Nexus May 2011

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A monthly newsletter from the Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce

May 2011

NEXUS | Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce2

I’m often asked by members and non-members alike, “Are you enjoying this job?” Well, the answer is a resounding yes! Even on the days when I’m not smiling, and there are those days, I’m still struck by how engaged the East Metro business community is in demanding excellence from their Chamber and in expecting great results from their communities.

But what does that mean? When I tell someone that we have engaged members I often get a shake of the head, as if to say “Well, duh!” Every Chamber expects engaged members, so are we really any di� erent? Do we have a special sauce that somehow sets us apart?

If I had to de� ne our special sauce I’d tell you that our members simply have higher expectations. � ey join the Chamber for all the regular reasons, networking,

great events, a sense of civic engagement; but they also expect that their Chamber, and they really mean “theirs,” will work for the business community across all our civic partners. � eir expectations start with a Chamber working as hard as it can, every day, for the success of its members and end with the demand that we engage our civic partners in recognizing the contributions of the business community and involving us, asking our opinion, on the conduct of business in the community.

Our members don’t just show up at meetings, they call us, they write us, and they are not shy about asking why we are, or are not, doing something. I’ve been struck by how many members, when downtown on business, simply stop into the Chamber to say hello and in the

President’s Perspective

PRESIDENT’S PERSPECTIVE

by Matt Kramer

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time honored tradition of the East Metro, take a minute to tell us what we should be working on.

I wouldn’t have it any other way. Any business owner will tell you that the most dangerous customer is not the one who complains all the time, it is the customer who doesn’t say a word right up until the point they walk out of your business, never to return. I want our members to expect more. I want our members to ask us why, and why not. If our members are quiet I don’t take it as we are doing a great job, I simply take it as our members are taking a collective deep breath before launching into the next dialogue.

When you read Nexus, when you skim through Friday Facts, I hope you feel the emotion we put into every word. � is is your Chamber, and if you aren’t satis� ed than we aren’t satis� ed. � ank you for letting me be part of this great Chamber.


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PRESIDENT’S PERSPECTIVE


For new and existing Chamber members who may not know much about the rich history of the Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce, consider this article a lesson in ‘Chamber History 101.’

Imagine your Chamber in its very beginning with just 167 members, during a time when typewriters and telephones represented cutting edge innovation, railroads were up and coming in Saint Paul, and the second Industrial Revolution was well underway.

From railroads and streetcars to current day high speed rail initiatives; from snail mail marketing to social media campaigns; from membership Blitz Day to the 50X2 campaign, Chamber history tends to repeat itself and give new insight into some of today’s pressing issues. Today, the Saint Paul

Area Chamber of Commerce is stronger than ever with the collective in� uence of over 1,200 members.

Some may remember it as the Saint Paul Association of Commerce or the Association of Business and Public A� airs. Regardless of name changes, the Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce still serves many of its original members including the Saint Paul Pioneer Press, Hamline University, Burlington Northern, MN State Fair, Saint Paul YMCA, Travelers, and Moore Costello and Hart P.L.L.P. � e Chamber also serves other long time � xtures in the Saint Paul area including the University of St. � omas, Macalester College, Bethel College, Briggs and Morgan, Securian, 3M, and Town and Country Club.

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A Historical Look at � e Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce


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“Think well…speak well…

do well…for Saint Paul!”

— Popular Chamber slogan in 1960.


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Historical Milestones

Before Twitter and Facebook, cable television or smart phones, there was radio. In April of 1926, Chamber member WCCO Broadcasting entertained Chamber members and sta� at an Open Forum Luncheon held at the Saint Paul Athletic Club. Discussions included radio legislation as it related to citizens of Saint Paul and other radio-related topics. Shortly after, WCCO rolled out Saint Paul Community Radio Hour, which played weekly dinner hour concerts featuring Saint Paul orchestras and soloists.

1960 marked a particularly productive year for the Chamber with a spring membership drive called Blitz Day. � e program managed to increase membership by nearly 50 percent (503 new members) and raised $74,000 in just one

day! � e money raised was invested back into Saint Paul through the creation of new services and programs, one of which was the creation of the Better Business Bureau. � e bureau was launched to “curb and eliminate frauds, rackets and unwanted solicitations and to act as a watch-dog

of unethical advertising practices.” It has since separated from the Chamber and remains one of the best known institutions today.

Also in 1960, long time competitors the Saint Paul and Minneapolis Chambers decided to “bury the hatchet” at the Town and Country Club. Today, the two Chambers continue to work together and partner on several events, including the annual Twins Luncheon.


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Fun Facts:

-In 1852, the � rst railroad entered Saint Paul.

- “Saint Paul…Where good business combines with good living” was Saint Paul’s slogan in 1945 selected by the National Publicity Committee.

- “Saint Paul is bustin’ out all over” was the Chamber’s 93rd Annual Meeting theme song in 1960.

- Apollo 16 astronauts were honored at the Chamber’s Public Luncheon in June, 1972.

Over the years, the Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce has had a number of renowned speakers step up to the podium. Would you believe that Ronald Reagan was a featured guest speaker at the Chamber’s 95th Annual Meeting in 1962? For only $6, guests had the opportunity to hear from one of Hollywood’s most popular and well-known spokesmen, as well as future U.S. President!


CALENDAR OF EVENTS

May 2011Event Date/Time Location Description Sponsors

Chamber U: Managing Your Digital Footprint Members $10 Non-members $20

Thursday, May 128:00 - 9:00 a.m.

Chamber of Commerce Center401 N Suite 150 Saint Paul 55101

Do you know what your digital brand is saying about you? In our evolving media environment, your company’s website isn’t the most important part of your online presence anymore – it’s just a piece of the larger puzzle!

Today, every brand’s biggest advantage is “distributed content” strategy: the art of publishing your content, information and insight through others’ media channels – not just your own.

Join us May 12 for a presentation by Lisa Helminiak of Azul 7 and learn how to manage all of the components of your digital footprint!

May Membership Meeting featuring Minnesota State Demographer, Tom GillaspyMembers $30 Non-members $50

Tuesday, May 1711:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Town & Country Club300 Mississippi River Blvd. NSaint Paul 55104

How has Minnesota changed in the last decade? What are the impacts of the census? Where do Minnesotans rank for education, voting and quality of life? Join us and Minnesota State Demographer Tom Gillaspy to fi nd out. Don’t miss out on lunch and networking at the Town & Country Club!

About our speaker:

Tom Gillaspy is Minnesota’s state demographer. Gillaspy has served this role in the Department of Administration since 1979. His work involves understanding and applying demographic trends in areas such as the state’s economy, health care for an aging population, welfare reform, rural population change, labor shortages, government spending and the aging state workforce.

Prior to moving to Minnesota, Gillaspy held the position of demographer at the Andrus Gerontology Center, University of Southern California. He received his PhD in economics from Pennsylvania State University, specializing in economic demography. He also holds a master’s degree in agricultural economics.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

May 2011Event Date/Time Location Description Sponsors

Public Affairs SeriesState of the Suburbs: Providing Quality Services in an Age of Fiscal CrisisMembers $20 Non-members $30

Monday, May 2311:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Symantec2815 Cleveland Avenue NorthRoseville MN 55113

Join the Chamber for an intense discussion about the biggest challenges and opportunities facing our East Metro Suburban communities. Hear directly from the city offi cials responsible for the day-to-day operations of East Metro cities and bring your questions and ideas about how they balance the demand for quality services with the need to be good stewards of taxpayer money.

Featured Panelists:Craig Waldron, City Administrator of OakdaleTerry Schwerm, City Manager of ShoreviewBill Malinen, City Manager of Roseville

Moderator:Jim Mulder, former executive director of the Association of Minnesota Counties

YPro: A Conversation with Mayor Coleman$25

Tuesday, May 245:30 - 7:30 p.m.

The Lexington1096 Grand AvenueSaint Paul 55105

Join us on May 24 to network with fellow young professionals and gain valuable insight from Mayor Coleman!

Social Reception at Holiday Inn Saint Paul EastMembers $10 Non-members $20

Wednesday, May 255:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Holiday Inn Saint Paul East2201 Burns AvenueSaint Paul 55119

Come join us on May 25 for a Social Reception at Holiday Inn Saint Paul East! Please join Bonnie Holub, Chair of the 2011 Board of Directors, for a fun evening of networking! Meet fellow Chamber members and visit with old friends while enjoying fabulous food and drinks!

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TruStone Financial Federal Credit Union, 757 Cleveland Avenue South, Saint Paul, MN 55116

Coulee Bank, 742 Grand Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55105


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Minneapolis-based Children’s Hospitals & Clinics of Minnesota hired Dr. Joseph Petronio as leader of its neurosurgery program and named Roxanne Fernandes as chief nursing o« cer.

Briggs and Morgan, Minneapolis, elected Sam Hanson to vice president, Michael Miller to secretary and Timothy � ornton and Brian Wenger to members of its board of directors. Additionally, Aakash Chandarana and Britt Gilbertson of Briggs and Morgan have been named 2011 “Up & Coming Attorneys” by Minnesota Lawyer for their professional accomplishments, leadership skills and dedication to the community.

Metro Meals on Wheels, Minneapolis, elected Julia Clark, Xcel Energy Inc.; Jean Leuthner, Guthrie � eatre; Hilary Loynes, Larson King; Deb Taylor, Senior Community Services; Jennifer Van Wyk, Open Arms Minnesota; and Janell Wampler, Roseville Area Senior Program, to its board of directors.

Maplewood-based 3M Co. invested in motionID Technologies, an electronic-payment system developer based in Munich, Germany.

Eagan-based ProAct has named a new sales manager, Greg Pechman.

Alliance Bank, Saint Paul, hired Sharon Battis as vice president of human resources.

Securian Financial Group Inc., Saint Paul, promoted Marshal Urbanz to senior key account manager.

Lindquist & Vennum, Minneapolis, hired Richelle Wahi as partner.

Fast Horse Inc., Minneapolis, hired Bob Ingrassia as senior director of content marketing, Amanda Mark as client relationship director and Andrew Miller as associate.

Minnesota Historical Society, Saint Paul, hired Stephen Elliott as director and CEO.

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Minneapolis-based Greater Twin Cities United Way hired Ben Knoll as chief operating o« cer.

Marco Inc., St. Louis Park, hired Ryan Halbert and Michael Tomsche as technology advisers. � e company also received a 2011 Perfect Image award from imageSource magazine for best implementation of managed services, allowing organizations to manage their print and IT environments while controlling costs.

Alerus Financial, Minnetonka, hired Jon Kerzmann as human resources generalist.

Internet Broadcasting Systems Inc., Saint Paul, hired Elmer Baldwin as president and CEO.

Maplewood-based Junior Achievement of the Upper Midwest elected to its board of directors Tom Holman, founder and director at the Morning Foundation, and Shane Waslaski, senior vice president of Otter Tail Corp.

Eagan-based ProAct Inc. hired Greg Pechman as sales manager.

Maplewood-based 3M Co. was named the 2011 Employer of Choice award winner for the Midwest region by the Washington, D.C.-based Minority Corporate Counsel Association. � e company also acquired assets of Stamford, Conn.-based Zargis Medical Corp., maker of diagnostic software to classify suspected heart murmurs.

Saint Paul-based Ecolab won a best product design award in the 2011 Social Innovation Awards at the JustMeans Rede� ning Value Conference in London for its DryExx GS Lubricant.

Hazelden, Center City, along with Minneapolis-based Maccabee Group won two national Bulldog Awards for Excellence in Media and Public Relations for the “Four Generations Overcoming Addiction” campaign.



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Minnesota Public Radio News won nine awards; including best website and best newscast, in the 2011 Minnesota Associated Press Awards competition in addition to a third place National Headliner Award from the Press Club of Atlantic City.

Meritex Enterprises Inc., Minneapolis, closed on a debt and equity joint venture, aggregating approximately $24 million in gross proceeds, on its acquisition of a 10-building portfolio in Atlanta.



A.R.C. PhotographyPhotographers-StudioMr. Alex Carroll261 North Ruth StreetSuite DSaint Paul, MN 55119www.photographybyarc.com

Avis Budget GroupAuto-Renting & LeasingMr. Joseph Kandravi2240 Airport LaneMinneapolis, MN 55450

Baja Sol Tortilla GrillRestaurantsMs. Linda Wagner8364 Third Street NorthOakdale, MN 55128www.baja-sol.com

Bockorny GroupPublic AffairsMr. Erich Mische1101 16th Street North WestDistrict of Columbia, DC 20036www.bockornygroup.com

Clear Channel Outdoor, Inc.Advertising-OutdoorMs. Susan Adams Lloyd3225 Spring Street NortheastMinneapolis, MN 55413www.clearchannel.com

French Meadow Bakery & CafeCaterersMr. Steve Shapiro2610 Lyndale Avenue SouthMinneapolis, MN 55408www.frenchmeadowcafe.com

Green Energy Products, LLCEnergy Conservation SpecialistsMr. Jared Brewington1315 West Central StreetP.O. Box 108Springfi eld, MN 56087www.GreenEnergyProductsLLC.com

Hillcrest Golf Club of Saint PaulGolf CoursesMs. Marisa MorchinekP.O. Box 9399Saint Paul, MN 55109www.hillcreststpaul.com

maX it PAWNRetailMr. Mark Smith34 13th Avenue North East, Suite 104Minneapolis, MN 55413www.maxitpawn.net

Merrill Lynch - Matt KilleenFinancial ServicesMr. Matt Killeen30 East 7th Street, Suite 3400Saint Paul, MN 55101

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MEMBER CHECKLIST

• Attend Chamber 101

• Join our group on LinkedIn, become a Facebook

Fan & follow us on Twitter

• Take advantage of new member recognition at the

monthly Membership Meeting for the fi rst

six months of your membership!

• Use your new member coupon at an event

• Offer a SPACC Savings coupon or take advantage

of one

• Post your events on the Community Calendar

• Use the Chamber logo on your marketing materials

Welcome New Members!


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Mounds Park AcademySchools-Colleges & UniversitiesMs. Colleen Winters2051 Larpenteur Avenue EastSaint Paul, MN 55109

OtterBase IncEmployment ServicesMr. Joe Cheney5001 American Blvd., Suite 405Bloomington, MN 55437www.otterbase.com

Pool & Yacht Club Inc.ClubsMs. Maureen Gruntner1600 Lilydale RoadLilydale On The MississippiSaint Paul, MN 55118www.poolandyachtclub.com

Signsational GraphicsSignsMs. Ann Young2233 North Hamline AvenueSuite 600Saint Paul, MN 55113

SmartBox of MinnesotaStorage FacilitiesMike Miller3900 50th Avenue NorthBrooklyn Center, MN 55429http://www.smartboxusa.com

Staples - RosevilleOffi ce SuppliesMr. Kevin Monk2100 North Snelling Avenue, Unit 42Roseville, MN 55113www.staples.com


Purchase Ad SpacePlace your product or service in front of motivated business professionals by advertising in the Chamber’s monthly e-newsletter, Nexus. Our readers share your commitment to the economic vitality of the Saint Paul/East Metro area. When you do business with other Chamber members, you help to maintain our area as a great place to live, work and do business.

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Who you’re reaching:

• Over 13,000 business readers each month

• Decision makers – 52% are business owners

• Small to mid-size businesses - 81% of companies having <100 employees

• Internet users - 91% of Chamber members prefer to receive information online

For rate information and to purchase ad space, contact:Kelsey [email protected]

© Copyright 2011 Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce. All rights reserved.Chamber of Commerce Center, 401 North Robert Street Suite 150, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101Phone: 651.223.5000 Fax: 651.223.5119


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Bonnie HolubChair of the BoardArcLight Technology Consulting

Susan KratzImmediate Past ChairMoore, Costello & Hart, P.L.L.P.

Matt KramerSecretary/TreasurerSaint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce

David RomFinance & AuditPlatinum Bank

Scott BurnsGovDelivery

Sara CrigerChair-ElectSt. Joseph’s Hospital, HealthEast Care System

Bill FoussardWhite Bear Country Inn

Guy GilmoreSaint Paul Pioneer Press

Sherry HastingsFrauenshuh Companies

Bill KaphingXcel Energy Inc.

Vince MontgomeryTKDA

Dan ScottLeonard, Street & Deinard

Kris TaylorEcolab

Robin Torgerson3M

Susan WenzKSTC – Channel 45

Mark BagleyU.S. Bank

Kari Canfi eldMidway Chamber of Commerce

Angela CraigSaint Jude Medical, Inc.

Zach CrainMoore, Costello & Hart, P.L.L.P.

Chris GeorgacasGoff Public

Morris GoodwinAmherst H. Wilder Foundation

Doug HennesUniversity of St. Thomas

Bill KavanaughSecurian Financial Group, Inc.

Craig LeipoldMinnesota Wild

Bill LentschDelta Airlines, Inc.

Tammy Mencel Minneapolis/Saint Paul Business Journal

Jaci Meyer, Agent State Farm Insurance – Jaci Meyer

Al PaulsonMarketplace Productions, LLC

Susan Rani Rani Engineering

Joe Richburg Keystone Computer Solutions

Tony SchwartzCORMARQ

Stuart SimekMeridian Management, Inc.

Steve SnellingSand Companies

Mark StutrudSummit Brewing Company

Tomi RybaUnited Hospital

Craig TaylorUniversity of Minnesota

Beverly TurnerTravelers

Mike ZipkoGoff Public

2011 BOARD OF DIRECTORS2011 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Nexus is a monthly publication for the members of the Saint Paul Area

Chamber of Commerce. The objective of Nexus is to inform and educate

members of news and events in the Chamber and the Saint Paul/East Metro

area. For more information about the Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce

or to comment on Nexus, please call 651.223.5000 or visit our website at

saintpaulchamber.com. We value your input, feedback and questions.

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