As September continues to roll along faster than ever, summer activities draw to a close, and kids are back in school, it's almost a relief to get back into the routine of work (or so we'll tell ourselves, right?) Even if you're still stuck in the heat and sun of summer, there's no denying that autumn is making her grand entrance a little more each day. Let's make the most of it and continue to do great work in Central Minnesota and far beyond! 

Join the Government Affairs Division for a Candidate Meet & Greet at the Park Event Center on September 21. All candidates from House 13A, 13B, 14A and 14B, and Senate 13 & 14 have been invited to attend.

Save the Date for Star Celebration on Tuesday, October 4th! This evening of fun and entertainment is devoted to honoring the amazing work of St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce volunteers.

Here are a few more important dates to put on your calendar, but don't forget to check out our full events calendar for even more.

With the goal of keeping members informed and up to date, these news bites feature local, regional and national news items that relate to the business community in Central Minnesota. 

 

LOCAL

• REMINDER: Attend a St. Cloud Downtown Informational Session on September 20th at 4pm at the Paramount to learn more about the new St. Cloud Downtown Alliance. Register Here
• The Greater St. Cloud Development Corp and the Initiative Foundation have released their findings from a Minority Business Enterprise Needs Assessment, learn more.
• St. Cloud State University economists King Banaian and Mana Komai-Molle have released the St. Cloud Area Quarterly Business Report. View the Report

STATE & NATIONAL

• Join MPR's Kerri Miller with the Rural Voices series at Krewe Restaurant in St. Joseph on September 20th for a session on Launching a Business in Greater Minnesota, register here.
• Election Day is November 8th. Not going to be around? Request you absentee ballot now.
• The Minnesota Chamber released their Quarterly Economic Snapshot in partnership with Grow Minnesota! and the Minnesota Chamber Foundation. Check it out 
• Hiring? Don't miss out on this work opportunity tax credit. Learn More

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A big welcome to these new members that joined the Chamber in August, 2022! We are excited to have you onboard.

New Leaders

Welcome to all of the new Chairs and Vice Chairs of Chamber committees! We hope it's a great year for you, and can't wait to see everything you accomplish!

Chamber Board of Directors

Chair: Kevin Johnson

Vice Chair: Tanja Goering

Waite Park Chamber

Chair: Jeremy Salzbrun

Vice Chair: Kelly Doss

Membership & Workforce Development 

Chair: Donna Roerick

Vice Chair: Patrick Hollerman

Chamber Open Committee

Co-Chair: Shelby Hedtke

Co-Chair: Brittany Goebel

Star Celebration Committee

Chair: Jason Miller

Marketing Committee

Chair: Rachael Sogge

Connectors Committee

Chair: Debbie Clausen

Vice Chair: Ashley Green

NEXT Emerging Leaders

Chair: Tommy Traeger

Vice Chair: Allison Baatz

Business Development Council

Chair: Troy Lenarz

Vice Chair: Doug Cook

Sauk Rapids Executive Committee

Chair: Sarah Forystek

Vice Chair: Brandon Voit

Chamber Connection Location Committee

Chair: Mike Brower

Vice Chair: Michelle Henderson

Government Affairs Division

Chair: Jason Bernick

Vice Chair: Steve Gottwalt

Top Hat Ambassadors

Chair: Kristin Hannon

Vice Chair: Brady DeGagne

Leadership Program Committee

Chair: Jason Primus

Vice Chair: Sarah Putnam

Farm Show Planning Committee

Co-Chair: Cindy Battleson

Co-Chair: Frank Imholte

We are starting ad placement sales for our annual publication, the 2023 Regional Profile & Membership Directory. All ad sizes sold include ad creation if needed. 

 

We are partnering again with your fellow Chamber Member, Arvig Media, for sales, publication creation, and distribution.

 

Experience the benefits of advertising in the publication:

• 1,200 + full-color spiral-bound publications produced and 2,000+ magazine style Regional Profile publications.
• Distribution: We will deliver one copy to every St. Cloud Area Chamber member and one copy to selected area businesses that are not current Chamber members. Additional copies are racked in high-traffic areas and available at the Chamber office.
• Features information about local schools, education, tourism, and community activities, as well as a complete roster of the St Cloud Area Chamber membership.

For questions or to reserve your spot in this book, contact:

Eric Hanson | Arvig Media

320-493-4364  

eric.hanson@arvigmedia.com