Weekly Update: Find Your Perfect Employee

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March 10, 2014

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Utilize the DCR Chamber Job Board

YOUR Chamber is here to help you find skilled employees. With so many job boards charging you to post your employment opportunities, we wanted to remind you that DCR Chamber's job board is FREE. Posting on our board is easy to do and a great way to promote your job openings and connect with other Chamber members. Find it under the Resource tab at www.dcrchamber.com. And here's how to post.

Click here to view the current job opportunities offered by your fellow Chamber members.

Committed to business... for YOU.

What do Representatives Atkins, Halverson, Garafalo, Hansen, Masin, and Wills have in common?

Other than the fact that they represent Dakota County Regional Chamber members, they all voted in favor of the House Tax File 1777 which included federal conformity and repeal of the three B2B taxes - both priorities for your Chamber.

What's next? The tax bill now moves to the Senate for their consideration. Unfortunately we've heard that some members of the Senate have not yet committed to supporting B2B Tax Repeal and others don't sense the urgency of this issue.

What can you do? Contact your Senators and urge them to support repeal prior to April 1. Need contact information? We can help. Just give us a call at 651.452.9872.

Senator Jim Metzen, chair of the Senate Commerce Committee held a hearing this past week on B2B Tax Repeal. Your Chamber along with several Eagan businesses and Mayor Mike McGuire testified to the harmful economic impacts and job losses if B2B isn't overturned. Thank you Senator Metzen for your leadership on this important business issue.

2014 Business Day at the Capitol

Advance your priorities face-to-face with legislators on Wednesday, March 19 at Business Day at the Capitol. Join your peers from across the state as we lobby with one voice on the issues that will help strengthen the business environment to improve the lives of all Minnesotans. Dakota County Regional Chamber will be presetting appointments with area legislators.

Click here to register today.

Senator Norm Coleman Offers His Insights

March's Legislative Breakfast features "Minnesota: Shaping the Future through Knowledge and Engagement" on Friday, March 21, 2014 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at the Commons on Marice, 1380 Marice Drive in Eagan. Senator Norm Coleman will discuss some of the major issues facing the business community by digging deeper into how decisions are made at the state and federal level as well as encouraging engagement by all - across all parties - in order to make a difference in our communities and region. Sign Up Today.

Conference is this Thursday - Register today!

The DCR Chamber is pleased to announce the return of the 4th Annual Women's Conference on March 13, 2014 at the Lost Spur Golf and Event Center in Eagan. The event will connect professionals like yourself while enriching your personal and professional lives. There are numerous ways to get involved in this event; attendance, sponsorship, marketplace, wine donation and marketing in the conference bags. For more information, contact Jessy Annoni at 651.288.9202 or jannoni@dcrchamber.com.

Click here to learn more.

Events Calendar

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

8:00am
ChamberNet Two

Noon

ChamberNet

8:00am

Eagan Coffee Break

11:00am
The WomEn's Conference

Noon

Meet the Chamber

7:30am

Business Owner's Roundtable

8:00am

Farmington Coffee Break

9:00am

Business Day at the Capitol

7:30am

Eagan State of the City Address

7:30am

Legislative Breakfast- Minnesota: Shaping the Future through Knowledge and Engagement

8:00am

West Saint Paul/Mendota Heights Coffee Break

8:00am

ChamberNet Two

Noon

ChamberNet

3:30pm

SMYPros: Community Service Event

7:30am

Breakfast With Champions: Workplace Wellness

8:00am

Rosemount Coffee Break

4:30pm

Why Not Wednesday Business After Hours

*Currently seeking host. Contact the Chamber at 651.452.9872 if interested.

Did You Know?

In the spirit of the Minnesota State High School Hockey Tournament, did you know that Minnesota has a lot to be proud of?

Warming Houses
Mighty Ducks
Miracle on Ice

Click here to see the full list of 38 Things Minnesota Should Brag About.

Congratulations to Eagan High School Boys Hockey for placing third in the Class AA Tournament and Lakeville North High School Boys Hockey for placing second. A great season!

Looking For Your Next Employee?

So often we hear from our members about their difficult time finding qualified employees. Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development is hosting a job fair for employers and job-seekers on March 27 at Eagan Community Center. To find out more click here.

Immigration Reform Will Save and Create American Jobs

By: Thomas Donohue, President, US Chamber
Through commonsense immigration reform, we have a tremendous opportunity to help close the skills gap in our workforce, address labor shortages, strengthen our economy, and create jobs for everyone living in America. Read more here.

DCR Chamber is Hiring!

Your Chamber's team continues to evolve with the departure of Jessy Annoni. We are grateful for all she has done to provide value and service to you, our Chamber members. We often hear how she has gone above and beyond. THANK YOU! Jessy. Please take the time to connect with her over the next few weeks prior to her last day of March 13th to wish her well.

The best employees are referrals from you...

Now hiring: Communications and Events Manager

New Members

We welcome the following new members!

Bravura Consulting Group

14223 Azalea Path, Rosemount
651.269.7890

Contact: Lisa Hayes

www.bravuracg.com

Business Consulting/Coaching

"I work with individuals and teams who want to move from good to great by helping them understand and maximize their strengths in order to get great results. I provide a variety of workshops, group and individual coaching."

First National Bank of Northfield

329 Division Street, PO Box 59, Northfield

507.645.5656

Contact: Lisa Franxman

www.firstnationalnorthfield.com

Bank

For more than 140 years, First National Bank of Northfield has upheld a tradition of sound banking practices - the cornerstone upon which countless successful businesses have been built. We're committed to providing top-notch customer service and offering an array of business products - both traditional and electronic - to propel businesses to new heights. Lisa Franxman, First National vice president of business banking and DCR chamber member, joins a team of first-rate bankers, dedicated to building lasting, mutually-beneficial relationships with customers.

SASCO Investments, LLP
1916 Livingston Avenue, West Saint Paul
651.554.1411

Contact: Steven Shaller

Real Estate

SASCO Investments LLLP owns the Southview Square Shopping Center on Robert Street in West St. Paul. The partnership has owned the center since 1999. The center was remodeled in 2000, which greatly improved the appearance. As a result, it was awarded the City of West St. Paul Business Recognition Award. The center leases to large national tenants such as Chipotle, Sherwin Williams, Home Choice and O'Reilly Auto, as well as smaller local tenants such as Van Drake Jewelers and Regina's Candies.

Style Encore

1960 Cliff Lake Road, Eagan
952.412.1670

Contact: Mary Klapperich

www.style-encoreEagan.com

Women's Clothing/Clothing Retailer

Style Encore is the preferred store of fashion conscious, spending savvy women in their late 20's through their mid-50's. Customers can buy and sell gently used casual and business apparel and accessories, all day, every day. Style Encore pays cash on the spot for items purchased. Customers who sell and buy from Style Encore are able to get the best value for their money. Style Encore - Eagan coming soon!

Member News

News on what's happening with our members and in the community!

Rasmussen College invites you join them for "Tuesday Tune-Up" on Microsoft Excel on March 11th. Click here for more information.

McAlister Marketing, a strategic B2B marketing consulting services firm, celebrates its inauguration.. read more.

The Eagan and Farmington offices of Thrivent Financial invite you to join them in supporting Minnesota Food Share month by participating in a "Friendly Food Fight" competition. Click here to learn more about how you can get involved.

Congratulations to Jon Hohenstein, City of Eagan, for being selected as one of the Finance & Commerce Progress Minnesota 2014 honorees, which recognizes individuals and companies driving business growth, jobs and economic development in the Twin Cities and across the state. Click here to learn more.

Thank you to our weekly update sponsor!

Jessy Annoni
Communications and Events Manager

Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce

1121 Town Centre Drive, Suite 102

Eagan, MN 55123

651.452.9872

Give us a call today!

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