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Also in this issue… Event Recaps
Articles, Pictures, and more Pictures
Upcoming Events
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the newsletter of the Twin Cities North Chamber of Commercethe newsletter of the Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce
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Computer Wrangler, LLC 4535 Hodgson Road, Suite 300 Shoreview, MN 55126 Jess Eischens 651-463-8809 [email protected] www.computerwrangler.net Creative Memories ~ Photo Solutions Tricia Jarmuzek 763-232-8361 [email protected] Gradient Financial Group, LLC 4570 Churchill Street, #210 Shoreview, MN 55126 Brian Lucius 800-407-4137 [email protected] www.gradientfg.com Greg McAllister - Allstate Insurance 651-560-3299 [email protected] Insurance Healtheast Care System - Roseville Clinic 2680 N. Snelling Avenue, Suite 200 Roseville, MN 55113 Amanda Tufano 651-326-1600 [email protected] www.healtheast.org/clinics Hilton Garden Inn 1050 Gramsie Road Shoreview, MN 55126 Kory Lesnick 651-415-1956 [email protected] www.hiltonshoreview.com Jimmy’s Pro Billiards 4040 Central Avenue NE Columbia Heights, MN 55421 Jason Blanski 763-706-1904 [email protected]
Welcome New Members! MANCAVE Mounds View 763-412-8169 David Jarmuzek [email protected] Mercy & Unity Hospitals Foundation 7590 Lyric Lane NE, Suite 207 Fridley, MN 55432 S. Douglas Hutchings 763-236-3965 [email protected] www.mercyunity.com Mercy Hospital 4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NW Coon Rapids, MN 55433 S. Douglas Hutchings 763-236-3965 [email protected] www.mercyunity.com OTT, Inc. 2675 Long Lake Road St. Paul, MN 55113 Eric Sheehan 651-262-2600 [email protected] www.ott-inc.com The Harbor Group 200 Village Center Drive, Suite 700 North Oaks, MN 55126 Angela Holiday-Squire 651-633-5611 [email protected] www.harborgroupinc.com Unity Hospital 550 Osbourne Road NE Fridley, MN 55432 S. Douglas Hutchings 763-236-3965 [email protected] www.mercyunity.com
Greg McAlister, The Dahl Group Agency
The Dahl Group Agency proudly comprises four fully licensed professionals; Randy Dahl, Greg McAllister, Jeannie Peter, and McKinley Dahl. They opened their doors on December 1, 2009. They bring a variety of experience with them. Greg personally has over thirty years of customer service experi-ence and enjoy solving problems.
Greg McAllister
The Dahl Group Agency Allstate Insurance
651-560-3299 [email protected] www.askgregmca.com
Insurance Consultation and sales, including Auto, Home, Business, Commercial Auto, Life, Benefits, Financial Services
New Member Spotlight!
Anoka County 1/1/2004 Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Twin Cities 2/1/2009 Creative Kids Academy 2/1/2009 Free2B 5/1/2001 M&I Bank - Blaine 7/1/2006 New Brighton Family Service Center 7/1/2002 Spring Lake Park Lumber Company 5/1/2001
Ambassador of the Month!
Joe Brauer Mid American Financial Group
Results Sponsor
Code Poetry
940 Meadow Avenue
Shoreview, MN 55126
612-605-0145
Board of Directors
OfficersOfficersOfficersOfficers
Bill Helgeson, Chair
Risdall Marketing Group
Beverly Aplikowski, Past Chair
Lakeside Homes Inc.
Joe Brauer, Incoming Chair
Mid American Financial Group
Kathy Klang, Treasurer
Cummings, Keegan & Co., PLLP
DirectorsDirectorsDirectorsDirectors
Sarah Anderson
Courtyard & Residence Inn by
Marriott - Roseville
Ann Curtis
M&I Bank—Blaine
Dr. Catherine Gray
Morningstar Chiropractic
Jason Helgemoe
Western Bank
Ted Landwehr
Landwehr Law Offices
Steve McAlpin
McAlpin Agency Inc.
Jodi Moulzolf
Country Inn & Suites - Shoreview
Andrea Murphy
Northeast Bank
Marnie Ochs-Raleigh
Evolve Systems
Deb Pieper
ITK Technology
Committee Chairs
AmbassadorsAmbassadorsAmbassadorsAmbassadors
OPEN
Breakfast Networking Breakfast Networking Breakfast Networking Breakfast Networking
Dr. Catherine Gray
MorningStar Chiropractic
Economic AdvancementEconomic AdvancementEconomic AdvancementEconomic Advancement
Beverly Aplikowski
Lakeside Homes
Executive CommitteeExecutive CommitteeExecutive CommitteeExecutive Committee
Bill Helgeson
Risdall Marketing Group
Fall ‘Nine is Fine’ Golf OutingFall ‘Nine is Fine’ Golf OutingFall ‘Nine is Fine’ Golf OutingFall ‘Nine is Fine’ Golf Outing
OPEN
Gala 2011Gala 2011Gala 2011Gala 2011
Joe Brauer
Mid American Financial Group
Nominating CommitteeNominating CommitteeNominating CommitteeNominating Committee
Beverly Aplikowski
Lakeside Homes
Public PolicyPublic PolicyPublic PolicyPublic Policy
Beverly Aplikowski
Lakeside Homes
Bill Gschwind
InPursuit Consulting
Pat Whelan
PJW Automotive
Spring Spring Spring Spring ‘Chamber Challenge’ ‘Chamber Challenge’ ‘Chamber Challenge’ ‘Chamber Challenge’ Golf TournamentGolf TournamentGolf TournamentGolf Tournament
Brad Kadrie
Kadrie Insurance Agency
Young ProfessionalsYoung ProfessionalsYoung ProfessionalsYoung Professionals
OPEN
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LEADING A PROGRAM
OR ACTIVITY?
Contact the Chamber office for a complete committee update at 763.571.9781.
Contact Your Chamber Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce
525 Main Street, Suite 200, New Brighton, MN 55112
Tel. 763.571.9781; E-mail [email protected];
Tim Roche - president & ceo
Melissa Deming - director of events and marketing
Shari Osterude—director of membership development
From the Desk of the President & CEO
Chamber Leadership
BAE Systems
4800 East River Road
Fridley, MN 55421
763-572-7615
Results Sponsor
Northeast Bank
3989 Central Ave. NE
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
763-788-9351
Results Sponsor
Cummings, Keegan & Co.
600 S. Hwy. 169, Suite 1625
St. Louis Park, MN 55426
Results Sponsor
The Board of Directors of the Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce (“TCN”), on behalf of its membership, does hereby adopt this Resolution supporting development on the Twin Cities Army Ammunition property (“TCAAP”) of a sports and events complex (the “Development”) to replace the Mall of America Field and the Minnesota Vikings’ Winter Park business complex and practice facility. WHEREAS, developers proposed the TCAAP site located in Arden Hills, Ramsey County, for the Development;
WHEREAS, TCAAP provides an excellent location for the Development which would attract and serve citizens from the Metropolitan region and outstate Minnesota; WHEREAS, TCAAP is located in a community served by TCN; WHEREAS, the mission of TCN is to advocate for a healthy business climate and robust economic develop-ment in the communities it serves; WHEREAS, the Development will host professional sports teams, large community events, and headline entertainment attracting visitors from across the state and around the world to the local community; and WHEREAS, visitors from outside of the local community, while attending or participating in events held at the Development, will bring increased economic value to the local community and to the State of Minnesota, and such spending may improve the fortunes of the area's existing businesses while attracting new businesses to the area. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that TCN does hereby support and endorse the efforts of public offi-cials to encourage and attract the Development to locate on the TCAAP site. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the support of TCN for the Development is based on preliminary concepts and information available at the time this Resolution is taken; support for this project is contingent upon the continued fit between our mission and the evolving project plans. Adopted this 18th day in February 2011
Tim Roche
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING DEVELOPMENT OF A SPORTS, EVENT, AND BUSINESS COMPLEX ON TCAAP PROPERTY
Learn about Chamber benefits and how they can help your bottom line!
Learn about what’s new and how to get more out of your membership!
9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. ���� 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month. Following Breakfast Networking! County Inn & Suites, Shoreview
Contact Shari Osterude at 763-571-9781
Business Advocacy
Legislative Breakfast with the Chamber Friday, February 18, 2011
Shorewood Bar & Grill, Fridley Featured Panelists: Annette Meeks, CEO, Freedom Foundation of Minnesota
Dr. Curtis Johnson, Former Chairman of the Metropolitan Council
New Brighton Business Council Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Public Safety Center Tour � Bob Jacobson, Director of Public Safety Public Safety Center, New Brighton
“Best Legislative breakfast yet, they just keep getting better. If you run a business, you need to know what’s happening around you in the public sector and this is the easiest and also most appetizing way to stay aware.”
- Pat Whelan, PJW Automotive
Minnesota Business Day at the Capitol provides all sizes and types of Minnesota companies the opportunity to see the Legislature in action and to influence public policy decisions. Over 800 business leaders gather for a day of education and lobbying at the Capitol. Wednesday, March 16, 2011 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Crowne Plaza St. Paul Riverfront Contact the Chamber Office at 763-571-9781 for more information.
Join fellow Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce members, and hundreds of Chamber of Commerce
members from around the state, at the annual
Minnesota Chamber Business Day at the Capital!
Business Advocacy It was a French Code or Cipher, developed by a Parisian mathematician around 1700. And, it would not be notable today except that in 1800 our third President, Thomas Jefferson, chose it for use in communicating with his personal secretary, Meriwether Lewis, one half of the famed Lewis and Clark expedition. Consisting of a flat piece of paper with 27 lined columns from left to right and 28 lined rows from top to bottom thereby creating an arrangement of squares, it appeared to be nothing more than hundreds of letters of the alphabet randomly placed in the boxes thus created. A base line dividing this cryptic table consisted of the letter “d” and was arranged so that it descended in a diagonal line from the upper right hand corner to the lower left. All Codes have a key which allows them to be deciphered. The key in this case was a single word known only to Jefferson and Lewis and committed by them to memory. And, the word chosen by the two men was “artichoke.” By using this word, they were able to determine the lines and columns of a particular message and easily communicate. Lewis also used their code to make certain journal entries during his trek to the Pacific Ocean. Although Presidential communications have advanced well beyond Jefferson’s era, a certain type of political code for communicating with the public has also developed. We’ve all heard it. Known as “political speak,” it deals with many issues. Taxes are no longer referenced as an issue of revenue, but of “fairness.” Government spending is now an “investment.” Welfare is no longer a charity but a “right.” Social Security is no longer income insurance but an “entitlement.” Illegal immigrants are “undocumented workers.” And so it goes. Politicians have become quite adept at using our language to either mask an agenda or make acceptable issues or programs which may be objectionable. Thus, one thing which would advance the transparent discussions everyone says they favor, is to insist that our political leaders acknowledge that we are able to understand the issues confronting us without having them couched in terms that appeal to emotion rather than the reality of what they are. Mike Simpson Senior Associate Premier Commercial Properties For the Public Affairs Committee of the Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce
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Upcoming Networking Event
Hosted by:
Tuesday, May 10, 2011 ���� 5:00-7:30 p.m. � The Mermaid, Mounds View
Seminar: 3:30-5:00 p.m.
‘Demystifying the Mobile Internet’ Featured Speaker, Gary Braley
Expo: 5:00-7:30 p.m.
*Only 75 booths available on a first come, first served basis.
*Showcase your products and services to over 200 new clients.
*Booths will be placed randomly to maximize networking opportunities.
*Appetizers provided by Chamber Member & Non-Member Restaurants & Caterers.
*Booths available to both Chamber Members and Non-Members.
Register no later than Friday, April 29, 2011
Register online at www.twincitiesnorth.org
or call the Chamber Office at 763-571-9781.
Twin Cities North Twin Cities North
Business Expo Business Expo & Seminar& Seminar
Events
Breakfast Networking Club Thursday, February 10, 2011
Country Inn & Suites, Shoreview Featured Speaker: Jess Eischens, Computer Wrangler
www.computerwrangler.net
Business Councils: FREE monthly meetings from 7:30-8:30 a.m.
The Business Council meetings are not committee meetings that require reoccurring time or financial commitments. Instead the Twin Cities North Chamber has identified a need to focus on each individual city, bringing together the businesses and other key decisions makers in the city. You do not need to be a member of the Chamber, nor do you have to be a resident or business of the city in which you would like to attend. Each meeting we have a featured guest speaker, and will allow time for other discussion and networking.
Roseville 3rd Tuesday of each month
Location: various Roseville Businesses
New Brighton 4th Wednesday of each month
Chaired by: Bill Helgeson, Risdall Marketing Group Location: various New Brighton Businesses
Columbia Heights 1st Friday of each month
Chaired by Larry Pietrzak, Northeast Bank Location: Northeast Bank, 3989 Central Avenue
Fridley 2nd Tuesday of each month
Location: Perkins, 7250 University Avenue
Mounds View 2nd Wednesday of each month
Chaired by: Jason Helgemoe, Western Bank Location: various Mounds View Businesses
Register for these events online at www.twincitiesnorth.org or call the Chamber office at 763-571-9781.
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Anoka, MN Arden Hills, Blaine, Columbia Heights, Fridley, Little Canada, Mounds View
New Brighton, Roseville, Shoreview, Spring Lake Park
YOUR CHAMBER CALENDAR - MARCH 2011 Business Councils: 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Columbia Heights - March 4
Location: Northeast Bank, 6th Floor, Columbia Heights
Featured Speaker: Senator Barb Goodwin
Fridley - March 8
Location: Perkins, Fridley
Featured Speaker: Lori Wightman, President of Unity
Hospital
Mounds View - March 9
Location: Mounds View Motor Company
Featured Speaker: Mounds View Police Chief
Roseville - March 15
Location: Roseville Visitors Association
Featured Speaker: Senator John Marty
New Brighton - March 23
Location: Brightondale Senior Campus
Featured Speaker: Representative Kate Knuth
Table for 4 Wednesday, March 2, 2011
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Area restaurants - visit www.twincitiesnorth.org
Public Policy Committee Thursday, March 3, 2011
7:30-9:00 a.m.
Chamber Office, New Brighton
Breakfast Networking Club Thursday, March 10, 2011
7:30-9:00 a.m.
Country Inn & Suites, Shoreview
‘A Day at the Races’ &
Business Excellence Awards Gala Friday, March 11, 2011
7:00-10:00 p.m.
Silverwood Park, St. Anthony
Business Day at the Capitol Wednesday, March 16, 2011
7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Crowne Plaza, St. Paul
Legislative Breakfast with the Chamber Friday, March 18, 2011
7:30-9:00 a.m.
Shorewood Bar & Grill, Fridley
Economic Advancement Committee Wednesady, March 23, 2011
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Lakeside Homes, Inc., New Brighton
Breakfast Networking Club Thursday, March 24, 2011
7:30-9:00 a.m.
Country Inn & Suites, Shoreview
Chamber Membership 101 Thursday, March 24, 2011
9:00-9:30 a.m. (after Breakfast Networking)
Country Inn & Suites, Shoreview
Sneak Peek at April 2011:
Business Councils: 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Columbia Heights - April 1
Location: Northeast Bank, 6th Floor, Columbia Heights
Fridley - April 12
Location: Perkins, Fridley
Mounds View - April 13
Location: TBD
Roseville - April 19
Location: TBD
New Brighton - April 27
Location: Ameriprise Financial
Table for 4 Wednesday, April 6, 2011
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Area restaurants - visit www.twincitiesnorth.org
Breakfast Networking Club Thursday, April 14 & 28, 2011
7:30-9:00 a.m.
Country Inn & Suites, Shoreview
Legislative Breakfast with the Chamber Friday, April 15, 2011
7:30-9:00 a.m.
Shorewood Bar & Grill, Fridley
New Member Reception Friday, April 29, 2011
9:00-10:00 a.m.
Chamber Office, New Brighton
Featured March Event: Annual Chamber Gala Featured March Event: Annual Chamber Gala Featured March Event: Annual Chamber Gala Featured March Event: Annual Chamber Gala ���� 3.11.11 3.11.11 3.11.11 3.11.11
Return Service Requested 525 Main Street, Suite 200 � New Brighton, MN 55112
Tel. 763.571.9781 � Fax 763.572.7950 � www.twincitiesnorth.org
Events, dates, and times subject to change. Visit www.twincitiesnorth.org for a complete,
accurate listing of all events.
Friday, March 11, 2011
Silverwood Park, St. Anthony
Evening Entertainment:
Cash Bar
Cash & Coupon-a-tor
Business Excellence Awards
Complimentary Photos
Delicious Food Provided by Chamber
Member restaurants and caterers
Men’s Tie Contest Judging
Networking with over 200 attendees
Silent Auction
Ultimate Prize Giveaway
Wine Raffle
Women’s Big Hat Contest Judging
Register online today at www.twincitiesnorth.org! Market your company to over 200 business owners and guests! Many marketing opportunities still available!
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