March 14, 2016
Is Your Business Worthy of Workplace Excellence?
 
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Many employers excel at retaining and attracting the best workforce talent. The Dakota-Scott Workforce Development Board wants to recognize them, share their success, and help others learn what they can do to be more competitive. The "Employers of Excellence" program is now open to businesses in Dakota and Scott Counties. Through completion of an on-line survey, and use of quantifiable results, all businesses will receive a personalized report comparing them to aggregate results for similarly-sized businesses. Results will be confidential and there is no cost to participate. Click here for more information and to complete the survey. The deadline to submit a completed survey is April 1.
Committed to Business... for YOU.
Legislative Breakfast April 1: "No More Transportation Fooling"
 
 
Join us on Friday, April 1 for "No More Transportation Fooling!" and hear plans from Minnesota Department of Transportation Commissioner Charlie Zelle and Metropolitan Council Chair Adam Duininck. Transportation infrastructure is an important key to a successful business climate. What lies ahead to get a transportation funding bill done this Session? Register today.

Thank you to our sponsors:

                             
SMYPro's Community Service Event March 23 
 
During the month of March the South Metro Young Professionals will be participating in Minnesota FoodShare Month partnering with Neighbors, Inc. Many SMYPro members are collecting food at their places of business to help support the cause. Join us at Neighbors on March 23 to help stock the shelves, followed by a celebration at the 5-8 Club in West St. Paul. Thank you to the 5-8 Club for helping to support this event. Your Chamber is a drop off location for food through March 22 if you are interested in donating.  Register today.
Meet the Chamber Offers Info to New & Prospective Members 
 
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"Meet the Chamber" is Tuesday, March 15th from noon to 1:00 p.m. at the DCR Chamber offices. Don't miss this informative event designed for New Members and Prospective members looking to discover more information about the DCR Chamber! Free to attend. Lunch, dessert and drinks provided. Register today. Register today.

Thank you to our sponsors:
                                               
 
Events Calendar
 
 
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
14
15
7:30 a.m.
Board of Directors

Noon
16
7:30 a.m.
7:30 a.m.
17
7:30 a.m.
18
21
22

8:00 a.m. 		23
8:00 a.m.
Noon
4:00 p.m.
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25
28
7:30 a.m.
Government Affairs Committee

 Noon 		29
30
7:30 a.m.
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1

7:30 a.m.
4
5
7:30 a.m.
PAC Board of Directors

11:30 a.m.
SMYPro Steering Committee
6


7
8
7:30 a.m.
Executive Committee
 
Did You Know?
Your Chamber is celebrating the one year anniversary of our move to our new offices this month! If you haven't done so already, please be sure to update your files, and your accounts payable files, with our new address. Thank you!

Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce
3352 Sherman Court, Suite 201
Eagan, MN 55121
Chamber and Henry Sibley High School Match Up To Share Workforce Experiences
 
More than 70 students and 30 professionals met last week for the first-ever Career Workshop at Henry Sibley High School. Students participating in ALMAS, a Latino Student Club were matched with local business owners and community leaders based on their career interests. The intent was to provide students an opportunity to learn first-hand from experts on their career pathways, including the necessary education, experience, and skills.  
MN Secretary of State Office Open Appointments: Applications due March 29
 
The Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State today released the March 2016 notice of vacancies for various state boards, councils and committees that are accepting applications, due March 29, 2016. Minnesotans are encouraged to apply and serve in demonstration of public service. The full list of vacancies is listed below and online.

Additionally, Minnesotans will now be able to find information and updates on new vacancies on Secretary of State Steve Simon's official Facebook and Twitter pages. You can find those here:
Stop By Twin Cities Hiring and Recruiting Event
 
The 16th Annual GET JOBS Job Fair will be held on March 31 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Eagan Civic Arena, 3870 Pilot Know Road in Eagan. Local employers will be recruiting for hundreds of entry level and professional jobs. Click here for more information. 
Local Focus: Find Out What's Happening In Your Community
 
West St. Paul City Council meets March 14 - see the agenda
West St. Paul Economic Development Association meets March 14 - see the agenda
Farmington City Council meets March 14 - see the agenda
Eagan City Council meets March 15 - see the agenda
Rosemount City Council meets March 15 - see the agenda
Rosemount Port Authority meets March 15 - see the agenda
Mendota Heights City Council meets March 15 - see the agenda
Dakota County Commissioners meets March 15 - see the agenda
Business Owner's Roundtable Opportunities Available
 
Do you have interest in joining a Business Owner's Roundtable Group? The group provides an opportunity for small business owners to learn best practices in an interactive problem solving approach. Only one representative per industry is allowed. If you have questions or are interested in potentially participating in this monthly meeting please contact Heather Waterland, 651-288-9200.
Member Spotlight: Network and Connect
 
Kristin Frame
I have been with SEEK Careers/Staffing for 3 years as a Recruiter and recently was promoted to Branch Team Leader of the Eagan office. SEEK just celebrated our 45th anniversary and originated in Grafton, WI. Currently we have 14 branches in WI and 1 in MN. In Eagan, we specialize in placing candidates in Light Industrial, Office/Clerical and Skilled Manufacturing temporary and temporary to hire roles. As an office we have been members of the Chamber for just over a year. At the Chamber, I am involved with the South Metro Young Professionals and the Ambassador Committee. South Metro Young Professionals gives me the opportunity to network, serve the community and develop my professional skills with others locally as well. I also enjoy attending Coffee Breaks so I can connect with other local businesses.  
 
New Members
We welcome the following new members!
 

Brave New Workshop
Ohana Homes & Design
Mortgages Unlimited - Douglas A. Schinkel
A-Key Admin Services, LLC
Klinkhammer Financial


Edina Realty - The Gran Group 
Rebeka Gran
1519 Central Parkway
Eagan, MN 55121
View website here

We are Charles and Rebekah Gran, Realtors with Edina Realty, in Eagan. Edina Realty is a full service real estate company. That means we have a mortgage company, title company, insurance company, relocation company and offer home warranty solutions. Whether you're buying, selling or simply exploring the possibilities of homeownership, you'll want to work with a professional who can provide the most reliable market information and expert advice. We are skilled at networking, pricing and negotiation and would love to help you with your real estate needs.  
   
Watch for more information about these fine companies in upcoming Weekly Updates.
 
Celebrate Business Success
News on what's happening with our members and in the community!
 

Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills & Bauer P.A., a full-service legal firm in Apple Valley, celebrated their 30th anniversary on March 1. Congratulations!

Congratulations to Marco on being named the winner of the 2016 Community Impact Award in the category of Long-Term Achievement presented by Minnesota Business magazine. 

Congratulations to Lifestyle Chiropractic as they celebrate their 7th anniversary under ownership of Dr. Joel Fugleberg. Dr. Joel works with most major insurances providing the Mendota Heights/Eagan and surrounding community with chiropractic care, decompression/traction and massage therapy. 

Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce
3352 Sherman Court, Suite 201
Eagan, MN 55121
651.452.9872