Committees / Groups

Get Involved

Support your Chamber of Commerce through active membership participation. We invite you to join one of our committees or task forces; it is important to all businesses, professionals and other people. Active membership pays real dividends in the form of more business, better living conditions, and a more attractive and desirable community. If you are interested in learning more about these committees or joining one, please contact jill@nhachamber.com or 763-424-6744. It is a great way to grow your business connections.

Ambassadors

This committee provides both the Ambassador and their member company with increased exposure within the communities as well as additional business opportunities.

Ambassador Information Packet

Want more information on the Ambassadors? Contact the co-chairs: Pam Holien, ActionCOACH Business Coaching, 763-463-9359 or Nick Roers, Rapid Refill Ink, 763-746-2627. 

Business Education Partnership Committee

We look at ways to ensure a qualified future workforce while recognizing outstanding students from the area.

Business Education Partnership Committee Pamphlet

To learn more about the Business Education Partnership Committee contact the co-chairs:
Julie Halverson, District #279, 763-391-7150 or Dave Kiser, Channel 12, 763-533-8196.

Business Expo Committee


New in 2012: May 12 Business Expo, in conjuction with the 1st Annual Osseo Vintage Car Show! Downtown Osseo 10AM - 3:00PM  Call the Chamber office to reserve a table 763-424-6744.


Business Expo & Health Fair: Saturday, September 8, 9:00am-4:00pm in conjunction with the Lions Roar in Downtown Osseo. Contact the office at 763-424-6744 to reserve your booth.   

Chamber Networking Groups - Noon

Tuesday Group meets the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, Noon - 1:00PM 

For information on the Tuesday Group contact co-chairs: Steve Beaman, BCSG, LLC, 763-234-7791 or Char Jebens, Always Graceful Living, 763-447-9085. 

Thursday Group meets the 1st & 3rd Thursdays, Noon - 1:00PM

For Information on the Thursday Group contact Chair: Brian Burnstein, Town Planner, 763-528-8501. 

Both Groups meet at the Chamber office     

Chamber Networking Groups (CNG) meet for one hour at least twice a month to exchange information about their businesses, share leads, and enjoy each other's company. Unlike one-time networking events, this group builds long term relationships between members and then leverages those relationships into other networks of business connections.

Golf Committee

This event is a great day for networking, food, fun fellowship and prizes. It’s a wonderful way to promote your business. 

Manufacturer's Forum Committee

The Manufacturer's Forum serves as an advisory grop to assist in meeting the needs of the manufacturing community by networking, sharing best practices, education and community involvement.

Marketing Committee

This group focus on maximizing the Chamber's ability to communicate its message to the membership, community and governmental entities.

Winter Gala/Silent Auction

This annual grand silent auction and dinner event is a fabulous marketing and networking opportunity.

Contact Gala Chair: Christine Jankowiak, Wells Fargo, 612-316-1870. 

LAUNCH Young Professionals Committee

Contact Launch Chair:   Anthony Brinda, Underdog Wealth Management, LLC. 763-497-3000.

This group is a meaningful networking organization of dedicated, talented young professionals within NHACC.

Government Relations

Contact co-chairs: Joe Piket, Primrose School of Maple Grove or Champlin Park, 763-494-4330 or Ron Zilka, Baune, Dosen & Co LLP, CPA's, 952-473-2002 

The purpose of the Governmental Relations Committee of the North Hennepin Area Chamber of Commerce is (1) to foster good relations among and between business and elected and/or appointed government officials on the local, state and federal levels; (2) to monitor and make recommendations to the Board of Directors for action upon specific legislative issues on behalf of the business community of North Hennepin County; and (3) to lay the groundwork for orderly economic growth and visionary change for the community.

The mission of the Governmental Relations Committee is to serve as a liaison to government on behalf of business to influence, inform and promote constructive government/business relations.

It is a vital, informal communication link among the government bodies of the Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Maple Grove, and Osseo City Councils, Hennepin County Board of Commissioners, members of the Minnesota. House of Representatives and the Minnesota Senate who represent any or all of Hennepin County, and members of the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate who represent any or all of Hennepin County.

Some of the meetings or events that the Government Relations Committee sponsors or participates in are:

• Business Day at the Capitol
• Candidate Forums
• Legislative Breakfasts & Luncheons
• State of the Cities
• Grow Minnesota