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2013 DCR Chamber Business Excellence Awards

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Please join us for the 2013 DCR Chamber Business Excellence Awards Celebration on November 21, 2013 from 7:30am - 9:00am. We will be honoring businesses that exhibit innovation, growth and leadership within the Dakota County Region. This annual award celebration will be at Lost Spur Golf and Event Center located at 2750 Sibley Memorial Highway in Eagan.  Register online or return this form to the DCR Chamber. 

November 2013 MailPak Advertising

Does your company have any promotions currently running that you would like to announce? Are you hosting an event you would like to invite chamber members to? Or are you simply looking to raise your companies' visibility in the community? If this is the case, the Dakota County Regional Chamber has the perfect opportunity for you to do so, the MailPak! All you need to do is provide us with 500 pre-folded copies of your advertisements (no larger than 8.5 x 11) by November 15, 2013; we will supply the postage and send out this pack to approximately 500 member businesses. This simple advertising opportunity can be yours for an inexpensive investment of $150 (must be paid by November 15, 2013). The MailPak is a great way to get your message out for upcoming events, holiday promotions, services and products your company is offering to a broad audience. Contact Jessy Annoni at 651.288.9202 or via email at jannoni@dcrchamber.com for more information or send this form in today to reserve your spot!  Space is limited. 

Legislative Breakfast Series

What's your top issue challenging the growth and expansion of your business? Taxes? Increased Business Regulations? Health Care? Minimum Wage Increases? Transportation? Education and Skilled Workforce? Immigration Reform?

The Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce introduces the 2013-14 Legislative Breakfast Series. In preparation of the upcoming legislative session, the Chamber offers real-time information and resources on a number of issues important to your business. These breakfasts are designed for business community members to hear first-hand from lawmakers and industry experts on how legislation within all levels of government will affect their businesses' bottom line, job creation, growth and expansion. Members can also communicate their concerns, comments and questions.

The Series offers members a total ten programs held on the third Friday of each month, October 2013 through June 2014 from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. at The Commons on Marice in Eagan. Fees are $25 per event or purchase a Series pass for $200 and save. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. with a breakfast buffet and the program begins promptly at 8:00 a.m.

For further information or to obtain sponsorship information, please contact Vicki Stute at 651.228.9201.

Tentative schedule of program topics with speakers to be announced.

(Subject to change)

October 18 - Education Policy and Local School District 196 Levy Referendum

November 15 - Minimum Wage

December 20 - The Un-Session?

January 17 - The Economics of 2014

February 21 - 2014 Legislative Preview

March 21 - Congressional Updates

April 18 - Transportation for the Future

May 16 - Minnesota's Competitive Advantages

June 20 - Legislative Wrap-Up: How did your business fare?

Statewide Policy Tour:

Advance Your 2014 Priorities and Build Powerful Connections

2013 County Wide Chamber

Join us at the 2013 County Wide Chamber Small Business Expo and Business After Hours on Thursday, November 14th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Mendakota Country Club (2075 Mendakota Road, Mendota Heights) to network with other chamber members from Dakota County. This event includes complimentary hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar and exhibits by members from each of the participating chambers.

The cost to reserve an 8' table is $150, which includes table skirting and electricity. The fee for a free standing display is $150, which includes electricity. The fee for a ½ 8' table is $90, which includes table skirting and electricity. Please specify if you have a floor display or if you need electricity for your booth. Each vendor is asked to provide their own signage. To reserve your space, please return this form to Jessy Annoni by email at jannoni@dcrchamber.com or by fax at 651.452.8978 by Friday, October 25th. Space is limited!

Prior to this expo, we invite you to join us for a County Wide Chamber Speed Networking session from 4:00pm to 5:00pm.  This is a great opportunity for you to grow your professional circle through a fun and non-traditional way of networking. You will meet people from other Dakota County Chambers and walk away with new business leads. Click here to learn more and sign up today.

Opportunities to Promote Your Business

The DCR Chamber is looking for member's to host future networking events. Hosting events like "Why Not Wednesday" Business After Hours or Coffee Breaks are a great way to bring customers into your business. Limited availability. If you are interested in hosting one of these events or would like more information, please contact Jessy at 651.288.9202 or jannoni@dcrchamber.com.