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Waseca Area Chamber of Commerce • 112 North State Street • Waseca, MN 56093 • (507) 835-3260 • Fax (507) 835-3267email: [email protected] • www.wasecachamber.com
Representing Business • Enhancing Community • Promoting Growth
Fall 2016Next Newsletter • January 2017
The Waseca Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors proudly announce we are “Keeping It Local” by partnering with video production services of Mediacom. We want to thank Mediacom for providing this complimentary service for the chamber, businesses and community.
You can see the Business & Community video at www.wasecachamber.com
THE CHAMBER'SBUSINESS & COMMUNITY VIDEO
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Award Recognitions
Boss of the Year
Has signi�cant tenure, respected as a supervisor, leader, and mentor, contributes to the well-being of the community and is involved in community organizations, initiatives, or projects. Must be a member in good standing of the Waseca Area Chamber of Commerce.
Please include the following information with your nomination. Name of nominee with business name, address and phone number, a narrative up to 500 words about your nominee’s experience as it relates to the criteria. Also include your name and phone number.
Nomination deadline: November 3rd
Young Professional Distinguished Service Award
The recipient of the Young Professional Distinguished Service Award is an individual between 18-40 years old and a resident of Waseca. This individual has “given themselves” through civic and academic involvement, career or business accomplishments, volunteer services and personal improvement.
Please include the name of nominee, address and phone number, a narrative up to 500 words about your nominee’s experience as it relates to the criteria. Also include your name and phone number.
Nomination deadline: November 3rd
Community Development Award
Focus on individuals, groups or organizations…the focus on “volunteers” as opposed to “sta�”; Encourages the promotion and advancement of community development. Candidates demonstrate through time, commitment and attitude that there is a long term bene�t to Waseca Community.
Please include the name of nominee, address and phone number, a narrative up to 500 words about your nominee’s experience as it relates to the criteria. Also include your name and phone number.
Nomination deadline: November 3rd.
Waseca County Distinguished Agricultural Leadership Award
Recognizes distinguished individuals who have dedicated their lives to the advancement of agriculture in Waseca County. Individuals will have demonstrated outstanding leadership in the community, place of business or employment, and the advancement of the agricultural industry. Nomination form can be found on http://www.wasecachamber.com/chamber-recognition-events.
Nomination deadline: September 30th.
The chamber is seeking nominations for the following:
Please check with the chamber for prior recipients of the above awards as eligibility is one time only.
Save the DateANNUAL COMMUNITY AWARDS RECOGNITION EVENT
Saturday, January 28, 2017 @ 6:30 p.m
Criteria for Business of the Year
1) Timeliness of Award…This takes into account a signi�cant milestone event and the longevity of the business in the community.
2) Employee Impact… Does the business provide a family friendly work environment, bene�ts, train entry-level employees?
3) Successfulness…Has the business been able to survive the ripples in the economy, the e�ects of competition and market changes?
4) Business Impact…Is the management philosophy consistent with stability, growth, ethical business practices and continuing improvement of the business?
5) Community Impact…Does the business provide support, resources and volunteers to work on broader community projects, committees and e�orts that have a positive e�ect on the greater Waseca community and provide community leadership?
6) The Broader Message to be Conveyed…Is there something special about this business that can be useful to others in the community?
• Must be a member in good standing with the chamber.
Past Business of the Year Award Recipients
2015 – Cinch Connectivity Solutions2014 – Lenz Lawn Care2013 – Schmidt Hoehn Law Ltd.2012 – Colony Court 2011 – Sacred Heart School2010 – Hy-Vee2009 – Connors Plumbing & Heating2008 – Jobs Plus2007 – Tesch Service Center2006 – Clemons Bus Line Lenz Bus Service2005 – Suburban Furniture2004 – Miller Armstrong Building2003 – LarsonAllen2002 – Kiesler’s Campground
2001 – Itron2000 – Shady Oaks Nursery1999 – Waseca Medical Center1998 – Clear Lake Press1997 – Lake Shore Inn Nursing Home1996 – Century 21 – First Choice Realty1995 – Roundbank1994 – Patton, Hoversten, & Berg1993 – Charlie’s Hardware1992 – Lewer Auto Company1991 – Associated Lumber Marts1990 – Viking Woodcraft1989 – Waseca Mutual Insurance1988 – U of M Southern Experiment1987 – Winegar
1986 – Driessen-Culligan1985 – First National Bank1984 – Edward Priebe Company1983 – Tollefson Sanitary Service1982 – Byron Farm Store1981 – All Industry1980 – Delta Truck Body1979 – Mishek’s1978 – Brown Printing1977 – Waseca Education1976 – Dean’s Specialty1975 – Birds Eye Foods1974 – Corchran1973 – E.F. Johnson
2016 Business of the Year Award
Please provide 500 words about your nominees experience as it relates to the criteria.
Submit nominations to [email protected] by September 22, 2016
Business of the Year
BUSINESS & INDUSTRY LUNCHEON
Thursday, October 27 11:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.Waseca Lakeside Club
Join us as we honor the 2016 Business of the Year recipient and recognize our area manufacturers.
RSVP & Cancellation Date – October 21, 2016
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Je� Castellari, Chris Grimes507-835-4193 | 800 5th Ave SW, Waseca Progress Award
Brian Hansen507-835-4716 | 119 North State Street, Waseca Member/Progress Award
EDWARD JONES CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILROAD
Chad Hjellming (507) 835-3380 | 213 2nd St. NW, WasecaMember/Progress Award
WASECA COUNTY NEWS
Ambassadors in Action
The Ambassadors serve at ribbon cuttings, grand openings, special anniversary events, monthly business mixers and host the chamber’s recognition events. This group is a team of enthusiastic members who generously give of their time in building the business community relationships.
Steve Schoenrock (507)833-2035 | 1400 5th St. SE, WasecaMember/New Business Award
Cassie Meister(507) 835-3764 | 231 West Elm Ave, WasecaMember/Progress Award
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www.cinch.com 107 S State St. • 833-8888
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The purpose of the Roots Award is to recognize and honor businesses that have provided goods and
services to people in the Waseca area for
MORE THAN 30 YEARS!
Congratulations! Congratulations!
Congratulations!
“People To Know” - Roots Award
Marcia Berg, Jenifer Dvorak, Rachel VanDenboom, Jodie Thompson, Kim Berg (not pictured – Julie Oslund)507-833-3300 | 1311 North State Street, Waseca Member/Progress Award
Jarius Volkman, Peter Madel III, Peter Madel Jr 507- 835-0043 | 122 East Elm Ave., WasecaMember/Progress Award
EDINA REALTY SNAP FITNESS
Janet Radke507-833-8888 | 107 South State St, WasecaMember/Roots Award
William Fitzsimmons507-835-1094 | 405 8th Ave NW, Waseca Member/Roots Award
Tim Heilman507-835-7907 | 123 East Elm Ave, WasecaMember/Roots Award
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Events
DATE: October 19, 2016
TIME: 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Central Building Auditorium501 E. Elm Avenue
Cost: $95
Sponsor: Waseca Area Chamber of CommerceWaseca Public Schools
Register at www.wasecachamber.com/events
As I re�ect on the past year as chair of the chamber, it has been a great year to continue to be involved in the business community of Waseca. Over the past year we celebrated with the business community with our annual awards in which we recognized our Boss of the Year, Bill Jensen with Mediacom, and celebrated our Business of the Year being Cinch Connectivity Solutions.
This year also brought us heartache with the passing of Dan Hoehn. Dan was very committed to the chamber and very involved as being the past chair. Even after Dan’s diagnosis of pancreatic cancer he continued to want to be involved with the chamber, working to make a di�erence in the Waseca business community. Dan’s passing caught many of us by surprise. Dan was an advocate for our community and he will be greatly missed.
Over the last year the chamber has worked very hard to provide tools for our membership and business community. This year the chamber has revamped its website to make it more user friendly but also a stronger tool to help build our business community. Some items within our new website include our new business modules that assist our members with: County/City Statistics, Sites and Buildings - assist in �nding optimal business locations, Demographics – come see what our work force demographics can do for your business, and Member Business Directory. Also added to the website is the new blog in which you will �nd relevant information and tools with business news and resources. Within the new website is a new video that showcases our business and community.
As I look forward there is a lot on the horizon for the Waseca Chamber and community. Save the date – Join us on October 19th. The chamber will be hosting our �rst Leadercast simulcast that will broadcast on the big screen at the Central Building. By attending Leadercast – this event will sharpen your leadership skills, increase employee engagement and collaboration, grow leaders within all levels of your organization and build relationships with customers and vendors. An event to inspire and motivate you! For more details visit the Waseca Chamber website at www.wasecachamber.com/educational-opportunities.
Also in the upcoming year the chamber, in conjunction with Riverland Community College will host its second LEADERSHIP Greater Waseca Academy. LEADERSHIP Greater Waseca Academy is held every other year in the Waseca community. This leadership program is designed to enable candidates to learn about Waseca area resources, values, strengths, weaknesses, and challenges. A learning experience geared toward providing an in-depth look at key elements of the community. Please visit the chamber website for more information on this exciting opportunity.
It has been my pleasure to serve as board chair this year. I have met and worked with many of the business leaders in the community, but I have also made many new friends in the community. The Waseca Chamber thanks you for your support and also asks that if there is any more the chamber can help with in your business to please reach out to our o�ce.
From the Boardroom
Jade PrinsWACC Board Chair
New Chamber Members
Membership
Update your ONLINE INFORMATION on chamber website. Submit your pro�le, keywords, photos, logo and links to map locator
Display your MEMBERSHIP DECAL–Heighten your company visibility in your business and on your website
Member DIRECTORY LISTING on website
Display your business cards and brochures at the CHAMBER OFFICE
WEB DEALS – Members can advertise their specials and deals
WEB JOB POSTING – Members can post their job openings
ATTEND EVENTS – Watch for e-communication announcements
Host a BUSINESS AFTER HOURS Membership Mixer networking event
Low cost SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES to market your business
ENHANCE COMMUNITY - By investing in the chamber you are assisting chamber sta�, board and volunteers in advancing your interests in local, regional and state levels which improves the climate for business and community
10 WAYS TO USE YOUR MEMBERSHIP
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Keeping your business connectedwith Business Internet, Phone & TV
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MEET & GREET CANDIDATE FORUMYou are invited to attend as a guest to the
‘Meet & Greet’ forum Thursday, November 3
Noon-1 pm @ Waseca LakesideHear from the local candidates running for Mayor, City Council, and County Commissioner. They will speak on their goals for moving Waseca area community forward.
Lunch served—pay at the doorRSVP by October 27th so we can plan for lunch.
Coordinated by Rotary & Waseca Area Chamber of Commerce.
An opportunity to meet your customers of tomorrow.
Represent your business and bring a door prize!
MEMBERSHIP MIXER
September 12 Edina RealtySeptember 28 Principal – John PriebeOctober 6 Homestead Home Goods & VintageNovember 2 HyVee @ Starfire Event Center • 5-7 pm
Business After Hours
Chamber Meetings
AgriBusiness Committee 7:00 am 3rd Thursday each month • September–May
Ambassadors Meetings and Visits 8:00 am 3rd Tuesday each month
Business After Hours Membership Mixer 4:30 pm February –November • Dates TBA
Discover Waseca Careers Twice a month • September–May
Grow Minnesota! Business Visits Monthly as scheduled
Waseca Area Chamber Board of Directors 7:00 am Last Tuesday of each month
Waseca Area Chamber Executive O�cers Noon 3rd Thursday of each month
Workforce Development & Education Committee As scheduled
2016 Business After Hours 4:30-6:30 pm
WOULD YOU LIKE TO HOST A BAH IN 2017? If you are interested the dates tend to �ll up quickly so let us know as soon as possible.
Call the Chamber for BAH hosting details and make your reservation today!
