2026 Minneapolis Business Connections
About this series: This updated series provides the business community an opportunity to connect with local city leaders, Chamber leadership and local businesses to have meaningful conversations, make new connections and stay informed about issues facing their local community. These gatherings held monthly and are open to the public and free to attend.
MN Skills-Based Hiring Accelerator Workshop: March 2026 - 2
Rebuild your hiring process with a skills and competency-based approach by focusing on candidates? capabilities rather than credentials. Improve retention by rebuilding job descriptions, interview processes, onboarding and more???????. Increase diversity among your workforce using data-driven tools that lead to more equitable hiring processes. Network with talent-sourcing organizations. Content is tailored for each organization?s needs along with the opportunity for individualized coaching.
Executive Women's Council: Game On: The Business of Women's Sports
In Minnesota, Women’s sports are not just meaningful to our growing fanbase, they’re good business. As women’s sports continue to gain visibility, attendance, and media coverage, our region's businesses need to use this moment to align with teams in ways that drive brand loyalty and measurable impact. Join us for a panel conversation about why investing in women’s sports should be on your business to-do list and how companies are partnering with teams and athletes to create game-changing opportunities right here in Minnesota. This event includes lunch and an exclusive tour of the Target Center. Limited spots available.
Ribbon Cutting: Crisp
Crisp delivers AI outcomes for retail. We help retailers and consumer brands turn complex commerce data into clear actions that drive sales, profit, and cash by using AI to deliver outcomes, not just insights. Join us for an open house style ribbon cutting and grand opening on April 9th.
Member Event: Plekkenpol Builders Spring Remodelers Showcase
“The Difference is in the Details” Spring Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase®, April 10-12, 2026
Regional Advisory Board
Join us on Tuesday, December 10th for the Hennepin West Consortium Regional Advisory Board meeting at Hennepin Technical College in Eden Prairie. This will be an opportunity for employers to engage with Career & Technical educators and career counselors working with high schoolers & post-secondary students in the five industries areas of: Business & Management, Health Sciences, Human Services, Manufacturing & Engineering & Technology and Arts, Communications & IT. Employers of all sizes & industries are welcome! Agenda TBA.
St. Paul Area Chamber Event: Young Professionals: Toastmasters!
Join us for an interactive evening focused on building real world communication skills in a fun, low pressure environment. In partnership with Toastmasters, this hands on “Confidence Lab” will include guided exercises, small group activities, and a live demo to help attendees practice thinking on their feet, speaking with clarity, and showing up with confidence. Guests will enjoy mocktails, connect with fellow young professionals from across the region, and walk away with practical tools they can use right away.
Member Event: Citizens League's Civic Celebration
Join hundreds of your fellow Minnesotans for an evening to celebrate the people and ideas that make our state unique, and to celebrate our 2026 honorees: Sue Ab
