february 2009 - Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce

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FEBRUARY 2009
2009 BOARD OF
DIRECTORS
Chamber Perspectives
by Dick Ward
AMBASSADOR
SITINGS
Sharon Olwin,
December Ambassador
of the Month
IN THE NEWS
Make the Most of your
2009 Membership
FEATURED
ARTICLE
J OIN US FOR THE
A NNUAL M EETING - G ENERAL M EMBERSHIP L UNCHEON &
C HARLES D E B ONO V OLUNTEER OF THE Y EAR P RESENTATION
T HURSDAY , F EBRUARY 19 TH
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM AT G RACE C HURCH
The Eden Prairie Chamber’s Annual Meeting is a chance to learn more about the Chamber’s
successes from 2008 and plans for 2009. Join us to hear about our growth of the organization,
program & event success, and our objectives & changes for 2009. You will also hear from each
of our Committee Chairs to learn what our committee opportunities are and which group might
be right for you. If you have not attended our Annual Meeting previously, please make a point
to attend on February 19th.
We will be presenting the prestigious Charles DeBono Award to our outstanding Volunteer
of the Year (see details below).
Grace Church is located at 9301 Eden Prairie Road in Eden Prairie. The cost to attend is $25
for Chamber Members and their guests or $40 for non-Members. RSVPs are required by 2:00
PM on Wednesday, February 18th. Sign up online at epchamber.org or call us to RSVP at
(952) 944-2830.
THIS LUNCHEON IS SPONSORED BY:
ZANE BIRKY, EDWARD JONES INVESTMENTS
By Melissa Krull,
Superintendent of
Eden Prairie Schools
MEMBERSHIP
CORNER
Job Transitioning
2009 Program Details
WOMEN’S NETWORK
MEMBER
RECOGNITION
UPCOMING EVENTS
MEMBER REWARDS
This publication is
produced by:
The Eden Prairie
Chamber of Commerce
1455 Viking Dr. #270
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Ph: 952-944-2830
Fax: 952-944-0229
Website: www.epchamber.org
What is the Charles DeBono Volunteer Appreciation Award?
The Charles DeBono Volunteer Appreciation Award recognizes an individual that has made outstanding contributions to volunteering in the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce and the Community. The Charles DeBono Volunteer Appreciation Award was created in 1998 in memory and honor
of Charles DeBono, a long time Chamber supporter and volunteer who portrayed all of the characteristics of a genuine volunteer. The award is given at the Chamber’s February luncheon to a Chamber Member who exemplifies Charlie’s dedication and support. The criteria for the award to be presented to an Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce Member is that the individual must have exhibited
a strong commitment and dedication to the organization in a volunteer capacity, established staying
power, developed or implemented new programming, served as a role model for volunteerism, and
made a positive impact on the Chamber and/or the Eden Prairie community in his/her volunteer
role.
Past Recipients
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
Mary Jane Wissner
Jeanne Zetah
Dr. Jean L. Harris
Scott Thiss
Mary Anderson
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
Joe Stoebner
Kathleen Watson
Roy Terwilliger
Tim Samuelson
Brian Kelly
Pictured here is the 2008 Recipient, Brian Kelly
posing with his family after accepting his award.
C HAMBER P ERSPECTIVES
The economic events that have occurred in
our country and around the world in the past
year or so have caused most companies in virtually every industry to alter their business
plans which has had an impact on nearly everyone. If one listens only to the news, you won’t
hear or see all the good things that are happening around us. In mid January, your Chamber
hosted the Annual State of the City event at the
Community Center. This event is very unique
in that we have the opportunity to hear presentaDick Ward
‘09 Board Chair
tions from our school Superintendent, our City
Equity Property
Manager and of course from our Chamber
Group
President.
Each of them presented a review of 2008 and then outlined what
they expected in 2009, which included some opportunities as well
as challenges. After listening to this entire presentation it becomes
very obvious that we live and work in a community that is blessed
with leadership that is very passionate about the quality of life in
our community and totally understands what that means to the
health and success of our businesses within our community.
Eden Prairie was well represented at the Minnesota Chamber of
Commerce’s annual Legislative Sessions Priorities dinner at the
RiverCentre in St. Paul. This event is held in conjunction with the
first week of the legislative session and is attended by virtually
every member of the State legislature. Prior to this event the Minnesota Chamber unveils their member priorities for the upcoming
legislative session. For this year the Minnesota Chamber will be
involved in over 50 issues. However, their priority issues for this
year are as follows:
∗ State Budget: Balance the state budget without a general
fund tax increase.
∗ Workforce: Ensure that businesses have an adequate sup-
ply of skilled workers to compete in today’s global economy by advancing reforms in the K-12 education system.
To ensure that taxpayers receive the greatest value for every dollar spent on the state’s
infrastructure system.
∗ Transportation Efficiency:
Climate change legislation should be
addressed on the national and international levels. State
lawmakers should not pass any state or regional cap and
trade policy due to the negative economic impact on businesses and families, and the high probability that a state specific program will not solve or even reduce the problem.
∗ Climate Change:
∗ Nuclear Power: Change the existing state law so nuclear
energy is an option for Generation of additional and necessary base-load power.
We will provide you with periodic updates of each of these issues
as the legislature progresses through their session this year.
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MEMBER PERSPECTIVES…
“There are many ways one can try to grow
their businesses, but having a strong marketing team behind you is a step in the
right direction, especially during these
times. I have found that team in my Eden
Prairie Chamber Membership. Without a
doubt, we wouldn't have had the
strong sales increase in 2008 without the
support and fellowship of the Chamber and
it's members. If you're interested in growing your business, stop in for breakfast any
Wednesday morning and check out our
marketing team! Contact Laura at the
Chamber for details!”
- Bryan Erickson,
Minuteman Press Eden Prairie
"Check Engine Express is a unique type of
auto repair service where we pickup our
customer’s vehicle, do the repair, and deliver the vehicle back to the customer.
Since we're a new business, our biggest
challenge is getting new customers. Our
membership with the Eden Prairie Chamber has proven to be the best investment
our business has ever made! We attend
many of the networking events offered
every month by the Chamber, and our
growing client base is a direct result of our
active participation with the Chamber."
- Ann Sangpan, Check Engine Express
“During an economic downturn the question is always, “How can I maintain my
bottom line”? I work really hard to save
businesses money, but not everyone cares
to hear my message. Since the day I joined
the Chamber I became involved in just
about every event that was offered. I have
had the opportunity not only do business
with direct members, but have also been
introduced to their friends and customers
thus improving my bottom line beyond my
best projections. Beyond the bottom line, I
have met some truly wonderful people that
I would otherwise have never crossed
paths with.”
- Travis Kuske, Heartland Payment Systems
Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce • 11455 Viking Dr. #270, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Ph: 952-944-2830 • Fax: 952-944-0229 • Website: www.epchamber.org
A MBASSADORS & N EW M EMBER S ITE V ISITS
The Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors
serve as good will representatives in the EP business
community. They learn about member businesses & their
needs, and encourage membership retention through
communication of Chamber benefits. Ambassadors are
often the first & most and consistent contact for new
members. Look below to see what our Ambassadors have
been up to lately with our newest members!
Corporate Fitness &
Wellness LLC
(952) 513-2131
corpfitwell.com
CONGRATS SHARON OLWIN!
December Ambassador of the Month
When Shari (pictured
here with 2009 Ambassador
Co-Chairs Glenn Schwartz
and Adam Weinblatt),
started Business Support
Center in August of 1996,
one of her first decisions
was to join the Eden Prairie
Chamber. She became involved in the Ambassadors
soon after joining and has loved watching the Chamber
expand their programs and grow in Membership. Shari
is convinced the reason for the Eden Prairie Chamber's
success is they are known for their welcoming, supportive and fun members and staff!
Business Support Center provides administrative
support to individuals and businesses in need of assistance on an as needed/hourly basis. Their goal is to
help free up more time for their clients to spend focusing on revenue generating and profitable activities.
Some of the services offered by Business Support Center include word processing, mail merge, mailing labels, newsletters, holiday cards, data entry and database maintenance, assistance with conferences and
events, as well as other business support and administrative services.
THANKS TO THE AMBASSADORS
WHO ATTENDED THESE SITE VISITS!
Koska Travel Services
(952) 947-9266
koskatravel.com
Swingtown Marketing Group
(612) 850-9931
swingtownmarketing.com
Brett Brakemeier,
Integra Telecom
Tracy Monaco,
Brunswick Zone
Dr. Adrienne Castrovinci,
Healthy Living Chiropractic
Sharon Olwin,
Business Support Center
Deb Claus,
Bloomington Carpet One
Cyrea Pechtel,
Aurora Jewelers
Marilyn Coulter,
Bremer Bank
Glenn Schwartz,
Attorney at Law
Carrie Dolinar,
Pro Staff
Todd Warner,
Phoenix Technology Solutions
Jo Freese,
CruiseOne
Kathleen Watson,
Client Connections
Bruce Harries,
Creative Graphics
Jeana Watts,
Storganize
Travis Kuske,
Heartland Payment Systems
Adam Weinblatt,
Liberty Mutual
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MAKE
THE
MOST
OF
2009!
A GUIDE TO THE LATEST & GREATEST CHAMBER OPPORTUNITIES
By Chamber President, Pat MulQueeny
The staff of the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce hopes you had a wonderful holiday season and
we want to wish you a successful New Year! 2009 is a special year – the Chamber turns 40! We
have some new programs we are starting and will be working on an event to help us commemorate
our 40th year. Here are some special dates for you to get on your calendar now:
Thursday, February 19th – Join us for our Annual Meeting Luncheon where we recap the Chamber’s successes from
2008, outline our programs for 2009, hear from our committee chairs on what their committees have planned, and recognize our Volunteer of the Year with our Charles DeBono Award.
Saturday, March 21st – Celebrate the start of Spring by attending the Chamber’s
Home, Landscape and Garden Everything Spring Expo. The Expo is held at Grace
Church from 9:00 – 3:00 and is free to attend.
Monday, July 13th – Don’t miss the Chamber’s Annual Golf Tournament held at
Bearpath Golf and Country Club. This annual event will sell out and we don’t want
anyone left out.
Other programs and opportunities for 2009 include our Leadership Eden Prairie Program, Human Resource Roundtable, Small Business Brown Bag lunch series and a Coupon Book Advertising Offer.
One question that is frequently asked by businesses that are joining as a new member is, “What do I get
for my money”? Here is just a sample of what our members get:
Networking
In 2008, the Chamber held 125 programs and events that attracted over 5,000 attendees. We have programs in the
morning, over lunch and afternoon/evening to accommodate anyone’s schedule. In addition, we had 122 businesses
join as members in 2008 – building even more opportunities for networking. If you, key employees or your sales person hasn’t been involved, then 2009 should be your year to utilize these opportunities to help your business succeed and
grow.
Public Policy
The Chamber has a very strong government affairs program. Our Government Committee works on issues relating to
our member businesses including transportation – both state, regional and local, Flying Cloud Airport expansion, Hennepin County Light Rail, wayfinding and street signage in Eden Prairie, streetscaping issues, and issues facing our local
city and school district. In addition, we have worked hard to have very positive working relationships with our elected
officials and many of them attend our programs – giving you the opportunity to discuss items with them directly.
Community Building
Many of you already know we were the first Chamber in the nation to have a Student Membership Program (many others have now duplicated our program). The Chamber looks for opportunities to help build a stronger community in the
future. From our efforts and partnerships with area schools, the city, and other community organizations, we look to
help our businesses get involved and be a part of new and exciting ways to impact our community. We provide awards
and scholarships recognizing excellence – to date we have given out almost $60,000 in scholarships to area students. In
addition, we are looking beyond our borders for these opportunities and this year we are providing the opportunity for
local leaders and residents to go to China as part of our Familiarization and Trade trip in March.
Other items the Chamber provides are marketing and advertising for your business, website promotion, Certificate of
Origin Stamp (free of charge for members—for shipping products overseas), and much more. We know that in times
of uncertainty, businesses look for help in marketing their products and services, opportunities to network with other
business people and more advocacy support at the local and state levels. The Chamber can help you with all of these
and more. Please call us if you have any questions at 952-944-2830. We look forward to another great year!!
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F EATURED ARTICLE
OUR COLLECTIVE FUTURE
BY MELISSA KRULL, PH.D., SUPERINTENDENT OF EDEN PRAIRIE SCHOOLS
It’s a new day in Eden Prairie Schools. As you know, the public schools in this community have an
outstanding reputation and long history of excellence. But, like many businesses, we are having to
navigate the challenging waters of change to ensure that we remain a premier school district in the
state and in the country long into the future.
We are taking a close look at the students coming through our doors and their changing needs. At
our schools, for example, just in the last five years, the number of students who come from lowincome households has increased more than 40 percent and the number of students of color has increased by more than 70 percent. In addition, we currently serve over 400 students for whom English
is not their first language.
Knowing this, it is our responsibility and moral imperative to vigorously work toward our districtwide goal of ensuring the high academic achievement of ALL learners. We know that we excel at meeting the needs of most
students, but we are striving to meet the needs of ALL— regardless of their race, home language, or family income level.
We aggressively embrace the notion that every child deserves to reach his/her full potential.
We could choose to rest on our awards and accomplishments: the fact that 13 of our students have been named National
Merit Scholar Semi-Finalists (one of the highest academic honors possible). In addition, we have 23 Commended students,
157 AP and National AP Scholars, and our ACT scores are among the top in the country. But we must recognize that, as
with most other school districts in this country, we are able to predict varied academic achievement of our students based on
zip-code, linguistic, economic, and racial differences and disparities. Committing to the “status quo” in light of these
achievement disparities is not acceptable. No exceptions…no excuses.
And, also like many businesses, we are going to have to make the necessary changes while reducing our budget. Proactive financial planning has enabled us to balance our budget for the last five years without having to ask voters to approve
additional funding. However, with the state’s significant deficit, we cannot expect to receive any increase in funding for the
next two years. We are considering running a referendum next November, while at the same time reducing our budget even
further, in order to cover an estimated $10 million shortfall in 2010.
Like many of you, Eden Prairie Schools has challenges ahead, but what has helped make us strong in the
past, will continue to make a difference in the lives of
students as we embark on this time of change—
unwavering community support. We thank you for all
that you do to support our work and look forward to
continuing to exceed your expectations.
Nominate the 2009
Golden Apple Recipients!
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See the inserts in this newsletter to
nominate someone for the
following Golden Apple Awards:
1.
2.
Outstanding Contributions by a
Business to the Quality of Education
Outstanding Project Award
Individual Achievement/Service Award
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HUMAN RESOURCES ROUNDTABLE
KICKS OFF ON FEBRUARY 4TH
The Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce is pleased to
announce one of our newest programs – our HR Roundtable. The HR Roundtable will provide a forum for HR
Professionals and business leaders to discuss best practices
in human resource management, discuss HR issues and
assist members in finding solutions to HR management
concerns in employment, compensation, benefits, training,
development and HR Law. Participants will need to have
human resources as part of their responsibilities. Our goal
is to build a peer group that will help local human resource
professionals to share best practices and learn from one
another.
The HR Roundtable will meet 9 times
a year and rotate to member’s offices.
The first HR Roundtable is being
held at GE Fleet Services on February 4th from 7:30 - 9:00 AM. The
speaker is Lynnette Heath, Vice
President, HR, GE Capital Solution
(pictured left).
Lynnette will be discussing how to retain employees in
difficult times, employee engagement, the 5 GE focus
areas, and the GE communication model. GE Fleet Services is located at Three Capital Drive in Eden Prairie.
The cost to attend is $20 for Chamber Members & their
guests or $35 for Non-Members (see below for annual
pricing). This price includes breakfast. You must RSVP
by contacting Pat MulQueeny at (952) 944-2830.
To participate in the full year, the cost will be $150 for
Chamber Members and $250 for non-members (your $20
fee for this session can be applied to the full year amount).
Get up to speed on our
NEW PROGRAMS FOR 2009!
Brown Bag Lunch Series
for small businesses
These monthly programs begin Thursday,
February 5th at 11:30 at the Chamber Office. Join
us for a presentation by Martha Capps on “Marketing &
Promoting Your Business in a Changing Economy.”
Martha (pictured right), principal of
Capps Marketing, will present ideas to
get you thinking and moving on how to
best market your business in today’s
economic times.
She will provide
strategies for focusing your marketing
efforts, a perspective to help you find the up-side in
down times and motivation for you to take a fresh look
at your business model.
Speed Networking BINGO
The Chamber is excited to provide this
unique networking opportunity! Speed
networking BINGO is designed for those
whose business success depends on
word-of-mouth referrals & marketing.
Structured and fast paced, Speed networking allows participants to interact with other professionals one-on-one,
for a set period of time. Join us Wednesday, February 25th from 7:30 - 9:00 AM at Sofitel Minneapolis.
B I N G O
Please RSVP for ALL programs by 2PM the day
prior to the event. Sign up online at
epchamber.org or call us at (952) 944-2830.
ATTENTION NEW OR PROSPECTIVE CHAMBER MEMBERS
Don’t miss Chamber 101 on Friday, February 20th!
We will be hosting our New & Prospective Membership Orientation Program, “Chamber 101”at the Eden Prairie
Chamber Office from 7:30 - 8:30 AM on Friday, February 20th. This presentation includes an overview of the
Chamber’s services, committees, events, advertising and sponsorship options, as well as additional value-added programs available for Chamber Members. You will also have the chance to network with current Members and hear their
experiences with programs, committees and events. As a new or prospective Chamber Member, please plan on attending this FREE session. RSVP on the website or call Alli Hicks. A special thanks to D. Brian’s Deli & Catering for
providing a continental breakfast & coffee!
If you have questions or would like to RSVP,
contact Alli Hicks at [email protected] or (952) 944-2830
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M EMBERSHIP C ORNER
DO YOU HAVE A POSITION THAT NEEDS TO BE FILLED?
ARE YOU IN THE MIDST OF A JOB TRANSITION?
WE CAN HELP!
Post your jobs at epchamber.org!
The Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce wants to help you find your next new
employee! To post your open position on epchamber.org, simply send the job
details to [email protected].
Use a Chamber Staffing Firm to hire your next employee!
Aerotek Inc. (952) 853-9899
Ambrion (952) 278-1807
CHOICE, Inc. (952) 474-9510
Express Employment Professionals (952) 915-2000
M & A Executive Search (952) 545-6980
Pro Staff (952) 975-0106
Robert Half Intl./Accountemps (952) 831-5970
Valley Staffing Group (952) 445-1180
Vicki Brown—Ajilon (952) 882-9376
Volt Services Group (952) 943-8337
In transition? Visit one of these groups that meet weekly or monthly to
assist you in your job transition:
Grace Church: “CrossRoads Career Network”
Meets the first Thursday of every month at 7:30 AM. They meet in room
M209 at Grace Church, 9301 Eden Prairie Road, Eden Prairie. They have topical talks relevant to job searches and also offer small groups and a time of networking. Phone: (952) 926-1884
Wooddale Church: “Job Transition Group”
Meets Mondays at 7:15 AM. They meet in the Great Room at Wooddale
Church, 6630 Shady Oak Road, Eden Prairie. Phone: (952)-944-6300
St. Andrew Lutheran Church: “Job Transition”
Meets Wednesdays, 11:30 to 1:00. They meet in the Fellowship Hall at St.
Andrew Lutheran Church, 13600 Technology Dr. The group is lead by senior
pastor Rod Anderson. For more information visit: www.standrewlu.org and
click on “Job Transition.” Phone: (952) 937-2776
SAVE THE
DATE!
Saturday,
March 21st
9AM - 3PM
Exhibitor spots are still
available—call the
Chamber at (952) 944-2830.
Business@Breakfast
Our very popular weekly networking
group, Business@Breakfast has seen
huge numbers the past few months. ALL
members are welcome to join this hourlong meeting that takes place every
Wednesday from 7:30 - 8:30 AM at The
Colony in Eden Prairie (except 2/25).
At B@B each attendee is given the
opportunity to share a one minute commercial about their business. We then
hear from a weekly featured business for
a 10 minute presentation. Bring plenty
of business cards & be ready for some
great networking!
“I've met and come to know
many professional people at
Business@Breakfast that I
would've never otherwise
been exposed to. By seeing
them regularly I've gotten
comfortable enough with
them to refer my clients
when appropriate and,
they've done the same with
me. What a great venue to
do networking and still get
to the office before 9 AM!”
Zane Birky,
Edward Jones Investments
The cost to attend B@B is $10 for
Chamber Members & their guests or $15
for Non-Members. This cost includes
breakfast from D.Brian’s Deli & Catering. RSVPs are required for every
B@B.
Please visit us online at
www.epchamber.org to RSVP or call us
at (952) 944-2830. Walk-ins will be
billed an additional $5 so get signed up
today! Please note the Feb. 25th B@B is
replaced by Speed Networking BINGO.
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W OMEN’ S NETWORKING
2nd Annual Women’s Network
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12200 Singletree Lane, Eden Prairie
$20/Members & their guests
$35/Non-Members
Lunch will be served by the fabulous Chef at
Brunswick. Please RSVP by 2PM on Feb. 11th. Sign-up
online at epchamber.org or call us at (952) 944-2830.
2009 Women’s Network
6 Month Calendar!
Thursday,
January 15th
“Altar Boyz”
at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
Great food, great fun and
great friends turned out at this event!
(see picture on this page)
Sponsored by Deb Claus,
Bloomington Carpet One
Celebrate Non-Profit Organizations on
Thursday, April 9th
Presentation by:
Tani Austin,
Starkey Hearing
Foundation
Location: Hilton Garden Inn
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Cost $20/Members & Guests
$35/Non-Members
Above:
The ladies (and men!)
who attended this
year’s Chanhassen
Dinner Theatres Event
posed with the cast of
“Altar Boyz”!
Thursday, February 12th
Valentine Vixens
at Brunswick Zone
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Pampering provided by:
Aurora Jewelers
GiVan’s Salon
Party Bags to Go
Leather Renditions
Favorable Treats
Thursday, March 12th
“Women in Business”
Presenter is TBA
Location: Oak Ridge Hotel in Chaska
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Cost $20/Members & Guests
$35/Non-Members
MORE INFO TO COME SOON!
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Thursday, May 14th
High Tea
At the Minnesota
Landscape Arboretum
Sponsored by:
Cindy Daniels, Inspiring Insight
Thursday, June 11th
2nd Annual
BayView Boat Cruise!
4:00 - 7:00 PM
Take off from BayView Event Center
in Excelsior and sail the
beautiful Lake Minnetonka
Above/Right:
Participants from
last year’s
Valentine Vixen
event enjoy their
free pampering!
MEMBER R ECOGNITION
2 009 ANNUAL &
G ENERAL M EMBERSHIP
L UNCHEON
S PONSORS TO D ATE
The Chamber is excited to have such a
great lineup of Annual & Luncheon
Sponsors already this year. For
information on sponsorships, please
contact us at (952) 944-2830.
MAIN
$17,000
TDS Metrocom
SILVER
$4,100
Thomsen Reuters
BRONZE
$2,100
Right:
Beacon Bank
President, David
Krause and Beacon
employee Katie
McGinn were on hand
at the December
Membership
Luncheon as one of
our main sponsors.
Left:
A few of our
Emerging
Leaders
Members at
their holiday
party at
Brunswick
Zone!
Beacon Bank
Zane Birky, Edward
Jones Investments
Xcel Energy
LUNCHEON
$500
Hennepin County Service
Centers Division
MEET OUR NEWEST MEMBERS!
Chevy offers more models than anyone
with an EPA est. 30 MPG or better.
EmbroidMe
16368 Wagner Way
(952) 906-2894
Jessica Rosenthal
PROMOTION PRODUCTS
Eric R. Nelson, CPA MBT
7336 Moonlight Lane
(952) 934-2296
ACCOUNTANTS & TAX
PREPARATION
Allan Giese
952-947-5470
Special Perks for Chamber Members - Call Allan for Details!
Suburban Chevrolet
12475 Plaza Drive - Eden Prairie, MN 55344
www.suburbanchev.com
Jason’s Deli Opening Soon!
11995 Singletree Lane #120
Chris Peterson
RESTAURANTS/DELIS
Mika Therapy
11985 Technology Drive
(952) 288-5328
Mike Gates
HEALTH & WELLNESS
REV Solutions, Inc.
10400 Viking Blvd.
(952) 746-6005
Chad Simich
CONSULTANTS/
BUSINESS CONSULTING
Sovereign Wealth
Solutions, Inc.
574 Prairie Center Dr.
(612) 251-3405
Mathew Coyle
(612) 251-3405
The Park at City West
6426 City West Parkway
(952) 922-1000
Jhamel Wallace
APARTMENTS/
TOWNHOMES
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F EBRUARY 2 009 C ALENDAR
Mark your calendar now for the upcoming events. For more detailed event information or to RSVP (including
Member and non-Member prices), please visit us online at www.epchamber.org or call us at (952) 944-2830.
Monday
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Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
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4:30 - 5:30 PM
7:30 - 8:30 AM
Ambassador Committee
Meeting at Timber Lodge
Business@Breakfast at The Colony
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Brown Bag Lunch at the Chamber
Office (for small businesses)
Friday
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7:30 - 9:00
HR Roundtable at GE Fleet Services 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Membership Growth Committee
at the Chamber Office
4:30 - 6:00 PM
AFTER HOURS at
Q’doba Mexican Grill
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11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Card Check Seminar
at Bearpath Golf &
Country Club
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
7:30 - 8:30 AM
NOONTIME
NETWORKING at
Higher Power Training, Inc.
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DUE: Print Ads and
press releases for the
March Newsletter
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7:30 - 9:00 AM
7:30 - 8:30 AM
Government Committee
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Emerging Leaders at
Rasmussen College
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DUE: Inserts for
the March
Newsletter
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M EMBER R EWARDS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
BARTON C. GERNANDER NAMED PARTNER AT
HELLMUTH & JOHNSON PLLC
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – (JANUARY 15, 2006) – The Eden
Prairie law firm of Hellmuth & Johnson, PLLC is pleased to
announce that the Board of Governors has named Barton C.
Gernander a partner.
A member of the firm's Litigation and Employment Law
Practice Groups, Bart primarily represents clients in banking,
construction, real estate, entertainment, and others involved in
standard and complex litigation in both state and federal
courts. He serves on the Minnesota State Bar Association Court
Rules and Administration Committee, the Hennepin County Bar
Association's Fourth District Ethics Committee, and is also a
member of the Minnesota State Bar Association ad hoc Committee on Pretrial Litigation Forms.
In 2006, he was named to the Minnesota Law & Politics
"Rising Star" list, representing the top 2.5% of young attorneys
in the state. Bart obtained his J.D. from the University of Minnesota Law School and earned a B.A. in Philosophy, graduating
with Honors from the University of Pennsylvania.
"Bart has demonstrated legal talent and devoted client service,"
says Chad A. Johnson, Managing Partner. "We are delighted to
recognize his contributions and look forward to his continued
success in serving the clients of this firm."
About Hellmuth & Johnson, PLLC
The Hellmuth & Johnson team is committed to achieving our
clients' objectives while consistently exceeding their expectations in each and every aspect of the services we provide. We
deliver sophisticated counsel and legal services to all our clients,
who consistently rely on our experience, creativity and practicality. The combination of our passion for excellence, and the inherent flexibility and efficiency of our expanding practice,
makes us a contemporary and cost-effective alternative to the
traditional "downtown" law firm model. Hellmuth & Johnson is
located in Eden Prairie, MN. For more information, visit
www.hjlawfirm.com or call (952) 941-4005.
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THE ELEVENTH ANNUAL SUBWAY® BEDRACE FOR BRIDGING, presented by Cities 97 will take off at Buck Hill Saturday, March 7, 2009. Teams of four are invited to race down the tubing hill atop queen-sized mattresses. One hundred percent
of registration fees and fundraising efforts benefit Bridging.
Cost per team: $120—Register your team in advance at www.subwaybedrace.org. Day of race registration is $170 per
team. Must be 18-years-old or older to participate in the bedrace. All racers are guaranteed a minimum of two races
down the hill. For more information visit the event website or call 952.278.3112.
Come for the race, stay for the Cities 97 Post-Race Concert. Prizes will be awarded for the highest pledges in Bucks for
Bridging, the Cities 97 Costume Contest and of course, the SUBWAY® BEDRACE FOR BRIDGING. Take the free shuttle
from the southeast parking lot at Burnsville Center to Buck Hill. Shuttle service begins at 4:30pm and runs throughout the evening. Visit www.subwaybedrace.org for maps and directions.
This event is made possible by the generosity of sponsors including: SUBWAY® Restaurants, CITIES 97, KARE 11 TV,
and Buck Hill Ski Area, Northwestern Mutual Financial, The Columns Resource Group, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, Rasmussen College, Lowry Hill, Donaldson Company, Sam’s Club.
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