Thursday, October 21st

2021 WORKFORCE SUMMIT IS BACK!

The 2021 Chamber EDC Workforce Summit will provide our region the opportunity to access resources and be included in a discussion of workforce issues and solutions with industry leaders.

The economic strength of Bismarck-Mandan, and North Dakota, is unquestionably connected to the education and skills of our community. A diversely skilled and educated workforce further enables our region’s ability to be economically competitive on a local, national, and global level.

Employers, educators, and professionals are encouraged to attend the 2021 Bismarck Mandan Chamber EDC Workforce Summit on Thursday, October 21st. Registration will be from 8:00am to 8:30am, and the event will go from 8:30am - 12:00pm at the Radisson Hotel. In addition to learning from the event keynote, the 2021 Workforce Summit will feature an expanded selection of workshops to provide attendees with insight into various workforce opportunities and best practices.

*SHRM & HRCI credits offered* OPENING KEYNOTE: “The Recruiting Blueprint”

• Rikka Brandon, The

Brandon Group, LLC

Rikka Brandon is a serial entrepreneur, recruiter, author, and speaker. She is the founder of Building Gurus and Recruit Retain Rock. Rikka’s the go to girl for growth minded entrepreneurs Rikka Brandon and forward-thinking business leaders, who are ready to take their business to the next level by hiring the right people. She’s spent her career helping companies find and hire the talent they need to achieve their goals. Her clients have ranged from small businesses to the Fortune 100. Over the years, she has hired over 500 people and done well over 10,000 interviews. She’s also placed over 600 people as a headhunter, earning millions of dollars in fees – with a less than 1% fail rate!

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS

• Building Your Company’s Culture • Mental Health in the Workplace • HR Do’s & Don’ts for Small Businesses • Putting the Recruiting Blueprint to Work — How to Super Charge Your Job Postings

THANK YOU SPONSORS! Presenting Sponsor: Gold Sponsors: Silver Sponsor: Media Sponsor:

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Table Sponsors: Bobcat/Doosan, EMC Insurance, MDU Resource Group, Sanford Health UTTC UTTC

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LOCAL MAYORS DISCUSS THE STATE OF THE CITIES

On Wednesday, November 10th, join both Mandan Mayor Tim Helbling and Bismarck Mayor Steve Bakken for the 2021 State of the Cities address at the Baymont Inn & Suites in Mandan. Registration will go from 7:00am - 7:30am, with the event to follow from 7:30am - 9:00am.

Come along this morning to gain insight from both Mandan and Bismarck mayors on the successes and challenges our communities have faced throughout the past year. Attendee’s will also have the opportunity to learn more about what can be expected in Bismarck-Mandan in the upcoming year. This informative morning is a must for anyone wanting to be “in the know” about all things BismarckMandan!

Cost to attend is $30 for Chamber EDC members (Virtual & In-Person) and $40 for General Admission (Virtual & In-Person).

State of the Cities

For more information, contact Josie Smyle at jsmyle@ bmcedc.com, or call the Chamber EDC office at 701-223-5660. Registration is available and can be done today at https://business.bismarckmandan.com/events.

THANK YOU SPONSORS! Presenting Sponsor:

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Event Sponsors:

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ATouchstoneEnergy Cooperative

Table Sponsors: American Bank Center, Apex Engineering Group, Bank of North Dakota, Bismarck State College, BNC National Bank, Capital Credit Union, Dakota Community Bank & Trust, First Western Bank & Trust, Gate City Bank, HDR Engineering, Northern Improvement Company, Pearce Durick PLLC, Sanford Health, Starion Bank, United Tribes Technical College, University of Mary

CHAMBER EDC SERVES BRATS TO THE COMMUNITY'S BRAVEST

The Chamber EDC continued our great partnership with the North Dakota National Guard to host the 2021 Brats with the Brave at the Raymond J. Bohn Armory.

On Friday, September 10th, over 300 military personal, first responders, health care workers and the Bismarck Mandan community came by to eat a tasty lunch and thank all those who serve our community.

The Chamber EDC’s Military Affairs Committee served with the help of Dakota Community Bank & Trust who grilled up brats from Cloverdale Foods.

This event would not be possible without the support of our presenting sponsor, CrossCountry Freight Solutions and the following military supporters and Chamber EDC members:

The Chamber EDC served over 300 people at this year's Brats with the Brave. Presenting Sponsor:

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Event Sponsor: Northern Improvement Company

Special Thanks: Cloverdale Foods and Dakota Community Bank & Trust

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TOTAL RESOURCE CAMPAIGN - LAST CALL!

Did you know one of the best ways to reach the Bismarck Mandan Chamber EDC’s 1,200 members is by participating in our events and programs? Open enrollment for these events is happening RIGHT NOW, so don’t miss out on this great outreach opportunity!

Whether it is Annual Dinner, Indoor or Outdoor Golf, Lemonade Day, or a new event like the 12 Tastes of Christmas, extend your business’s reach by sponsoring a CEDC event! There are still some high level, big exposure sponsorships up for grabs, BUT all available sponsorships are on a first come, first serve basis.

With less than 2 months left, don’t wait to call! Learn the value of your membership and how to maximize the benefits!

SAVE THE DATES!

November 19th — TRC Conclusion

November 30th — 5% early pay discount period ends

If your organization is interested in sponsoring an event-take this opportunity to get involved!

Questions? Contact Nate Brown at nbrown@bmcedc.com or 701-223-5660.

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CHAMBER EDC SPORTING CLAYS SHOOTOUT IS A BLAST!

A record number of Chamber EDC and business community members attended the 2021 Chamber EDC Sporting Clays Shootout presented by Knife River Corporation!

Held on Friday, August 20 at Capital City Sporting Clays, this year’s event saw over 100 shooters from across Bismarck-Mandan participate. Those who joined us not only got to experience several different shooting stations, but a variety of games such as: an axe throw, tannerite shoot, softball slingshot and the dunk tank. And once that was all over, those who stuck around enjoyed lunch from Chamber EDC Member Pizza Ranch and refreshments from another Chamber EDC Member, McQuade Distributing.

A big thank you to Mark Sandness and the team at Capital City Sporting Clays for again hosting the event and making it a tremendous success. Additionally, we want to thank all of our sponsors who made this year’s Shootout possible.

This year's Sporting Clays Shooout was the Chamber EDC's largest turnout yet. Presenting Sponsor:

Long Range Sponsors:

Rapid Fire Sponsors: Apex Engineering Group, Berg’s 24 Hr. Towing, Bremer Bank, Cedric Theel Toyota, First International Bank & Trust, Singh Construction

Pigeon Sponsors: Advanced Business Methods, Amy Hullet: Century 21 Morrison Realty, Consolidated, Construction Company, Dakota Community Bank & Trust, Ducks Unlimited, Edward Jones/Chad Richter, Fireside, Office Solutions , Flash Printing, HH Gun Shop, Liberty Business Systems, McQuade Distributing, Prairie Engineering, P.C.