ShakopeeConnect is a member based young professionals group that was started in 2011. The group strives to create opportunities for networking, socializing, professional development and philanthropy for young leaders who live, work or play in the Shakopee area. ShakopeeConnect is sponsored by the Shakopee Area Chamber of Commerce and funded by our membership; however, you do not have to be a Chamber member nor a ShakopeeConnect member to attend events.

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ShakopeeConnect charges a membership fee of $25 to join for one calendar year. Benefits include reduced event registration rates and access to members only events. Membership fees are used to cover programming and operational expenses for the group throughout the year. Please contact Emily Strom if you would like to become a member of ShakopeeConnect, (952) 445-1660 or shakopeeconnect@shakopee.org.
   
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2012 Loaves & Fishes

Upcoming Events

March BigWig Lunch Talk featuring Brenton Hayden, Owner of Renter's Warehouse
Thursday, March 15, 2012



Join us for a fun and exciting Big Wig Lunch talk featuring Q&A with Brenton Hayden, a young man named "Top 5 Emerging Entrepreneur" by Entrepreneur Magazine!

How's this for a resume?

• "Young Entrepreneur of the Year" Award for 2010 by the Minneapolis St Paul Business Journal
• His company, Renters Warehouse, was named "Best Places to Work in 2010 and 2011" by the Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal
• His company was ranked #3 as fastest growing real estate company in America & ranked #1 in Minnesota.
• Member of the Inc. Magazine 500/5000 list
• He was named "Professional of the Year in Real Estate" by Donald Trump Jr & the Cambridge Registry

As amazing as those accolades are, Brenton Hayden is only 26 years old! Gather with other young professionals to listen to Brenton discuss his career path and much more, to network, and learn tips on how to become more successful in your career! This BLT will be held at The Wilds Golf Club in Prior Lake. $15 for ShakopeeConnect members, $25 for non members. RSVP to shakopeeconnect@shakopee.org or click below to register online.

Sneak Peak at Future Events

Details TBD; check back frequently for updates.

April 19, 2012 - Bowling, networking & social event at Louisville Lanes in Shakopee

May 2012 - Volunteer event with the CAP Agency

June 2012 - BigWig Lunch Talk (BLT)

July 2012 - St. Paul Saints game