"The price of success is hard work, dedication to the job at hand, and the determination that whether we win or lose, we have applied the best of ourselves to the task at hand."

 - Vince Lombardi

 

Like athletes practicing for the big game, business success relies heavily on putting in the time and effort to be the best you can be. The good news is, by being a member of the St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce, you've already taken an important step towards the goal line! Being a member of the Chamber means you have a team to rely on, a network to help you grow, and a whole lot of cheerleaders backing you up. 

 

Need a little conditioning? Reach out to any of us at the Chamber, and we will get you connected with the support and resources you need to win. We're on your team!

Enjoy a relaxed evening with Minnesota’s legislative delegation at the St. Cloud Area Chamber’s annual St. Cloud Area Evening at the Capital reception in St. Paul on February 8th from 5pm - 7pm.

Business After Hours this month is hosted by BadCat Digital Marketing on Thursday, February 9. Come enjoy some food, drinks, and great networking from 4:30pm to 6:30pm.

*Pre-internet attire is encouraged for this one!

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

Midwest Economic Outlook Summit: The Midwest Economic Outlook Summit on February 8 will bring together several chambers of commerce, industry leaders, policymakers and economic experts from across the Upper Midwest to take part in a holistic, timely and critical discussion. Register now and use code St. Cloud Chamber

 

Post your openings: Did you know that the Chamber has a job board? Post your open positions by logging in to your Chamber account, or view open positions here.

 

10th Annual Diversity Conference: Save the date! This conference is for professionals who are interested in improving the experience for their customers, patients and clients; and growing a diverse and inclusive workplace. Learn more

 

REMINDER: If you are a St. Cloud Area Chamber member with 10 employees or less, you qualify for a complimentary Minnesota Chamber membership. Learn more

 

STATE & NATIONAL

 

recession with a small r: Most business owners and economists agree that a recession is coming - but just how bad will it be? Learn more

 

Budget revealed: Governor Walz revealed a budget with $65.2 billion in expenditures and $8 billion in tax cuts. Learn more here.

 

Start-ups wanted: FastLane94 is part of Launch Minnesota, a statewide initiative to accelerate the growth of startups and further strengthen Minnesota as a leader in innovation. Learn more

 

MnDEED Economic Trends: The latest quarterly issue of Minnesota Economic Trends has been released with details on employment programs, recession indicator, wage distribution, inflation, and more. View here

Thank you to all of these Chamber members who celebrated milestone anniversaries of Chamber membership in December, 2022. We are so grateful for your continued support!

Business Showcase

St. Cloud Area Business Showcase features a variety of Chamber member businesses all under one roof. The event is open to Chamber members and the public. Enjoy great food samples, a cash bar, fun exhibitor games, door prizes, and Top Hat Ambassador greeting services! 

Location:

River’s Edge Convention Center

Date & Time:

April 4, 2023 from 4:30-7:00pm

Exhibitor Booths

There are over 60 exhibitor booths available with 10 non-member booths available. Register now to get your business in front of hundreds of potential customers! 

Sponsorship

There are several sponsor levels to choose from that provide additional promotional opportunities for your business. Learn more and get signed up!

Businesses today face a multitude of challenges. To help understand these challenges, we have partnered with the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis on a survey of businesses across MN, MT, ND, SD, WI, and MI. 

 

Please take this 7-minute survey to help the Minneapolis Fed better understand the impact that the economy is having on your business. Survey must be completed by February 3rd to have your voice heard.

St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce

1411 West Saint Germain Street, ste. 101

St. Cloud, Minnesota, 56301

 

320-251-2940

StCloudAreaChamber.com