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CHAMBER INFORMATION
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jill Presseller,
Chairperson, Gries Lenhardt Michenfelder Allen, PLLP
Kriss Mills
Past Chairperson,
Cabela's
Jeri Van Heel, Treasurer,
MVp Mechanical Service Co.
David Carlson,
Director, Tegrete Corporation
David Henningson,
Director, Henningson & Snoxell, Ltd.
Grady Kinghorn,
Director, Kinghorn Construction
Scott Mounger,
Director, OSTB Wealth Strategies
Catherine Reller, Director, Country Inn & Suites - Albertville
Kyle Sabot, Director,
Rogers Printing & Promotional
Bob Schlichte, Director,
Grand Casino Mille Lacs & Hinckley
Nick Shultz, Director,
First American Bank
Amy Valek, Director, J&B Group, Inc.
Sheila Zachman, Director, Commercial Realty Solutions
CHAMBER STAFF
Donna J. Hartley,
President
Sara Biren,
Marketing Director
OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Friday
8:00 am to 4:30 pm
OUR MISSION
To promote partnerships between business, government, and community, while providing information and resources, therefore creating a positive environment for the I-94 West communities.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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Please RSVP to
for all events or
register/pay online.
Wed., July 8
The Medina Club
7:30 am
Robert's at the Medina Entertainment Center
Friday, July 10 The Breakfast Club 7:30 am to 9 am
The Legacy of St. Michael
 Monthly networking
Wed., July 15Women's Leadership Forum8:30 am to 10 amCountry Inn & Suites - Albertville 6554 Lamplight Drive Sponsored by   Terri Thatcher Agency 9100 Park Ave NE, Otsego The Early Bird Gets the Learn This month's topic: Google+ Wed., July 224 pm to 7 pmJOB FAIRRogers Community Room21201 Memorial Dr, Rogers
Presented by
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Tuesday, July 28
11 am
24th Annual Golf Tournament
Fox Hollow Golf Club,
St. Michael
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NEW MEMBERS
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The Chamber is growing! Please click on the links below to learn more about our New Members. 201 East Lake Street Wayzata, MN 55391 612.210.9133 Mortgage Capital of MN9473 Garland Lane N Maple Grove, MN 55369 763.639.1045
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RENEWING MEMBERS
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Thank you to the following Members that have recognized the value of their Chamber Membership and renewed their investment with the Chamber in June:
Apollo Insurance Agency - Nate Cotter & Dan Delinsky
Appletime Child Care
Arcas Technology
Atlas Staffing
Canvas Craft
City of Rogers
City of St. Michael
Dahlheimer Machining, Inc.
Froehling Anderson
Hayes Insurance Agency
Kimbra Ness, Realtor - Keller Williams Premier Realty
King Solutions
Knight Heating & Air Conditioning
LD Foods - McDonald's Medina
LD Foods - McDonald's St. Michael
Malmborg's Garden Center
Martin & Wagner, PA
McDonald's - Rogers
Origin Marketing
Prime Advertising & Design
RMR Carpentry
Services, Inc.
Rogers School of Music
Sam's Club
Scharber & Sons
Super 8 Motel
Twin Cities Orthopedics
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FROM THE CHAIR
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 Dear Chamber Members, We hope that you've had a safe and enjoyable summer so far. It's hard to believe that we've already celebrated Independence Day. Friendly City Days and Rockin' Rogers Days have passed, but we are fortunate to have a number of city celebrations left to enjoy over the next three months. From June to September, our ten cities know how make the best of our beautiful summer weather. The 24th Annual Golf Tournament is coming up on Tuesday, July 28. Foursomes are almost sold out, so if you're interested in golfing with us that day, don't delay! Call, email, or register online before it's too late. There are also a few sponsorships available. This is one of the largest events of the year - a great opportunity to get your business name and information to a wide variety of Chamber members and their guests during a day of fun on the golf course! This year, we are playing with 15-inch cups. Please see below, for more details.
We are looking forward to something new and exciting that will begin in September. Very soon, you will see information regarding the Business Institute, a series of classes featuring both local and nationally-recognized speakers and coaches on a variety of topics of interest to our businesses. From sales techniques and customer service to emotional intelligence and building community relationships, this program will provide a broad educational platform. Everyone who participates in all eight sessions will be recognized at the 2016 Business & Community Excellence Awards in April. Stay tuned for more details, which will be shared in a separate email.
Once again, I wish you a fun, safe, and memorable summer, and I look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming events. 
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24TH ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
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GREAT PEOPLE
on a
GREAT COURSE
for a
GREAT DAY OF GOLF!
No Name® Steaks will provide
Steakburgers for lunch!
Don't miss the 19th Hole, sponsored by
We are close to selling out for golfers! Download a registration form HERE
Sponsorships are available - download info HERE.
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| UPDATED MEMBER LOGIN | |
We have recently made the switch to an updated Member Login portal. With a sleek new user-friendly design, you'll be able to easily access and update all the important components of your member directory listing. In addition, it's easier than ever to post Hot Deals, Job Postings, and Events as well as register and pay for Chamber events.
We are working on updating our member management system and directory listings with current and additional information, such as social media links. All primary representatives will receive an email over the next few weeks with login information. If your primary rep has changed or you would like your information sooner, please call Angie at the Chamber office. Individual reps may also create their own login accounts.
Later this summer, we'll unveil our new website along with information about sponsorships and enhanced listings to make the most of your directory listing. In the meantime, please contact us with any questions.
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EDDY'S RESORT
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Recently, DJ and Sara had an opportunity to stay at the brand new Eddy's Resort on Mille Lacs Lake. The resort was originally built in 1960 and is famous for its red-and-white launch boats. Grand Casino Mille Lacs and Hinckly recently purchased the property, tore down the original hotel, and built a brand new resort.
The resort itself is contemporary with rustic "up north" elements, spacious rooms, private conference facilities, and amazing views of Mille Lacs Lake. The Launch Bar & Grill features a varied menu with some delicious twists as well as a number of local craft brews on tap. Launch boats with are available for fishing or lake tours.
For more photos from our trip, visit our Facebook page. Eddy's Resort is only a short drive up 169 on the southwestern edge of Lake Mille Lacs and is a perfect location for your next company retreat, family reunion, or quick weekend getaway!
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DID YOU KNOW?
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Did you know that between the two of them, DJ and Sara are a wealth of social media knowledge? Did you know that they can help you set up your company social media accounts? Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Instagram, Pinterest, LinkedIn, YouTube - we can help you navigate through the sometimes overwhelming social media landscape.
Call the office today to make an appointment to meet with us.
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WHAT HAVE WE BEEN UP TO?
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June was another busy month for the Chamber - from Ribbon Cutting Celebrations and Club events to our 3rd Annual Blood Drive and the Rockin' Rogers Day Parade. Follow us on Facebook to see what we've been up to!
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Top: Jimmy John's Ribbon Cutting
Bottom: South Lake Pediatrics Ribbon Cutting
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FEATURED PROMOTION - THE IMPRINT GALLERY
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FEATURED PROMOTION - HAMEL RODEO
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Order Hamel Rodeo tickets HERE (excludes VIP)
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ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSORS
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Golf Tournament Sponsors
TITLE SPONSOR
MASTER SPONSORS
 19TH HOLE SPONSOR SIGNAGE SPONSOR LUNCH SPONSOR   GOLF CART SPONSOR  SCOREBOARD SPONSOR  HOLE SPONSORS BEVERAGE CART SPONSOR
GOLF BALL GAME SPONSOR
GOLF BALL SPONSOR
Sponsorships still available:
Master Sponsors Dinner Sponsor Party Cart Sponsors (2) Beverage Cart Sponsors (1) Putting Green Sponsor Range Sponsor
Download a Sponsorship Form
HERE!
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AD SPACE AVAILABLE - THE INTERCHANGE
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The Interchange is the bi-monthly newsletter of the I-94 West Chamber of Commerce, mailed to 700+ businesses in the chamber service area and posted on our website. We have ad space available for your business! Mail dates: July 27, 2015 / September 28, 2015 / November 16, 2015 / January 18, 2016 Limited Spots Available! 1/4 page color ad: $75 per issue if you supply high res - pdf ad 1/2 page color ad: $125 per issue if you supply high res - pdf ad Professional Directory Listing: $25 (8 available)
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FROM THE MINNESOTA CHAMBER
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Doug Loon well positioned to lead statewide business community
By Bill Blazar
 We're pleased and excited to welcome Doug Loon as the new president of the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce, the state's premier business advocacy organization. Loon is currently the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's vice president for regional affairs and advocacy. In that role, he manages the seven regional offices that provide political and grassroots outreach across the nation. In addition, he manages the U.S. Chamber's Midwest Region that includes Minnesota. He will assume his duties Sept. 8.
The selection culminates a months-long search to replace the vacancy left by our longtime leader David Olson, who passed away last July. Loon's professional and personal background makes him a perfect fit to lead the statewide business community and take our organization to the next level.
He has the experience. His focus and responsibility at the U.S. Chamber has been supporting state and local chambers and businesses to move public policy in a direction that helps them be successful. That's exactly what the Minnesota Chamber does. The specific issues are different, but the process for success is remarkably similar.
Loon's 28 years in advocacy and public policy, one of the most important skill sets for this position, was a key factor in his selection. He will oversee the Minnesota Chamber's public policy development process while also building and leading even stronger coalitions among local chambers, trade associations and business organizations.
The Minnesota Chamber has distinguished itself among statewide business organizations through its strong alignment with local chambers of commerce. Our overall advocacy is bolstered by the Minnesota Chamber Federation - nearly 40 local chamber of commerce partners that adopt and advocate with us on our top legislative priorities. Loon is well known and well respected by Chamber executives and business leaders all across the state. He brings a very strong set of relationships with key stakeholders, elected officials and other leaders.
Loon knows the issues. He has lived in Minnesota for almost 17 years and been active with local chambers throughout Minnesota.
"The Minnesota Chamber, much like the U.S. Chamber, stands at the crossroads of economic opportunity, government engagement and the private marketplace," Loon says. "It is the one organization that can bring together the various interests of the business community behind a common agenda aimed at the development and growth of Minnesota's economy."
On a personal level, Loon worked closely with former Chamber President Olson and considered him a friend and mentor. He brings a similar passion for promoting business and advancing policies that ensure Minnesota businesses can compete in a changing and global economy.
"David created a highly respected and collaborative organization," Loon says. "He and his team offered solid advice and solutions on state issues of consequence to Minnesota businesses. They established productive relationships with our state's policy-makers, local chambers and trade associations, and I plan to build on that legacy."
Loon is taking the reins of the Chamber at an opportune time. Thanks to the engagement of each and every member, as well as our network of local chamber partners, we are stronger than ever. We pride ourselves on this fact: "When the Minnesota Chamber speaks, policy-makers listen." Our successes at the State Capitol are unmatched among Minnesota business organizations.
Loon understands the needs for a vibrant, statewide economy for businesses large and small, rural and metro, and the role that local chambers play. Our Minnesota Chamber Federation will grow in both size and effectiveness under his leadership.
Bill Blazar is interim president of the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce - www.mnchamber.com.
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I-94 West Chamber of Commerce
21370 John Milless Drive :: PO Box 95
Rogers, MN 55374
763.428.2921 :: Fax 763.428.9068
Summer Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 8 am to 4:30 pm
Friday: 8 am to 2 pm
   
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