Three highlights this week, all good. First, in case you missed it: in partnership with The Harris Poll, our national chamber association, ACCE, conducted a nationwide public opinion poll to explore U.S. adults’ perceptions of their local chamber of commerce, the role chambers play in their communities and the value of chamber membership to businesses. The results were very validating: 81% of U.S. adults agree that local chambers of commerce are a trusted resource/partner for business; and 91% believe that their local chamber has an impact on growing businesses locally. Shakopee Chamber wrote a nice article on the results. and we’ll be sharing more on our social media as well.

Chamber Connect

These events are low-key networking events aimed at building and strengthening connections, and supporting our member organizations, businesses and venues.

Ramsey County

Inclusive Workforce Summit

This event aims to help employers learn about, connect to, and access workforce tools and resources. Join us for an insightful morning of sessions, exhibitors and connections!

Ramsey County Means Business presented by Roseville Business Council

Wednesday, January 22 | 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

MN Skills Based Hiring Accelerator

Tuesday, January 28 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Women's Speed Networking

Thursday, January 30 | 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Johnson Senior High Career/Opportunities Fair

Thursday, February 20 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

157th Annual Meeting presented by Xcel Energy

Thursday, February 27 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Amplified Arts is a collaboration or three musicians and three artists who co-create in the moment - with audience assistance. Join them for their next event at the Hewing Hotel on Friday, January 24 from 7-9 PM. You'll hear "hip retooling" (Star Tribune) of great songs spanning Elvis to Dua Lipa from the trio Sonic Dream (led by Chamber member Jeff Perry) and witness the creations of three distinct, accomplished local artists. For more information and tickets, CLICK HERE.

Dr. Mayme Hostetter, a founding leader and current president of the Relay Graduate School of Education in New York City, was introduced as the 22nd president of Hamline University at a campus gathering. Read full article HERE.

Join BETA and the Minnesota startup and tech community on Thursday, January 16 at 4:45pm, for a look back at how the ecosystem fared in 2024 and what the new year has in store. Get tickets now.