When you have those “Bill Murray” alarm clock kind of mornings, be sure to remember your why, your leadership energy, and the amazing impact you make on the community. We sincerely appreciate the opportunity to have some laughs and learn with you. If you think your community would benefit from this presentation (or any of our other training sessions) please let us know! Be part of the glow at www.neon-unicorns.com. Thanks, Eric & Kurtis

2024 MCCE Summer Refresh

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Speaker Bios

Superheroes have bad days too

Gregory J. Fine, FASAE, CAE

Common legal concerns affecting local chambers

Pat Plunkett, Larkin Hoffman

When generations connect

Kelly Brinkman, Bridgeworks

Generations Overview I

Generations Overview II

How to build a government affairs program

Britney Marr, Minnesota State University, Mankato student and David C. Olson Intern Grant recipient, Alexandria Area Chamber

Alexandria Government Affairs Program

2023 MCCE Annual Meeting

Agenda

Speaker Bios

Attendee List

Retaining students, and workers, in Minnesota
Scott Marquardt, Senior Vice President, Southwest Initiative Foundation

Minnesota tech talent
Katie McClelland, Director of Policy and Research, Minnesota Technology Association

Collaboration and Career Pathways in the Redwood Area
Anne Johnson, Executive Director, Redwood Area Chamber and Tourism

Beyond grit: Embracing passion and perseverance to gain the high-performance edge
Dr. Cindra Kamphoff, Mentally Strong Consulting
Top 10 Practices of the World’s Best from Beyond Grit
Presentation

Legislative preview: What to expect this 2023 Legislative Session
Doug Loon, President and CEO, Minnesota Chamber of Commerce

How to work with your legislator
Former MN Representative Barb Haley, 21A

Culture First Mindset
Joe Schmit, KSTP
Video 1 – Joe Mauer
Video 2 – Stuff Happens

Making sense of industry acronyms
Brad Gruhot, President, Marshall Area Chamber
Org Chart

2022 Fall Conference

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Attendee List

Speaker Bios

Natural resources in Minnesota

Commissioner Sarah Strommen, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

The importance of forestry in Minnesota’s economy

Rick Horton, Executive Vice President, Minnesota Forest Industries

Advocacy 101: Policy and politics dos and don’ts

Laura Bordelon, Senior Vice President, Advocacy, Minnesota Chamber of Commerce

Chris Tiedeman, Partner, Weber Johnson

Elections and policy outlook at the state and federal levels

Doug Loon, President and CEO, Minnesota Chamber of Commerce

Ethan Hellier, Manager Congressional and Public Affairs, U.S. Chamber of Commerce

2022 Summer Refresh Resources

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Speaker Bios

Attendee List

Legacy and Leadership
Lena Scullard, LMS Productions

30 ideas in 30 minutes – Best new revenue generator
Facilitator: Brad Gruhot President, Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce

Legislative wrap-up and election season preview
Doug Loon, President and CEO, Minnesota Chamber of Commerce

Confidence is not a coincidence
Sara Krisher, President and Founder, STAND TALL

Sharing Wisdom Worksheet
7Cs Worksheet

Health and wellness during challenging times
Candace Hoversten, MSW, LGSW, Owner, Modern Minds
Session Overview
Human Brain
Focused attention activities
Emotion body map regulation

2022 Annual Meeting Resources

2022 Annual Meeting Attendee List

Speaker Bios – 2022 Annual Meeting

2022 MCCE Annual Meeting Agenda

Speaker Materials

Membership – Sales and retention strategies
Facilitated by Bruce Nustad, President, Minnesota Retailers Association

Programs and events – Driving value through programming and events
Facilitated by David Minor, President and CEO, Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce

Foundations – How to establish one for your chamber
Zach Crain, Shareholder & Chair, Corporate & Transactional Services, Nilan Johnson Lewis

Organizational issues – Bylaws, governance, volunteer engagement and everything in between
2021 Board Orientation Workbook Harris
Committee Management
Michelle Larson, Executive Director/President, Red Wing Area Chamber of Commerce

The changing face of Minnesota
Dr. Eric Guthrie, Senior Demographer, Minnesota State Demographic Center

Is your community prepared for growth?
Justin Erickson, Economic Development and Labor Specialist, The Brookshire Company

A local case study and crisis management 101
Kristy Barse, President, Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce
Mike Zipko, Co-founder and Principal, Velocity Public Affairs

Sponsor Materials

Construction Industry Labor and Employers Council (CILEC)

MADA

Twin Metals