Does anyone feel like it was just August and then we blinked and it's suddenly the middle of September? Same. Somehow amidst the flurry of back to school, summer's ending, and jam-packed schedules, autumn has snuck up on us.

 

Between after school activities, work engagements, and a social life, we know you're busy! That's why the Chamber has so many different options for getting engaged. Do you do best with lunch meetings? Attend a Lunchtime Learning, NEXT, Waite Park Chamber or Sauk Rapids Chamber meeting. Does after hours work best for you? Check out a Business After Hours or a New Member Mixer. Are you one of those "morning people?" Chamber Connection or Government Affairs meetings are made for you. Or maybe you'd rather fill your weekends. The Downtown Alliance and Visit Greater St. Cloud have a ton of great things going on to keep you busy.

 

No matter your schedule, the Chamber has something that can fit your needs. New to the Chamber and still figuring it out? Talk to a Chamber Connector or attend a Membership Maximizer to learn more. Longtime member looking for your fit? The Top Hat Ambassadors are here to be your resource for connecting to the opportunities that fit your needs. When in doubt, give us a call at 320-656-3800, we are more than happy to help!

Star Celebration is the Chamber's annual meeting, held on October 3rd this year. Come celebrate your volunteer leaders and enjoy an evening of fun - get your tickets now!

If you are a new Chamber member,  representative, or just want to learn more about your membership, you are invited to attend the Membership Maximizer on October 5th!

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 you 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

Don't miss the next QBR. The St. Cloud Area Quarterly Business Report presents a quarterly analysis of economic and business conditions in the St. Cloud MN region. Register to attend

 

Developments highlights in St. Cloud. Half-way through the year, the City of St. Cloud has a number of exciting development projects underway. The city has a dashboard to keep track of all the projects. View the dashboard

 

STATE & NATIONAL

US Economy Update: US payrolls rise by more than forecast while wage growth cools. Learn more

 

September is Workforce Development Month. Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan celebrated Workforce Development Month by highlighting efforts to connect Minnesotans to high-growth, high-demand jobs through job training and workforce development programs. Learn more

 

Are you prepared for disaster? The MN Chamber has a disaster help desk to make sure your small business is prepared for any disasters that come your way. Learn more

 

The results are in. The Federal Reserve Business Conditions Survey - which some of you may have responded to - results are in. View the results

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A warm welcome to all of these members who joined the Chamber in August of 2023. We are so happy you're here!

Find out what is happening. Attend the Star Celebration on October 3rd hear a surprise announcement from the Chamber's Marketing Committee.

Would your organization like to make a lasting impact on the education and the future of a local student? You can establish a scholarship in the name of your company through the St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce. You set the parameters, you make the rules, and you can even present the scholarship to the recipient(s). 

Want to learn more? Contact Shelly at the Chamber with any questions. 

With September comes the beginning of another fiscal year, and another changing of leadership within the Chamber's committees. Former chairs move on to their next opportunity, vice chairs step into leadership roles, and new vice chairs begin to learn the leadership ropes. Welcome to all of our new volunteer leaders, we are so lucky to have you, and we know you will have a great year!

St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce

1411 West Saint Germain Street, ste. 101

St. Cloud, Minnesota, 56301

 

320-251-2940

StCloudAreaChamber.com