Midway Chamber of Commerce July 23, 2024

Avenues Newsletter

~THIS THURSDAY~Midway Chamber Coffee Club @ Trung Nam French Bakery 7/25


LOTL @ Twin Cities 400 Tavern 8/8


~NEWLY ADDED~The Future of Energy ft. Ryan Long, President Xcel Energy 8/21


Midway Chamber Coffee Club @ Abogados Café 8/29

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!~

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!

Access Level


Full Year Pass $450


12 Luncheons (July-June)

Includes full entrance into our 1/2 day summits 

1/2 Year Pass- $225


6 Luncheons (July-June)

Includes full entrance into our four 1/2 day summits.

3/4 Year Pass- $337.50


9 Luncheons (July-June)

Includes full entrance into our four 1/2 day summits

Place your order and reserve your passes with our


Luncheon Application form


Sign up yourself on the website here!


Questions may be directed to ana@midwaychamber.com

~THIS THURSDAY~

Midway Chamber Coffee Club

@ Trung Nam French Bakery


This family owned and operated space was the first bakery to bring Minnesota the Banh Mi Thit (Vietnamese sandwich.) Famous for the several different croissants such as the coconut, apple, blueberry, raspberry and chocolate along with the other house-made pastries, this is a place you don't want to miss out on! 

 

***Please be advised this is a CASH ONLY Establishment***

Date/Time:

Thursday Jul 25, 2024

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM CDT


Location:

Trung Nam French Bakery

739 University Ave W

St Paul, MN 55104


Fees/Admission:

Free but please register to let know you are attending.


RSVP

LOTL @ Twin Cities 400 Tavern


The Twin Cities 400 Tavern name is taken from the express train that set speed records between Minneapolis-St. Paul and Chicago in the 1930s. This restaurant that has played host to our WILL Power events, and various committee meeting offers an atmosphere with hints of railroad decor and Minnesota themes. Enjoy a versatile menu that's great for business luncheons and Happy Hours. 

Date/Time:

Thursday Aug 8, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT


Location:

Twin Cities 400 Tavern

1330 Industrial Blvd NE #400

Minneapolis, MN 55413


Fees/Admission:

Please register to let us know you are attending! 


RSVP

The Future of Energy ft. Ryan Long, President Xcel Energy


Hear from Ryan Long, President of Xcel Energy on where energy comes from and the environmental impact on both EV’s and energy use as well as the tech side. 


Speaker Bio

Ryan Long is President of Xcel Energy - Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota and is responsible for the strategic planning, financial results, and operational outcomes for the three states, leading teams focused on customer, community, regulatory, legislative and governmental relationships.

Ryan joined Xcel Energy in 2015 and previously served as interim General Counsel, leading the legal department, and executing the company’s legal strategy. Prior to that role, he served as Vice President and Deputy General Counsel where he managed the Federal and State Regulatory, Environmental and Real Estate legal teams. Ryan previously worked as a lawyer for Faegre Baker Daniels, now known as Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath in Minneapolis and Cravath, Swaine & Moore in New York City. He is a graduate of Grinnell College and Cornell Law School.  


Ryan serves on the Board of Directors for Project for Pride in Living, a Minneapolis-based nonprofit organization that provides transformative affordable housing and career readiness services for individuals and families with lower incomes.

Date/Time:

Wednesday Aug 21, 2024

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT


Location:

TBA


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

Midway Chamber Coffee Club @ Abogados Café


Join us as we continue our Midway Chamber Coffee Club! This casual networking program is a great way to meet and mingle with your fellow chamber members. Stop by Abogados Cafe, which is owned and operated by Ofelia and Inti from Ceiba Forte Law Firm.

Date/Time:

Thursday Aug 29, 2024

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM CDT


Location:

1053 Dale St. N.

Saint Paul, MN 55117


Fees/Admission:

Free to attend


RSVP


Beige Book Report: Minneapolis (Federal Reserve)


Q&A: Sunrise Banks’ Mary Stoick on financing a rebuild in a challenging market


New Conference Center Coming to Court International


Coolest things made in Minnesota List


Allianz Field Aims to Break Into the Music Business


Forbes Names Blaze Credit Union as One of Minnesota's Best-in-State


Guild’s Impact Report is here


Appeals court backs city in library demolition

Raise a Glass as Urban Growler Turns 10!


The local Midway brewery celebrated in a fun community celebration this past weekend in the beer garden with live music, exclusive drinks and prizes! Friends of the brewery from local businesses and organizations, including Mayor Carter and our very own Chad Kulas helped toast to Urban Growler! Owners Jill Pavlak and Deb Loch look forward to celebrating their 20th Anniversary in 2034! Stop in to support this local women owned business or consider them as hosts of your next event!

Bethel University Conferences


SRF Consulting Inc.

Rafiki Coffee & Cafe offers catering services. We will bring our delicious coffee, delectable pastries like our savory samosas, and satisfying food right to your event or gathering. Whether you're hosting a corporate meeting, a family celebration, or any other special occasion, we've got you covered. 


Our team takes pride in providing excellent catering services, ensuring that your guests are treated to the same welcoming and cozy atmosphere that our coffee shop is known for. So, sit back, relax, and let us take care of your catering needs. 


Reach out to us for more information at info@rafikicoffeecafe.com 

The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library Debuts Summer Library Passport Program


The “Discover Your Library” passport is a program inviting people to visit libraries across the city. Visitors can stop by any Saint Paul Public Library location and pick up a free passport booklet and a sticker for that location. Earn the chance to win prizes when you complete your passport by August 15! Learn more at www.thefriends.org/passport. 

Now Hiring


Full Time


WomenVenture


Summertime


Minnesota State Fair


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