Member Brief Bytes
WHO'S THAT MEMBER BUSINESS/BUILDING?

WHO'S THAT MEMBER BUILDING

Cool your temper - you can treat yourself again soon !

Email me at [email protected] if you think you have the right answer! First one in gets put in a quarterly drawing for $10 of Buffalo Bucks!
MEET THE CHAMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS

I realized, with the addition of 3 new Board members this year, that you may not know who the Board is, what company they represent, and what they do for us as a Chamber Board member. So over the next several weeks, you are going to get to know them! Here is a group shot at our annual retreat held in November. Take a peek and see who you know! We will start the introductions next week!
New Members 2020
GLASS GUYS OF MINNESOTA
304 Brighton Ave S, Buffalo
612-564-4860

We are excited to have a glass business in our membership! Have to admit that we all have times in our lives when we need glass repaired - whether it's auto, residential or commercial! Mike Lanie, owner, can handle all of those with his near 35 years in the glass business.

Have a rock chip in your car windshield? Need new windows at the office? Have a window at home that steams up and needs replacing? Remodeling your bathroom and want new shower enclosures or mirrors? The Glass Guys can help!

What Mike and his staff of 4 pride themselves on besides their vast knowledge and know how is their customer service, reliability and warranty on all their products.

They are open weekdays from 8-5 pm and on Saturday by appointment. Stop in and see what he has to offer!
Chamber Events
ANYTIME FITNESS
NEXT Thursday, January 16th 8:00 a.m.
610 Crossroads Campus Dr. (across from Little Caesars Pizza)


Join us for our first GMB of the new year! Figured some of us may have made some resolutions that might include more workouts, so no better place than meeting the new manager, Shay, and hearing what's new at Anytime Fitness!

Come gather with some old friends and business leaders to kick of the year of Good Morning Buffalo!

ANNUAL CHAMBER BANQUET
Thursday, January 23rd, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Buffalo American Legion
304 10th Ave S

WE BROKE THE RECORD IN SPONSORS!!
We can't thank you enough! PenRad just came in today!! So appreciated!

Now let's break the record in attendees! If you have never attended before, this is the year! We have a great theme, a lot of space, and a lot of awesome prizes - plus some crazy event planners!
Bring some of your staff - it's a great way to thank them for their service this past year!

Also don't forget - we have our annual table decorating contest! Who will carry on the tradition and the trophy!!

Register online or contact Suzanne at [email protected]
Our Banquet Committee has been having fun planning the event!
THE KITES ON ICE FESTIVAL (2019) WILL BE AIRED ON MINNESOTA BOUND THIS SUNDAY AT 10:30 PM and
SATURDAY THE 18TH AT 6:30 PM ON KARE 11!

You will also see member, Lee Waldon of Waldon Woods Antiques, share his passion about boats - restoring or creating beautiful pieces for your home.
BAG TOSSERS
WE NEED YOU!

Did you talk it up over the holidays and get a team together? We have 10 boards - so need 20 teams - or better yet - 40 teams!

For your $40 entrance fee get a free mug filled with your favorite beverage and the chance to win up to $200! It's quite the sight to see all the tossers in a row! Will you be one of them?

Just give us a call and we will get you signed up! We are hoping the weather isn't -14 this year and the beer won't be slush in your mugs!
THANK YOU
TO OUR SPONSORS!

If you are still interested in contributing towards the event, we would love to add your name to the sponsor list below - just let us know!

PREMIER - Above $1,000+
Allina Health/Buffalo Hospital
Buffalo American Legion
Buffalo Lions
Edward Jones
Insurance Center of Buffalo
Rotary Club of Buffalo

RAZOR FLAG - $500
American Family Insurance - Chris Chapman
DeZiel Heating and A/C
Havenwood of Buffalo
Mike Zumbusch - Insurance Brokers
Lake Ridge Care Center
Strive Therapy
wRight Lumber and Milllwork


CORNHOLE - $400 ($200 if returning)
Bankwest
Brenner Dental
Comfort Keepers
Cornerstone Wealth Mgmt
Culver's
Edina Realty
Edward Jones
McDonough Tax
Wright Technical Center

WINTER WINDS - $300
Kids Haven of Buffalo

JACK FROST - $200
State Farm Insurance - Mark Olson
Wright County Collision

BUFFALO BLAST - $100
Family Counseling Center
Thomes Insurance Group
CHAMBER AMBASSADORS ON THE MOVE
KID'S HAVEN CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL
302 12th Ave South, Buffalo
763-682-3072

Fou nded in November of 1991 and a member since 1999, this family owned business now sees 320 kids come through their doors daily with 65 trained employees with a heart for seeing kids succeed and develop! They have not only grown in number, but in square footage with additions to the building over those years and having a great outdoor space for kids of all ages as well.

Terry Peterson has made the business a family affair with several of her children working there over the years. She is now taking a lesser role and handing the reins over to her daughter Missy Sjolin.

Kids Haven encourages kids to become independent, self-confident, inquisitive and enthusiastic learners by exploring their environment. Kids Haven takes part in many community initiatives that show their love for kids well being by partnering with programs such as Crisis Nursery, and Central Minnesota Mental Health Center! Their staff is also four star trained in child developmental programs to ensure your kids get the best care they can receive.
Ages for kids that attend Kids Haven range from ages 6 weeks - 12 Years with flexible care hours. Enrollment begins in January, so be sure to check out their availability!

Below see Director Missy Sjolin in the red plaid along with Jaclyn Marek, the Infant Supervisor/Ass't Director to her left. Had a big Ambassador team visit: Tina Anderson, Denise Koch, Jeremy Welter, Marilee Kramer, Val Megaw and Jason Kasanezky.
GOOD TO KNOW
Some stats worth knowing from the
MN Chamber of Commerce
2020 Business Report:

Positive trends:
  • $2 billion over 10 year investment to improve MN highways
  • Worker's Comp costs are below the national average
  • Migration is bringing more talent into MN

Not so positive trends:
  • Overall economic performance is behind the national average
  • Tax burdens continue to rise
  • Health care costs is rising faster than other states
  • Exports are up nearly 10%
  • 317,000 worker shortage will be reached by 2025

  • On a good note MN is ranked the 2nd best place to live (and also the worst for our weather)

If you want to know more, see the full report at https://www.mnchamber.com/blog/2020-business-benchmarks. It's a good read!
CHAMBER MEMBER /COMMUNITY EVENTS
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