
Katy Olson - White Bear Lake Area Schools. - 3 Year Term 
Journie Rosenow - Royal Credit Union - 3 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 November 3, 2023.  The determination of the Nomination Committee as to the legality of the petition(s) shall be final. 

Thank you,
Board of Directors

TUESDAY - Seminar for Every Employer: Minnesota's 13 New Employment Law Changes

Seminar for Every Employer:
Minnesota's New Employment Law Changes- What You NEED to Know

Tuesday, October 24th, 2023
8:30am Registration
Program from 9:00am - 10:30am
** NOTE LOCATION CHANGE ***
White Bear Lake City Hall - Council Chambers
4701 HIghway 61 | White Bear Lake
After years of quietude, Minnesota Lawmakers have come back with a vengeance and have recently released a broad swath of laws that will radically change the employment law landscape for all employers with employees in Minnesota. Join us for this seminar in which you will learn what you need to know about:
  • Paid family and medical leave
  • Earned sick and safe time
  • Minnesota Parental Leave Act Revisions
  • Recreational Cannabis
  • Prohibitions on compensation/benefit inquiries
  • Prohibitions on non-compete agreements
  • The CROWN Act's expansion of the definition of race
  • State run retirement program for employers who don't offer retirement plans
  • Expansion of breat milk expression rights
  • Expansion of pregnancy accommodation rights 
  • Prohibition on employer-sponsor meetings
  • Wage disclosure protections enhancements
  • The non-taxability of settlements for sexual harassment/abuse
This is a must for all employers! A light continental breakfast will be served and the only cost is $20. Register today as space is limited.
 

About the Speaker, James Olney, SVP, Senior Employment Attorney

SAVE THE DATE for the 100th Anniversary Celebration Celebration for the White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce!

SAVE THE DATE!
100th Anniversary Celebration for the 
White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce

Keller Golf Club | 2166 Maplewood Dr | Maplewood

THURSDAY, December 7, 2023

  If you are interested in a SPONSORSHIP, please contact the Chamber Office for more details!

THURSDAY Location Change for Women in Business Meeting!

Women in Business
*** NOTE LOCATION CHANGE ***
    
4940 Highway 61 N | White Bear Lake
Thursday, October 26th
11:30am - 1:00pm
Due to the unexpected weather changes on Thursday, we have moved the location of our meeting to the World Famous, Rudy's Redye Grill located inside the White Bear Country Inn. We will catch up over the summer amd meet our newest members!  We look forward to seeing you again and learning more about your businesses!

Optimize Your Business Summit - Grow Your Business

Workforce & Economic Development
Washington County Optimize Your Business Summit 

Van Meter | 7450 95th St. S | Cottage Grove, 55016
8:30am - 12:00pm
Wednesday, October 25th, 2023
Join us for this 'world cafe' method of table collaborations that will surely inspire you as you learn ways to optimize your business and dial in your efficiency as we prepare for 2024. You will have the opportunity to explore the top five most critical topics from our recent business needs survey. You will have the opportunity to attend a discussion table on all five topics to share and learn with other businesses. Light Breakfast & Coffee provided. No cost to attendees.
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THURSDAY - Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Techie Dudes' Relocation & 5th Anniversary!

Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Techie Dudes' Relocation & 5th Anniversary
   
October 26th  | 3:30pm
3550 Labore Road, Suite 6  | Vadnais Heights
We will be celebrating the Ribbon Cutting, recent Relocation to Vadnais Heights and 5th Anniversary for Techie Dudes on October 26th at 3:30pm! Techie Dudes has helped many Residential and Small businesses with their desktops & laptop repairs, WIFI repairs, router set-ups and general troubleshooting of their "Techie" challenges. They also specialize in data recovery from most devices. Bring your business cards!

Morning Networking with Guest Speaker, Vicoria Reinhardt, Ramsey County Commissioner


Guest Speaker- Ramsey County Commissioner,
Victoria Reinhardt
Location: Key's Cafe | Upstairs: 2208 4th Street
Tuesday, November 7th | 7:30am - 9:00am
Join us for a conversation with Ramsey County Commissioner, Victoria Reinhardt. She will be giving us a reflection on her 28 years at County Commissioner, Recycling programs, transportation details in the area including the County Road J & 35E Interchange and Long Avenue. Come with your questions! 

After the short presentation, we will continue on with our Chamber Networking Connections program where you will enjoy meeting our newest members, connecting with other business leaders, growing your area network, sharing ideas and promoting your business. This is a vibrant and welcoming group and we look forward to, enjoying a fabulous breakfast and engaging in great conversations!

Space is limited and the cost to attend it is only for your breakfast. Registration is required.

Young Professionals - Volunteer Shift at the White Bear Food Shelf!

White Bear Area Food Shelf
1884 Whitaker Street
White Bear Lake | 
3:00pm - 4:30pm | November 9, 2023 

 
 
Join this fabulous group of Young Professionals for an afternoon of Volunteering at the White Bear Area Food Shelf! A Great way to meet some new people, while helping a fabulous organization! Shift is from 3:00pm - 4:30pm 
 

Ribbon Cutting Celebration for the Relocation & Expansion of Soul Chiropractic!

Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Soul Chiro's New Location!
   
November 2nd  | 4:00pm
4764 Banning  | White Bear Lake
We will be celebrating the relocation and expansion of Soul Chiropractic!  Dr. Shannon McCarty has moved her office and is excited to share that she now offers acupuncture services. Join us as we celebrate and tour her new facilities at her Open House/Ribbon Cutting celebration. Bring your business cards!
“I help people who have physical and/or emotional pain
bring peace & ease to their bodies and minds, to their whole lives.”
-- Dr. Shannon McCarty

Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Ty Haschig State Farm!

Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Ty Haschig State Farm!
 
November 14th  | 3:30pm
2063 County Road E East | White Bear Lake
You are invited to the Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Ty Haschig State Farm!  We will learn more about State Farm and all that they  provides their clients, meet Ty and his team as well as welcome him to the White Bear Area. Don't forget your business cards! 
 

Ribbon Cutting Celebration for NER & Hammer Residence 50 & 100 Year Celebration & Statue Installation!

  
Ribbon Cutting Celebration for NER & Hammer Residence 50 & 100 Year Celebration & Statue Installation!

Thursday, November 16th | 4:00pm
2539 East County Road E | White Bear Lake

You are invited to celebrate the merger of NER & Hammer & 50 year celebration of supporting people with disabilities in the East Metro! In recognition of the merger, they will be installing a Ralph Statue (their mascot/symbol of those they support) at the White Bear Lake location! We will hear from the leadership of Hammer, learn more about what they do and celebrate their recent merger! Don't forget your business cards!
 

Ribbon Cutting, Open House & Anniversary Celebrations for White Bear Country Inn & Rudy's Redeye Grill!

Ribbon Cutting Celebration & Open House for White Bear Country Inn & Rudy's Redeye Grill's Anniversaries! 
   
November 16th  | 5:00pm
4940 Highway 61 | White Bear Lake
You are invited to the Ribbon Cutting and Open House for White Bear Country Inn's 40 Year Anniversary and Rudy's Redeye Grill's 20th Anniversary celebrations! Tours, Hors D'oeuvres & Refreshments will be provided. We will get a behind the scenes tour of both operations, hear more about their history from the owner, Mr. Bill Foussard. Don't forget your business cards!
 

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