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Seeking High School Students & Employers!
Through a grant from the United Way’s Future Ready Workforce Fund, which seeks to expand the number of high-quality work experiences for young people, the MetroNorth Chamber is actively seeking high school students from Anoka-Hennepin School District #11 and employers in the north metro who want to work together for a rewarding internship experience.
How does it work? Students review internship options and connect with the employer to ensure it’s a good fit. The employer provides a 40-hour internship-like experience, especially in the medical, manufacturing, and automotive industries (but all are welcome to participate). Students receive $15 per hour, with wages paid for through the grant, not the employer.
“The internship program through the MetroNorth Chamber has been an invaluable asset to our organization. Our intern’s skills, creativity, and dedication have made a profound impact on our work over the past few months. She has played a key role in advancing our marketing and business development initiatives, strengthened our branding, enhanced partnerships, and added measurable value to our mission in the youth sports and education industry. We will also likely hire her after she graduates to work with us part time!
The MetroNorth Chamber's support structure has ensured a seamless integration of interns into our team, making the experience mutually rewarding. We are grateful for this partnership and look forward to continuing to collaborate with the Chamber to nurture future talent while advancing our organization's goals.” Melissa Walton, AKASPORT, Employer
Interested in learning more? View the internship program document HERE.
Excellence in Business Awards!
Thurs, March 20 | 12 pm | Bunker Hills
Nominations for our Excellence in Business Awards are officially open! Nominate your favorite MetroNorth Chamber members across a variety of categories, including:
✨ Restaurant/Food & Beverage
🎭 Arts, Culture & Entertainment
⚽ Sports & Recreation
💼 Business & Professional Services
🛍️ Shopping & Specialty Services
💆 Personal Services & Care
🏭 Manufacturing/Trade Organization
❤️ Nonprofit/Civic Organization
👨👩👧👦 Family-Owned Business
🏆 Community Champion
How to Nominate:
Submit your nomination using our digital form HERE (preferred) or download the paper form and email it to delaney@metronorthchamber.org.
A selection committee will determine the finalists based on number and quality of nominations as well as the accomplishments and attributes of the nominee.
Finalists will be announced in early March, and winners will be celebrated at the March 20th luncheon featuring keynote speaker, Jack Stahlmann. See below for additional details regarding the luncheon. Help us recognize the outstanding businesses and organizations that make our community shine—nominate today!
"The Intangible It"
Business professionals looking to stand out and elevate their careers won’t want to miss The Intangible It from our keynote speaker, Jack Stahlmann. This engaging session breaks down the mysterious “it” factor that makes Hollywood’s biggest stars so magnetic—and how you can apply those same principles to thrive in your own profession.
Through humorous stories from his Tinseltown adventures, Jack will reveal practical strategies for building influence and making lasting impressions. You’ll learn about The Gift—the secret to making every interaction meaningful, just like George Clooney. The Shift will uncover the key to Tom Hanks’ enduring success, offering insights on adaptability and longevity in your career. And The Connect will explore simple yet powerful ways to be more memorable—sometimes, it’s as easy as a Dolly Parton T-shirt.
This keynote delivers the perfect mix of entertainment and actionable insights, ensuring you leave with both a good laugh and practical tools to enhance your professional presence and impact.
Want your business to be associated with this best-of-the-best program? Consider one of the following sponsorships:
Event Sponsor $500: Table of 6 in premium location. Logo on marketing materials, company mention during program, swag at place settings.
Supporting Sponsor $250: 1 Admission, logo on marketing materials, swag at a dedicated table.
Table Sponsor $250: Table of 6. Signage on table and premium location.
Reserve your sponsorship or individual ($30) registration by March 13. Click HERE to register. Can’t wait to celebrate with you!
MetroNorth Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Board Members
The MetroNorth Chamber of Commerce, which serves over 700 businesses and organizations throughout the north metro area, has new leadership and additions to its 2025 Board of Directors.
John Hacker, CFO at Design Ready Controls is the 2025 Board Chair. John stated, “As I look to 2025 I am excited that the Board will continue to focus on the needs of area businesses. MetroNorth’s legislative reception and business council meetings are great opportunities for employers to get connected to others and our local elected officials. I can’t wait to meet more of our members in 2025.”
Working with John on the executive team are Vice Chair Alison Miles, Connexus Energy; Treasurer Josh Kuss, Walters Recycling & Refuse; and Past Chair Andrea Melberg Thompson, Mercy Hospital – Allina Health. READ MORE
The MetroNorth Community Resource Guide Available to AllThe MetroNorth Community Resource Guide is a publication highlighting the many wonderful aspects of living, working, and playing in the north metro. We encourage everyone to visit the MetroNorth Chamber office (9380 Central Ave NE, Blaine, MN) during normal business hours (M-Th 8-4, F 8-12) to pick up your copy – they are free to take. Also feel free to utilize this digital version. We thank the many advertisers, businesses and community partners who have supported this guide and made it possible.
Are You an Employer?
There are many new laws and regulations impacting Minnesota employers. We have crafted a dedicated page on our website, Business Advocacy Updates, with important updates, resources and links.
Economic Development Updates
There is a lot of exciting things happening in the development world in the north metro. Ground breakings for new businesses, expansions, and even some major, much needed transportation projects. For all things expansion-related, the Anoka County Regional Economic Development (ACRED) initiative, of which MetroNorth was a founding partner and current executive committee member, is your go-to resource. For an overview of main road projects, visit the Anoka County Highway Department page and/or MnDOT’s Twin Cities Regional Projects page.
We know that one pending transportation project, the reconstruction of Hwy 65 (slated to begin in 2025), will bring a lot of questions. We have developed a specific page on our website to host updates as they become available. Please check back frequently.
Leadership Resources
The MetroNorth Chamber is proud to offer impactful leadership resources and programming on a variety of topics to support our businesses.
To learn more, visit the Leadership page on our website to find details and resources.
Free Little Leadership Library
The MetroNorth Chamber of Commerce is proud to offer a Free Little Leadership Library. Modeled after the neighborhood Little Free Library, the Leadership Library offers a variety of leadership and business-related books and publications, available for anyone to stop by and take during office hours M-Thurs (8-4) F (8-12).
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