Are you a Business Owner Looking to Connect with Other Business Owners?
The DCR Chamber Business Owners' Roundtable provides fellow business owners with a forum to develop successful business strategies, engage a sounding board, and hear new tactical ideas. The group promotes participation and regular attendance through leading discussion and providing expertise to one another. Business Owners' Roundtable is non-compete and meets monthly at the DCR Chamber Office.
To qualify for the group, each member must meet the following criterion:
1) Must be a member in good standing of the Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce.
2) Entering members must not be in competing industries of current members
3) Regular attendance
This is an invitation only group.
For more information and to apply for Business Owners' Roundtable, please contact Jim Hickle at 763.222.1004
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Committed to business... for YOU.
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Spirit of Enterprise Award Presented to Congressman John Kline
 The U.S. Chamber and the Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce are honored to present Congressman John Kline with the Spirit of Enterprise Award for his support for pro-business policies and legislation. John has compiled a pro-business voting record that demonstrates that jobs and economic growth are among his top priorities. John scored an impressive 85% with the Chamber on the 2013 scorecard. Among the key issues of importance were budget, energy, trade, healthcare, and transportation/infrastructure. In these challenging times, it is critical to have Members of Congress fighting for American businesses and their employees. He not only has demonstrated his support for business when voting on the House floor, but also as Chairman of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
Pictured Right to Left: Jennifer Byers, Vicki Stute, Congressman John Kline, Jennifer Libby, and Doug Loon presenting Spirit of Enterprise Award.
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2014 Golf Classic Named a Success
Thank you to this year's premier tournament sponsors:
If you participated in the tournament, we would love your feedback. Please click here to take a short survey that will help us improve this event for years to come.
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2014 DCR Chamber Member Survey
 Are you unhappy with the way chamber events are planned & scheduled? Do you have suggestions for future chamber events or feedback on ones you've already attended? Please take a few minutes to take this survey that will help us improve the events that we offer to our members.
Take this survey for a chance to win a FREE advertisement in our Weekly Update. Deadline has been extended to July 3! To take the survey and be entered to win,
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 Local Focus: Find Out What's Happening In Your Community
Eagan Planning Commission meets June 24- see the agenda.
Mendota Heights Planning Commission meets June 24 - see the agenda.
Rosemount Planning Commission meets June 24- see the agenda.
West St. Paul City Council meets June 23 - see the agenda.
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City of Eagan to Hold Informational Meeting Regarding Mall Opening
To make sure the public plans ahead and knows what to expect when the new Twin Cities Premium Outlets center opens in mid-August, the City of Eagan and the mall operators will hold an informational open house at the end of this month.
The community information meeting will be held 5-7 p.m. on Monday, June 30 in the Eagan Room at City Hall (Municipal Center), 3830 Pilot Knob Road. There will be a formal presentation at 5:30 p.m. and staff from Eagan Public Works, Police, Communications and Community Development will be on hand to answer questions along with the general manager of Twin Cities Premium Outlets. Simon Premium Outlets will manage and operate the center. Click here for more information.
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New Members
We welcome the following new members!
Erin E Ehrlich CPA, Ltd.
13470 Brass Parkway
Rosemount, MN 55068
Contact: Erin Ehrlich
www.erinehrlichcpa.com
Erin earned a BA in Economics from the University of Minnesota and a second major certificate in Accounting at the College of St. Catherine. She worked at a small CPA firm before venturing to Best Buy Corporate Headquarters. Her love of working with small businesses, and individuals, on a personal level drove her to embark on a new journey. She recently opened her own CPA practice in her home and is striving towards making her dream a reality. She looks forward to becoming more involved with the community as a new member of the Dakota County Regional Chamber.
Dakota County Historical Society
130 Third Ave. N
South St. paul, MN 55075
Contact: Lynn Gruber
www.dakotahistory.org
2014 marks the Society's 75th year; it's mission is to: "collect, preserve, promote and present the history of Dakota County, MN." DCHS operates the Lawshe Memorial Museum at 130- 3rd Ave. No, So. St. Paul and manages the Civil War era Le Duc Historic Estate in Hastings, MN., for the City of Hastings. Some of DCHS's services and activities include: research library; research assistance; monthly programs from archaeology to genealogy and many other aspects of local history; exhibits at Lawshe Museum created from the over 40,000 photos and artifacts in DCHS's collection; tours of the LeDuc Historic Estate.
Dewalt Law Office
2412 - 117th St. East, Lower Level
Burnsville, MN 55337
Contact: Deborah N. Dewalt
This year makes 30 years in private practice for Deborah N. Dewalt, a family law attorney. She is pleased to announce the adoption of a firm logo which will be integrated into the firm's public presence over the summer. Deborah handles a wide range of family law cases including divorce, support, custody, paternity, post-decree issues and selected probate matters. She is a member of the Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and has been named a Super Lawyer every year since 2000. Her firm is on the web at www.dewaltlaw.com and newly on Facebook.
Andrea Todd-Harlin
PO Box 21821
Eagan, MN 55121
Contact: Andrea Todd-Harlin
www.andreatoddharlin.com
Andrea Todd-Harlin is a longtime resident of Dakota County who currently resides in
Eagan. Andrea works as an epidemiologist and runs her own medical research consulting firm Medical Research Advisors. Having benefited immensely from the opportunities this area provided her growing up, Andrea wants to see the citizens of this region continue to thrive and have a community where they can live, work and play. This mindset has inspired Andrea to run for State Representative in District 51A - Eagan/Burnsville. She is looking forward to further engaging her community as a new member of the Dakota County Regional Chamber.
BlueStone Steak and Seafood
2864 HWY 55
Eagan, MN 55121
Contact: Woody Leindecker
Blue Stone Steak & Seafood is owned and operated by a few local Minnesota investors. Our mission is to provide the best guest experience possible so you'll want to keep coming back.
BlueStone Steak & Seafood specializes in American classics as well as authentic Louisiana Cajun & Creole cooking. We offer many enticing dishes that will keep you coming back.
Convergys
3285 Northwood Circle
Eagan, MN 55121
Contact: Jessica Tupper
www.convergys.com
We are excited to announce that Convergys has completed its acquisition of Stream, creating a world-class customer management firm made up of 125,000 employees working in more than 150 service centers and 31 countries. Both companies are known for providing exceptional service. Now, combining the best assets of each, we offer greater expertise and services for our clients and many more career opportunities for our talented employees.
Clients and customers around the globe can now benefit from our expanded geographic footprint, language capabilities, and breadth and depth of services.
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Member News
News on what's happening with our members and in the community!
 Congratulations to DCR Chamber member Softech Solutions on their recent feature in the Minneapolis Star Tribune! Small business: 'Hybrid' combines tech, business savvy
Read the article here.
 Velocity Telephone will hold customer appreciation event July 10. More info here. RSVP required.  Due to a recent decline in donations, your American Red Cross blood donation is urgently needed. You can help prevent a summer shortage by rolling up a sleeve to give blood or platelets as soon as possible. You are urged to make an appointment to give in the coming days. Call 1-800-REDCROSS or visit www.redcrossblood.org. For more information about times and dates, please click here.
Congratulations to McAlister Marketing for a successful ribbon cutting on June 10, 2014. Your ambassadors stopped by to celebrate.
 Rita's Ice celebrated the opening of their first Minnesota location by holding a Chamber ribbon cutting. Congratulations!
 Minnesota Orthodontics also celebrated their newest renovations and location with a ribbon cutting. Congratulations to Dale Glowa, who was named chief manager and president of the UMore Development LLC on May 29. In his role as LLC president, beginning June 2, Glowa will take the lead on securing a master developer for the 738-acre Phase One development, fostering economic development initiatives in conjunction with the City of Rosemount, and enhancing collaborations that can create new business opportunities. Flint Hills Resources Medical Coordinator Jeanne Sample is the 2014 winner of the Medique Leadership Award from the Minnesota Association of Occupational Health Nurses (MAOHN). The award, presented by Medique Pharmaceuticals, recognizes occupational health nurses who exhibit leadership in their field through participation in their state association and professional activities.
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Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce
1121 Town Centre Drive, Suite 102
Eagan, MN 55123
651.452.9872
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