Midway Chamber of Commerce May 15, 2018
Your weekly news, event information & updates
May Monthly Membership Meeting
Deb Loch & Jill Pavlak of Urban Growler
May 16- TOMORROW
11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m.
MN State Fairgrounds
Cost: $35 members, $50 non-members
Why did Deb Loch and Jill Pavlak decide to open the first women-owned brewery in Minnesota? Hear their story of why they left successful, steady careers to open
Urban Growler in the Midway in 2014. 


A $10 fee will be added to registrations within
24 hours of the event.


Promotional Sponsor:
Economic Development Meeting
May 22, 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Learn firsthand how the city of Minneapolis worked with planners to streamline development in the shadow of US Bank Stadium.

Chuck Lutz , from the City of Minneapolis, will share what was learned through their process.

Location:
American Engineering Testing, Inc. 
550 Cleveland Avenue North
St. Paul, MN 55114

Event is free to attend.
Lunch provided by Cushman Wakefield.

Ribbon Cutting & Open House: AmplifyDMC

Join the Midway Chamber in welcoming AmplifyDMC to their new space. AmplifyDMC, a firm specializing in development, marketing and communications, has moved into a new space at 1375 St. Anthony Ave. Learn more about our new members  here .

Snacks & beverages will be provided.

Wednesday, May 23
4-7 p.m.
1375 St. Anthony Ave. Suite 201
Saint Paul, MN 55104      

Business Owner Survey
If you own a business, have you thought about what happens when you retire? What will you do, and what is the succession plan at the office? What are your views on retirement? A research study is being conducted on this topic to better understand the preparedness of business owners and the views on retirement. Click here to take the short survey.



Midway on the Fairway is
SOLD OUT! But join us for lunch.
June 1, 12:30
Join us for lunch! Catch up with the golfers and other attendees.

Lunch on the Line
Colossal Cafe & Knoke's
June 7, Noon-1 p.m.
Join us as we celebrate and support our local businesses impacted by construction.

This summer, Como Avenue in Saint Anthony Park will be under repair, so the Chamber will have Lunch on the Line along Como in June, July and August.  Click here  to learn more about the project.

 After lunch at Colossal's Como Ave location, we'll walk over to Knoke's for a chocolate or ice cream.

Lunch on the Line is a monthly gathering at a local restaurant. Support our businesses and socialize with other Chamber members.

Lease space from the Midway Chamber!
Join us at the Midway Chamber! Two of our offices are available for sublease.
Amenities include:
  • Structured/Covered Parking,one space included
  • Adjacent to Green Line & Numerous Bus Routes, including A Line Rapid Transit
  • Conference Center for 50 as well as in office Conference Room for 12
  • Secure Heated Bike Storage
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
  • Internet, Copier & all Office Furniture Provided
  • On site Storage Room
  • Fitness Center
  • Conveniently located on the Corner of Snelling and University Avenues in
Spruce Tree Center

Contact [email protected] to learn more.
Use the Midway Chamber office!
Need to meet someone in the Midway, but don't have an office? Think of us as your second office & it's free to you as a member!
Utilize the Midway Chamber space!
Email [email protected] for details.
Become an Ambassador!
As the public relations arm of the Midway Chamber of Commerce, Ambassadors are often the first contact for new and prospective members & encouraged to select the most effective activities to meet their personal and professional objectives. All of the activities can be conveniently worked into your schedule.

Ambassador Activities Include:
  • Attending Ribbon Cuttings for new organizations
  • Greeting & registration help at Monthly Luncheons
  • Delivering membership packets to members
Ambassador Benefits:   
As an Ambassador, you have extensive opportunities to network and get your name out to new and existing members. The following is only a sampling of the ways this is done:
  • Recognition on the Midway Chamber's website.
  • Marketing to members by including your business cards or brochures in the membership packets 
  • Opportunity to be the initial point of contact for new and prospective members at luncheons & events

Want to learn more? I'd love to chat. Contact Beth at [email protected]   or call the office at 651-646-2636.
Leadership Summit June 13- Registration Open!

Join the Midway Chamber & Augsburg University on Wed. June 13 from 8:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. Lunchtime keynote is
Dr. MayKao Hang, Wilder Foundation, with two morning sessions to choose from.

Session 1 :  Explore how you process information
Session 2: Are you paying it forward to the next generation?


W ednesday, June 13
Augsburg University
2211 Riverside Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55454

Summit: $50 members, $75 non-members
Lunch-only: $35 members, $50 non-members

**Your luncheon pass may be used for this event.**



Thank You Renewing Members
African Economic Development Solutions
Coulee Bank
Mendoza Law LLC
Riverland Bank
Refer a new member- get a gift card!

Refer a new member to the
Midway Chamber, and you can receive a $25 gift card when they join! Gift cards are from a Chamber member restaurant of your choice.

Lunch is on the Chamber!
Member News
MODERN MIDWAY OFFICE SPACE. 1600 sf. Large open area plus 5 offices. Energy efficient. Superior indoor air quality. Shared conference room. Easy access to I-94 and Light Rail. Ample parking. $3300/month includes CAM. TI allowance. Available May 1. 1375 St. Anthony Avenue. Contact: Gerry Flannery 651-225-1105.
































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