Marilyn Carlson Nelson headlines September Membership Meeting
The Chamber is very pleased to announce its Membership Meeting on September 24 will feature keynote speaker Marilyn Carlson Nelson, chairman of one of the largest privately-held companies in the world.
Under Ms. Nelson's leadership at Carlson Companies, the firm's systemwide sales nearly doubled to $40 billion. She transformed Carlson into a "new model" company and initiated an employee effort that netted more than $200 million in bottom-line process and program improvements.
She is an authority on authentic leadership and is the author of How We Lead Matters: Reflections on a Life of Leadership, an inspiring collection of wisdom about how to build a meaningful legacy one day at a time.
Ms. Nelson has been named one of "America's Best Leaders" by U.S. News & World Report and Forbes magazine has regularly selected her as one of "The World's 100 Most Powerful Women." In 2007, Ethisphere Magazine named her one of the "100 Most Influential People in Business Ethics."
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Shared Services Survey
In 2008, the Chamber completed a survey of of Ramsey County cities, school Districts, county and City of Oakdale to discover how local governments were spending tax dollars. The study highlights best practices and can be used to encourage other municipalities and districts to utilize shared services wherever practical in their communities. Click here to see the findings.
Business After Hours
Serving as the Saint Paul area’s premier business-to-business marketing and networking opportunity, this high-energy after hours business expo is designed for companies of all sizes in all industries. With hundreds of key business community leaders from across the Twin Cities and surrounding communities present, you won’t want to miss this FREE valuable opportunity to build new leads, customers and sales! The invitation is also out for members to jump onboard as sponsors, booth exhibitors and attendees!
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Gubernatorial Candidate Forum
Join the business community on Wednesday, September 8 at St. Joseph's Hospital to hear Minnesota's candidates for governor share their perspectives on health care policy!
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Matt Kramer Named Chamber's New President
The Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce announced that Matt Kramer has been selected as the organization’s next President. Kramer is currently the director of the Office of Business Relations at the University of Minnesota and previously served as chief of staff to Governor Pawlenty. From 2003-06 he served as commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Read
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Market to 1700+ Potential Customers!
Over the next few weeks, members will be contacted by the Chamber to discuss options for advertising in the 2011 Membership Directory. The directory will be distributed to all current members, as well as new members throughout the upcoming year; an audience of over 1,700 companies. Take advantage of this powerful marketing tool to showcase your business in the 2011 Membership Directory!
Chamber Young Professionals (YPro)
Did you know that your Chamber has a Young Professionals group that holds monthly events? Come join us, network, and hear from a variety of speakers on topics from business etiquette, social media, local history or even take in a Saints game with us! If you'd like to be added to the YPro mailing list, please email Brittany Heller, Manager of Events.
"Create a Spot for Business" Campaign Launched to Improve Parking in Downtown
On April 27, 2010 leaders from the Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce, CapitolRiver Council, Visit Saint Paul and Greater Saint Paul Area BOMA, along with Saint Paul City Councilman Dave Thune launched an initiative aimed at making parking easier for downtown patrons, visitors and residents.
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Chamber Referral Program
Any SPACC member who refers a business that joins the Chamber will receive TWO free tickets to a monthly membership meeting (valued at $60)! For more information, email Mindee Kastelic, Director of Member Services or direct at 651.265.2779.
Tiered Dues Investment
The Chamber is now offering members a new way to invest in programs and services that will help your business grow. Here’s how it works: Membership services and benefits are categorized into unique packages; each package is tailored with specific products and services to meet your business needs. Organizations can join the Chamber for about the same cost as the minimum investment under the former system.