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COMMUNITY NEWS • Grand Opening of Mayo Clinic's New Building • Grantees Announced to Support Small Business Success • Big Job Gains in Minnesota

FEATURE Legislative Preview

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CHAMBER NEWS • Events • Candidate Training Program • Connecting Young Professionals with the RYT Network • 2024 Rochester Area Community Guide & Chamber Directory • Welcome New Chamber Ambassadors • Leadership Greater Rochester Applications Opening on February 19

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NEWSREEL New Roles and Celebrations

RIBBON CUTTINGS Grand Openings, Anniversaries, New Members, and Other Celebrations

NEW MEMBERS Welcome to the Chamber

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ARCHITECTURE • ENGINEERING • PLANNING

ONE FIRM: INFINITE SOLUTIONS

CHAMBER STAFF & BOARD

February 2024 Advantage Magazine

Chamber Staff CHAMBER PRESIDENT

PUBLIC AFFAIRS & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

SENIOR DIRECTOR, EVENTS & PROGRAMS

Jonathon Krull | 507-424-5677

Ally Sheehan | 507-424-5687

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Kali Aldrich | 507-424-5665

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE & OPERATIONS

WORKFORCE INITIATIVES & RYT NETWORK DIRECTOR

MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR

COMMUNICATIONS & DESIGN DIRECTOR

Kaytlyn Anzivino | 507-424-5662

Tim Shea | 507-424-5663

Sophia van Oss | 507-424-5661

Ryan Parsons | 507-288-1122

SENIOR DIRECTOR, MEMBERSHIP & DEVELOPMENT

Madelyn Ryan | 507-424-5699

Cherie Thurlow | 507-288-1122

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Scott Eggert | Broadway Plaza

Gwen Stevens | People's Energy Cooperative

Jessica Eidem | IBM Corporation

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John Eckerman | RSP Architects

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Knutson Construction

CHAD BEHNKEN

DOUG HOLTAN

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Hamilton Real Estate

Mayo Clinic

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Rochester Community and Technical College

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Rochester-area businesses are empowered to succeed in a diverse and collaborative climate.

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Throughout the year, the Chamber produced events, resources, discussions, and more in the areas of advocacy, workforce, professional development, networking, and more.

These resources and opportunities are developed to support members as they strive for success, develop their teams, and adapt to an ever-changing business landscape. The Chamber is grateful to have an increase in member engagement in events and programs throughout 2024.

Eggs and Issues, a long-standing series, provides opportunities for member businesses to learn about and discuss the issues that impact their businesses and the community.

In February 2023, Eggs and Issues featured a discussion of the Minnesota state budget with then Commissioner Jim Schowalter of the Minnesota Department of Management and Budget.

Commissioner Schowalter shared his budget forecast for the state of Minnesota and engaged with attendees. This included insight into priorities and initiatives surrounding the budget and potential challenges and opportunities for Minnesota's financial stability moving forward.

The Chamber celebrated the second year of Lemonade Day, which is a free experiential learning program that teaches local youth entrepreneurial and financial literacy as they learn how to start their very own business. This year, nearly 500 young entrepreneurs learned the aspects of developing and maintaining a business such as creating a product, establishing a budget, and designing a marketing plan. In addition, 20 local Rochester businesses participated in the Sweet Spot program, which is designed to help future entrepreneurs sign up for high-traffic locations on Rochester’s Lemonade Day.

In May 2023, Caitlin Codella Low, Vice President, Policy and Programs and Kyle Butler, Manager, Programs from the US Chamber’s Center for Education and Workforce presented City Director Ally Sheehan said, “It and discussed the importance of was amazing to see participants, the talent pipeline when it comes families, local businesses and to workforce the Rochester development. community get Following involved in this Low's remarks, "My favorite was visiting the sweet day! My an Education favorite was young entrepreneurs that and Industry visiting the young participated in last year's Partnership Panel entrepreneurs discussed their Lemonade Day to see how that participated collaborative they changed, tweaked or in last year's efforts to facilitate Lemonade Day adapted their stand for the to see how they a local talent pipeline aimed at changed, tweaked second year!" addressing area or adapted their workforce needs. stand for the second year!”

2023’s final Eggs and Issues was held Sheehan attended the National in August with featured speakers Lemonade Day conference where Congressman Brad Finstad (MN-01) she gained ideas, met with other and John Kirchner, Vice President, City Directors, and won an award Midwest Region of the US Chamber for the Rochester MN Lemonade Day highlighting action at Capitol area. Save the date for the upcoming Hill and delivering updates on Lemonade Day on June 8, 2024! relevant legislation to the business community.

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The Chamber’s Annual Celebration gala, held March 2, 2023, at the Mayo Civic Center, was a gathering celebrating Chamber members and their impact on the Rochester region. In 2023, over 700 members joined in celebration with an evening of entertainment and networking.

Fun Pianos!, a dueling pianos act, entertained attendees throughout the night and it was an event to remember. Mark your calendar for our next gala on February 29, 2024!

Each week, over 5,700 business professionals in the area receive the Chamber’s Weekly Update featuring the latest in Chamber events and news. In addition, members also receive the monthly Resource Connect emails, a compilation of useful resources, news, and tools for the business community. As a part of our digital communication, the Chamber also uses social media to engage with the community as well as share about events, programs, announcements, and news. Across all social media channels, the Chamber boosts over 12,000 followers.

community. In addition to features on various aspects of Rochester life and industry, the Rochester Area Community Guide and Chamber Directory also serves as a directory of over 1,100 Chamber members.

Overall, 2,500 area businesses and organizations, current and new residents, and incoming businesses to the area received physical copies of the guide.

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Our monthly magazine, the Advantage, keeps members up-to-date on Chamber and community news. The Advantage is a great publication to learn more about the business community and to stay informed on the challenges and opportunities within the community. Over the 12 issues in 2023, readers learned local legislators perspectives, the young talent opportunities within our RYT Network, the fluctuating real estate market, and more.

“We were excited to release the first annual community guide and look forward to future editions,” said Sophia van Oss, Communications & Design Director at the Chamber. “Thank you to our members, advertisers, and photo contributors for making this guide a reality.”

For the second year in a row, the Chamber released a Shop Local – Holiday Gift Guide to promote member’s businesses and their holiday gift options. This year, we had over 45 members in retail, restaurants, art and photography, health care, and more participate in the guide with a wide variety of offerings.

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2023 marked the inaugural issue of the Rochester Area Community Guide and Chamber Directory.

Sent on a yearly basis, this guide features a regional industry overview and the community at a glance.

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The gift guide and shop local message was promoted throughout the Chamber’s channels including email, social media, Advantage magazine, billboard, and the press. The Chamber also produced a flyer and social media graphics for members to share with others.

“It was great to see the community come together to not only bring joy to the gift recipient, but the local businesses being supported as well,” said van Oss.

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with 4 The Advocate's, 19 Resource Connect and 52 Weekly Update emails sent to 5,790 subscribers

12,139 FOLLOWERS throughout our social media channels

6,360 READERS of Advantage magazine

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WORKFORCE & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Workforce is an ongoing area of focus for the Rochester region and as the Chamber evolves we will expand our resources and opportunities in the areas of talent attraction and retention, career exploration, employer resources, industry and education partnerships, and more. A significant step in this effort took place in 2023 with the expansion of the Chamber team to include a director focusing on workforce initiatives.

Kaytlyn Anzivino joined the Chamber team in June as the new Workforce Initiatives Director and has been essential to the launch of the Chamber’s Rochester Area Young Talent Network (RYT Network) and developing future workforce initiatives of the organization. Select Chamber workforce programs will launch in 2024 and Kaytlyn and the Chamber team are excited to share details in the months ahead. Read more about the RYT Network on page 10.

Since 1987, the Chamber’s Leadership Greater Rochester (LGR) program has propelled leaders in the community to further be inspired, connected, and enlightened. The LGR class provides regional leaders with the tools and interactive experience to take their leadership skills to the next level. The over 1,000 alumni who have graduated from LGR have gone on to serve in various civic, community, and business leadership positions. The LGR network stretches across the community, present in almost every sector.

The 10-month program immerses three dozen leaders in sessions examining everything from economic development and the local arts scene to workforce development and building a sustainable community.

In 2023, participants in the program engaged in the Community Impact Project (CIP), which allows participants to apply their leadership skills and work collaboratively through their strengths to form partnerships, grow their brand, and ultimately meet a community need. 2023 marked a change in the CIP process where two projects moved forward. The class of 2023’s cohort projects included Ped Hub, which aims to increase access to bike repair and connect underserved areas of the community and TechConnect, which is a partnership between AARP’s Senior Planet, 125 LIVE, and the University of Minnesota – Rochester with a goal to increase accessibility, build community, and bridge gaps in technical knowledge.

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Business Development Exchange (BDX) is a quarterly program that provides Chamber members an opportunity to highlight their best practices in specific fields and to share their insight with other members to improve their business operations. Topics covered in 2023 include interview best practices, customer service, employee engagement, and workplace emergency preparedness.

Senior Director, Membership & Development Kali Aldrich stated, “This year, we saw an increase in attendees from both small and large businesses and the topics presented have been well-received by members, enabling individuals to share ideas with their teams to improve their company functionality and morale.”

In November, approximately 110 exhibitors and over 3,000 students participated in the Chamber’s STEAM Summit, an event that connects middle school and high school students in the Southern Minnesota area with area businesses within STEAM industries (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics). This year’s attendance by businesses and students was record setting and the Chamber is thankful for our partnership on this program with Mayo Clinic and Rochester Community Technical College (RCTC).

“It was great to see so many students interacting with hands-on experience. The STEAM Summit provides the opportunity for students to explore and find fields in the careers they might not have known existed.” said Ally Sheehan, Senior Director, Events & Programs at the Chamber. Mark your calendars, the 2024 STEAM Summit will be held on November 12, 2024.

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During the 2023 Legislative session, the 58 ove r 2022 Chamber was very active in communicating and working with legislators to advocate on behalf of Chamber members on various issues. Items of focus from the 2023 legislative session included support of HF1938 (Tax Finance and Policy Bill) which served as the host of the language to support the renewal of Rochester’s local sales tax.

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Throughout 2023, the Chamber has increased our communications with our federal delegation.

Representative Finstad, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Smith, and their respective offices have been fantastic partners of the Chamber and have worked with us to support local requests for funding.

The staff of the three offices have been very engaged, attending chamber events, listening to Chamber members, and sharing that feedback with the Congressman and Senators.

This engagement has resulted in the Chamber progressing our strategic plan objectives of fostering relationships between the Chamber and our federal delegation and their staff.

The Chamber was also involved in strong opposition to legislation such as HF2 (Paid Family and Medical Leave), a sentiment shared by many of our members. This legislation will impose a mandated paid family and medical leave on employers of up to 20 weeks.

This year marked the launch of Fortunately, the implementation of The Advocate, a newsletter from this legislation was pushed back until the Chamber focused on sharing January 1, 2026, allowing time for the information on the advocacy efforts legislature to revisit and amend the of the Chamber and informing program to better members of suit the business relevant news "Your support for our work and stories on the community.

signing onto our coalition letters local, state, and To wrap up of support/opposition made a federal levels. the session, the The Advocate great impact in our efforts" Chamber worked is a monthly closely with our communication local healthcare partners to oppose SF2995 when the Minnesota legislature is not (Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill). in session but is sent out bi-weekly In its introductory form, this bill would have when the legislature is in session. imposed additional oversight boards and “The Advocate will play a key role in legislation that would mandate unnecessary assisting in informing members of rates and staffing levels within the healthcare the issues and policies impacting the industry. “I’d like to recognize and applaud our business community. It is another members who remained active and engaged avenue for us to share resources that with our advocacy throughout the year. Your can inform and educate members support for our work and signing onto our on various advocacy-related issues” coalition letters made a great impact in our stated Jonathon Krull, Public Affairs efforts” noted Jonathon Krull, Public Affairs & & Leadership Development Director at Leadership Development Director at the Chamber. the Chamber.

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KEY INITIATIVES The Chamber recognizes the importance of providing young professionals with the networking opportunities they need to establish themselves within the region’s professional community. To address this need, the Chamber launched the Rochester Area Young Talent Network (RYT Network) in 2023 as a means to provide opportunities for the young talent of the region to create connections, build relationships across diverse industries, and develop a sense of community within their professional lives.

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From its inception, RYT Network members have had the opportunity to attend social events such as bowling and speed networking. Members have also connected with community leaders at CEO Connections, learned more about the Rochester recreation and fitness industry through industry tours, and attended professional development workshops. As we move into the new year, the RYT Network will continue to provide opportunities for its members to connect, learn, grow, and engage with the community and industry.

In the summer of 2023, the Chamber convened a vote yes group to advocate for the renewal of Rochester’s halfpercent local sales tax. The sales tax serves as a critical funding tool for projects that can improve the quality of life for residents, support infrastructure development that serves the business community, and can help drive economic growth in the region.

The Vote Yes – Renew Rochester group was organized and led by the Chamber and included partner organizations such as the Rochester Area Builders, RAEDI, Rochester Area Foundation, Rochester Sports Foundation, Southeast MN Realtors and more. The Chamber’s focus for Vote Yes - Renew Rochester was to educate the community on the benefits that this would bring to the community.

Throughout the campaign, the Chamber sought to provide information and resources to the community through multiple avenues including social media, local news outlets, and Chamber communication channels.

Four information sessions were held by the Chamber for businesses and members of the community to learn more about the projects and ask questions. In addition, the Chamber held community discussion sessions and created resources such as the September issue of the

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Ultimately the local sales tax renewal passed with 54% of the community in support.

This extended the existing sales and use tax of 0.50% for 24 years or until $205 million is collected, to finance a $50 million economic vitality fund, $50 million in street reconstruction; $40 million in flood control and water quality; and a $65 million sports and recreation complex. It is estimated 43% of the revenue generated will come from non-Rochester residents.

“The projects included in the renewal of the local sales tax will encourage economic growth in Rochester, improve community infrastructure, and enhance the area's quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors of Rochester.

We applaud the Rochester community for approving the renewal of Rochester’s local sales tax and investing in the community for decades to come” said Ryan Parsons, President of the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce.

Chamber member engagement in programs continued to increase in 2023. From the monthly AM Espresso and Business After Hours to the Winter Business Showcase, including a quick sell-out in our annual Chamber Kickball Tournament and Golf Outing, our members are active in

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attending our events. In 2023, we hit record attendance for some of our annual events such as the Economic Summit, Local Government Connect, and Annual Celebration. This activity demonstrates how invested the business community is in their Chamber membership and networking with other members to grow their business.

The membership of the Chamber continued to grow in 2023 with over 200 new members joining the organization.

Our focus on advocacy, networking and engagement, workforce, and employer resources has created value for members in various industries and the Chamber will continue to evolve to provide value to members and the Rochester business community in the year ahead.

The Chamber office has undergone a few facelifts this past year. Particularly, the conference room features a new monitor wall, mounted camera, and speakers prepped to help with any meeting needs. As the Chamber has expanded, we have taken the opportunity to refresh our office space for both the team and members. These improvements to our space have created additional opportunities for member businesses to take advantage of the conference room as a location to meet and connect.

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You must register in order to vote!

Early voting is an opportunity to cast your vote when you can, not just on election day.

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2024 Legislative Preview: Insights From Area Legislators Learn from local legislators on what key issues they see impacting businesses, expectations of the 2024 session, and their top focus in the session.

Welcome to 2024, a year where elections will dominate the headlines! As a member of the Minnesota Matters Coalition, the Chamber encourages you to view the left page to find information on how to register to vote, how to request an absentee ballot, early voting information, and key election dates. During this busy election year, we encourage you to do your civic duty and vote!

Late last year the Chamber unveiled The Advocate to compliment and assist our advocacy efforts. This newsletter will play a key role in sharing information on the Chamber’s advocacy work while also informing members of relevant news stories on the local, state, and federal levels. During the legislative session The Advocate will be sent out bi-weekly, keeping members informed of relevant legislation and providing additional information on how to engage with the law-making process. Stay tuned for our 2024 Legislative Agenda which will be unveiled in the first issue of February in The Advocate.

Prior to the beginning of the legislative session, the Chamber takes the opportunity to connect with members of our Rochester delegation to gain their insight into the upcoming session. Delegation members are asked to detail what they see as a key issue impacting the community that can be addressed during the session, their expectations, and their focus for the 2024 legislative session. As we near the gaveling in of the legislature, we encourage you to read the responses of the elected officials on their outlook for the upcoming session and key issues that they anticipate.

The Chamber looks forward to working with you, our members, to continue to share the voice of the business community through our advocacy in the year to come.

DISCLAIMER: The legislator’s responses are the sole views of their own. They do not reflect the opinions or views of the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce or its members. The publication of the Representative and Senator’s statements therein do not imply the expression of any endorsement whatsoever by the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce or its members.

At the time of publication, a response was not available from Rep. Tina Liebling (District 24B) and Sen. Steve Drazkowski (District 20).

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What do you foresee as a key issue impacting the Rochester area business community that can be addressed in the 2024 legislative session?

In 2023 we passed a historic budget that invested in the needs of Minnesotans including record funding for housing, support for long-term care facilities, and substantial new funding to help make the costs of childcare and healthcare more affordable. With a budget already passed, much of our focus in 2024 will be on policy issues as well as passage of a job-creating bonding bill to rebuild critical infrastructure and state assets.

The policy changes we will look at will be ones that can help address rising costs for families, especially in areas like childcare, and other steps to strengthen and grow our workforce. We must also continue to address the backlog of public works projects that face our state. Though we passed a record bonding bill in 2023, there remains a lot of work to do to invest in infrastructure that drives economic development and supports the needs of our communities.

Sen. Liz Boldon

What are your expectations for the 2024 legislative session? Are there trends that the DISTRICT 25 business community should be aware of?

Our 2023 legislative session was a historically productive session that's impact will be felt in Minnesota for years, likely decades, to come. As we head into the 2024 session, I am optimistic that we will continue to make necessary progress on the issues facing working families and our communities, and to build on the successes we had in 2023.

With our budget set for the next two years, it’s unlikely we will move forward with much legislation that will carry a significant fiscal impact. However, there is much we can do to ensure a thriving economy for Minnesotans - especially with an additional bonding package and policy changes to move our state and our region forward.

As an example on the policy front, I anticipate reforms to some zoning and land-use laws that will allow cities and counties the freedom to build and develop more housing, especially the “missing middle” types of housing supply that an affordable market so desperately needs. As Rochester’s growth continues to outpace our ability to build, a common theme across greater Minnesota, we must continue to find ways to expand our housing stock and improve affordability.

As Minnesotans saw in 2023, the era of gridlock is over at the legislature. As we head into 2024, the Senate, the House, and the Governor are working together to deliver for the needs of Minnesotans, and we are excited to keep this positive momentum moving forward in the coming year What is your top focus for the 2024 legislative session?

Many of my core priorities this upcoming session focus on Health and Human Services policy issues. For example, working to make childcare more affordable and accessible to all Minnesotans is a top priority, to ensure every child gets the great start they deserve and every parent has the opportunity to pursue their dreams in the workforce. Work on some licensing reforms, as well as a plan to address affordability for middle income families, will come into focus.

In addition to childcare, my efforts will also include work that improves access and affordability in mental health and dental care, furthers the development of a public health insurance option that every Minnesotan can access, and continued work on medical debt and reforms to predatory debt collection practices more broadly. I also sit on the Housing and Homelessness Prevention, Education Policy, and Elections committees, and there will be important work on these fronts as well.

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What do you foresee as a key issue impacting the Rochester area business community that can be addressed in the 2024 legislative session?

The key to the success of Rochester, the region, and the entire state is investing in our infrastructure. All Minnesotans thrive when we devote time and resources to improving the lives of everyone, and this legislative session the top priority will be passage of a robust bonding bill.

The Rochester legislative delegation welcomed the House Capital Investment Committee to town this fall to view our key priorities for the 2024 bonding bill, including Riverfront Public Realm, Graham Park enhancements, and the Resource Recovery and Carbon Capture facility. These projects are very different from one another, but together they outline a vision of using our current resources to improve the resident and visitor experience.

Bonding bills create good paying jobs and the projects they fund make our community a better place to live. I intend to be a strong advocate for Rochester projects this legislative session.

Rep. Kim Hicks DISTRICT 25A

What are your expectations for the 2024 legislative session? Are there trends that the business community should be aware of?

While I cannot speak to trends, I can emphasize the importance of enhancing our business environment by passage of a bonding bill. Data show a sizable bonding bill creates jobs and make a community a desirable place to live, work, and raise a family.

What is your top focus for the 2024 legislative session?

This may sound like a broken record, but my top focus will be to ensure the legislature passes, and the governor signs, a bonding bill. For all the reasons listed above, and for the health of the Rochester community, this is the right time to pass a sizable bonding bill

What do you foresee as a key issue impacting the Rochester area business community that can be addressed in the 2024 legislative session?

Property taxes are rising particularly quickly in Rochester. This is, in part, due to the lackluster state funding coming to the city of Rochester through Local Government Aid (LGA). Using 2024 as an example, Rochester receives about $32 per capita in LGA, while Duluth enjoys $354 per capita in LGA. I will be dropping a bill to set a $150/per capita floor for LGA that cities of the first class receive, increasing Rochester’s LGA over 350%. This should alleviate the need for higher property tax levies from the city.

What are your expectations for the 2024 legislative session? Are there trends that the business community should be aware of?

My expectations are high for another extraordinary session of progress. I think our caucus will be focused on continuing to make day-to-day life more affordable for working class families, particularly in childcare and healthcare.

Rep. Andy Smith

What is your top focus for the 2024 legislative session?

DISTRICT 25B Three large bills are on my plate this session, including the LGA Bill I mentioned above. I also have a bill to raise the minimum wage in Minnesota and Tax companies that pay their executives over 500x more than the median employee. As co-chair of the Minnesota Health Plan Caucus I will also be working to expand a healthcare public option for more Minnesotans

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What do you foresee as a key issue impacting the Rochester area business community that can be addressed in the 2024 legislative session?

An uncompetitive business climate is a challenge for our area and throughout this state. Minnesota’s nation leading 9.8% business tax rate, workforce shortages and heavy regulatory burdens are impacting employers throughout the area. Regulatory barriers squashed three notable expansions in Minnesota - we saw a loss of 350 new jobs and a loss of $1.2 billion in capital investments. In addition, new mandates like Earned Safe & Sick Time (ESST) and Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) hit employees and their employers with new payroll taxes. Instead of flexible, market-based options that would have worked for everyone, the legislature created one-size-fits-all expensive mandates that hurt workers and employers. Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) is so convoluted that neither employers nor the state know the full cost of the mandate. Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) payroll tax rates have already increased even prior to its 2025 start date!

What are your expectations for the 2024 legislative session? Are there trends that Sen. Carla Nelson the business community should be aware of?

DISTRICT 24 I would like to see 2024 be a “fix-it session”. Common sense fixes to Paid Family Medical Leave, Earned Safe and Sick Time, reducing the business tax rate and eliminating the punishing-misnamed- business property tax (whose dollars go straight to the state general fund) should top the list.

In addition we must continue to develop career pathways like PTech, Bridges to Health Care, and Construction Career Pathways to train the 1.5M unemployed, working-age Minnesotans for good jobs and allow for generational wealth building. We must address the administration of regulatory burdens to ensure safety with timeliness and efficacy. In a nutshell, it is necessary to make these and other changes to retain, grow and attract new business to our state. The 40% growth in government spending enacted by the 2023 legislature has led to structural looming budget shortfalls in 2026 and beyond. We must look to reign in state spending in order to avoid a budget deficit. Clearly, tax hikes must be off the table. Furthermore, safety of our school students remains a top issue due to the 2023 law that limited school resource officers (SRO) ability to protect students. We still have a number of schools operating without an SRO. Fixing the looming budget deficit, providing relief for working Minnesotans and their employers, and empowering schools by reducing the heavy burden that unfunded mandates have caused will all be top priorities in 2024.

What is your top focus for the 2024 legislative session?

Having completed the two year fiscal budget in 2023, 2024 is a traditional bonding year. This should be a year to support critical infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, clean water, and taking care to prolong the life of our state’s current assets.

As a member of the Capital Investment, Taxes, and Jobs committees, I will seek investments in local safety infrastructure projects: Highway 14 interchanges at County State Aid Highway 3 and 5; Dodge Center Northeast Improvement Zone road improvements; Stewartville road improvements; Olmsted County Material Recovery Facility; and the Rochester airport parking improvements. I will also keep an eye to enhancing safety, economic growth and accessibility.

Minnesota based companies are expanding in other states at a higher rate than out-of-state companies are expanding in Minnesota. Since 2020, Minnesota has had a net investment deficit of 54 projects, 2,500 jobs and $6.6 billion in capital expenditures! 19,400 Minnesotans fled the state to live elsewhere in the US in 2021-2022, the highest number in at least three decades. Proposing tangible solutions that address these shortfalls and provide employees and employers alike, economic relief, and creating a more sustainable environment for Minnesotans will be a top priority for my colleagues and I in 2024. My hope is that this next session brings a renewed bipartisan effort to address these looming shortfalls and create sustainable, economic growth for all Minnesotans, not just a select few.

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What do you foresee as a key issue impacting the Rochester area business community that can be addressed in the 2024 legislative session?

With the rushed through, with little or no real debate, the major bills that passed last session have extensive problems. Weather it’s workers, schools, parents, farmers, or businesses, the unifying theme is there needs to be fixing or correcting errors/issues in these new laws. It’s not just businesses, I hear from many union members that they want flexibility and options in the major new employment laws/regulations.

What are your expectations for the 2024 legislative session? Are there trends that the business community should be aware of?

Too many legislators think that if it’s good for the metro, or specific businesses or sectors, it’s good for all. Us in greater MN, especially those near the border with another state, known options and flexibility is key to staying in business, let alone success.

What is your top focus for the 2024 legislative session?

What I’ve been asking people to do, is write down the problematic things as they come across them, and email that to me, with their suggestions on what would actually work.

I take those emails and maintain your actual verbiage when I talk to a revisor while generating bills and amendments to fix the newly passed laws.

Rep. Duane Quam DISTRICT 24A

It is also key that we fix the future budget, to prevent the $2.6 B projected budget deficit in 2025. It’s best to do that now, instead of putting it off.

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What do you foresee as a key issue impacting the Rochester area business community that can be addressed in the 2024 legislative session?

Nearly any issue "can" be addressed in 2024. What this question probably implies is what issues can be addressed given a House, Senate and Governor's office that are fully controlled by the Democrat party. It will be interesting to see what the priorities of this legislature will be. I remain hopeful that we can tackle legislation that brings regulatory and tax relief to Minnesota’s businesses. I am committed to reaching across the aisle and finding solutions for our business sector.

What are your expectations for the 2024 legislative session? Are there trends that the business community should be aware of?

For myself as a Republican, becoming more business friendly, reducing regulatory burdens and bringing tax relief are my top priorities. After watching the Democrat controlled majority squander a $19 billion surplus and add another $10 billion dollars to the tax burden in 2023, it is evident that there is little desire by their party to work across the aisle Rep. Steve Jacob with Republicans to bring meaningful tax relief to our area businesses. The 2024 session DISTRICT 20B could very likely be dominated once again by social justice issues such as transgender rights, drivers licenses for all, and new state flags, rather than doing the work that truly benefits our hard working and dedicated business community. I don't look forward to spending another session debating the importance of requiring that menstrual products be available in boys bathrooms at our area public schools, but I certainly would welcome the opportunity to work on meaningful government reform at our Capitol that will benefit our business sector.

What is your top focus for the 2024 legislative session?

The district that I represent contains more than half of Olmsted County from a geographic standpoint. The district somewhat surrounds the city of Rochester, but it does not contain any of the city proper. Being a fourth generation family farmer who sits on the Ag committee, the Environmental & Natural Resources committee and the Subcommittee of Minnesota Water Policy gives me a clear focus on Agri business and Water quality issues. I intend to introduce legislation that will benefit our area farmers and benefit water quality as well. It is my belief that farmers are the solution to environmental issues and water quality in southeast Minnesota. There is a common misconception that our area farmers intentionally over apply synthetic fertilizer and organic manure. It is in the farmer's best interest to be as efficient as possible in order to make a profit. There is no incentive to over apply fertilizers. If you eat today, please remember to thank a farmer.

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Meet the Member

WILLOW CREEK GOLF COURSE

Meet the Member: Willow Creek Golf Course & Event Center Each month, we learn from a Chamber member about their offerings, history, a unique fact, and their business outlook

If golf is your cup of tee and you enjoy championship golf courses, consider Willow Creek Golf & Event Center for your next round of golf. They are located just minutes from downtown Rochester with a championship 18 hole and executive 9 hole golf courses. We spoke Willow Creek Golf & Event Center Course Owners, Will Lancaster PGA and Andy Black PGA to learn more.

Q: Tell us about Willow Creek Golf Course & Event Center. What does your company offer to the Rochester region?

A: Willow Creek Golf & Event Center is the only 27 hole golf facility in SE Minnesota. In addition to our 18 hole championship golf course, we do offer Little Willow (our par 29 “short” course). Little Willow is the perfect place for those just starting their journey in golf or for

those that would love to get in a quick 9 holes. With scenic backdrops cherished by guests & photographers, the Willow Creek Event Center is the perfect place for weddings, wedding receptions, holiday parties, business meetings, banquets, or any of your private party needs.

Q: How did it start for Willow Creek Golf Course & Event Center?

A: In January of 2020, we had the opportunity to realize one of our lifelong professional dreams of golf course ownership. Having been PGA professionals for almost 20 years, to say the golf business is a passion to us would be an understatement and being able to put our own “stamp” on a staple in the community like Willow Creek has been amazing. Although COVID-19 did force us to get creative for the better part of our first couple years, we have really

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Meet the Member

With scenic backdrops, the Willow Creek Event Center is the perfect place for weddings, wedding receptions, holiday parties, business meetings, banquets, or any of your private party needs.

enjoyed our Event Center being fully open and operational the past two years. Getting to know the Willow Creek GC community, and welcoming new players to our Willow Creek family has been fantastic. We are extremely excited for our continued growth in the years to come.

Q: Willow Creek Golf Course & Event Center has been a member of the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce for four years. What do you find valuable in your membership to the organization?

A: Just to be a part of a community organization like the Chamber of Commerce is truly an honor. Being able to make connections with other small business owners and operators thru Chamber events is something that is truly beneficial to any business’s growth. Having the privilege of hosting the Annual Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament at Willow Creek is something that we take pride in and look forward to seeing all of the Chamber members out here this year.

to kick their soccer balls into. This has become a very popular activity for birthday parties, as well as a fun excursion for soccer teams & organizations.

Q: What is the outlook for your business and industry?

A: The golf industry is in a surge since COVID and all indicators show that we can continue to grow the game for many years to come. We feel that Willow Creek has many unique characteristics that set our Event Center apart from others. We have seen increases over the past couple years, not only in the traditional events (weddings, business meetings, golf tournaments, etc.), but also in graduation parties, quinceaneras and holiday parties. Making a guest’s “special day” memorable is a responsibility that all of us here at Willow Creek take pride in.

To learn more about Willow Creek Golf Course, visit www.willowcreekgolfmn.com

Q: What is a unique fact people should know about Willow Creek Golf Course & Event Center?

A: FootGolf is unique offering that Willow Creek provides to our community. For those that may not be aware, FootGolf is blend of soccer and golf. We have integrated a 9-hole FootGolf course into our Little Willow Short Course.

In addition to a 4-inch cup on the green for the golfers, there is a 2-foot hole near each green for our FootGolfers

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Chamber News

UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS

Join us for Business after Hours, a monthly event to network and build valuable business relationships. Enjoy delicious food and drinks while connecting with a variety of businesses operating in the greater Rochester area. This event is a great opportunity to increase your organization’s visibility and generate productive business leads.

FEBRUARY HOST

In February, Business After Hours is sponsored by Empire Event Center and MN 97.5. Empire Event Center has modern meeting spaces, exceptional service, and delectable cuisine.

They are here to make your vision a reality! They are conveniently attached to Best Western Rochester and are here to serve you. Minnesota 97.5 Rochester's Greatest Hits!

Locally owned and community focused. 100,000 watt station location in the heart of Rochester, MN. Date: Thursday, February 15, 2024 Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm Location: Empire Event Center 1517 16th St SW, Rochester Admission: Free, registration requested

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MARCH HOST

In March, join us at 125 LIVE! 125 LIVE is a social and fitness facility for anyone 18 years and older. They provide a wide variety of physical, social, and intellectual opportunities to engage our community’s minds and bodies. Through extensive programming, fitness amenities, gathering spaces, and personal health resources, 125 LIVE provides opportunities for all adults to embark on their journey to “aging successfully.”

Date: Thursday, March 14, 2024 Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm Location: 125 LIVE, 125 Elton Hills Dr. NW, Rochester Admission: Free, registration requested

Register by scanning or visiting: https://bit.ly/3uZH7FA

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Chamber News

AM Espresso is a monthly Networking PLUS event brought to you by the Chamber. Come join fellow Chamber and community members to expand your network, promote your business, and enjoy delicious breakfast refreshments. We believe there is value for all in building a supportive business community.

FEBRUARY HOST

MARCH HOST

In February, join us at American Cancer Society Hope Lodge! Their program provides a free home away from home for cancer patients and their caregivers. More than just a roof over their heads, it’s a nurturing community that helps patients access the care they need. Each Hope Lodge community offers a supportive, homelike environment where guests can share a meal, join in the evening’s activities, or unwind in their own private room.

In March, join us at join us at Roca Climbing & Fitness! Roca Climbing & Fitness is Rochester, MN's premier indoor rock climbing gym that offers outstanding climbing, yoga, and fitness opportunities all while being centered on building the community.

Date: Friday, February 2, 2024 Time: 7:30am-9:00am Location: American Cancer Society - Hope Lodge, 411 Second Street NW, Rochester Admission: Free, registration requested

Date: Friday, March 8, 2024 Time: 7:30am-9:00am Location: Roca Climbing & Fitness 6071 Rome Cir NW, Rochester Admission: Free, registration requested

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Chamber News

UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS

WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE Branding Best Practices Join us for our next Business Development Exchange (BDX) highlighting the branding best practices including the importance of branding strategy, competitive edge, target audience, multi-branding, and more! Door prizes and snacks will be provided.

SPEAKERS • Mary Gastner, Marketing Communications Manager, Rochester International Airport • Samantha Herr, Owner, Herr Branding Bo. • Joe Powers, CEO, Powers Ventures • Whitney West, Marketing & Design Director, Tulip Tree Marketing Date: Wednesday, February 7, 2024 Time: 3:00pm-4:30pm Location: History Center of Olmsted County, 1195 W Circle Dr, Rochester Admission: Free for members, $10 for general admission, registration required

Develop relationships within this supportive group of women leaders who meet the third Friday morning of each month. The Women’s Roundtable provides a small, safe environment for women to: practice and refine skills, discuss challenges specific to women in positions of leadership, learn together and empower each other to take risks. Join us for a fun, engaging program driven by the needs of the group.

Dates: February 16, 2024 and March 15, 2024 Time: 7:30am-9:00am Location: Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce Conference Room, 220 S Broadway, Suite 100 , Rochester Admission: Free, registration required

Register by scanning or visiting: https://bit.ly/3GA004o

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UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS

The Day at the Capitol brings together business and community leaders to share the voice of business in the Rochester region. Featuring legislators from both the Rochester delegation and throughout the state, Chamber members can share the issues impacting their business directly with those making the decisions in St. Paul. In 2023, nearly 1/3 of the MN Legislature were first year members. It is important, now more than ever, that legislators meet with and hear directly from Rochester Area businesses on the issues impacting their operations.

AGENDA • State Leadership Opening Remarks • Local Delegation Welcome • Legislator Meetings/Committee Hearings • Reception at Minnesota History Center Agenda subject to change. See full agenda with times on the event webpage.

Chamber News

Join Rochester representatives from the City, the County, the Parks Department and the Public Schools to learn about their upcoming 2023 initiatives, challenges, and priorities during Local Government Connect! This event is a great opportunity to connect with Rochester leadership for insight into the initiatives impacting our local business community.

Date, Time & Location will be announced soon!

Learn more by scanning or visiting: https://bit.ly/40UL8Xi

Event Sponsors PRESENTING

Date: Tuesday, March 5, 2024 Time: 6:30am-7:30pm Admission: $140 for members, $200 for general admission, includes lunch and busing, registration is required and space is limited

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Chamber News

UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS

The annual Legislative Update highlights the current Minnesota legislative session and the issues that are impacting area businesses and organizations. Featuring legislators as panelists, and remarks from agency leadership, this event connects Chamber members directly with the decision makers in St. Paul for information and discussion on the legislative session.

Event Sponsors PRESENTING

AGENDA • 11:00am – Registration • 11:30am – Welcome/Lunch Served • 11:35am – Legislative Panel Discussion • 12:25pm – Agency Legislative Perspective, Priorities, and Outlook Panelists and agency to be announced.

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Date: Thursday, March 28, 2024 Time: 11:30am-1:00pm Location: The Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area 10 E Center St., Rochester Admission: $50 for members, $65 for general admission, registration required

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UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS

The RYT Network is excited to bring to you its first-ever RYT Network Summit. This event is open to all RYT Network members, Chamber members, and community members in the Rochester area who are seeking to grow professionally and expand their network. The conference promises to be an energizing and engaging experience, with opportunities to hear from inspiring speakers, create meaningful connections, and develop leadership skills. Additional agenda items and panelists to be announced.

Date: Tuesday, May 14, 2024 Time: 12:00pm-4:00pm Location: Rochester International Event Center, 7333 Airport View Dr SW, Rochester Admission: $40 for RYT Network members, $50 for Chamber members, $75 for general admission, registration required

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Chamber News

KEYNOTE SPEAKER Paul Long, Speaker, Author, Podcaster and Master of Shenanigans Paul spent over a decade successfully leading teams of 300+, improving service organizations of 2,000+ and being responsible for $30M in annual revenue while serving as a strategist for employee engagement and customer relations nationwide. As more people asked Paul about his secret sauce to creating joyful workplaces that led to extreme growth, he slowly started amassing his strategies which he turned into his first book FUNDAMISM: Connecting to Life Through F.U.N. Paul’s practical, yet rich FUNdamentals provide business audiences with tactical solutions for growth by helping individuals and teams change their perspective and create more fulfillment in business and life.

Interested in a table or other sponsorship opportunities?

Please reach out to Kaytlyn Anzivino at kaytlyna@rochestermnchamber.com

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It's Time to Par Tee The Chamber's un-fore-gettable Annual Golf Outing registration opens February 14 The Annual Chamber Golf Outing will take place on Wednesday, June 19th at the beautiful Willow Creek Golf Course! Gather your team of four and register for this premier event.

The day will be filled with great networking, good food and exciting golf. The team with the lowest score will be awarded the President’s Cup. Put your golf score to the test of our four time reigning champions - Merchants Bank!

AGENDA • Registration: 9:30am - 11:00am • Shotgun Start: 11:00am • Dinner and Awards: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2024 Time: 9:30am-7:00pm Location: Willow Creek Golf Course 1700 48th ST SW, Rochester Admission: Registration opens February 14th!

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Interested in becoming a sponsor?

Contact Ally Sheehan at asheehan@rochestermnchamber.com

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Chamber News

UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS

Calendar of Events View and register all Chamber events at www.rochestermnchamber.com/events

FEBRUARY 2 AM Espresso - American

Cancer Society Hope Lodge

Time: 7:30am-9:00am Location: American Cancer Society Hope Lodge

7 Business Development

Exchange (BDX) - Branding Best Practices Time: 3:00pm-4:30pm Location: History Center of Olmsted County

15 Business After Hours Empire Event Center & KNXR - MN 97.5

Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm Location: Empire Event Center

16 Women’s Roundtable Time: 7:30am-9:00am Location: Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce

22 WE Forum Social Connect

Time: 4:30pm-6:00pm Location: ThaiPop

29 Annual Celebration Time: 5:30pm-8:45pm Location: Mayo Civic Center

MARCH 1 AM Espresso - Roca Climbing & Fitness

Time: 7:30am-9:00am Location: Roca Climbing & Fitness

5 Day at the Capitol Time: 6:30am-6:30pm Location: State Capitol

12 Chamber 101

19 Women’s Roundtable

14 Business After Hours -

MAY

Time: 3:30pm-4:30pm Location: Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce

125 LIVE

Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm Location: 125 LIVE

15 Women’s Roundtable Time: 7:30am-9:00am Location: Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce

21 WE Forum -

Panel Discussion

Time: 8:00am-9:00am Location: Saint Mary's University Rochester Campus

28 Legislative Update

Time: 11:30am-1:00pm Location: The Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area

APRIL 5 AM Espresso - Schmidt Goodman

Time: 7:30am-9:00am Location: Schmidt Goodman

18 WE Forum - Workshop

Time: 7:30am-9:00am Location: Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce

3 AM Espresso - Boys and

Girls Club and Supporting Strategies Time: 7:30am-9:00am Location: Boys & Girls Club

14 RYT Network Summit

Time: 12:00pm-4:00pm Location: Rochester International Event Center

16 Business After Hours Haley Comfort Systems

Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm Location: Haley Comfort Systems

17 Women’s Roundtable Time: 7:30am-9:00am Location: Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce

23 WE Forum - Social Connect

Time: 4:30pm-6:00pm Location: The Tap House - West End

Time: 11:30am-1:00pm Location: Saint Mary's University Rochester Campus

JUNE

18 Business After Hours -

Location: Rochester, MN

Rochester Magazine & Post Bulletin

Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm Location: Rochester Magazine & Post Bulletin

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8 Lemonade Day

12 Annual Golf Outing Time: 9:30am-7:00pm Location: Willow Creek Golf Course

UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS

Chamber News

Candidate Training Program The Chamber announces a new program to equip those considering to run for local office with the resources and information needed 2024 marks a year bustling with elections on the local, state, and federal level. The Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce our Candidate Training Program which will equip those who are considering running for local office with the needed resources and information to run a successful campaign.

Topics covered will include how to craft your messaging, information on filing deadlines, budgeting, campaign finance regulations, leveraging social media, and more.

To sign up, email Jonathon Krull at jkrull@rochestermnchamber.com. There is a one time payment of $25 to attend all three training sessions.

Registration is non-refundable. Light appetizers and refreshments will be provided at each session.

Visit https://bit.ly/48IpGbq for more details on each of the Candidate Training Program sessions.

CANDIDATE TRAINING PROGRAM SCHEDULE Thursday, February 22 4:00pm to 6:00pm Topics: Impact to your community, office of interest, and where to start.

Saturday, March 9 9:00am to 12:00pm Topics: campaign planning, budgeting, fundraising, and messaging.

Saturday, April 6 9:00am to 12:00pm Topics: Connecting with voters, public speaking, and media.

Connecting Young Professionals Join the RYT Network today to create professional connections We recognize the importance of providing young professionals with the networking opportunities they need to establish themselves within the region’s professional community.

That’s why the Chamber developed the Rochester Area Young Talent Network (RYT Network) as means to provide opportunities for young talent to create connections, build relationships across diverse industries, and develop a sense of community within their professional lives.

If you have questions or would like to learn more, please visit www.rochestermnchamber.com/ryt or contact Kaytlyn Anzivino at kaytlyna@rochestermnchamber.com.

RYT Network members will have access to monthly events and receive more details about the event and registration information through email newsletters.

By joining the RYT Network, young talent will have access to: • Networking events like social nights and speed networking • Community and industry engagement like industry tours and CEO connections • Professional and career development like elevator pitches and finances • Annual signature events like the upcoming RYT Network Summit

Program Gold Sponsors

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Chamber News

Chamber Welcomes Three New Ambassadors

Gilmore

Jim Jorgenson

The Rochester Area Chamber Ambassadors are a group of local business representatives from a diverse area of sectors who are committed to promoting Chamber activities and membership.

Kristina Kovacevic

Recently, the Chamber welcomed three new ambassadors: • Gilmore, Hanai Pet Cremation • Jim Jorgenson, KTTC • Kristina Kovacevic, Altra Federal Credit Union

The Ambassadors are invaluable to the mission of the Chamber and the Chamber is grateful for their commitment to business success in Rochester.

2024 Community Guide & Chamber Directory The Chamber is excited to announce the 2024 Rochester Area Community Guide & Chamber Directory release in early 2024. This guide gives an industry overview of the region and includes over 1,200 business in the Chamber directory portion.

The 2024 Rochester Area Community Guide & Chamber Directory will be printed and mailed to all members. The guide can also be viewed online at www.rochestermnchamber.com/community-guide Thank you to our members, advertisers, and photo contributers for making this guide a reality!

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Applications for Leadership Greater Rochester Open February 19 Beginning Monday, February 19th, applications for the Leadership Greater Rochester class of 2025 (Aug. ’24-May ’25) will be accepted through Tuesday, April 30th Applications will open on Monday, February 19th for the Leadership Greater Rochester class of 2025 (Aug. ’24-May ’25).

Applications will be accepted through Tuesday,April 30th.

Leadership Greater Rochester is the region’s premier leadership development program. Since 1987, the Chamber's Leadership Greater (LGR) program has propelled leaders in the community to further be inspired, connected and enlightened. The 1,000+ alumni who have graduated from LGR have gone on to serve in various civic, community, and business leadership positions. The LGR network stretches across the community, present in almost every sector.

This 10-month program immerses three dozen leaders in sessions examining everything from economic development and the local arts scene, to workforce development and building a sustainable community. Through enriching conversations, behind-the-scenes tours, and work on the Community Impact Project, the LGR experience builds lifelong relationships and provides opportunities for business and community leaders to shape and contribute to the fabric of the greater Rochester area.

Learn more and apply online at www.rochestermnchamber. com/leadership-greater-rochester

APPLY ONLINE FOR LGR STARTING MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19 AT www.rochestermnchamber.com/leadership-greater-rochester

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Community News

Grand Opening of Mayo Clinic's New Building Mayo Clinic celebrated the grand opening of the 11-floor Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Building. The building will support hiring more scientists to contribute to Mayo's unique capabilities to bring scientific discoveries to patients. It joins other Mayo Clinic research facilities where investigators discover scientific advancements that affect patient care, leading to better outcomes and improved quality of life in Minnesota and beyond.

At Mayo Clinic, research is the engine that drives advances in medical care, and the building expands the research footprint in the Discovery Square district in downtown Rochester.

Read more about the Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Building at https://mayocl.in/3TTXXjP

Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Building will support more scientists to contribute to Mayo's unique capabilities to bring scientific discoveries to patients.

Grantees Announced to Support Small Business Success The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) announced in December that 41 organizations across Minnesota will receive Small Business Assistance Partnership funding to help small businesses grow and thrive.

DEED will award more than $12.5 million to nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, community development financial institutions and community development corporations. These projects are projected to serve almost 36,000 Minnesota small businesses and entrepreneurs through Oct. 31, 2025. The $12.5 million in state funding is matched by $21.8 million in funding from local, private and federal sources.

The 41 grantee organizations will provide small business development services to entrepreneurs and small business owners, with a particular focus on underserved populations and geographies, including individuals who are Black, Indigenous, People of Color, U.S. military veterans, people with disabilities, low-income people and residents of Greater Minnesota.

One of the organizations receiving the funding includes the Rochester Area Economic Development, Inc. (RAEDI)for $214,000.

The grants support the start-up, growth and success of Minnesota's entrepreneurs and small businesses through the delivery of high-quality free or low-cost professional business development, education, subject matter expertise and technical assistance services.

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Community News

Big Job Gains in Minnesota The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development posts five straight months of growth in the later part of 2023 Minnesota gained 9,500 jobs from October to November, the Construction posted growth of 300 jobs over the month, fifth straight month of growth, the largest increase since meaning that supersector has posted job growth in seven of January and well higher than the past eight months. the national rate, according to "Minnesota continues to see numbers released in December Over the year, Minnesota has gained 47,829 by the Minnesota Department jobs, up 1.6% with all but four supersectors sustained and notable job of Employment and Economic growth and we're consistently posting annual job growth. Overall U.S. Development (DEED). employment grew 1.8% over the year and adding jobs at a faster rate all supersectors grew nationally except Minnesota jobs grew 0.3% on information. than the national average, a seasonally adjusted basis which is phenomenal news..." last month, outpacing the Minnesota's average hourly wage is $36.29 nation as whole (up 0.1%). in November. Over the year, average hourly Minnesota's unemployment rate ticked down one-tenth of earnings increased 3.4%, and they are up 13.2% over three a percentage point to 3.1% in November, compared to 3.7% years. Nationally, average hourly wage is $33.99, up 4.0% nationally. Over the last three months, jobs in Minnesota over the year and 14.2% over three years. The CPI inflation grew by 17,300, or 0.6% – far higher the national rate for that index rose 3.1% over the year and 18.0% over three years. timeframe (up 0.2%).

"Minnesota's average hourly wage continues to be higher "Minnesota continues to see sustained and notable job than the national average, and wage growth has generally growth and we're consistently adding jobs at a faster rate kept up with inflation over the last six months," said DEED's than the national average, which is phenomenal news for Labor Market Information Director Angelina Nguyễn. workers," said DEED Commissioner Matt Varilek. "We are confident that current and soon-to-be-launched efforts by DEED and our workforce development partners to connect people with employment and to help connect employers with often overlooked labor pools will bring more people into the labor force in 2024."

Minnesota's labor force decreased by 7,433 people over the month, bumping the labor force participation rate down twotenths of a percentage point to 68.3%, compared to 62.8% nationally.

Over the month, eight of 11 supersectors gained jobs on a seasonally adjusted basis in Minnesota. Top gainers were: • Trade, Transportation & Utilities, up 3,300 jobs • Education & Health Services, up 2,700 jobs • Government, up 1,100 jobs • Manufacturing, up 1,000 jobs

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Community News

NEWSREELS

Newsreels Updates from the Chamber member community

TITAN360 & REALTY GROWTH JOIN FORCES It is with great excitement we share that Mark Steege, Barb Phelps, and Leigh Ann Peltoma of Titan360 Commercial Real Estate have joined forces with Realty Growth Inc. as of December 14th, 2023! Tallied together, the group of 10 has well over 100 years of combined experience.

They look forward to helping all of their clients with the best commercial real estate services in Southeast Minnesota and beyond.

LAKE PEPIN FLORAL BLOOMS INTO LAKE CITY FLORAL Lake City Floral is excited to announce the rebrand and revitalization of Lake Pepin Floral under the new ownership of Madison Johnston. Lake City Floral is located a short drive northwest of Rochester in Lake City, MN and offers full floral and gift services ranging from custom arrangements to wedding and funeral flowers, to gifts or fresh flowers for everyone for any reason.

PROMOTION TO PARTNER David Fochs, Jr., CPA, has been promoted to Partner at Hawkins Ash CPAs, one of the Top 200 CPA Firms in the U.S. As Partner, Fochs will continue to provide tax and business financial planning services to businesses and individuals in Southeast Minnesota. Fochs began his career in public accounting in 2011, joined the staff of Hawkins Ash CPAs in 2020, and was most recently a Senior Manager.

VP OF SALES & MARKETING PROMOTION GPC (Gillette Pepsi Companies) has promoted Marge Kelley to Vice President of Sales and Marketing.

Marge will be focused on leading the sales teams to accelerate the growth of the business with effective sales planning, best-in-class marketing programs, and efficient go-to-market strategies. As a member of the senior leadership team, she will also focus on other long-term goals, especially GPC being a great place to work.

ONB BANK REBRANDS

FINANCE DIRECTOR APPOINTED

ONB Bank is thrilled to announce they have rebranded to Eagle Rock Bank! The name change from ONB Bank to Eagle Rock Bank does not reflect a change in ownership.

They remain the same great, locally owned bank with the same dedicated staff, offering you the products and services you’d expect.

The City of Rochester has announced the appointment of Brian J. Anderson as the Finance Director following a national search. Anderson comes to the City having most recently served as the Auditor/ Treasurer - Finance Director for Goodhue County, MN, where he has been in the position for five years.

Newsreel Submissions

Have an announcement for the Chamber member community such as a new hire, promoted employee, recipient of an award or a company rebranding? Send your newsreel submissions for future issues of the Advantage Magazine to Sophia van Oss at svanoss@rochestermnchamber.com. Newsreel submissions are a benefit of Chamber membership and complimentary for members.

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Day at the Capitol

Legislative Update

RYT Network Summit

Lemonade Day

Annual Golf Outing

Kickball Tournament

STEAM Summit

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Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cuttings

BEYOND KITCHENS celebrated their new location and

W.I.P FITNESS celebrated their new business and

ROCHESTER ARTS & SCIENCES ACADEMY celebrated

JEREMIAH PROGRAM celebrated five years with a ribbon

ALLRED COACHING & CONSULTING celebrated their

GROWTH BY DESIGN celebrated their new location and

HY-VEE celebrated their expansion with Wahlburgers at

LUTHER-PARK PLACE MOTOR CARS celebrated their

28 years of being in business with a ribbon cutting on September 26th. Owner, Katie Darval, cut the ribbon.

their new location with a ribbon cutting on September 28th. Executive Director, Adam Nelson, cut the ribbon.

expansion with a ribbon cutting on October 3rd. Owner, Terri Allred, cut the ribbon.

their Crossroads location with a ribbon cutting on October 3rd.

Chamber membership with a ribbon cutting on September 27th. Owner, Allen Sanford, cut the ribbon.

cutting on October 2nd. Executive Director, Ally Hanten Ebert, cut the ribbon.

28 years of being in business with a ribbon cutting on October 3rd. Owner, Kristi Ackley, cut the ribbon.

grand opening with a ribbon cutting on October 6th.

Controller, Dana Funk, cut the ribbon.

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Ribbon Cuttings

ALLEGRA MARKETING PRINT MAIL celebrated their new

MCDONALD’S celebrated their new location with a ribbon

MISS ANGIE’S PLACE celebrated their new location and

ZUMBRO VALLEY HEALTH CENTER celebrated their

CHATEAU THEATER celebrated their 96th year with a

POSH FACIAL ESTHETICS AND MED SPA celebrated their

TIMEOUT BEHAVIOR COACHING celebrated their new

LEMKE PEST CONTROL celebrated their new location with

location with a ribbon cutting on October 11th. Owner and President, Bob Hopkins, cut the ribbon.

Chamber membership with a ribbon cutting on October 20th. Executive Director, Angie Severson, cut the ribbon.

ribbon cutting on October 26th. Founder, Naura Anderson, cut the ribbon.

Chamber membership with a ribbon cutting on October 30th. Owner/Founder, Angie Ellsworth, cut the ribbon.

cutting on October 12th.

new location with a ribbon cutting on October 24th. Chief Executive Officer, Beth Krehbiel, RN, FACHE cut the ribbon.

10 year anniversary with a ribbon cutting on October 27th.

Owner, Stephanie Kriener, cut the ribbon.

a ribbon cutting on October 31st. Owner/President, Scott Lemke, cut the ribbon.

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Welcome

Welcome to the Chamber SiBeauty

Red Drop Resources

Siri Julsrud (608) 385-9169 6093 Rume Circle Dr NW, Suite 10, Rochester www.sirijulsrud.glossgenius.com

Kristina Wright-Peterson (507) 261-6708 PO Box 7401, Rochester www.rdrmn.org

Brooke Burch Custom Sewing

Knight's Menswear

Brooke Burch (507) 250-4946 11 9th St NE, Rochester www.brookeburch.com

Svaar Vinje (507) 258-7373 1340 Salem Rd SW, Suite 101, Rochester www.knightsmenswear.com

Dark Gems Intl

Regus

Blake Schafer (630) 962-2942 1126 Ashley Ln SW, Rochester www.darkgemsintl.com

Hal Henderson (507) 535-9371 318 1st Ave. SW, Suite 100, Rochester www.regus.com

NestWay: Housing Simplified

Stretch Zone

Shauna Otterness (507) 398-1303 920 Rice Lake St, Owatonna www.nestwayhousingsimplified.com

Steven Eng (507) 363-6939 3780 Marketplace Dr NW, Rochester www.stretchzone.com/locations/rochester-mn

Township Cooperative Planning Association

Whitmarsh Health & Wellness

Jered Staton (507) 529-0774 4111 11th Ave SW, Rochester www.tcpamn.com

Crystal Whitmarsh (507) 995-8571 275 37th St NE, Rochester www.whwphysicaltherapy.com

Rooted School of Massage

Computer Danamics

Megan Kuth (507) 718-4034 4229 W Frontage Rd NW, Rochester www.rootedschoolofmassage.com

Kevin Fafinski (507) 867-4996 220 Broadway Ave S, Suite 104, Rochester www.computerdan.com

Second Nature Painting

Nietz Tax & Accounting

Ryan Good (507) 289-3205 1931 N Broadway Ave, Rochester www.secondnaturepainting.com

Bill Nietz (507) 285-0398 2020 2nd St SW, Rochester www.nietztax.com

Forever & Ever Woods

The Urban Grow Store

Rick Swartwood (507) 273-7021 980 Woodlands Ln SE, Oronoco www.foreverandeverwoods.com

Zobec Ness (507) 906-0342 275 37th St NE, Suite 400, Rochester www.theurbangrowstore.com

Know a business that could benefit from a Chamber membership?

Please contact chamber@rochestermnchamber.com with any referrals.

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