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Official Publication of Grand Forks - East Grand Forks Chamber of Commerce
Page 2Chamber Update
Page 4Jan/Feb New Members
Page 6 & 7A Month In Pictures
Page 8Business Briefs
Page 9February Brown BagSeminar
Page 11February Business AfterHours
Page 12ATHENA Nominations
Vol 6 Issue 1 January/February 2010
202 N. 3rd StreetGrand Forks, ND 58203
PO Box 315East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(701)772-7271(701)772-9238 Fax
Mission Statement
“The Chamber of Commercecreates an environment
that encourages businesssuccess while enhancing the quality of life in our region.”
Mayor Brown will talk about the past year and the opportunities that2010 holds for our community to position itself as the best of the best.
Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - $15/person (includes lunch)Alerus Center - 11:30am - 1:00pm
To register: Contact The Chamber at 772-7271, [email protected] or onlineat www.gochamber.org
Limited seating, sign up soon. Registration deadline is 2/12/10
Team GF: Going D1
8th AnnualGrand Forks State of theCity Address & Luncheon
By Mayor Michael R. Brown
Corporate Sponsors
Business PartnersCity of Thompson Nodak Electric HB Sound & Light
Staff
Barry WilfahrtPresident/CEO
Lisa SwansonVice President of Operations
Jennifer WalshMembership Relations Director
Corrina SachnoProgram Coordinator
Carla YounceFinance Director
Kimberly StromAdministrative Assistant
OfficersChair: Barb SchultzIdeal Aerosmith, Inc.
Chair-Elect: Jim GallowayJLG Architects
Past Chair: Rick DuquetteCity of Grand Forks
Secretary: Chris SemrauRalph Engelstad Arena
Kent HansonNCTC
Bryan LeeGateway StorageBarry Wilfahrt
The Chamber - GF/EGFDirectors
Thane Bergh - American Federal Bank
Andy Byron - United Valley Bank
Torrie Enget - Best Buy
Scott Huizenga- City of EGF
Brian Johnson - Choice Financial
Phyllis Johnson- UND
Curt Kreun - GF City Council
Linda Pierce -Crary Homes & Real Estate
Jim Richter - EGF EDHA
Jim Satrom - PS Doors
Tim Sayler - Altru Health System
Steve Swanson - AE2S
Klaus Thiessen - GF Regional EDC
Jeff Westrem - Hugo’s
Jeff Wilson - Vilandre Heating & AC
Matt Winjum - Rhombus Guys
Sr. Military Advisor to the BoardColonel Donald Shaffer - GFAFB
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NW MN Intergovern-mental Retreat set forFebruary 12thThe Chamber is spon-soring an intergovern-mental retreat onFebruary 12th aimed atsharing informationbetween various
government and business entities in NWMN.The event will be held at Shooting StarCasino in Mahnomen from 11:30 a.m. to4:30 p.m. Business people are encouragedto attend.
Representatives from Polk County, theCity of East Grand Forks, the EGF SchoolDistrict, EGF EDHA, and The Chamber willall give reports. Minnesota State SenatorLeRoy Stumpf, Representative BernieLieder and the Minnesota CongressionalDelegation have also been invited toparticipate. Leon Heath from the North-west Regional Development Commissionwill facilitate the event. With so manybudget issues facing Minnesota weexpect some very good discussion.
Please let us know if you are planning toattend. Contact he chamber office at 701-772-7271 or [email protected]. Re-freshments are provided; buffet lunch ison your own.
Business Needs Stability to ThriveBusiness tends to thrive in a stableenvironment. As business people, we areused to dealing with changes in themarket place, competition and traditionaleconomic cycles. What is hard to adjustto and even harder to predict, are theregulatory changes that have been madeand are on the horizon in Washington.
In a meeting with Congressman Pomeroyrecently, we talked about how the manypieces of the stimulus package, financialregulatory changes and the new healthcare bill will impact what he called the“fundamental cost factors of doingbusiness.” I was impressed that he wasvery sensitive to this. Each time Congressmakes a change these cost factors areaffected, often times without a clearindication of how dramatic the change willbe. The result is business uncertainty.Uncertainty leads to caution and riskaversion which tends to slow investmentand economic growth.
Chamber Update
Barry Willfahrt
Much of what Congress has done hasbeen needed. However, doing too muchtoo fast; like tackling cap and trade, theemployee free choice act, an immediateadditional stimulus package will almostcertainly seriously affect fundamental costfactors and add to uncertainty. Both arebad things for business.
At this point in time it would seemprudent to take more of a Red River Valleyconservative approach and let some of themany “fixes” that have been made reallytake effect before making even morechanges. Message to Congress is slowdown and give business some time toadjust.
MN Business Day at the Capitol March10th
Join an East Grand Forks Business Daydelegation in St. Paul on March 10th.Chamber President, Barry Wilfahrt will beleading the East Grand Forks group to St.Paul where they will meet with locallegislators LeRoy Stump and BernieLeider. The group will also participate in abusiness briefing and meet with businesspeople from across Minnesota. Contactthe Chamber office to find out more aboutparticipating.
Chamber Announces 2010 Plan ofAction
Chamber Board Chair Barb Schultzpresented the the 2010 ChamberPlan of Action at The Chamber’s
Annual Meeting in January.
Connecting with the membershipthrough involvement and doing whatis relevant and of value to them willbe the theme for 2010. Please look
for your copy in the FebruaryChamber Express.
All members are encouraged to takea few minutes to see what TheChamber is planning for 2010.
Members are encouraged to contactthe staff about getting more involved
or with any questions they haveabout the planned programs for 2010.
It is going to be a great year!
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Barb SchultzIdeal AerosmithChair
Jim GallowayJLG ArchitectsChair Elect/Treasurer
Rick DuquetteCity of GFPast Chair
Chris SemrauREAVice Chair/Secretary
Bryan LeeGateway StorageVice Chair
Kent HansonNCTCVice Chair
Barry WilfahrtThe Chamber - GF/EGFPresident/CEO
Thane BerghAmerican Federal Bank
Scott HuizengaCity of EGF
Torrie EngetBest Buy
Brian JohnsonChoice Financial
Curt KreunGF City Council
Linda PiercePrudential-Crary RealEstate
Jim RichterEGF Ec. Dev. HousingAuthority
Phyllis JohnsonUND
Jim SatromPS Doors
Steve SwansonAE2S
Klaus ThiessenGF Region EDC
Jeff WestremHugo’s
Tim SaylerAltru Health System
Jeff WilsonVilandre Heating & AirConditioning
Col. Donald ShafferGFAFB CommanderSr. Military Advisor to the Board
Matt WinjumRhombus Guys
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Andy ByronUnited Valley Bank
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Welcome New MembersJeff JensenIndividual Membership
Davis Landscaping LLCChris Davis5515 University AveGrand Forks, ND 58203701-741-6484chris@davislandscapellc.comwww.davislandscapellc.comDavis Landscaping is a full servicelandscape construction and mainte-nance company. We specialize inresidential design and installation ofirrigation systems and custom land-scaping. In addition, we provide lawncare and maintenance services to thegreater Grand Forks region.
Keller Williams – Linda Bunde1604 S Washington St Suite 101Grand Forks, ND [email protected]
Merrill LynchRick Mercil2650 32nd Ave S Suite OGrand Forks, ND 58201701-775-5804www.ml.comMerrill Lynch is a premier wealthmanagement service provider in GrandForks. The office of Merrill Lynch hasfive Financial Advisors and two ClientAssociates. Two of the Advisors: RickMercil and Chad Detienne have beenrecognized by Barron’s as the TopFinancial Advisors in the State for2009. Mike Elsberry holds a CFP(certified financial planner) and allemployees hold a Chartered Retire-ment Planning Counselor designationsfrom the College of Financial Planning.The local office has been recognizedconsistently for its continued growth,exceptional service and clean compli-ance record. The Advisors providesolutions for; small business owners,families, individual investors and non-profit organizations. The office man-ager is Rick Mercil.
SpringHill Suites Hotel
National Property Inspections –Tim Brown3589 Norkota CtGrand Forks, ND [email protected]/tbrownNational Property Inspections willprovide you with a thorough unbiased,detailed, confidential and professionalinspection of your property, weatherthat is your home or a commercialbuilding, weather you’re buying orselling property, an inspection providespeace of mind as you make purchas-ing decisions. NPI offers a full menu ofinspection services to both residentialand commercial clients. Our mostpopular inspections include newconstruction, existing residential andcommercial buildings, multi-units,condos, manufactured homes, pre-listing inspections and 11 monthinspections where new home warran-ties are about to expire.
Boldmethod, LLCAleks Udris667 DeMers Ave Suite 1001Grand Forks, ND 58201701-775-8608aleks@boldmethod.comwww.boldmethod.comBoldMethod, LLC supplies interactivecourseware and software developmentfor a variety of industries, with empha-sis on aviation and procedural sys-tems. Their products are used forinternal and external training, as wellas product marketing. BoldMethod isbased in Grand Forks, North Dakota.
A-Pink EnterprisesFolake Olumide817 Duke DrGrand Forks, ND 58201701-213-6836apinkenter@gmail.comwww.apinkenterprises.comA-Pink Enterprises is a promotionalproducts specialty company offeringpersonalized items for businesses andindividuals. We also offer a wideensemble of social stationery for yourcorporate and social events.
AT & T1410 Telford DrLiberty, MO [email protected]&T is a premier communicationscompany offering the world’s mostadvanced IP-based business commu-nications services; the nation’s fastestwireless 3G network and leading highspeed Internet access and voiceservices. In 2009, AT&T again rankedNo. 1 in the telecommunicationsindustry on FORTUNE® magazine’slist of the World’s Most AdmiredCompanies.
JC PenneyKevin Flynn2800 S Columbia RdGrand Forks, ND 58201701-746-4521www.jcp.comJCPenney is one of America’s leadingretailers, operating throughout theUnited States and Puerto Rico. Wehave the largest apparel and homefurnishing sites on the Internet,jcp.com, and the nation’s largestgeneral merchandise catalog busi-ness. Across our integrated enterprise,JCPenney offers a wide array ofnational, private and exclusive brandswhich reflect the Company’s commit-ment to providing customers with styleand quality at smart prices.
Nodak Mutual – Deb KollingDeb Kolling1123 N 42nd StGrand Forks, ND 58201701-772-7285701-740-1195dkolling@nodakmutual.comwww.debkolling.comwww.nodakmutual.comDeb has been in the insuranceindustry for the past 6 years and isnew with Nodak Mutual. She sells andservices home, auto, farm, business,life, disability, health ect insurance.
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1st Liberty Federal Credit Union1st Realty-Jerry Youngberg5-Star Collision & Glass CenterA & L Siding & Home ImprovementCenterAchieve Therapy LLCAFLACAlltel Business Solutions - 32nd Ave.SAltru Health System - HospitalAmerican Cancer Society/Relaty forLifeAmerican Federal Bank - GFAmericInn Motels & SuitesAnderson Brothers Auto Body ShopApplebee’sAurora ClinicBNSF Railway CompanyC&R Cleaners & LaundryCabela’sCamrud, Maddock, Olson & LarsonLtdCandle Bin, TheCariveau, George A Business Consult-antCD CommunicationsChoice Financial - S. WashingtonCitizens Community Credit UnionCitizens Communtiy Credit Union-WalMartCity of East Grand ForksColumbia LiquorsComfort InnCommunity Contractors, Inc.Community Foundation of GF, EGF &RegionConlin’s FurnitureCrary Homes & Real Estate - LindaPierceCulver’s of GFDakota Fire ProtectionDakota Sales/BudweiserDakota Supply GroupDaydreams SpecialitiesDean Foods NC, Inc./Land O’Lakes
Thank You for Renewing Your MembershipThe following businesses know the value of their Chamber Membership and haverenewed their membership in The Chamber - GF/EGF. Please visit them for your
purchasing needs.Deaton’s Mailing Systems, IncDenny’sDex MediaEast Grand InnEconomic Development HousingAuthorityEconomy Plumbing, Inc.EGF Blue Line ClubEl Roco Nightclub & Bottle ShopFert-L-LawnForks Lath & PlasterForum Communications PrintingFrandsen Bank & Trust (EGF)G.W. & Sons Construction, Inc.Gaffaney’sGerrells Sports Center/Hockey WorldGF Board of RealtorsGF Country clubGF County AgenciesGF Public SchoolsGGF Senior Citizens Assoc., IncGirl Scouts - Dakota HorizonsGlobal Safety NetworkGrand Forks Center for SleepGreenberg Realty - Tammy HowardGreenberg Realty - Rita SchusterGuestHouse InternationalHardware HankHarmon Glass DoctorHeyer Engineering P.C.Hugo’s #3Hugo’s Wine & SpiritsIndependent School District #595Ink DoctorIntegra TelecomJ&G LandscapingJ.R. SimplotJenny Craig Weight Loss CentreJoe Black’sKadrmas, Lee & Jackson, Inc.Keith’s Security WorldKingsbury Applied EconomicsKochever, RonLakeview Inn & Suites
Humana1611 Alderson AveBillings, MT [email protected]’s unique approach – fromplan designs to consumer guidance –changes the way consumers chooseand use healthcare. Throughout ourorganization, Humana associates andleaders are dedicated to deliveringvalue to customers, members, andshareholders. Humana offers a rangeof products and services in addition togroup health insurance. Our businessunits serve the military, individuals,seniors, and many others. We alsooffer specialty products, includingdental coverage.
Dakota Software IncBrian Wurzbacher2303 S WashingtonGrand Forks, ND [email protected] sales, software develop-ment, IT services, free email hosting,and web development/hosting
Mr Sandless North DakotaBrian Opdahl609 Plain Hills DrGrand Forks, ND [email protected]. Sandless Grand Forks is now Mr.Sandless North Dakota serving all ofND and NW MN. Mr. Sandless is afranchise business based out ofPhiladelphia and the local franchise isindependently owned by Brian Opdahl.Mr. Sandless is the “Green, non toxic,kid and pet safe” floor refinishingsystem that uses its own water basedsolutions and finish products to cleanand refinish all kinds of floors fromreal wood to laminate, manufacturedflooring, tile, terrazzo, marble, etc.There is no dust released into the airbecause there is no sanding involved.To see some of our results go tomrsandless.com.
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Holiday Inn ExpressBusiness After Hours
Annual Dinner at Alerus Center
Gorden Caldis - HenryHavig Award Recipient
Eggstravaganza
Annual Dinner
Annual Dinner
Silent Auction at Annual Dinner
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Annual Dinner -Gov. Hoeven, Guest
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Gerry Joyce - Henry Havig AwardRecipient
Annual Dinner at Alerus Center
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Peabody Joins REABoard of DirectorsBob Peabody has joined the RalphEngelstad Arena Board of Directors.
Peabody is the owner ofLumber Mart which hehas operated since 1983.He spent eight years onthe East Grand Fork CityCouncil, six as President.Peabody served asPresident of the EastGrand Forks and Grand
Forks Chamber of Commerce, been a pastboard chair of United Hospital and AltruHealth Systems and is currently a boardmember of U.S. Bank, Grand Forks.Peabody was also a member of the 1959UND men’s ice hockey NCAA nationalchampionship team.”
EAPC Hires ToddJelinskiTodd Jelinski, AIA, has been hired assenior project architect at EAPC Archi-tects & Engineers. His current role atEAPC is to provide production manage-ment for the firm. He is a 1992 graduate of
NDSU and most recentlyworked for OpusArchitects and Engi-neers out of Minneapo-lis. Todd is a member ofthe American Institute ofArchitects and NationalCouncil of ArchitecturalRegistration Boards. He
comes to EAPC with over 16 years ofdesign experience, including work ineducational, governmental and commercialprojects as well as corporate and religiousfacilities. His prior experience alsoincludes work for DLR Group (Minneapo-lis), Shoen Associates and Hunter GrobeArchitects/Planners. He has a profes-sional license in North Dakota andMinnesota.
EAPC Project Selectedas Outstanding DesignAn EAPC project has been selected toappear as an Outstanding Design in the2009 American School & UniversityArchitectural Portfolio, the premiershowcase celebrating the best in educa-tion design. Bismarck State College’sNational Energy Center of Excellence(NECE) was selected as one of the 178projects to be profiled in the NovemberArchitectural Portfolio issue of American
School & University. An annual competi-tion honoring education design excel-lence, the Architectural Portfolio spot-lights projects representing some of themost effective learning environments inAmerica.
The National Energy Center of Excellenceis a $3 million new facility that houses thecollege’s energy programs. The NECEenhances training and education opportu-nities in key areas directly related to theenergy industry and serves as a ‘one-stoptraining and education shop.’ Thebuilding has a variety of purposesincluding classrooms, learning labs andadministrative offices. The NECE isdesigned to meet the requirements ofSilver-level LEED Certification.
Issendorf Joins FlintGroupLibby Issendorf has joined the Flint Groupas a digital strategist and will work withclients in all Flint locations to develop andimplement social media strategy across allbrands.
Specializing in paidonline media strategyand tactical executions,Issendorf has experiencein blending traditionalmedia planning and newmedia strategy. She hasworked extensively withthe most popular social
platforms such as Facebook, Twitter andothers.
Before joining Flint, Issendorf was amedia analyst at Campbell Mithun, whereshe led the development of the agency’ssocial media team, working with a varietyof clients including Hamburger Helper,Famous Footwear, H&R Block and theGreater Twin Cities United Way.
She is a graduate of the University ofMinnesota in the Twin Cites and has aB.A. degree in both English and strategiccommunication.
Angie Laxdal has beenhired as an accountcoordinator. She willassist with planning,coordinating andexecuting a variety ofprojects for the GrandForks office.
A native of Crystal, N.D., Laxdal is agraduate of North Dakota State Universityin Fargo, with a B.S. degree in publicrelations and advertising and a minor injournalism. While at NDSU, Laxdalmanaged the advertising department ofthe campus newspaper and completed anon-profit event planning internship.
She and her husband, Kelby, live in GrandForks
Winjum Named Entrepreneurin ResidenceThe Entrepreneurship Department at theUniversity of North Dakota is pleased to
welcome Matt Winjumback as “Entrepreneur-in-Residence” for asecond semester.Winjum also co-ownsRhombus Guys in GrandForks and was named2009 SBA YoungEntrepreneur of the Year
along with fellow Rhombus co-owner,Arron Hendricks. Using his experience asa successful, local business owner, Mattteaches a class called “Imagination,Creativity & Entrepreneurial Thinking” oncampus this semester.
Spring Career FairThe University of North Dakota CareerServices would like to invite you to our2010 Spring Career Fair
We believe UND’s Spring Fair is anexcellent opportunity for employers toconnect with students for Full-timedegreed positions or Cooperative Educa-tion/Internship opportunities. Studentsfrom all Majors and Grade Levels areinvited to attend.
Date: Tuesday, February 9, 2010Time: Noon - 5:00pmPlace: UND Wellness CenterCost: Booth space, lunch for two andafternoon snacks/beverages is $200.00
On-line registration is now available atwww.career.und.edu Contact: Lynn Lee at777-3905 for more information
Johnson Named COO ofChoice FinancialThe board of directors of Choice FinancialGroup named Brian Johnson as chiefoperations officer at its December meet-ing.
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Johnson has been with thecompany since 1999, andwas named president of thebank’s Walhalla, N.D.location in 2001. He hasalso held the position ofchief credit officer, and mostrecently served as marketpresident for the bank’s two
locations in Grand Forks, N.D. Johnson isalso a member of the company’s board ofdirectors, senior credit committee, andexecutive management team.
“Mr. Johnson has played a key role in the on-going growth and success of our company,”states Lynn Paulson, Choice Financial chiefexecutive officer. “With his energy, passionand unmatched commitment to his customers,we have experienced significant growth andkept our Midwestern roots at the core of ourbusiness.”
Johnson, a native of Walhalla, N.D., gradu-ated from Jamestown College with a businessmanagement and economics degree. He wasrecently named to the Grand Forks-East GrandForks Chamber of Commerce board ofdirectors and was named a Rising Star byNorthwestern Financial Review in 2006. Heand his family reside in Grand Forks.
Frandsen Bank & TrustMilestone AnniversariesFrandsen Bank & Trust, a leading provider ofbanking products and services though outthe Red River Valley, is happy to announcethe 2009 milestone anniversaries of its mostimportant resource: employees.
35 yearsAudrey Thompson is an Assistant VicePresident in Consumer Loans with FrandsenBank & Trust in East Grand Forks. Thompsonjoined Frandsen (then Community NationalBank) in 1974 as a Teller. She has held anumber of positions within the bank includingLoan Support and Consumer Loan Officer.
30 yearsJohn E. (Jack) Robertson is the MarketPresident of Frandsen Bank & Trust’s EastGrand Forks office. Robertson began hiscareer with Frandsen (then Citizen’s StateBank), in September of 1979 as a Loan Officer.He was promoted to Vice President and laterto Senior Vice President.
25 yearsNan Larson is a Vice President in Real Estateand Consumer Loans with Frandsen Bank &Trust in the East Grand Forks office. Larsonjoined Frandsen (then Citizen’s State Bank) in
September of 1984 as a Teller. She hasheld a number of positions within thebank including Branch Manager, Loanand Operations Officer.
20 yearsCorey Cleveland is a Senior VicePresident in Commercial Loans withFrandsen Bank & Trust’s Grand Forksoffice. Cleveland began his career withFrandsen (then Community NationalBank) in September of 1989.
15 yearsCindy Korynta is a Loan Processor inthe Grand Forks office.
Cheryl Fugleberg is a Loan Processor inthe Grand Forks office.
10 yearsJody Strande is a Loan Processor in theEast Grand Forks office.
Lynne Heffernan is a Customer ServiceRepresentative in the East Grand Forksoffice.
5 yearsNadine Rood is a Loan Officer in RealEstate Loans in the Grand Forks office.
Amber Helt is a Financial ServicesCoordinator; she is located in the EastGrand Forks South Point office.
Jacquelyn Lamberson is a UniversalTeller in the East Grand Forks SouthPoint office.
Shana Halstad is a Universal Teller inthe Grand Forks University Villageoffice.
Ron Kuznia is an Assistant VicePresident in Commercial Loans in theEast Grand Forks office.
Audrey Thompson
Corey Cleveland
Nan LarsonJack Robertson
Cheryl FuglebergCindy Korynta
Lynne HeffernanJody Strande Nadine Rood
Shana HalstadJacquelyn LambersonAmber Helt
Ron Kuznia
Grasser Joins AE2SAE2S (Advanced Engineering andEnvironmental Services, Inc.) has hiredJordan Grasser as a Design Engineer in
its Grand Forks, NDoffice. Jordan is anative of Grand Forks,ND and earned hisMaster of Science andBachelor of ScienceDegrees in ChemicalEngineering from theUniversity of North
Dakota in Grand Forks, ND. Prior tojoining AE2S, Jordan worked forSUNSRISE Renewables, Inc. as aProcess Design Engineer where heperformed process vessel sizing, processdesign, and process optimization.
At AE2S, Jordan will initially be part ofthe design team working on the $14.6million Water Treatment Plant Improve-ments Project for the City of Valley City,ND. His role in the project will includethe development of a hydraulic profilefor the new plant configuration, processpiping layout for the raw water andmembrane drain systems, and chemicalfeed systems and finished water pipinglayout.
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Reservations not cancelled 3 business days prior to theevent will be billed.
A Chamber & SCORE Brown Bag Seminar
This brown bag is presented by:Linn Hodgson
Account Manager - Ad Monkeys09 ND SBA Journalist/Business Advocate of
the Year
You know your products and/or services are wonderful,but.…
You know you are targeting the right audience, but….You know your advertising is effective, but….
WHY ARE SALES SO LOW????
Attend this session to learn how you and your salesstaff can avoid common mistakes made every day bynew and yes, even seasoned sales people. You can doeverything right to get that customer to your door butif you can’t close the deal, you have wasted your effort.
Too often we overlook common sense applications inhow we approach selling.
Register today to learn about the Top Ten Killer SalesMistakes and start increasing your sales immediately!
PLUS 5 Sure Fire Techniques That Work!
Wednesday, February 24, 201011:30am – 1pm
The ChamberLunch is provided
$20/members$30/ non-members
To register, contact The Chamber at 772-7271 [email protected].
Reservation deadline is February 23rd.Seating is limited, sign up soon.
PLUS - 5 Sure Fire Prospecting Tips/Tools
Top 10 KillerSales MistakesTop 10 Killer
Sales MistakesLiberty Business Systems, Inc.McDonald’s Columbia MallMcDonald’s Gateway DriveMcFarlaneMeritCare ClinicMidcontinent CommunicationsMidwesst Coca-Cola of GFModern Information Systems, Inc.Nissan Honda of GFNorby’s Work PerksNorth Dakota University SystemNorthern Bag and Box CompanyNorthland Community & Technical CollegeP D SproulePepsi Americas, Inc.Peterson Veterinary ClinicPhiladelphia Macaroni CompanyPolk County DACPraxis Strategy GroupPS DoorsRSVP - Your Invitation to ServeRamada InnRiddle’s JewelryRight Choice Electric, Inc.Ryan Potato CompanySacred Heart Catholic SchoolsSam’s ClubSanders 1907SCORE - Service Corp of Retired ExecutivesShooting Star CasinoSimplex Grinnell LPStay & Play Pet ResortStennes Funeral HomeStone’s Mobile Radio, Inc.Strata CorporationSwingen Construction CompanyTaco John’sTanabe, Curtis DDSThe ExponentTop Quality MotorsUND Athletic DepartmentValley Oral & Facial SurgeryVreeland Remodeling, Inc.Waste ManagementWebster, Foster, and WestonWorkwriteXcel EnergyYMCA Family CenterZimney, Foster, P.C.
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Member Referrals Made ByThe Chamber In 2010:
New Resident PacketsDistributed By The Chamber
In 2010:
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32,350+ WebpageViews in One Month!
www.gochamber.org lists all our Chambermembers and people are finding you there!Some of the categories visited and number ofviews received from January 1st to February2nd were:
Abstractor/Architects/Engineers 2742Hotels & Motels 2164Contractors & Construction 1963Financial Institutions 1746Restaurants 1725Realtors 1587Insurance Agencies 1074Attorneys 908Automotive Supplies & Service 612Non Profit Organizations 511
Total for January: 82
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NorthStar Telcom invite all Chamber Members and employees to their exciting Business After Hours.Stop by and enjoy the great food and fun. Take advantage of great networking opportunitieswhile you are there. You might even win $800 in our progressive cash drawing! We’ll draw the
name of one Chamber Member business. If someone from that business is present, they win!
Business After Hours is a great time to network, catch up with friends, coworkers and clients in a fun and casualway. Spread the word and plan to attend the next Business After Hours.
Thursday, February 18, 20104:45pm - 7:00pm
Free AdmissionComplimentary Hors d’oeuvres and beverages ~ Great Door
Prizes ~ Progressive cash drawing is at $800! ~ NO RSVPNeeded
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Chamber Calendar February 2010February 27:30 a.m. Small Business Committee Meeting(Aaltos)February 312:00 p.m. Athena (Blue Moose)February 47:30 a.m. MAC Executive Meeting (COC)February 97:30 a.m. Agribusiness Meeting (Aaltos)12:00 p.m. Adult Leadership (Tavern United)4:30 p.m. CATS Meeting (COC)February 107:30 a.m. BGEA (COC)February 118:00 a.m. MAC (COC)
February 1211:30 a.m. EGF Intergovernmental Retreat (ShootingStar Casino)February 1511:30 a.m. Ambassadors (Italian Moon)February 177:30 a.m. Finance Committee Meeting (COC)11:30 a.m. Mayor’s State of the City (Alerus)February 187:30 a.m. Executive Committee Meeting (COC)4:30 p.m. Business After Hours (NorthStar Telcom)February 2411:30 a.m. Brown Bag SeminarFebruary 257:30 a.m. BOD Meeting (COC)
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Nominations are currently being accepted for the 6th AnnualGrand Forks Regional ATHENA Award that is presentedannually by chambers of commerce, women’s organizationsand universities around the world. The award is establishedthrough local host organizations in partnership with ATHENAInternational’s national underwriters, local businesses andindividual sponsors. The Grand Forks Regional ATHENAAward is brought to the Grand Forks area by The Chamber-Grand Forks/East Grand Forks and Rydell GM Auto Center.
ATHENA Award Recipients are individuals who:~A man or woman who demonstrates excellence, creativity,and initiative in their business or profession.~Provides valuable service by contributing time and energy toimprove the quality of life for others in the community.~Actively assists women in realizing their full leadershippotential.
Past ATHENA Award recipient are:
2009- Debbie Swanson2008- Bonnie Peterson2007- Lillian Elsinga2006- Melanie Popejoy2005- Kris Compton
The application is available online at www.gochamber.org.Deadline for nominations is Friday, April 9, 2010 at 4:30 p.m.delivered or mailed to The Chamber.
ATHENA Nominations Now BeingAccepted