BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080430T123000Z DTEND: 20080430T140000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: Speed Networking DESCRIPTION: On Wednesday, April 30th, B@B will be replaced by Speed Networking. The Chamber is proud to provide this unique networking opportunity to EP Chamber Members. Bring plenty of business cards and a one-minute "informercial" on your business as you'll be whisked around to different contacts throughout the morning.

Bent Creek Golf Club is located at 14490 Valley View Road in Eden Prairie. Breakfast is included in the $10 fee. Call the Chamber with more questions or sign-up now!! CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080506T163000Z DTEND: 20080506T180000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: Ambassador Committee DESCRIPTION: The Chamber Ambassadors serve as Good Will Representatives in the Eden Prairie Business Community. They learn about member businesses and their needs, and encourage membership retention through communication of Chamber benefits and programs. Ambassadors are often the first and most consistent contacts for members.

Ambassadors are encouraged to participate in all of the Chamber activities including monthly Ambassador Meetings, monthly luncheons & breakfast meetings, bi-monthly site visits to new Member Businesses, Grand Openings & Ribbon Cuttings... and much more!

Ambassador Meetings take place on the first Tuesday of each month, with times alternating between 11:30a.m. one month and 4:30p.m. the next month.

If you are interested in becoming an Ambassador, please contact Laura Muenchow, Membership Coordinator at the Chamber for more information. (952) 944-2830. CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080507T123000Z DTEND: 20080507T140000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: B@B DESCRIPTION: Business @ Breakfast is our weekly formal networking opportunity for you to promote your business to other Chamber Business Members. Each week, one Chamber Business does a 10 minute presentation. All other attendees then get to do a one-minute "commercial" to promote their own business.

Join this growing weekly networking group - RSVP for the May 7th group and try it out! Cost to attend is $10 for Members and $15 for non-Members (non-Members will be invoiced for the difference if signing up online). Breakfast from D'Brians Catering & Deli is included in the fee.

The Colony is an assisted living complex located at 431 Prairie Center Drive in Eden Prairie.
CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080508T160000Z DTEND: 20080508T173000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: Women's Networking Luncheon DESCRIPTION: Join us as Chere Bork, long-time Eden Prairie resident speaks on how to overcome the growing amounts of daily stress in the workplace. She'll teach you if you are scheduling your priorties or prioritizing your schedule!

Click Here to view the event flyer! This event is $20 for Members and $35 for non-Members (non-Members will be billed difference if signing up online).

Want more info? Visit Chere online at www.cherebork.com.
CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080512T223000Z DTEND: 20080513T000000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: After Hours - Chamber Bowling Preview Night! DESCRIPTION: The Chamber Bowling League is wrapping up their spring league with an End of Season Party! YOU are invited to join them for their last event until next fall's league. Come for some bowling, appetizers and social networking to see what the league is all about!

Bowling space is limited, so RSVP now to reserve your spot. Not interested in bowling but still want to join in the fun? Sign up anyway to come for this unique After Hours Event!

Click Here to view the event flyer for more complete details.
CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080513T140000Z DTEND: 20080513T153000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: Flagship Bank Grand Re-Opening DESCRIPTION: Flagship Bank is celebrating their grand re-opening with an entire week of tours, special offers & refreshments! Click here to view their flyer.

The Chamber of Commerce will be helping Flagship by holding a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony during the grand re-opening on Tuesday, May 13th. Feel free to stop by and participate - the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will take place at 9:30a.m.

Flagship Bank is located at 7525 Office Ridge Circle in Eden Prairie. CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080514T123000Z DTEND: 20080514T140000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: B@B DESCRIPTION:

Business @ Breakfast is a great breakfast networking opportunity and forum to let Chamber members get to know you and your business. Each week will have a featured 10 minute speaker and then one minute "commercial" introductions from the rest of the group. Referrals are highly encouraged.

We look forward to networking with you soon!

Cost to attend is $10/members, $15/non-members and registration is required.
Walk-ins will be billed an additional $5.

The Colony is located at 431 Prairie Center Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344, 952-828-9500

CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080515T163000Z DTEND: 20080515T180000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: General Membership Luncheon DESCRIPTION: The Chamber welcomes back Erik Saltvold, more commonly known as "Erik the Bike Man." Erik began his own business at 13 in the barn of his family's home in Richfield, MN. Erik's Bike Shop has now grown to a network of 15 stores throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin, and has also received various local and national recognition. Erik will share his inspiriational business sucess story with Chamber Members.

The luncheon will also feature the recipients of our Small Business Person of the Year Award and two Student Scholarship awards.

The cost for this event is $25 for Members and $40 for non-Members (non-Members will be billed for the difference if signing up online).
CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080516T123000Z DTEND: 20080516T140000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: Chamber Express DESCRIPTION:

The Chamber Express Membership Orientation presentation includes an overview of the Chamber?s services, committees, various events, advertising and sponsorship options, and additional value-added programs available for Chamber members to get involved with. You will also have the chance to network with current Chamber members and hear their firsthand experience with programs, committees and events. Complimentary continental breakfast and coffee will be served from D. Brian?s Deli.

As a new or prospective Chamber member, please plan on attending this free informational event!

The Chamber Office is located on the NE corner of 212 and Viking Dr in the M&I Bank Building
For more information, contact Alli Hicks at the Chamber; 952-944-2830.

CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080516T160000Z DTEND: 20080516T173000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: Gala Committee DESCRIPTION: The Annual Gala is the biggest event and biggest fundraiser for the Chamber. As a part of the Gala Committee, you help make all the important decisions that go into planning an event of this size.

This year's Gala theme is "Dancing With the Stars." The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 1st at Bearpath Golf & Country Club.

Interested in joining the Gala Committee? Call the Chamber at (952) 944-2830 and ask for Laura or Pat.
CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080520T123000Z DTEND: 20080520T140000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: Government Comm DESCRIPTION: The Government Committee's mission is to study and identify legislative, transportation, and business advocacy issues and communicate positions to local metro and state officials. Their goal is to meet with and influence the people who are forming current policy and future legislation.

For more information contact Pat MulQueeny at pat.mulqueeny@epchamber.org.
CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080520T163000Z DTEND: 20080520T180000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: Emerging Leaders DESCRIPTION:

The Emerging Leaders Networking Group is comprised of younger individuals who are newer to the business world and to their professions. The purpose is to share business strategies and professional experiences while networking through monthly meetings and social events. We invite you to join us each month in the party room at The Bluffs at Nine Mile Creek Apartments: 7475 Flying Cloud Dr. for lots of fun and great networking!

The Emerging Leaders Networking Group pays dues twice a year to cover food and Chamber expenses incurred by the group. The cost is $50 due in January and July.

Look for our fun Social Events every month also. All young professionals of Chamber Member businesses are welcome to attend, please RSVP through the website.

CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080521T123000Z DTEND: 20080521T140000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: B@B DESCRIPTION: Business @ Breakfast is a great breakfast networking opportunity and forum to let Chamber members get to know you and your business. Each week will have a featured 10 minute speaker and then one minute "commercial" introductions from the rest of the group. Referrals are highly encouraged.

We look forward to networking with you soon!

Cost to attend is $10/members, $15/non-members and registration is required.
Walk-ins will be billed an additional $5.

The Colony is located at 431 Prairie Center Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344, 952-828-9500

CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080521T210000Z DTEND: 20080521T223000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: After Hours - Block Party DESCRIPTION:

The Block Party is a FREE After Hours networking event open to all Chamber Members. Join in the fun as members are offered tours of the following Member businesses:

Anytime Fitness
Beacon Bank
Crumb Gourmet Deli
Facelogic - Essential Skincare & Spa
Kidcreate Studio
ScotTrade
Umbria Gourmet Pizzeria

The Lone Oaks Center is located on the Southwest corner of Highway 5 & Mitchell Road in Eden Prairie. Check-in will take place at Anytime Fitness with tours of each business to follow. The event will culminate with informal networking and FREE appetizers inside Beacon Bank. Gourmet food will be provided by Crumb Deli and Umbria Pizzeria!

Also, bring plenty of business cards for your chance to win the following door prizes:
Six Month Membership (Anytime Fitness)
$25 Gift Card (Crumb Deli)
Introductory Facial, $65 Value (Facelogic)
Children's Art Kits (Kidcreate)
$25 Gift Card (Umbria Pizzeria)
TBD (ScotTrade)

THIS EVENT REQUIRES AN RSVP, SO SIGN UP TODAY TO JOIN IN THE BLOCK PARTY FUN! Or, Click Here to view the event flyer.

CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080528T123000Z DTEND: 20080528T140000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: Business Dev. DESCRIPTION: The Business Development Committee exists to foster a positive, health environment, which promotes existing businesses and new business growth and development. They meet every fourth Wednesday of the month at the Chamber Office from 7:30am - 9:00am.

If you're interested in learning more about this committee, call Pat MulQueeny at (952) 944-2830.
CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20081024T210000Z DTEND: 20081024T223000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: ChamberFest 2008 DESCRIPTION: Timberlodge Steakhouse in Eden Prairie will host and sponsor ChamberFest this year on October 14th, 2008 from 4-7 p.m. Past years have seen up to 150 attendees at this fun event!

There will be complimentary appetizers, cash bar with some drink specials and door prize drawings!!

Drawings will be done by the number of years membership, with the grand prize going to a member from the 20+ year category.

RSVP today!!
CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080528T203000Z DTEND: 20080528T220000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: Education Committee DESCRIPTION: The Education Committee focuses on educational topics and provides opportunities for Chamber Members. Their mission is to foster a better understanding of education and training needs of the business community. They also work to identify exceptional programs and individuals in the educational system and business community through the recognition and scholarship awards of the Chamber.

This committee meets every fourth Wednesday of the month from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. in the Chamber Conference Room. For more information, contact Laura Muenchow at the Chamber at (952) 944-2830. CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080528T220000Z DTEND: 20080528T233000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: Emerging Leaders Social! DESCRIPTION: The Emerging Leaders Networking Group is comprised of younger individuals who are newer to the business world and to their professions. The purpose is to share business strategies and professional experiences while networking through monthly meetings and social events. Each month we gather for a lunchtime meeting as well as a social event.

This month, we're meeting at Golf Zone, located in Chaska just off of Highway 212 & Highway 101. We'll all play a round of mini golf before heading over to Lions Tap in Eden Prairie for a social hour! Lions Tap is located at the intersection of Highway 212 and County Road 4.

The Emerging Leaders Networking Group pays dues twice a year to cover food and Chamber expenses incurred by the group. The cost is $50 due in January and July.

For information on joining the group or coming to our May Social, contact Laura Muenchow at (952) 944-2830 or Laura.Muenchow@epchamber.org.

CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DCREATED: 20080703T225943Z DTSTART: 20080529T163000Z DTEND: 20080529T180000Z PRIORITY: 1 SUMMARY: Progressive Networking DESCRIPTION: What is Progressive Networking? The object of attending Chamber Events is to make as many new connections as possible. Progressive Networking opens the door to a whole new concept! With each course of your meal at Timberlodge, you also move to a whole new table of Chamber business representatives which ultimately gives you the most diverse networking experience possible!

Each participant will be pre-assigned to tables for each course of the meal, so make sure to RSVP by 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 28th.
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