Serving the Business Community for Over 120 Years |
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Weekly Update
September 3, 2024
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THE RIVER HEIGHTS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE |
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The Forrest Glewwe Visions of Excellence Award is awarded to a professional business leader whose contributions have made a lasting impact on the businesses and communities in our region.
We are proud to announce that David Metzen has been awarded this honor for 2024!
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ONLY 2 WEEKS TO REGISTER!
Registration deadline is Wednesday, September 18th at 12 noon CT.
Luncheon tickets:
$50 per person - includes admission to trade show, luncheon and program
$400 per table of 8
Trade Show:
We are excited to feature the following Chamber businesses at the Trade Show:
- Waterous Company
- The Yards Apartments
- Town Square Television
- MY Credit Union
- Neighbors, Inc.
- Deerwood Bank
- Pet Fresh Dog Wash
- Stockyards Tavern & Chophouse
- Hangry Joe's Hot Chicken
- Minikahda Storage & Offices
- Caffeination Station - mobile coffee cart
Your $100 investment includes a 6 ft draped table and 1 luncheon ticket ($50 value). Only 4 Trade Show tables remaining! Reserve your table today.
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We are pleased to announce our Keynote Speaker for the 2024 Annual Business Awards, Trade Show and Luncheon - Charley Walters.
Charley will share his experiences and observations from nearly 49 years at the St. Paul Pioneer Press and briefly pitching for the Minnesota Twins at the age of 22 in 1969 under manager, Billy Martin. You are learn more about Charley HERE.
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Join us on Thursday, September 5th for our CoffeeNet Networking Event at The Open Door Pantry! Don't miss this opportunity to kickstart your morning with great conversations and connections. Whether you're looking to expand your professional circle or simply enjoy a cup of coffee with like-minded individuals, this event is for you! |
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River Heights Chamber will have a booth this year at IGH Days Business Expo. This is a fun event and is well attended by the community.
Thank you to Jon Smale, Heartland Credit Union and Realtor Regina Barr from Keller Williams Realty for volunteering to help staff this booth with Chamber President, Bob Ruhland. Take some time out to stop by to say hello!
All the details for Inver Grove Heights Days:
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Please RSVP for Free Chamber Events
(ex. CoffeeNet, Let's Do Lunch, Business After Hours and Leadership 360)
To ensure that the sponsoring businesses can adequately prepare and provide the best experience for all attendees, we kindly request your RSVP on the Chamber Events page of the River Heights Chamber website. Click on the "Register" button and select "RSVP for Free Event."
Your prompt response will greatly assist the sponsoring businesses in finalizing arrangements, including food and beverages for these upcoming events. Thank you!
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Host a CoffeeNet or Business After Hours!
Hosting a CoffeeNet, Let's Do Lunch, Business After Hours or Leadership 360 is great way to promote your business, products and services to other River Heights Chamber members and their guests.
We are looking to fill some dates for November/December of 2024 and January/February of 2025 and would love have your business host and/or sponsor either of these events. Contact Bob Ruhland to reserve your date! bob@riverheights.com.
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Let’s extend a warm welcome to Caffeination Station who has recently joined the River Heights Chamber of Commerce! We’re thrilled to have you on board and look forward to supporting your business growth and success.
We are looking forward to enjoying this coffee cart at the 2024 Annual Business Awards Luncheon during the Trade Show on September 26th!
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NDC4 and Town Square Television announce Jodie Miller's Retirement |
NDC4 Commission Chair Mickey Kieffer says, “While we are happy and excited for Jodie, we know that it is always challenging when a long-time leader leaves an organization after 35 years. With the support of our engaged community, excellent long-tenured staff, and strong Commission and Board Leadership, we are confident in our ability to keep our momentum moving forward."
Jodie was honored July 31st with MACTA’s Lifetime Achievement Award during the MACTA Annual Conference.
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Jodie’s last day will be November 15th. |
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September 3 to September 8th, 2024
Visit the website for all of the details for this event -
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Calling All Mentors! Two Rivers Mentoring Programs Starts on Friday, September 27th |
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Once again we're getting ready for another year of mentoring. The structure is as follows:
- Volunteer for 4 dates (all Fridays: September 27th, October 25th, December 6th, January 10th).
- On each of these dates, choose a specific time (2 class periods--approx 1 hour 45 min.).
- "Lesson Plans" for each session will be emailed to you a week in advance. Prep for each session only requires some thought/reflection on your professional journey and work experience.
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Residents of IGH are invited to this one-stop-shop disposal event to get rid of unwanted items.
Visit the website below for all of the details.
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Save the Date!
Dakota County - State of the County
October 10, 2024
4:00 to 6:00 PM
Croatian Hall, South St. Paul, MN
Look for more details to come soon!
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City Council Meetings
Monday, September 9th
Monday, September 23rd
6:00pm
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City Council Meetings
Tuesday, September 3rd
Monday, September 16th
7pm
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We love to share news about your
business or organization!
Any news to be included in the Weekly Update needs to be sent to chris@riverheights.com by Thursday at 12 noon CT for the next week Tuesday update email. Any additions to the Weekly Update will be approved by the Chamber President.
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