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As business people, we all know that building relationships is key to long-term business success. If you spend your days irritating people, you’ll likely have a relatively short business career. But are there times when it’s necessary?

Here at the Chamber we say the answer is yes. Your public affairs team specializes in being the proverbial “fly in the ointment” when it comes to our public partners who are proposing

to implement programs that don’t fully take into account the needs and concerns of the business community. This doesn’t mean that we are angry or otherwise impolite, but it does mean that we will work tirelessly until either we are

convinced that our collective voice has been heard or until the public entity modifies its approach.

The Chamber strives to have good business relationships with our public sector colleagues. We will always be respectful, but we will never stop raising our voice on behalf of the business community. Far too often it is the few activists who dominate a conversation. Your Chamber will make sure, make no mistake about it, that a reasoned business perspective is heard by our public leaders when they consider making changes that affect your business.

Your Chamber’s public affairs team will be earning their keep every day tracking and weighing in on the civic issues that most affect our member businesses. Professional? Yes. Irritating? From whose perspective? Necessary? No question!

President’s PerspectiveThe Voice of Business

by Matt Kramer


Have you ever been to a job interview and been asked about your first aid qualifications? If you are like most people, then the answer is no. But when a health problem in the office arises, wouldn’t you like to know who on your team is prepared? American Red Cross understands the importance of workforce health and safety training and that preparing employees for everyday risks and challenges goes beyond the conventional frozen computer dilemma or fast-approaching deadline.

Each year the American Red Cross teaches nearly 15 million people how to prepare for and respond to emergencies in their workplaces, homes, schools and communities. When a business gets involved in health education and preventative measures, it demonstrates a considerable amount of appreciation for employees and a commitment to their well-being. The bottom line is this: educating individuals on health and safety issues saves lives, gives your business the credibility it deserves, and ultimately strengthens the community.

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Long-standing Chamber member, American Red Cross – Twin Cities Area Chapter, trains and empowers over 90,000 individuals each year


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Did you know?

Sudden cardiac arrest claims the lives of more than 200,000 people every year. An automated external defibrillator (AED) could save the life of an employee suffering an attack in your office.

American Red Cross Helping Everyday People Save Lives


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American Red Cross provides training programs and resources for a wide spectrum of issues. From stress management to disaster response, tools are available to ensure your office is prepared when—not if—an emergency hits. Training programs include First Aid, CPR/AED training, and child and infant training. Be sure to also equip your office with helpful Red Cross materials, including emergency supply kits and informational packets on injury prevention, ergonomics, violence awareness, and more.

Did you know?

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), 6,000 people die from workplace injuries every year, and nearly 12 injuries occur in a workplace every minute.



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Real stories from real people Click the images below to discover how American Red Cross transformed these everyday people into heroes.

Online Training ServicesWeb-based training is available through the Red Cross for businesses large and small whenever and wherever you need it. Technology has helped pave the way for innovative and effective training procedures that save

your business time and money. Online tutorials help participants gain a comprehensive understanding of terminology and health procedures, while accommodating to a busy schedule.

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For information on training enrollment, please visit the American Red Cross - Twin Cities Area Chapter today at www.redcrosstc.org.

To order training materials for your office, visit www.shopstaywell.com or call (800) 667-2968.

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1. The Cardiac Chain of Survival consists of a sequence of steps that are activated in response to an emergency in which a person suffers sudden cardiac arrest. Each link in the chain is critical. Put the links in the Cardiac Chain of Survival in the correct order:

1) Early defibrillation — delivers an electrical shock to the heart with an automated external defibrillator (AED)

2) Early advanced medical care — a team of medical professionals arrives and takes over by providing advanced care and transport to a medical facility

3) Early CPR — keeps oxygenated blood flowing to the brain and other vital organs

4) Early recognition and early access — a bystander recognizes an emergency and calls 9-1-1 or the local emergency number

A) 1, 3, 2, 4 B) 3, 2, 4, 1 C) 4, 3, 1, 2

2. A person is unconscious. Put the following steps in the correct order:

1) Tap the person and shout2) Open airway3) Check for signs of life (movement and normal breathing)4) Check the scene for safety A) 3, 2, 1, 4 B) 3, 2, 4, 1 C) 4, 1, 2, 3 D) 1, 3, 1, 2

3. If a choking person is coughing forcefully, what should you do?

A) Pat the person on the back forcefullyB) Give abdominal thrustsC) Encourage the person to continue coughingD) None of the above

A Co-Worker is in Danger...Could You Save a Life?Take the following Red Cross Pop Quiz Challenge and put your lifesaving skills to the test!



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4. CPR is a combination of —

A) Chest compressions and abdominal thrustsB) Chest compressions and rescue breathsC) Abdominal thrusts and finger sweepsD) Rescue breaths and abdominal thrusts

5. You come upon a person who has pale or bluish skin color, cold skin, and dull or sunken eyes. These are symptoms of which medical emergency?

A) High feverB) ShockC) Heart attackD) None of the above

Answers:Question 1: Answer: C. As a responder, you must first recognize an emergency before the rest of the Cardiac Chain of Survival can be put into motion. Early access to care is an important component to a successful outcome. Out of the remaining options in the list, early CPR is next. CPR keeps oxygenated blood flowing to the brain and other vital organs and tissues. Early defibrillation with an AED (automated external defibrillator) is the third step out of those listed. An AED administers a shock that can allow the heart to restore an effective rhythm. In many states, AEDs are now available in public places for use by trained laypersons. Early advanced medical care is the next step. In this step, a team of emergency medical personnel provides care at the scene and transports the person to a hospital.

Question 2: Answer: C. When an emergency happens, Check-Call-Care are the three basic steps for you to take. As a responder, you must always check to make sure the scene is safe for you and any bystanders. Next, call your local emergency number for help. Then care for the person. Always care for life-threatening emergencies before those that are not life-threatening. The ABCs, which stands for airway, breathing and circulation, will aid you in determining what care the person needs. Determine if the person's airway is open. Check for signs of life (movement and normal breathing).



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Question 3: Answer: C. If the person is coughing forcefully, he or she may cough the object up, eliminating the need for you to give care. Use a combination of back blows and abdominal thrusts when the person cannot cough forcefully, speak or breathe.

Question 4: Answer: B Chest compressions help to circulate blood containing oxygen to the vital organs. Rescue breaths supply the blood with oxygen until advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. When giving CPR, give cycles of 30 compressions and 2 rescue breaths. Continue CPR until —

• Another trained responder takes over CPR for you

• Emergency medical services (EMS) personnel arrive and take over care of the person

• An automated external defibrillator (AED) becomes available

• You are exhausted and unable to continue

• The scene becomes unsafe

• Signs of life return

Question 5: Answer: B. Even if a person's injuries aren't life threatening, the person can go into shock and possibly die. Shock occurs when the person's organs and tissues don't get enough blood or oxygen. The person may be unconscious, but not always. Call for emergency help first, then follow these steps:

• Maintain an open airway for breathing

• Control obvious bleeding

• Elevate the legs about 12 inches, unless the injury makes that impossible

• Maintain normal body temperature (prevent person from getting chilled or overheated)

• Keep the person on his or her back, unless the person vomits (move person onto his or her side at that point)


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December 2010Event Date/Time Location Description Sponsor

Membership Meeting featuring Assistant U.S. Attorney Joe Dixon$30 members $50 non-members $20 students

Wednesday, December 1 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Minnesota Boat Club One South Wabasha Street Saint Paul, MN 55107

Join the Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce in welcoming Assistant U.S. Attorney Joe Dixon as keynote speaker for the December Membership Meeting on December 1. Dixon is renowned for his cross-examination and successful prosecution of Tom Petters against the claim that he knew nothing of the fraud at Petters Co. Inc. (PCI), a company that Petters owned and led as CEO.

Come gather with fellow Chamber members, network and enjoy lunch at the Minnesota Boat Club!

One standard CLE credit offered.

2011: New leadership, big challenges – A look at the major issues facing Minnesota and Minnesota businessesFREE

Thursday, December 2 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.

PaR Systems 707 County Road E West Shoreview, MN 55126

Minnesota, like nearly every other state in the country, is facing a significant budget deficit – almost $6 billion. On January 4, lawmakers will reconvene for the 2011 legislative session and closing the budget gap will be top priority. The way in which budget shortfall is solved will have a major impact on business which is why we need your feedback on building a 2011 legislative agenda.

Please join the Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce on December 2 as we host a legislative preview with the Minnesota Chamber where you will have the opportunity to help build a strategy that will move Minnesota’s economy forward.

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YPro: Holiday Celebration$10

Thursday, December 2 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Summit Brewing Company 910 Montreal Circle Saint Paul, MN 55102

Come join fellow young professionals for an evening of networking at Summit Brewing Company! Join YPro for an end-of-the-year wrap-up and find out what’s in store for 2011. A raffle will be held with great prizes donated by Chamber members!

Ticket price includes appetizers and Summit beer.

Chamber U: Small Business Tax Forum

Wednesday, December 8 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.

Lawson Software 380 Saint Peter Street Saint Paul, MN 55102

Join the Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce as we present a discussion on small business tax incentives and programs. Experts will provide you with an overview of how your business can take advantage of important tax programs.

This forum will include discussions on Minnesota’s research and development tax credit, small business investment tax credit (also known as the “angel credit”), and many other important tax strategies that Minnesota small business owners should consider for 2010.

Featured speakers include Dan McElroy, Commissioner, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development; Michael Schley, Shareholder, Larkin Hoffman Daly & Lindgren; and Ron Price, Senior Tax Manager, Wipfli LLP.

One standard CLE credit offered.

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Holiday Open HouseFREE

Thursday, December 9 4:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Chamber of Commerce Center 401 Robert Street North Saint Paul, MN 55101

Join the Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce for a wintertime wine, dine and networking celebration! Chamber members, partners and associates are invited to the Chamber of Commerce Center to celebrate the Saint Paul/East Metro area business community’s accomplishments. Come for the tremendous networking opportunity; stay for the food and fun!

Plan on attending the Holiday Open House as your schedule allows. Please RSVP prior to December 6.

Navigating the Political Landscape from a Business Perspective$15 members $20 non-members

Friday, December 10 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Chamber of Commerce Center 401 Robert Street North Saint Paul, MN 55101

Please join Public Affairs Company president Steve Knuth and senior account executive Leslie Rosedahl for a primer on issue advocacy. Over lunch you will be given insight into how to build a successful grassroots campaign on behalf of your business. This session will give you clarity on how best you can bridge the gap between government and your organization’s objectives and how to communicate effectively with elected officials.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn practical skills that will have a direct impact on the way you do business!

Please register by December 7. Investment price includes networking, lunch and program.

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Accelerate Your Small Business$15

Tuesday, December 14 5:30 - 7:30 p.m

Marriot Minneapolis West9960 Wayzata Boulevard Minneapolis, MN 55426

Join the Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce and the TwinWest Chamber of Commerce for an evening of networking – and hear from one of the leading experts on small businesses, Jane Applegate from Bloomberg Television.

About our speaker:

Jane Applegate is one of America’s most respected small business management experts. She is the author of four books about entrepreneurial success, including “201 Great Ideas for Your Small Business,” published by John Wiley & Sons.

A former syndicated columnist for the Los Angeles Times, she has a new column on American Express’ OPEN Forum website. Applegate is keynoting events sponsored by Bloomberg Television throughout 2010. She also provides strategic marketing services for clients including Microsoft, Merrill Lynch and The New York Times.

Recent documentary projects include: Much Ado in Mostar, a short film about a theater program for Bosnia teenagers affected by war and a documentary about the future of video written and produced for the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth. In 2008, she wrote and produced, “Brain Attack: A Stroke Survival Guide” for the NBC Station Group.

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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 mermbers of the business community contribute to a shared vision of economic success throughout the Saint Paul/East Metro area.

Last August, HealthEast Medical Transportation opened its new 48,000-square-foot headquarters in East Saint Paul on the former 3M site. Dignitaries celebrated the organization’s contributions to its patients and community. In partnership with the St. Paul Port Authority, the project created work for more than 50 employers and incorporated an environmentally sound design. For these accomplishments and more, the Chamber was proud to award HealthEast Medical Transportation with the Celebrate Business Success award.


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Park Square Theatre – 408 Saint Peter Street, Suite 110, Saint Paul, MN 55102

Wessels Sherman –601 Carlson Parkway, Suite 760, Minnetonka, MN 55305


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Scusi – 1806 Saint Claire Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 5510


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Bremer Financial Corp., Saint Paul, appointed Richard Michaelson as e-commerce director.

Kraus-Anderson Construction Co., Minneapolis, named Camille Helou as vice president and director of its health care group.

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities chancellor James McCormick was awarded the 2010 Pacesetter Award by the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations.

Hamline University School of Business, Saint Paul, hired Reid Zimmerman as its practitioner in residence for the master’s of non-profit degree program.

Jerry and Delores Slawik received the Catholic Community Foundation’s 2010 Legacy of Faith Award.

The Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota was presented the Marshall A. Mott Award for “Overall Excellence in Communication” from the Council of Better Business Bureaus.

Owl Bookkeeping and CFO Services, Minneapolis, hired Rick Kaufman as director of business development.

Amherst H. Wilder Foundation, Saint Paul, leased 17,000 square feet of the Wilder Center, the Foundation’s headquarters, to Fairview Health Services which

will use the space for administrative purposes.

Target Corp., Minneapolis, announced its plans to donate more than $500 million to support education by the end of the year.

Mahoney Ulbrich Christiansen Russ P.A. received the Alfred P. Sloan Award recognizing exemplary workplace practices by the When Work Works project.

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities enrollment was more than 200,000 students this Fall, making it the fifth consecutive Fall enrollment increase.

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University of Minnesota launched the startup company XO Thermix Medical; the company’s first product will be a medical device that treats chronic venous insufficiency.

HLB Tautges Redpath Ltd., White Bear Lake, promoted Gloria McDonnell and Brian Sweeney to partner, and Joel Newby and Megan Johnson to principle.

Saint Paul-based Bremer Bank hired Shannon Starry as a market manager at its Brooklyn Center location.

Wells Fargo Private Bank named John Warneke its senior wealth specialist for the Twin Cities metro area.

Minneapolis-based Ellerbe Becket Inc. hired Robert Pfeiffer as an electrical engineering design drafter.

Dick Daniels, president of Saint Paul-based Leadership Development Group, was a featured presenter at the 2010 National Forum on Character Education sponsored by The Character Education Partnership in Washington, D.C.

Saint Paul-based Bonestroo Inc. named eight new associates: Ryan Capelle, Jeff Ehleringer, Marty Koopman, Eric Lembke, Matthew Mohs, Amy Plato, Jason Quisberg and Ciara Schlichting.

Pro Staff, Minneapolis, is changing its name to Atterro Inc.

Minneapolis-based Azul 7 hired Denny Royal as its creative and technical director, Keiko Takahashi as its senior graphic designer, Dane Roberts as a copywriter,

Jenna Krings as senior account executive, Gail Joeks as senior project manager, and Robert Broneak as creative tech.

Kraus-Anderson Construction Co., Minneapolis, was selected by the Metropolitan Airports Commission for construction management services through 2016.

Maplewood-based 3M Co. will be featured on the public television distributed program “The Global Learning Series” in an episode called “Understanding Driving Safety.”

The Minnesota Historical Society launched the online resource “Becoming Minnesota” which explores the lives and stories of recent immigrants to Minnesota.

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Bremer Financial Corp., Saint Paul, loan officers Kathy Altringer and Cindy Maanum were named top-producing loan officers by Saint Paul-based Minnesota Housing Finance Agency.

Meyer, Borgman, & Johnson Inc., Minneapolis, promoted Irene Peterson and Murphy Curran to associates, and hired structural engineers Jeffrey Anderson, Eric Corwin, David Holten, James Krzoska, Jeff Lazar, Mike Nelson and Douglass Woolf, and technician Patrick Doss-Smith.

Medcare Products Inc., Burnsville, hired Dave Griffith as its safe patient handling consultant for Wisconsin, and Nick Halpin as its safe patient handling consultant for Minnesota.

The Amherst H. Wilder Foundation, Saint Paul, named Roberta “Bobbi” Cordano vice president of programs.

Saint Paul-based Mahoney, Ulbrich, Christiansen, & Russ P.A. was recently named one of the 2010 Best Accounting Firms to work for by Accounting Today & Best Companies Group.

Minneapolis-based Xcel Energy Inc. adopted a new dividend reinvestment and stock purchase plan, enabling shareholders to reinvest cash dividends and purchase additional Xcel Energy common shares.

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities was one of three schools in the nation to earn straight “A’s” in the College Sustainability Report Card scores. Also, the University and U.S. Census Bureau jointly opened the Minnesota Census Research Data Center on October 27.

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Augeo Affinity MarketingMarketingMr. David Kristal2561 Territorial RoadSaint Paul, MN 55114www.augeomarketing.com

August Ash, Inc.Web Design & DevelopmentMr. Erich Hanson8140 26th Avenue South, Suite 105Bloomington, MN 55425www.augustash.com

BioMedixMedical Technology and ProductsMs. Cindy Goff178 East Ninth StreetSaint Paul, MN 55101www.biomedix.com

Blytheco LLCComputer SoftwareMs. Judy Enders2305 Waters DriveMendota Heights, MN 55120www.blytheco.com

By Your Side Wedding PlanningWedding ConsultantsMs. Angie Swits8731 Quarry Ridge Lane, Unit CWoodbury, MN 55125www.byyoursideweddings.com

Coale’s Bar and GrillRestaurantsMs. Areanna Coale719 North Dale StreetSaint Paul, MN 55103

COMPASEducational ServicesMr. Bob Olson304 Landmark Center75 West Fifth StreetSaint Paul, MN 55102www.compas.org

Discrete Wireless, Inc.Fleet ManagementMr. Tony Heilman18897 Dupont WayFarmington, MN 55024www.discretewireless.com

HealthQuest Chiropractic & Sports ClinicChiropractorsDr. Emily Canfield1053 Grand Avenue, Suite 114Saint Paul, MN 55105www.gohealthquest.com

Heartland Technology AllianceNonprofit OrganizationsMr. John StinemanP.O. Box 93591Des Moines, IA 50393www.heartlandtechalliance.org

HenricksenOffice Furniture & EquipmentMr. Patrick Cruikshank1101 West River Parkway, Suite 100Minneapolis, MN 55415www.henricksen.com

James Miller Investment Realty CompanyMr. James MillerP.O. Box 1769Saint Paul, MN 55101www.jmrealty.com

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• Attend Member Orientation

• 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 M2M discount or take advantage of one

• Post your events on the Community Calendar

• Use the Chamber logo on your marketing

materials

Welcome New Members!

Mr. Scott Friday5815 Norell Avenue NorthSaint Paul, MN 55110www.walmart.com

WalMart Red WingRetailMs. Christine Ackerman295 Tyler Road SouthRed Wing, MN 55066www.walmart.com

WalMart ShakopeeRetailMr. Mark Aasve8101 Old Carriage CourtShakopee, MN 55379www.walmart.com


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Leadership Development GroupConsultants LeadershipDr. Dick Daniels4825 Countryside DriveShoreview, MN 55126www.heleadershipdevelopmentgroup.com

Metro Staffing and ConsultingEmployment ServicesMr. David Singleton1430 Commerce Street, #206Roseville, MN 55113www.metrostaffingandconsulting.com

Minnesota Diversified IndustriesNonprofit OrganizationsMr. Peter McDermott1700 Wynne AvenueSaint Paul, MN 55108www.mdi.org

National Dizzy & Balance Center-Coon Rapids ClinicHealth Care Facilities320 Coon Rapids Boulevard Northwest, Suite 200Coon Rapids, MN 55433www.stopdizziness.com

National Dizzy & Balance Center-Downtown Saint Paul ClinicHealth Care FacilitiesMs. Jennifer GinkelFort Road Medical Building360 Sherman Street, Suite 390Saint Paul, MN 55102www.stopdizziness.com

National Dizzy & Balance Center-Edina (Southdale) Clinic/Corporate HeadquartersHealth Care FacilitiesMr. Kenneth GinkelSouthdale Place Medical Building3400 West 66th Street, Suite 300Edina, MN 55435www.stopdizziness.com

ScusiRestaurantsMs. Stephanie Shimp1806 Saint Clair AvenueSaint Paul, MN 55105www.blueplaterestaurantcompany.com

Sona Investments, Inc.Real EstateMs. Shawn Johanson1769 Lexington Avenue North, Suite 111Saint Paul, MN 55113www.sonainvestments.com

Village GreenProperty ManagementMs. Stefanie Balsis1367 Willow Street, Suite 161Minneapolis, MN 55403vwww.villagegreen.com

Walmart-Apple ValleyRetailMs. Christine Ackerman7835 150th Street WestApple Valley, MN 55124www.walmart.com

Walmart-Oak Park HeightsRetailMr. Scott Friday5815 Norell Avenue NorthSaint Paul, MN 55110www.walmart.com

Walmart-Red WingRetailMs. Christine Ackerman295 Tyler Road SouthRed Wing, MN 55066www.walmart.com

Walmart-ShakopeeRetailMr. Mark Aasve8101 Old Carriage CourtShakopee, MN 55379www.walmart.com


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Susan KratzChair of the BoardMoore, Costello & Hart, P.L.L.P.

Daniel ScottImmediate Past Chair Leonard, Street and Deinard

Bonnie HolubChair ElectArcLight

Sara CrigerSaint Joseph’s Hospital,HealthEast Care System

Bill FoussardWhite Bear Country Inn

Guy GilmoreSaint Paul Pioneer Press

Bill KaphingXcel Energy Inc.

Matt KramerSaint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce

Sanjay KubaGCI Systems, Inc.

Robin Torgerson 3M Foundation

Bill WrightComcast

Mark BagleyU.S. Bank

Shane BoydTravelers

Scott Burns GovDelivery, Inc.

Angela CraigSaint Jude Medical, Inc.

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

Ted DavisMidway Chamber of Commerce

Mark DienhartUniversity of Saint Thomas

Sherry HastingsFrauenshuh, Inc.

Bill KavanaughSecurian Financial Group, Inc.

Julie Larson WearnRoseville Visitors Association

Craig LeipoldMinnesota Wild

Bill LentschDelta Airlines, Inc.

Mike LoganTarget Corporation – Community Relations Tammy Mencel Minneapolis/Saint Paul Business Journal

Jaci Meyer, Agent State Farm Insurance – Jaci Meyer

Mark Moeller R.F. Moeller Jeweler, Inc.

Vince Montgomery TKDA

Altin PaulsonMarketplace Productions, LLC

Gino PiteraGertens

Susan Rani Rani Engineering

Joe Richburg Keystone Computer Solutions

David Rom Platinum Bank

Tony SchwartzCORMARQ

Stuart SimekMeridian Management, Inc.

Steve SnellingSand Companies

Mark StutrudSummit Brewing Company

Kris TaylorEcolab Inc.

Kyle Thomas Home Services of America, Inc.

Susan WenzKSTC Channel 45

2010 BOARD OF DIRECTORS2010 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Nexus December 2010

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