Brad Gruhot, membership director for the SouthWest Metro Chamber of Commerce, was recognized as the top individual membership sales person for the year in his chamber budget category, selling 118 members for $42,227. He, along with some of his peers, participated in the MCCE Members Sales Excellence Award Program. Local Minnesota chamber executives, along with their board members, visit with U.S. Representative Michelle Bachman during the MCCE's Washington, D.C., event. The American Legion Hiring Our Heroes veterans job fair in Minneapolis had an excellent turnout with more than 60 employers offering a wide variety of positions to local servicemen and servicewomen. The event was sponsored by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce along with the Minnesota Chamber and several local chamber partners including Dakota County Regional, Edina, Fergus Falls, Litchfield, MetroNorth, Minneapolis, Owatonna and Waconia. Participants of the MCCE annual trip to Washington, D.C., held in conjunction with the U.S. Chamber Small Business Summit, pose for a photo on the rooftop of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce office. Kerry Holubar, membership director for the Brainerd Lakes Chamber, was awarded for being the top individual membership sales person for the year in her chamber budget category, selling 128 members for $45,085. She, along with some of her peers, participated in the MCCE Members Sales Excellence Award Program. Dale Barnett, chairman of the National Economics Commission; Arrie Larsen Manti, president of the Edina Chamber of Commerce; and Robert Madden, assistant director of economics at The American Legion, participated in The American Legion Hiring Our Heroes veterans job fair August 27 in Minneapolis. The event was sponsored by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and several other local chamber partners.



 

Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Executives

Scholarship Applications

2012 Mini Institute Scholarship Application
Deadline to apply is May 11.

Upcoming Events

Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Executives D.C. Fly In, May 21 – 23, 2012

Join with business leaders from across Minnesota and participate in the U.S. Chamber of Commerce America’s Small Business Summit. This year’s event will be held May 21-23, 2012. MCCE takes advantage of a great event sponsored by the U.S. Chamber and incorporates Minnesota specific events and briefings, including individual appointments with all members of the Minnesota delegation. We are currently working on finalizing the agenda, but register today and plan to participate. Minnesota participants must register with MCCE, not the U.S. Chamber. Click here to register online. Registration includes all U.S. Chamber and Minnesota events and meetings. Airfare, lodging and local transportation are the responsibility of individual participants. For more information, contact Jennifer Byers at jbyers@mnchamber.com or (651) 292-4673.

Mini Institute June 7, 2012

The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Executives’ most widely attended conference will be held on Thursday, June 7 at the Holiday Inn and Suites in St. Cloud. Mini Institute offers the opportunity for all chamber staff from across the state to further develop their knowledge and skills in a one-day event.

The conference offers a wide range of topics, three break out sessions and large group presentations. You can be confident that you will leave reinvigorated, and well-connected to peers across Minnesota.

Click here to download the full agenda.

For additional event detials and to register online click here.

Position Openings

The following position(s) are open in Minnesota Chambers. If you would like more information, or a copy of the job descriptions, call Jennifer Byers at 651-292-4673 or email jbyers@mnchamber.com.

There are currently no positions open, please check back again later.

Other Resources

Networking
Education and the sharing of ideas is essential to the development of any professional. MCCE is known for its excellent educational opportunities for chamber professionals and volunteers. In addition, conferences and regional meetings provide an avenue for professionals from throughout the state to network and share ideas, both formally and informally.

Executive Assistance
Probably one of the most valuable of MCCE benefits is the support of our executives. Whether it's providing ideas on a specific program or career counseling, MCCE executives are willing to share their experience and suggestions on any topic related to chamber management.

Resource Library
A variety of information compiled within the MCCE office to provide guidance and reference for numerous topics that pertain to the success and prosperity of local chambers.The extensive files information on everything from board member job descriptions and evaluators to volunteer recognition ideas and awards. Please take advantage of this great resource.

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