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Chamber 101 sounds about as exciting as that Basket Weaving 101 course you took in high school or college when you needed those last few credits to graduate. But unless you are in the basket weaving business, you probably didn’t get a lot out of the course. Chamber 101, on the other hand, is exactly what you need to make the most of your Chamber investment.

When you join the Chamber, you join a business advocacy organization. We strive every day to create a strong business environment in the East Metro. And each time we come to work, we try to present our members and their brand with new business opportunities. If the East Metro is strong, then so are our members.

That is why Chamber 101 is so important. Whether you are a long time member, a new member, or someone just interested in exploring membership, attend one of our Chamber 101 events to learn about the wide variety of programs we have to support our members. You may find

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Once a year the streets of Downtown Saint Paul flood with shades of green, boisterous Irish chants and the ever so spirited pub crawlers. It is a time when the Irish and Irish at heart come together for a wee bit of fun. What is this wonderful event? None other than Saint Paul’s Annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade!

In honor of Saint Patrick, the most recognized patron saint of Ireland, lads and lassies from around the area come together to celebrate Irish history and culture. As soon as the clock

strikes noon, it is truly a sight to see as parade participants and onlookers congregate along the streets of Fourth and Sibley and proceed west on Fourth Street to Rice Park. The hospitable atmosphere of Downtown always hits record levels as pubs welcome large crowds in a gracious fashion. And no parade is complete without a few of these Irish sightings: men in kilts, green face paint, leprechauns, dogs with green fur, shamrock sunglasses, and the all too popular, “Kiss me I’m Irish” t-shirt.

The Saint Patrick’s Day parade is an opportunity for families and businesses alike to exhibit their name or Irish heritage. At last year’s parade, Regions Hospital joined the festivities with its popular slogan, “Take me to Regions,” which was printed onto green beaded necklaces and several other promotional items. Regions staff were

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Downtown Saint Paul’s 45th Annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade


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also accompanied with quite the crowd pleasers— Mascots Petey P. Cup and Reege—whose playful antics energized and entertained bystanders. Click here to view a short video of the dynamic duo. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHHi_rmynbU and be sure to look for Regions staff this year!

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Patrick McGovern's Pub Patrick McGovern's is THE place to be on Saint Patty's Day—never a cover and a huge tent party! This long-time Saint Paul institution literally transforms into a metropolis of green as the Irish (and Irish for the Day) pack and wind their way through the pub's three levels, covered patio spaces and tented parking lot. Doors open and beer starts flowing at 8:30 a.m. Menu items include a fabulous Irish stew and the always popular Corned Beef & Cabbage.

Be sure to stick around for lots of Irish music and a special appearance by bagpipers of the Minnesota Police Pipe Band!

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The Liffey

The Liffey will open at 7 a.m. with a special breakfast buffet served until 10 a.m., followed by a Saint Patrick’s Day Menu featuring most of their signature Irish dishes served from 11 a.m. to midnight. Beer will start flowing at 9 a.m. and the terrace will open at 11 a.m. Enjoy delicious food right off the grill, prepared by The Liffey’s own chefs. Stay tuned for a variety of traditional bagpipe bands making their way through the pub in the early afternoon as well!

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Places to VisitCheck out the following Downtown hot spots and great Chamber members for exceptional Saint Patty’s Day entertainment, drinks and food.



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Cork’s Irish Pub Stop by for live music by The Serfs from 2 to 6 p.m. Giveaways and prizes to be held all day. Register to win a one night suite at the Embassy Suites in Downtown Saint Paul! Drink specials are: Green beer for $3; Green Jello shots for $2; Finnegan's Irish Amber Ale for $4. Food specials are: Irish Boiled Dinner for $12.95; Corned beef sliders for $2 apiece; Corned Beef Special Sandwich for $5; Scottish Eggs for $2 apiece.

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Great Waters Brewing Co. This Saint Patty’s Day, enjoy a special menu with an Irish flair. Dishes include beef stew, corned beef and cabbage, corned beef sandwiches as well as Donnegal Clam Chowder and broiled salmon filet. There will be plenty o’ beer of course, including Irish Red and Oatmeal Stout. Experience great beer, great food and great people at Great Waters Brewing Company!

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Mancini’s Char House and Lounge

On March 9, prepare yourself for the World’s Worst Irish Tenor Contest. Then on Saint Patrick’s Day, experience Pat Gallivan and the Gallivanteers starting at 2 p.m. and the Steve Millar band from 8 p.m. to close.

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Alary’s Bar Indulge in the largest selection of tap beer in Downtown Saint Paul on a spacious outdoor patio. Choose from a plethora of games and entertainment, including pool, darts, Buck Hunter and much more! Alary’s is also the only bar in Downtown Saint Paul with Beer Pong! Free indoor parking is available next door. (Monday through Friday after 4 p.m.)

www.alarys.com


CALENDAR OF EVENTS

March 2011Event Date/Time Location Description Sponsors

Public Affairs Series featuring Governor Mark DaytonMembers $25 Non-members $40

Thursday, March 311:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Science Museum of Minnesota120 West Kellogg Boulevard Saint Paul, MN 55102

Join the Saint Paul Area Chamber for lunch as our featured guest, Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton, addresses the business community and the vital issues facing our state.

Due to popular demand, this event is sold out. Join us on March 29 for our next Public Affairs Series event.

Business Day at the CapitolMembers $60 Non-members $75

Wednesday, March 16

Session 1: 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Session 2: 9:30 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Crowne Plaza Saint Paul – Riverfront 11 East Kellogg Boulevard Saint Paul, MN 55101

Minnesota’s largest business lobbying day is back for its 18th year of making a difference at the Capitol. Join local Chambers and trade associations as we lobby with one voice at the State Capitol on March 16 on the issues that will help create jobs and grow the economy.

A pro-business legislative majority, including 60 new legislators and a new Governor, makes your participation essential! Visit the Chamber’s event page for more information and to secure your participation in Session 1 or Session 2!

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March Membership Meeting featuring Louie AndersonMembers $30 Non-members $50

Monday, March 2111:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

University Club of Saint Paul, Downtown340 Cedar Street Saint Paul, MN 55101

on Monday, March 21 at 11:30 a.m., spend your lunch hour laughing along with Louie Anderson, one of America’s funniest comedians! Enjoy networking with fellow Chamber members at the university Club in downtown Saint Paul and no worries, parking is plentiful.

Louie Anderson is one of the most versatile and successful comedians working in Hollywood today, loved by the television audiences who never missed his nightly hit series "Family Feud" or his appearances on late night chat shows. He is adored by standing-room-only crowds in Las Vegas and respected by readers of his books.

YPro: Speed Mentoring$20

Thursday, March 245:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Embassy Suites Saint Paul Hotel 175 East Tenth Street Saint Paul, MN 55101

Join fellow young professionals for our annual YPro Speed Mentoring event, where young professionals get one-on-one time with top executives.

About YPro: YPro empowers young professionals to build relationships, develop professionally, increase political involvement, contribute philanthropically and positively contribute to the economic development and high quality of life in the Saint Paul/East Metro area.

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Public Affairs SeriesMembers $20 Non-members $30

Tuesday, March 2911:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Neighborhood House 179 East Robie StreetSaint Paul, MN 55107

Join the Chamber’s Public Affairs Series March 29 as we present “Breaking News: Political Reporting in the Age of Twitter & Facebook” for a lively discussion starring three of Minnesota's best known and most experienced political reporters. in an era where everyone with a Twitter account has become a "reporter," how do journalists balance the need for speed with fact-checking and ethical standards? Learn how political reporting has evolved and what's coming next.

Chamber U: Use Your IT to Beat Out the CompetitionMembers $10 Non-members $20

Wednesday, March 308:00 - 9:00 a.m.

Saint Paul Area Chamber of CommerceSuite 150401 North Robert StreetSaint Paul, MN 55101

is your office equipped with the tools you need to stay ahead of your competitors? Feel like you could be doing more? A high speed internet connection and email are no longer enough to retain a competitive edge, however, there is hope. Join us for a session filled with information that will arm you with the tools you need to stay on top. in this session, we will:1) outline an iT Maturity Framework specific to the Small/Medium Business2) identify how top-performing companies are leveraging iT relative to this

Framework and creating their own competitive advantage3) Provide insight into determining where your company stands in relation to this

Framework and your next steps to becoming more competitive

Social ReceptionMembers $10 Non-members $25

Thursday, March 315:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Barrio Tequila Bar 235 East Sixth Street Saint Paul, MN 55101

Come join us on March 31 for a Social Reception at Barrio Tequila Bar!

Bonnie Holub of ArcLight Technology Consulting and Chair of the 2011 SPACC Board invites you to an informal gathering to network, share in conversation and discuss business issues.

Please feel free to bring a guest at the member pricing who may benefit from networking with other Chamber members and learning more about the Chamber!

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Your Chamber and Moore, Costello & Hart partnered in early 2005 to create a tradition called Celebrate Business Success.

This award honors those who provide leading examples of how members of the business community contribute to a shared vision of economic success throughout the Saint Paul/East Metro area.

Pat Plunkett, Moore, Costello & Hart, presented Micki Shaefer, director of admissions and community partnerships at Bethesda Hospital, with a Celebrate Business Success award at the Chamber’s Membership Meeting held at the Saint Paul Hotel. The long-term acute care hospital was honored with the award for its rich investment in the Saint Paul community for over 127 years.


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Mahoney, Ulbrich, Christiansen & Russ P.A., Saint Paul, hired Treston Wold and Ryan Shimek. The firm also hired three interns: Julie Weber, Kathleen Mackedanz and James Cipera. The company also promoted the following employees: Brian Caldwell-senior accountant, Greg Bienias-senior accountant, Jayme Andrews-supervisor, Dean Dziasek-supervisor, Luke Roessler-supervisor, Mark Kotsonas-manager, Tom Johnson-manager.

Bremer Bank, Saint Paul, hired Todd Mather as a senior vice president and business banking credit manager in St. Cloud.

Koleen Roach, director of meetings and conference management at Securian Financial Group Inc., Saint Paul, was voted chairperson elect and treasurer of California-based Financial & Insurance Conference Planners Association. Securian named Pete Berlute assistant controller.

Minneapolis-based Minnesota Technical Assistance Program at the University of Minnesota named Laura Babcock director.

Saint Paul-based Catholic Community Foundation elected John Beuerlein, chairman and chief investment officer of Marquette Asset Management, to its board.

Maplewood-based Junior Achievement of the Upper Midwest appointed Beth Abbott, associate vice president at The Hartford, and Phil Esten, president and CEO of the University of Minnesota Alumni Association, to its board of directors, and hired Colleen Boyce as marketing director and LaChelle Williams as vice president of education and programs.

Minneapolis-based Public Affairs Co. hired Matt Grand as web developer.

People, Awards and Company Notes

developer enXco have completed a 201-megawatts Nobles Wind Project in Reading, Minn., half of a 400 megawatts partnership, which includes a Lakefield Wind Project to be completed by September.

Saint Paul-based McNally Smith College of Music will offer a masters of music degree for performance majors beginning in fall 2011.

The shareholders at Minnetonka-based Wessels Sherman Joerg Liszka Laverty Seneczko P.C. elected Attorney Kevin M. Mosher as Minneapolis Managing Shareholder.

Grand Avenue Business Association hired Robin Ongaro as Executive Director.


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Dr. Stefan Friedrichsdorf, director of Minneapolis-based Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota’s Department of Pain Medicine, Palliative Care and Integrative Medicine, received a $15,000 award for exemplary care from the Essex, Connecticut-based Cunniff-Dixon Foundation.

Oakdale-based Imation Corp. won a Visionary Company award at Storage Visions 2011 for its RDX storage system designed to help small and medium-size businesses. The company also signed a strategic agreement with Tokyo-based TDK Corp. to jointly develop and manufacture magnetic tape technologies.

Western Bank, Saint Paul, received an award for economic development in Minneapolis-based Hubler for Business Families, 2010 Minnesota Family Business Awards, the small company 2010 Minnesota Keystone Award from the Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce and the 2010 Best of St. Paul Award in banks from the U.S. Local Business Association.

Roseville-based InterDyn BMI has partnered with Edina-based New Vision Engineering Solutions to provide training and implementation for PTC software.

Minneapolis-based Faegre & Benson will serve as general counsel for the Chicago-based International Foodservice Manufacturers Association.

Minneapolis-based Meritex Enterprises Inc. acquired a 10-building, 726,000-square-foot office/warehouse portfolio in Atlanta.

Financial & Insurance Conference Planners Association elected Koleen Roach, director, meetings and conference management at St. Paul-based Securian Financial Group Inc., as chairwoman-elect and treasurer.

Saint Paul-based Capital City Partnership hired Joel Akason as executive director.


developer enXco have completed a 201-megawatts Nobles Wind Project in Reading, Minn., half of a 400 megawatts partnership, which includes a Lakefield Wind Project to be completed by September.

Saint Paul-based McNally Smith College of Music will offer a masters of music degree for performance majors beginning in fall 2011.

The shareholders at Minnetonka-based Wessels Sherman Joerg Liszka Laverty Seneczko P.C. elected Attorney Kevin M. Mosher as Minneapolis Managing Shareholder.

Grand Avenue Business Association hired Robin Ongaro as Executive Director.


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Burnsville-based PCL Construction Services Inc. hired Tom Roszak as construction modeling manager and Chris Bumgardner as building systems coordinator.

Felhaber, Larson, Fenlon and Vogt, P.A. appointed Wendy Brekken as a shareholder.

Leonard, Street and Deinard hired W. Anders Folk, Margaret Cronin, Wendy Canaday and Jeannine Lee as shareholders; Melanie Full as an associate; and Sharma Foley and Jenna Bettes as staff attorneys.

Ecolab Inc., Saint Paul, was named the Best Enterprise in Leading Sustainability Efforts in China at the 2010 China Economic Summit Forum and joint Outstanding Contribution Award Ceremony.

Minneapolis-based Mortenson Construction and San Diego-based developer enXco have completed a 201-megawatts Nobles Wind Project in Reading, Minn., half of a 400 megawatts partnership, which includes a Lakefield Wind Project to be completed by September.

Saint Paul-based McNally Smith College of Music will offer a masters of music degree for performance majors beginning in Fall 2011.

The shareholders at Minnetonka-based Wessels Sherman Joerg Liszka Laverty Seneczko P.C. elected Attorney Kevin M. Mosher as Minneapolis managing shareholder.

Grand Avenue Business Association hired Robin Ongaro as executive director.



AmeriPrideLinen Supply ServicesMr. Jon Evans700 industrial Boulevard NortheastMinneapolis, MN 55413www.ameripride.com

Benson Great HallConventions, Conference or Meeting FacilitiesMr. Kyle Sherer3900 Bethel DriveSaint Paul, MN 55112www.bethel.edu/benson-great-hall

Bethel university - College of Adult & Professional Studies/Graduate SchoolSchools - Colleges & universitiesMr. Pat Mazorol3900 Bethel DriveSaint Paul, MN 55112www.bethel.edu

CorVel CorporationHealth Care Management Ms. Lea Anderson MS, CRC3001 Northeast Broadway StreetSaint Paul, MN 55413www.corvel.com

Exact DriveAdvertising Agencies5920 148th Street West, Suite 130Apple Valley, MN 55124www.exactdrive.com

Fast HorseMarketingMr. Bob ingrassia240 North Ninth AvenueMinneapolis, MN 55401www.fasthorse.com

Heartland Restaurant & Farm Direct MarketRestaurantsMr. Lenny Russo289 East Fifth StreetSaint Paul, MN 55101www.heartlandrestaurant.com

Joel Schnell- PhotographerPhotographers - StudioMr. Joel Schnell2081 7th Street NorthNorth Saint Paul, MN 55109www.schnellphoto.com

KPMG LLPAccountants - CPAs & LPAsMr. James Davenport90 South Seventh Street, Suite 4200Minneapolis, MN 55402www.kpmg.com

Make-A-Wish Foundation of MinnesotaNonprofit organizationsMr. Tom McKinney615 First Avenue NE, #415Minneapolis, MN 55413www.minnesota.wish.org

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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 first

six months of your membership!

• Use your new member coupon at an event

• Offer a SPACC Savings coupon or take advantage

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• Post your events on the Community Calendar

• Use the Chamber logo on your marketing materials

Welcome New Members!


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Marquis Mobile SolutionsConsultant - TechnologyMr. Mark Jenkins830 New Century Boulevard SouthMaplewood, MN 55119www.MarquisMS.com

Mounds Theatre CompanyTheatersMs. Raeann Ruth1029 Hudson RoadSaint Paul, MN 55106www.moundstheatre.org

oberman Thompson & Segal, LLCAttorneysMr. Jamie Formanone Financial Plaza, #850120 South Sixth StreetMinneapolis, MN 55402www.otslawyers.com

Securitas Security Services uSA, inc.Security Guard ServiceMr. Joel Shanahan4000 olson Memorial Highway,Suite 200Minneapolis, MN 55422www.securitas.com

university of Minnesota College of Continuing EducationSchools - Colleges & universitiesMs. Stephanie Platteter1420 Eckles Avenue, Suite 340Saint Paul, MN 55108www.cce.umn.edu

W.A. FrostRestaurantsMr. Bob Crew374 Selby AvenueSaint Paul, MN 55102www.wafrost.com

Walmart - BloomingtonRetailMr. Scott Rothe715 East 78th StreetBloomington, MN 55420www.walmart.com

Wings Financial Credit unionCredit unionsMs. Cynthia Heim Smith14985 Glazier AvenueApple Valley, MN 55124www.wingsfinancial.com


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Bonnie Holub Chair of the BoardArcLight Technology Consulting

Susan Kratz Immediate Past ChairMoore, Costello & Hart, P.L.L.P.

Matt Kramer Secretary/TreasurerSaint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce

David Rom Finance & AuditPlatinum Bank

Scott BurnsGovDelivery

Sara Criger Chair-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 CanfieldMidway Chamber of Commerce

Angela CraigSaint Jude Medical, Inc.

Zach Crain Moore, 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.

Mike LoganTarget Corporation 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 Zipko Goff 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.

Editor: Kelsey Siqveland Designed/Produced by: Concept Group Inc.neXus

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