North 65 Chamber of Commerce Announces 2023 Employee of the Year Award Winner
North 65 Chamber of Commerce Announces the 2023 Employee of the Year Award Winner The North 65 Chamber of Commerce announces Angie Kersting, Canteen Manager at Rum River VFW Post 2735 in Isanti, MN, as the 2023 Employee of the Year. Angie and six additional award nominees were recognized for their outstanding accomplishments at the 39th Annual Employee Recognition Luncheon, held Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at Common Ground: A United Methodist Community in Cambridge, MN. Keynote speaker Julie Page
October 2023 Chamber Luncheon Recap: Cyber Security
The North 65 Chamber of Commerce hosted their October Luncheon on Wednesday, October 18, 2023. The presentation was provided by the Minnesota State IT Center of Excellence, educating North 65 Chamber members and guests about an upcoming pilot program that will provide valuable cyber training for Isanti County citizens and businesses, password and network risks, and how to identify phishing scams. VIEW PRESENTATION SLIDES HERE Thank you to our host, Anoka-Ramsey Community College, and our caterer City
SkySelect Strengthens Efficiency and Revenue Opportunities for Suppliers by Integrating with VistaQuote, an Ambry Hill Technologies Software Platform
SkySelect Strengthens Efficiency and Revenue Opportunities for Suppliers by Integrating with VistaQuote, an Ambry Hill Technologies Software Platform SkySelect, an AI powered parts procurement platform for airlines & MROs, has teamed up with Ambry Hill Technologies, creators of purpose-built business management software for the aviation aftermarket, to empower suppliers with enhanced efficiency and expanded capabilities to maximize their potential in the market through integration with Ambry Hill's
Today’s Students are Tomorrow’s Workforce: Chamber Luncheon Presentation by Cambridge-Isanti Schools
Our communities face critical workforce shortages and our schools aim to help meet them. At the September 20 monthly chamber meeting, guest speaker Katie Soler, Career, College & Assessment Coordinator, shared Cambridge-Isanti Schools' career and technical education programs. Click below to view her presentation, where you will learn how your business can build your workforce and invest in your community through valuable partnerships that help prepare local graduates for success in careers and
August 2023 Chamber Luncheon Recap & Resources
The North 65 Chamber of Commerce's annual Member Appreciation Luncheon on August 16, 2023 included a presentation by guest speaker Katie Heppner, Director of the North Central Small Business Development Center(SBDC). Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) provide the professional expertise and guidance that every small business owner needs to flourish in today's competitive and ever-changing business world. From a concept idea, to start ups, to services for the established business owner - the North
North 65 Chamber Announces 2023 Isanti Rodeo Jubilee Days Parade Awards
North 65 Chamber Announces 2023 Isanti Rodeo Jubilee Days Parade Awards July 6, 2023— (Isanti, MN) The North 65 Chamber hosted the Isanti Rodeo Jubilee Days Parade on July 6, 2023. This annual event is a community favorite, drawing an estimated crowd of 10,000 who enjoyed watching from their front lawns and street curbs as the parade wound its way through downtown Isanti.Kicking off the parade with perfect weather was the T-6 Thunder Fly-Over, sponsored by Strike Life Tributes Funeral and Cremation
June 2023 Chamber Luncheon Recap - Child Care
The North 65 Chamber of Commerce hosted their monthly luncheon on Wednesday, June 21, 2023.The shortage of available child care in Isanti County affects employers, employees, and customers. Guest speakers from the Isanti County Childcare Steering Committee presented their research and shared about their efforts to address this workforce and community issue.VIEW PRESENTATION SLIDES - CLICK HEREISANTI COUNTY CHILD CARE STRATEGIC SUPPLY PLAN REPORT - CLICK HERE
North 65 Chamber of Commerce Announces 2023 Chamber Award Recipients
Awards Presented at Annual Chamber Gala & Awards Dinner The North 65 Chamber, which represents businesses in Cambridge, Isanti and the surrounding area, held its annual Gala and Awards Dinner on June 8, 2023 with over 200 in attendance on the grounds of the beautiful Erickson Farmstead. The event featured networking, games, live music, dinner, and the highlight of the evening was the presentation of several awards. “Large Business of the Year” was presented to Minnco Credit Union, while “Small Business
April 2023 Chamber Luncheon Recap - State of Isanti County
The North 65 Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual 'State of Isanti County' luncheon on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. This presentation provided North 65 Chamber members and guests with updates regarding the county's activities in the past year as well as a look to the future, with a business focus.REVIEW PRESENTATION SLIDES - CLICK HERE Thank you to our site host and caterer Braham Event Center.
March 2023 Chamber Luncheon Recap - Isanti State of the City
The North 65 Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual 'Isanti State of the City' luncheon on Wednesday, March 15, 2023.This presentation provided North 65 Chamber members and guests with updates regarding the city’s activities in the past year as well as a look to the future, with a business focus.REVIEW PRESENTATION SLIDES - CLICK HEREThank you to our site host, Isanti Community Center/City of Isanti and our caterer, Granny May's.PRESS COVERAGE:County News Review: City of Isanti is Looking Forward to Growth -
February 2023 Chamber Luncheon Recap - Cambridge State of the City
The North 65 Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual 'Cambridge State of the City' luncheon on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. This presentation provided North 65 Chamber members and guests with updates regarding the city’s activities in the past year as well as a look to the future, with a business focus.REVIEW PRESENTATION SLIDES - CLICK HERE Thank you to our site host, First Baptist Church and our caterer, Walker Methodist Levande.PRESS COVERAGE:County News Review: Cambridge "State of the City" address
Regional Business Assistance Directory
The East Central Regional Development Commission has released their recently updated East Central MN Regional Business Assistance Directory. It has connections to a variety of small business financing and technical assistance providers and programs that are available in our region. DIRECTORY - CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD & SAVE (.pdf) East Central Regional Development Commission is available to assist entrepreneurs and businesses by connecting them to programs and resources based on their needs. Please feel
Isanti County Worksite Wellness Program
Partners in Healthy Living is seeking employers in Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, and Pine counties, to participate in a workplace wellness collaborative, which is a no-cost initiative designed to create “cultures of health” that support healthy behaviors at work. The initiative is funded through the Statewide Health Improvement Program (SHIP), Minnesota Department of Health. Free resources and funding is available.PROMOTIONAL FLYER - PRINTABLE PDFWORKPLACE RECRUITMENT FLYER - PRINTABLE PDFGreg
Resources to assist businesses with counterfeit currency
There has been a report of washed $10.00 bills being made into $100’s and presented to a local business. The Cambridge Police Department has passed along the following counterfeit currency resources that you can download and print: Cashier ToolkitKnow Your MoneyMulti-Note BookletQuick Reference Card More downloadable materials are available at https://www.uscurrency.gov/educational-materials/download-materials Feel free to reach out to Detective Jason Harvey with the Cambridge Police Department if you
STATE BROADBAND GRANT AWARDS ANNOUNCED DECEMBER 8, 2022
STATE BROADBAND GRANT AWARDS ANNOUNCED DECEMBER 8, 2022ST. PAUL – The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) will award grants totaling $99,592,711 to 61 projects in the sixth year of the Border-to-Border Broadband Development Grant program. State grant dollars are matched by $152,259,620 in private and local funds, for a total investment in broadband infrastructure of $251,852,331. The funding, which includes both federal and state funds approved during the 2021 and 2022
Senior Fair & Health Screening
North 65 Chamber Announces Spring 2022 Senior Fair & Health Screenings March 22, 2022 – (rev. 4/19/22) The Chamber is pleased to announce the launch of their annual Senior Fair & Health Screenings to take place on Thursday, April 28 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, at the City Center Mall, in Cambridge, Minnesota. The Chamber has organized this free event every year since 2015. There is no pre-registration required. There are approximately 200 seniors and senior caregivers that attend. Despite Covid, last
East Central MN Named Smart21 Community of the Year
March 2, 2022—The East Central region of Minnesota has been named one of the Smart21 Communities of 2022 by the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF), a global movement that seeks to build prosperous and inclusive futures for communities. This prestigious honor recognizes the advances made by the region in recent years. “We are thrilled to be recognized as a Smart21 Community,” said GPS President Sandy Voigt. “This honor shows the importance of collaborative efforts across the region and would not have been
March Power Your Lunch Hour Follow Up
PROGRAM VIDEO (YouTube)PRESENTATION SLIDESCanva Design Workshop Presented by: North 65 Chamber of CommerceCanva is an easy, free program used to create professional graphics for every application. Learn how to use your personal brand elements to create posts and templates that will take your marketing to the next level. No design experience needed.It may be the most important 30 minutes you spend on your business this year!______________________________________________________**POWER YOUR LUNCH HOUR
