04-27-2005 Council Workshop Agenda

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/lcf le ^74- Co } mittees To get the most out of your Chamber investment means getting involved. You will make more contacts, do more business, develop more friendships and attract more employees. The Twin Cities North Chamber has approximately 150 people whom take an extra hour or two each month to volunteer. Be a part of this dedicated group today by becoming involved in your chamber. C. Board of Directors — This governing body of the chamber meets once a month to determine the policies and strategic direction. Members are elected and serve three -year terms. C. Breakfast Club — Meets two mornings each month and serves as a lead generating networking group. Each session will feature one of the members as the keynote speaker. C. Business /Education Partnership — Encourages communication between the business community and the schools, host the high school Career Jam and provides scholarships. This committee meets monthly from September through May. C. Charitable Giving Committee — Researches and makes the decisions on which charitable organizations will receive funds from the chamber. C. Gala Task Force — Plans/hosts the chamber's annual fund - raising dinner event. This is a short -term commitment and the group determines the meeting schedule. • Gaining Oversight Committee — Analyzes the Chamber fiscal operation of the two gaming sites. C. Golf Tournament /Golf Outing — Hosts the "Chamber Challenge" in the spring and the "Nine is Fine" golf outing in the fall. The group determines the meeting schedule. C. Public Policy Task Force — Identifies and studies legislative issues affecting our business community. They propose positions, take necessary action and provide a forum for communication between governmental entities and area businesses. They meet monthly. Marketing / Public Relations Committee — Assist in the marketing, communication and promotion of the Chamber. Insure our publications and communications have a uniform, professional look. • Meet & Greet —Attends ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings and grand opening celebrations for area businesses, serves as a networking group and hosts chamber - networking events. Please call the chamber office today with any questions you may have or to discuss which task force will best serve the interests of you and your company.