White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce

Our second Member Spotlight this week is Royal Credit Union. Royal Credit Union is a full-service financial institution serving Western Wisconsin and Eastern Minnesota, offering services for every phase of life including savings and checking accounts, personal, home and business loans, investments and much more. This year, Royal is proud to be celebrating 60 years of providing financial solutions and trusted advice to their Members. As a not-for-profit credit union, they are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives they touch. One way they fulfill this purpose is through their Giving Never Melts Away Toy Drive. New and unwrapped toys will be accepted at all Royal Credit Union offices during regular business hours until November 30. Monetary donations can also be made in any Royal office or online at rcu.org/ToyDrive. They are also excited to offer a $250 incentive when you open a new personal checking account. This offer ends on December 2, 2024. Learn more at [https://lnkd.in/dD7Qqq79.

This week and next week, we are celebrating the same two Member Spotlights! Our first Member Spotlight to celebrate is ExcelerateOPS, LLC! Are you a CEO, founder or leader of a fast growth/emerging company who is: Entangled in the day-to-day operations of your business? Limited in the amount of time to work on building and moving the business forward? Struggling to meet on-time delivery, quality, or customer standards? Underperforming against strategic plan goals? Frustrated with operational inefficiencies and cost controls? You are not alone! We can deliver operations leadership that leverages our 30 years of leadership to help remove obstacles blocking your path to continued growth. We will: Integrate with your team to quickly acclimate and assess current state of your operations as a partner. Partner with your team to identify areas of improvement, challenges, and opportunities. Collaborate with your team to put into action an execution plan to deliver results, scale, and achieve your strategic plan. Let’s set up an exploratory conversation to identify how we can help. ExcelerateOPS, LLC Dan Wallek Founder & Fractional COO [email protected] 651-341-6694 www.excelerateops.com

Time is running out! Don’t miss our Legislative Reception on Wednesday, November 20th—your chance to connect with local decision-makers and shape our community’s future. This is the premier event to foster collaboration between the business community and elected officials. Let’s work together to drive progress and innovation! ? Register NOW to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/eef-2fhk #LegislativeReception #CommunityCollaboration #BusinessAndGovernment

Our Member Spotlight this week is Techie Dudes! Techie Dudes: Your Computer and Network Specialists At Techie Dudes, we provide top-notch technical support for both residential and small business clients. For Residents: Drop off your computers at any of our offices anytime—no appointment needed! Or request an onsite visit from one of our technicians We also specialize in data recovery For Small Businesses: Comprehensive tech support tailored to your needs, including: Computer and server repairs Cloud storage solutions Network security WiFi support And much more—if it connects to a network, we can handle it! AND Techie Dudes is proud to honor our veterans this Veterans Day by offering free computer services at our offices. Veterans can also schedule an onsite appointment for free computer service on Veterans Day. The appointment does not need to take place on Veterans Day to qualify. Please bring your computers to Techie Dudes for free repairs and service. Note that the cost of parts is not included in this offer. Techie Dudes www.TechieDude.com (651)-330-6483

Our Member Spotlight this week is Trinity Automotive! Trinity?Auto Care: Your Guide to Automotive Needs ? Located in White Bear Township,?Trinity?Auto Care is your trusted partner in vehicle maintenance. Founded in 2014 by Dave and Jess Cochran, our family-owned business is known for integrity and exceptional service. ? The Problem: Unexpected car troubles can be frustrating, and finding a trustworthy mechanic is overwhelming. ? The Solution: Trinity?Auto Care offers honest, reliable automotive services, from routine oil changes to complex repairs. Our skilled technicians provide transparent pricing and quality service, backed by a 3-year/36,000-mile nationwide warranty. We also offer loaner vehicles and shuttle service for your convenience. ? The Transformation: Imagine stress-free car repairs. Our ASE Certified Technicians explain issues clearly, empowering you with knowledge about your vehicle. ? Call to Action: Ready for better automotive care? Whether for fleets or personal vehicles, we welcome you to the?Trinity?family. ? Schedule an appointment today at?TrinityAutoMN.com?call (651) 242-2886.

Mark your calendar! Our **Legislative Reception** is just around the corner (November 20th)—a unique opportunity to connect directly with local elected officials. Join us for an evening of engaging conversation, policy insights, and networking that’s all about moving our community forward! This is your chance to voice your thoughts and hear from those who shape our future. Don’t miss this key event for business leaders and community advocates alike! #LegislativeReception #ChamberConnections #VoiceYourVision https://lnkd.in/eef-2fhk

This week's Member Spotlight is the Mahtomedi Area Educational Foundation! The Mahtomedi Area Educational Foundation (MAEF) empowers innovation and fosters engagement in support of exceptional, personalized outcomes for students of Mahtomedi Public Schools. For more than 35 years, the MAEF has been dedicated to enhancing learning experiences for ALL students at Mahtomedi Public Schools. MAEF supports innovative classroom tools, academic excellence, and basic needs to ensure student success. This commitment is sustained by the generous support of families, district teachers and staff, community members, and local businesses. As a result, MAEF has invested more than $3 million into Mahtomedi Public Schools and its students. Since its founding, MAEF has supported and funded several major, innovative Mahtomedi Public School initiatives, most recent examples include: ● Digital arts classroom at Mahtomedi Middle School ● Fabrication (Fab) Lab at Mahtomedi High School ● Literacy libraries at Wildwood and O.H. Anderson Elementary Schools ● Mental wellness programs ● Digital devices and access for every learner ● MAEF Angel Fund for basic needs assistance ● Weekend Food Backpack program in partnership with the Mahtomedi Food Shelf To learn more or support a program, visit MAEFgives.org or connect with us on Facebook or Instagram!

Our Member Spotlight this week is Caretta Senior Living Maplewood! Caretta Senior Living Maplewood is a boutique Assisted Living and Memory Care community that welcomed our first residents on October 1st! Our residents and their families care about convenience, comfort, and high-quality care. With only 72 units and high staff-to-resident ratios, Caretta fosters meaningful relationships, creates engaging experiences and provides exceptional care. Our staffing ratios cater to each resident’s unique needs. Caretta provides social programming to help residents form new and lasting friendships. Our In-House Professional Chef creates delicious meals made from scratch on-site and can cater to an array of dietary requests. Our goal is to ensure our residents are happy and healthy! If you or a loved one are considering a move to a senior living community, we invite you to schedule a visit to our beautiful new community. Caretta Senior Living 1901 County Rd C East Maplewood, MN 55109 651-212-7508 [email protected]

Our Member Spotlight this week was Century College! Look to Century College for over 169 degrees, diplomas, certificates and non-credit workforce customized training in a wide variety of high-demand program areas including applied design, business, health sciences, human services, science, liberal arts, technology and engineering.?Our college is one of the largest two-year community and technical colleges of the Minnesota State system. Our faculty and staff team are dedicated to providing education and training solutions tailored to your needs. Whether you're a small startup or a large corporation, we've got you covered in areas such as Welding, Solar, HVAC, Advanced Digital Manufacturing, Auto Services, Nursing Programs, Radiologic Tech, Liberal Arts, Medical Assisting, and Dental Hygiene. At Century College we pride ourselves on shaping the next generating of industry leaders who will make a positive impact on our community!? Century College: The Future of Education is Here! Nora Slawik, Century Foundation Director [email protected] https://century.edu https://lnkd.in/g4i-AZP2

We have TWO great opportunities to network and celebrate tomorrow (Thursday, October 10th): At 11:30am until 1:00pm, join us at @donatellisrestaurant (2692 East County Road E, WBL) for Lunchtime Networking! Bring your business card and promo materials and prepare to introduce yourself and your business to the group! At 3:30pm, join us at Elegance Venue (925 Wildwood Rd, WBL) for their ribbon cutting celebration! We love welcoming a new business to the community! Please pre-register using the QR codes on the photo or by visiting https://lnkd.in/gvhY-uy4.