Scott Wise, CEO of Polaris advances his priorities with Governor Tim Pawlenty. Business leaders gain firsthand access with key policy-makers at Minnesota Chamber events. Jeff Baumer with i:SPACE Furniture, Minnetonka, gets an up-close look at logging during a forestry tour hosted by UPM-Blandin Paper Company as part of Leadership Minnesota. Dave McMillan of Minnesota Power, Duluth and 2009-2010 Chair of the Minnesota Chamber Board, recognizes outgoing Chair Ginny Morris of Hubbard Radio, Minneapolis. Joe Swedberg of Hormel Foods Corporation, Austin, receives the Spirit of Minnesota Award. 'Joe is the consummate volunteer,' said Ginny Morris of Hubbard Radio, Minneapolis, 2008-2009 Chair of the Minnesota Chamber Board. Business leaders have an opportunity to meet with U.S. Senator Al Franken to discuss federal issues that have impact on their bottom lines. Governor Tim Pawlenty salutes manufacturers at the annual Minnesota Manufacturers' Summit. The Manufacturers' Summit was held on October 20 at the Hilton Minneapolis.



 

Conferences

Annual Meeting:

Held in either January or February of each year, the MCCE Annual Meeting is packed with top notch speakers and emerging topics that affect chambers of commerce.

Volunteer Leadership Conference:

This full day conference is an opportunity for chamber professionals to bring together their volunteer leaders to learn about trends in local chambers, innovative programs and develop leadership skills. This event is typically held in conjunction with the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce legislative reception on the first day of the Legislative Session.

Washington D.C. Trip:

Annually, more than 60 Minnesota business leaders and 15 or 20 local chambers travel to D.C. to meet with congressional leaders about important federal business issues.

Mini Institute:

Always the first Thursday in June, Mini Institute is held in St. Cloud. This full day seminar is designed specifically for staff members of a local chamber of commerce. The conference brings a diverse and talented crowd from all across the state.

Fall Conference:

Held each September in a greater Minnesota community, Fall Conference provides MCCE members the opportunity to share ideas and network in a relaxed atmosphere. The majority of the programs at this two and a half day conference are developed and led by our fellow members.

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