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Midway Avenues Newsletter September 5, 2017

September Monthly Luncheon: Scott Burns

Scott co-founded GovDelivery in a Saint Paul basement in 2000. From there, the company grew to 250 professionals across four offices in the U.S. and Europe. After he sold GovDelivery in 2016, the 41-year old co-founded a new company, Structural, earlier this year. Learn about Scott's business success story, and his involvement in the

City of Saint Paul's Innovation Cabinet.

Como Zoo

1225 Estabrook Dr.
St. Paul, MN 55108

Date:

Wednesday, September 20
11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m.

RSVP NOW

Thank you to our Sponsors:

2017-2018 Luncheon Passes are Here

Get yours today before it's too late.

All Access Luncheon Pass Benefits

Your pass may be applied to any of our 12 Luncheon Meetings & Summits(July-June)

Includes 1/2 day events like Economic Development, Leadership and Legislative Summits
Passes can be used for multiple attendees to the same luncheon or to invite guests
Your office can share the same pass.
Save time by not paying for each individual lunch. Hassle-free!

Save time and money, sign up today!

Special offer ends September 30, 2017

If you already paid for any luncheons, the amount will be applied to the pass.

You may purchase HERE, at an event or call the Chamber office at 651-646-2636.

Join us as we welcome a new chamber member & enjoy lunch.
The location we know(same spot where Flamingo was) but the menu is new.

Date:

Thursday, September 7

Noon

Location:

490 N Syndicate St

Saint Paul, MN 55104

RSVP HERE

Thank you to our sponsors:

If taking the Green Line, Bole is located 1 block east of the Hamline Avenue Station

Economic Development Meeting: Downtown Projects

Kick off the 2017-2018 Economic Development program with this timely event focusing on development in downtown Saint Paul

The September Economic Development meeting will include updates on the Treasure Island Center / Tria Rink,

Osborn370 (formerly the Ecolab Corporate Center) & more.

Presentations by:

Tanya Bell, Grand Real Estate Advisors
Saint Paul Port Authority, Hempel Companies
Pat Wolf, Commercial Real Estate Services, Inc.

Please join us for a tour of Treasure Island Center and see first hand the remarkable renovation from

Macy's to a state of the art practice facility for the MN Wild and event space.

A second tour has been added!

The 10:00 tour limited to 20 attendees, while the 1:00 tour is limited to 40 attendees.

Location:

Osborn370
370 North Wabash Street ( the former Ecolab Corporate Center)

St. Paul, MN 55102

Date:

Tuesday, September 26

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., tours of Treasure Island Center at 10 a.m. and to follow meeting

Reservations required to join a tour.

This is a free event that includes lunch, but please RSVP to save your spot.

RSVP HERE

Thank you to our sponsor: Thank you to our lunch sponsor:

Read the Star Tribune article on the Osborn370 development here

Ribbon Cutting & Beer Fondo

Bikes and beer- what more do you need?

The Midway Chamber is welcoming new member Podiumwear to the Chamber with a ribbon cutting, followed by a fun bike ride to Lake Monster Brewing and Urban Growler! Nice Ride bikes will be available for rent at nearby stations,

or bring your own! Join us for a fun afternoon and get to know one of the leaders in activewear.

Ribbon Cutting & Beer Fondo

Thursday, September 28

4 p.m.

Podiumwear- 2408 Territorial Road

Cost: FREE!!

RSVP Here

***What is a fondo?***

Gran Fondo is an Italian term which loosely translates to "Big Ride." Gran Fondo's are mass participation cycling events that have enjoyed incredible popularity in Europe for decades and have become popular in North America, Asia, Australia and increasingly, worldwide. Our fondo will be very laid back with an emphasis on fun!

Ribbon Cutting: Lifetime Legacy Nutrition
Learn more about one of our newest members, Lifetime Legacy Nutrition! For $5, skip your normal lunch and enjoy

a tea and shake combo that will keep you filled, energized and feeling good.

Tuesday, October 3

11:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.

1051 Selby Ave.

Saint Paul, MN 55104

Free to attend! Special price for tea and shake combo at $5.

RSVP HERE

Saint Paul Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Meet & Greet at Hiway Federal Credit Union

DAV Fellowship in Leadership Studies at Augsburg- Apply for a $5,000 scholarship!

A job after prison: Advocates like Twin Cities R!se make the case for an under-used workforce

Guild, Inc announces new board members

Lifetrack hosts Faces of Hope breakfast September 14

Ronald McDonald House Gala October 14

Jay Wiederholt takes lead in government market for TKDA

O'Gara's and others see benefit of increased MN State Fair attendance

MN State Fair record attendance 2017!

Two sales employees at
FASTSIGNS of Roseville received national recognition. Carrie Dubbelde received the Bronze Sales Award, and Cody Schuebel received the
Outside Sales Certification Award.

The following dates are for our popular monthly luncheons and economic development meetings for the 2017-2018 year. A Google calendar is being created and will include all dates & times. Meetings will be held from 11:30-1:00 & registration will open 1 month prior to the event.

Monthly Luncheons (all dates are Wednesday)

September 20, 2017- Scott Burns

October 18, 2017- Mayor Chris Coleman

November 15, 2017- Shop with Cops Benefit

December 20, 2017- Celebration of Nonprofits

January 17, 2018- J oseph Nayquonabe, Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures

February 21, 2018- Legislative Summit

March 21, 2018

April 11, 2018- Economic Development Summit

May 16, 2018

June 20, 2018- Leadership Summit

Economic Development Meetings (all dates are Tuesdays)

September 26, 2017- Downtown St. Paul Projects

October 24, 2017- $15 Minimum Wage Debate

November 28, 2017- Project Update

January 23, 2018- Housing Development on University Avenue

February 27, 2018- Agenda to be set dependent on current projects/ issues

March 27, 2018 - Agenda to be set dependent on current projects/ issues

May 22, 2018 - Agenda to be set dependent on current projects/ issues

June 26, 2018 - Agenda to be set dependent on current projects/ issues

**Please note these meetings include lunch***

Jamison Randall

Latuff Brothers Auto Body

1. How long have you been a member of the Midway Chamber of Commerce?

9 years

2. What aspects do you find the most beneficial?

Networking, educational programming, the directory links to the website. connection to other businesses and the fun people, events & programs.

3. Do you have any Chamber moment which is especially memorable?

The Annual Celebrations are ALWAYS memorable! Attending Lunch on the Avenue and supporting businesses during the construction of the Green Line. It was awesome to fill the restaurant with chamber members.

4. How do you like to spend your time outside of work?

Being a St. Paul tourist by attending Saints baseball games, enjoying many of the wonderful restaurants St. Paul has to offer. For sports I enjoy golf in the summer and bowling in the winter.

Marcy McHenry

Midpointe Event Center & Dancers Studio

How long have you been a member of the Midway Chamber of Commerce?

Midpointe Event Center has been a member for 7 years. Dancers Studio has been a member in the past.

What aspect of being a member do you find the most beneficial?

As a member of the Midway Chamber of Commerce, we find it very beneficial to create business relationships, engage in community engagement while staying abreast of topics important to our community, especially those specific to the Midway area. There is always the social and fun aspect to the Chamber as well!

Why did you decide to join the Ambassador Committee?

As an Ambassador. I have the opportunity to meet and engage new members. Sharing information about programs and events that the Chamber offers and demonstrating how this can help their organization grow is very rewarding.

How do you like to spend your time outside of work?

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, networking in the community, attending concerts and sporting events, doing yoga and anything outside!

We're looking for a few good men & women to join our Ambassador committee

Ambassador Mission:

To welcome new members to the Chamber, to encourage new member participation in networking and promotion opportunities, and to represent the Chamber at community functions and new business openings.

Ambassador Commitment

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

Attend Ribbon Cuttings for new organizations within the Midway area.
Greeters and Table Hosts at Monthly Membership Luncheons -
Delivery of membership packets that are distributed to new and renewing members.

This is a great way to connect with members. We would love to have a part of this fun group.

Interested? Give me a call at 651-646-2636 or shoot me an email [email protected]