Midway Chamber of Commerce September 9, 2025 | | |
~This Thurs~
Lunch on the Line @ Bole
Solomon and Rekik grew up in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. For Rekik, as a young girl, weekend morning rituals consisted of going to the vibrant food markets in the streets of Bolé, buying fresh vegetables, stopping by the butchers, and attentively watching the produce turn into a variety of Ethiopian dishes in her mother's kitchen.
Bolé is where her love of Ethiopian cuisine and the art of cooking in general was first instilled in her. Bolé is also where Rekik dreamt of one day becoming a chef and letting others enjoy what Ethiopia has to offer. So, when the opportunity came for Solomon and Rekik to finally open their restaurant, the name was non-negotiable, neither was the taste and quality of their dishes. While we are known for our mouth-watering Tibs and Kitfo which is made with authentic Ethiopian food, herbs, and spices, we are also known for our delicious veggie and meat entrées. From the way our traditional dishes are served to the creativity of our non-traditional dishes our restaurant strives to deliver on the excellence that our customers expect!
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Date/Time:
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
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!
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~Next Wed~
From Classroom to Career:
Navigating AI in the Modern Workforce
****Please note, that this event will be starting earlier to accommodate our panel forum and to allow for adequate Q&A time.
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Panelists
Clare Forstie, Dean of Academic Effectiveness and Innovation, Saint Paul College
Clare Forstie is the Dean of Academic Effectiveness and Innovation at Saint Paul College, where they lead initiatives focused on assessing and enhancing student learning, curriculum, and faculty and staff development. Clare’s areas of leadership in teaching include inclusive and critical pedagogies, technology in education, and student and instructor well-being. Clare earned a PhD in sociology from Northwestern University in 2017 and has served in a variety of faculty and administrative roles across a range of higher education institutions.
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Heidi Johnson, ECMC Group
Heidi Johnson is the Chief of Staff for ECMC Group, (COS) and works with the executive leadership team in the planning and coordination of strategic, highly complex activities across the organization. In addition to her COS role, she leads the Records and Information Management Committee and is the co-executive sponsor of ECMC Group’s Office of AI, ECMC’s Women Thriving Network Group as well as our Wellbeing network. Most recently, she has been focused on developing a strategy for ECMC Group to expand its support of underserved learners, particularly age 16-24 youth. Her efforts have resulted in the development of three youth-centered concepts – developed by young adults of color for young adults of color – to create solutions to catalyze their valuable engagement in education and workforce ecosystems.
Serving on the Generation Next Leadership and ConnextMSP leadership counsels, EdNorth, and the Executive Committee of the Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce, Heidi sees firsthand where the intersection between youth and workforce can be optimized.
Heidi is also Project Management Professional certified, has obtained her Six Sigma Black Belt, and several other IT related certifications.
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Mindy Travers, Business Faculty, Human Resources, Saint Paul College
Mindy Travers is a dedicated faculty member at Saint Paul College, where she directs the Human Resources degree program. With 18 years of teaching experience, she has developed and instructed a wide range of courses in business and HR, bringing both a commitment to equity and practical insights to the classroom.
Mindy holds an MBA from Bemidji State University, a Master’s degree in Management from Hamline University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management from Saint Mary’s University. She recently earned the Artificial Intelligence + Human Intelligence specialty credential from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), reflecting her commitment to staying at the forefront of innovation in the HR field.
Throughout her career, Mindy has been deeply committed to enhancing workplace environments and advocating for employee well-being. Outside of her professional responsibilities, she enjoys spending quality time with her family.
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Sonya Zuker, Vice President of Information Technology and Institutional Effectiveness, Saint Paul College
Sonya Zuker is the Vice President of Information Technology and Institutional Effectiveness at Saint Paul College, serving in that role since January 2024. Prior to that, she served as the Director of User Services at Anoka-Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College for five-and-a-half years. Born at the end of the Vietnam War and adopted from Saigon by a Korean-American family, she brings a powerful perspective as a bi-racial refugee and lifelong learner. Her experiences with identity, racism, and cultural duality fuel her commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and has focused on inclusive learning environments and organizational change, while dedicating her career to creating supportive spaces for students, faculty, and staff. She has demonstrated passion for educational equity and building strong, inclusive school communities. Sonya holds a Doctorate of Education from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, Education Specialist degree in Instructional Technology from American College of Education, Masters degree in Management and Bachelors degree in Psychology from the University of Redlands.
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Date/Time:
Wednesday Sep 17, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Location:
Saint Paul College—A Community & Technical College
235 Marshall Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Fees/Admission:
$40.00 members/ $60.00 non-members
This includes networking, program and lunch.
~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
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Midway Chamber Coffee Club
@ Golden Thyme Cafe
Golden Thyme on Selby is proud to serve the most decadent and smooth coffee to the residents of the St. Paul, Minnesota area. We guarantee when you experience all that we have to offer, we will always leave you wanting more! We offer a vast and delicious menu that features a variety of coffee blends, bagels, cakes and many other delightful treats! Why not stop in and have a look through our menu; we are certain that you will find something that will leave you feeling warm, full and satisfied!
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Date/Time:
Thursday Sep 25, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM CDT
Location:
856 Selby Ave
St Paul, MN 55104
Fees/Admission:
Free to attend
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Join us as we bring together leaders and change-makers for a night where involvement creates real impact. This is more than a gathering; it’s a powerful moment to ignite belief, fuel bold dreams, and empower young people to advocate for their own futures.
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10% off Rental Discount to Midway Chamber member businesses.
Visit https://www.allianzfield.com and inquire about your upcoming event today!
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