Midway Chamber of Commerce September 24, 2024 | |
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~TOMORROW~
Economic Development:
The Towerside Innovation District
Towerside is the Minneapolis-Saint Paul Innovation District. Located in the heart of the Twin Cities, the district covers 370 acres that stretch from the University of Minnesota on the west to 280 and the Creative Enterprise Zone on the east, spanning two cities and two counties. Towerside Innovation District is dedicated to growing and leading a collaborative asset-based approach to the redevelopment of this regional hub into a high-intensity, high-density mix of places and spaces.
The organization’s work has focused on facilitating equitable development, real estate investment, and sustainable infrastructure - including the planning and implementation of district-wide systems for stormwater management, a connected public realm, parking and mobility, and energy (heating, cooling, and electrification). Hear from Towerside Innovation District’s Executive Director Stephen Klimek on the past ten years of work and what the future holds.
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Speaker Bio
Stephen is a strategic organizational leader and city building professional dedicated to advancing equitable community & economic development through place-based design and planning, impact-driven projects, and systematic approaches to civic challenges.
His experience spans planning and policy, real estate development and district systems, public realm planning, placemaking, and community engagement. Stephen works as a Senior Planner with the Metropolitan Council’s Housing & Livable Communities team and manages grant programs focused on implementing regional policy for transit oriented development. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Creative Enterprise Zone in St Paul and provides expertise in real estate development, fundraising, and communications. He previously served as Board Chair for the Association for Community Design as well as an Enterprise Rose Architectural Fellow.
Stephen's work has advanced community-based development efforts at a variety of scales through public-private partnerships and nonprofits including Towerside Innovation District, The Cornerstone Group, Van Alen Institute, Hester Street, and Syracuse University. Stephen is an EcoDistricts Accredited Professional and holds a Master of Architecture and a Bachelor of Architecture from Syracuse University along with a major in Public Policy through the Maxwell School of Citizenship.
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Date/Time:
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Location: ***NOTE UPDATED LOCATION***
Sunrise Banks Headquarters
2525 Wabash Ave.
Saint Paul, MN 55114
Fees/Admission:
Free, but please register to let us know you are coming for food count purposes!
RSVP
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~THIS THURSDAY~
Midway Chamber Coffee Club
@ Dogwood Coffee - St. Paul
(NEW DOGWOOD LOCATION)
Established in 2010, Dogwood Coffee Company is a small craft roaster dedicated to delicious coffee and the good things that come with it. They call Minneapolis & St. Paul home. Dogs are their preferred companions, washed their preferred coffees, and gratitude their preferred posture. This small quality focused roaster concentrates their efforts on developing relationships in the sourcing process, learning about and executing the craft of roasting, exploring the science of brewing and sharing delicious coffee with their customers.
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Date/Time:
Thursday Sep 26, 2024
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM CDT
Location:
Dogwood Coffee - St. Paul
~DOGWOOD HAS MOVED!~
2700 University Ave W
St Paul, MN 55114
Fees/Admission:
Free to attend
RSVP
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Chamber Connect @ Dual Citizen Company
Make your Chamber Membership Work for You!
This is an opportunity for all members, but especially new members, renewing members, and members who want to reengage with us or have new employees that wish to build their Midway Chamber of Commerce network.
Join us for a fun afternoon of networking and socializing.
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Date/Time:
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM CDT
Location:
Dual Citizen Brewing Co.
725 Raymond Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55114
Fees/Admission:
This is a free event, but please let us know that you will attend.
RSVP
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Lunch on the Line @ Bole
As you may know, after Bolé burned down on University Avenue during the civil unrest, community support helped member Solomon Hailie relaunch in a bigger space with a broader customer base. From last year's ribbon cutting of the new location to honoring Bole with an award for their "Resiliency" come try this local gem that gives you a taste of authentic Ethiopian dishes with great customer service. If you register and then find you're unable to attend, we ask that you please let us know.
***For any cancellations, please contact ana@midwaychamber.com.
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Date/Time:
Thursday Oct 3, 2024
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT
Location:
Bole Ethiopian Cuisine
1341 Pascal St
St Paul, MN 55108
Fees/Admission:
Please register to let us know you are attending!
RSVP
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Meeting the AI Moment
Gen AI tools have astounding potential to elevate versus automate what we do. How do we assemble the right mix of platforms? How do we responsibly use tools? Given the pace of their increasing power, how do we see around corners?
These questions aren’t for the future. AI is here and now.
Speaker Bio:
Danny Olson
AI & Emerging Platforms Lead, NA
Danny Olson is Executive Vice President, AI & Emerging Platforms at Weber Shandwick. In his 12+ years with the agency, he has led strategy engagements for clients including Chevrolet, Anheuser-Busch, Mastercard and more. His teams have been fortunate enough to be awarded with Cannes Lions shortlists and awards in the Clios, One Show, Shorty and Webbys. He previously served in a three-year role as the digital marketing chair for the Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee.
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Date/Time:
NEW DATE
Wednesday, Oct 16, 2024
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Location:
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory
1225 Estabrook Dr
St Paul, MN 55103
Fees/Admission:
$40 members
$60 non-members
~Please inform the chamber directly if you will be using a luncheon pass for this event~
***Please note: Cancellations must be received via written notice. Substitutions are welcome or you may use your credit toward a future event per chamber approval. Reservations made within 48 hours of the event will be charged an additional $10
RSVP
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Reserve your 2024/2025 Luncheon Passes
New luncheon passes are available for this fiscal year's member luncheons and summits! Save big and be part of this year's lineup of great programming coming your way with this exclusive deal. Bring along colleagues or clients to check out the wide array of speakers and topics, as well as experience various local venues including those of your fellow Midway members! You may add on passes at anytime. The chamber will periodically send out your remaining balance, but encourage you to track your passes too.
~More passes may be purchased throughout the year!~
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Benefits
- May be applied to any of our 12 lunch mtgs July-June, including half day events & Summits
- Can be used for multiple attendees to the same luncheon or to invite guests
Featured Topics
- Business Success Stories
- Policy Updates
- Celebration of Nonprofits
- Legislative Summit
- Economic Development Summit
- Leadership Summit
- Patio Party
- Business Tips & Tricks & more!
OFFER ENDS SEPTEMBER 30th!
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Access Level
Full Year Pass $450
12 Luncheons (July-June)
Includes full entrance into our 1/2 day summits
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1/2 Year Pass- $225
6 Luncheons (July-June)
Includes full entrance into our four 1/2 day summits.
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3/4 Year Pass- $337.50
9 Luncheons (July-June)
Includes full entrance into our four 1/2 day summits
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Monster Bash is back, Saturday October 26th! Live music, delicious craft beer, food, costume contest and more! This year we have an 80’s & 90’s theme with some great DJs and Tribute Bands, along with the Twin Cities best costume contest!
Tickets
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Saint Paul residents: share your thoughts on the 2025 proposed city budget tomorrow on Tues. 9/24 at El Rio Vista Community Center at the annual Council public budget listening session: https://facebook.com/events/1237246647716628 | |
Como Quest
Sunday, September 29, 2024 | 9:00 AM–11:30 AM
General Admission Ticket: $20
A family-friendly fundraiser made for multigenerational fun, Como Quest is a wild exploration for Como lovers of all ages. With an interactive scavenger hunt app and an adventurous spirit, your team of treasure hunters will dig deep into Como’s amazing animal and plant collections. Purchase a Como Quest
Plus ticket for an additional $15 so you and your family can come early to see how the animals of Tropical Encounters get ready for their day! Learn more about how Chloe the sloth and her animal friends start their morning.
Learn more
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Inside Scoop: Public Policy at Wilder
Thursday, September 12, 2024
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Wilder Center, 451 Lexington Parkway N., Saint Paul
Wilder engages in public policy activities in a variety of ways. Join us to learn more about how, when and why we are testifying at the legislature, advocating for equity in housing and other issues, and equipping BIPOC leaders to be change agents in local and state government. This event offers an opportunity to hear from several Wilder leaders who are engaged in public policy activities; they will share how you too can get involved! Please RSVP by September 20 at www.wilder.org/events/inside-scoop-public-policy-wilder
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As we near closer to a new season its never to ealy to start thinking about the Holiday’s. DELTA would love to celebrate with you and help make your holiday festivities special. Please take advantage of some discounts and let them know how they can help.
Contact Ashley.pierce@scalzohospitality.com for more details!
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Nominations Now Open for Rising Young Professionals!
Our Rising Young Professionals is a special publication and networking event to honor those individuals making an impact in Minnesota business; including commercial real estate, business, or construction. We will honor those who show a bright future in Minnesota.
Reasons to Nominate:
- Recognizing Excellence and Achievements: By nominating someone, you're acknowledging their hard work, dedication, and the impact they've made in their industry.
- Encouraging Positive Change and Influence: Nominating someone for an award can highlight their positive influence, encouraging others to follow their example and contribute to meaningful change in their community and profession.
- Enhancing Your Organization’s Reputation: Nominating someone for an Rising Young Professional award not only honors the individual, but also brings positive recognition to the business they represent.
Nominate Now
Nominations close on September 30, 2024. Please note, there is a $30 fee to submit a nomination for our 2024 awards.
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