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oiceVTHEMarch 2017Official Publication of The Chamber - GF/EGFIn This Issue:Chamber News.pgs 2-3Business After Hours. pg 4Ribbon Cutting. pg 5February Pics. pg 6-7Business Briefs. pg 8New Members. pg 9Membership Renewals. pg 10Shark Tank.pg 112017 Membership Drive.pg 12February Business After Hours

OfficersChair: Matt WalkowiakGround RoundChair-Elect: Ron GalstadGalstad, Jensen, McCann PAPast Chair: John OnckenTrue North EquipmentSecretary: Josh BrownThompson InsuranceKellee Fisk - Altru Health SystemsPaula Anderson - Sterling Carpet OneBarry Wilfahrt - The Chamber GF/EGFDirectorsBob Moore - River CinemaKenny Holweger - Kenny’s MusicTom DiLorenzo - UNDJason Heintz - Scheels All SportsTom Rosendahl - Dakota Supply GroupScott Telle - Ad MonkeysLaurie Tweten - Coldwell BankerBrian Huschle - Northland CollegeDave Zavoral - RJ Zavoral & Sons, Inc.Guy Useldinger - Southern Estates, Inc.Tony Telken - Lithia Ford LincolnKlaus Thiessen - GF Region EDCCurt Kreun - Individual ConsultantShanna Field - Wintrust MortgageRachel Gornowicz - Countrywide SanitationPete Haga - City of GFSr. Military Advisory to the BoardColonel Rodney Lewis - GFAFBStaffBarry WilfahrtPresident/CEObarry@gochamber.orgKimberly StromProgram/Event Directorkimberlys@gochamber.orgAutumn BarfieldFinance Directorautumnb@gochamber.orgEmberly LietzMembership Directoremberlyl@gochamber.orgGina FreitagCommunications Coordinatorginaf@gochamber.orgRena DeSautelAdministrative Coordinatorinfo@gochamber.org202 N. 3rd StreetGrand Forks, ND orgChambersweNLegislative Session UpdatesNorth Dakota: The Team Grand Forks Agenda is still remarkablyon track.The 30 million for the state’s second half of its 50% match islooking good. 1 million for base retention, 2 million for UASTest Site and 3 million for Grand Sky came out of the ND Senatein the Commerce budget. Funds for completion of the airportaprons was never included in any budget. Virtually no capitalexpenditures were in this budget.Minnesota: Real ID is almost certain to pass bringing MN intocompliance so MN Id’s can be used as official ID in airports, etc. ABill that would make MN law match Federal law regarding Section179 tax code is moving forward.Finally, the MN legislature is like to pass a state preemption lawwhere state employment law on such things as minimum wageand sick leave, however, the Governor will likely veto this measure.This is important to businesses so one consistent set of rule appliesin MN. It would be incredibly difficult to comply with each city’sown rules. Consider a delivery person traveling in 25 differentmetro cites and needing to track exactly what part of their dayis spent in each city for tax purposes. It would be very difficult.Government Forum set for MarchThe Chamber’s Government Affairs Committee will host a forumwhich will be moderated by Dane Ferguson, Ferguson Books andMore! and Garth Rydland, CEO of Valley Memorial Homes andValley 4000.March 18th – 9:30 – 11amin the GF City Council ChambersThe forums are open to the public to attend.2

US Chamber Top Lobbyist to Visit GF/EGF ChamberMarch 15th at 8:30am at The ChamberAs vice president of the U.S. Chamber’s Congressional and Public Affairs Division, Ron Eidshaughelps oversee a team of 15 full-time Capitol Hill lobbyists.Eidshaug is a sought-after speaker providing an insider’s perspective ofCongress. He appears at engagements with governors, senators, membersof Congress, administration officials, and business leaders across the UnitedStates, and he speaks to a wide range of international audiences. Eidshaughas a unique ability to translate Washington-speak into language that businessleaders can understand.Eidshaug is also the Chamber’s chief lobbyist on environmental, energy, andregulatory reform issues. He joined the Chamber team in 1999 and has servedin a variety of roles.If your industry is affected by environmental, energy or a tough regulatory environment at theFederal level contact Barry at the Chamber about attending.email - barry@gochamber.orgSave the date for State of the City with EGF Mayor GanderJoin the Chamber and the City of EGF for a luncheon on April 18th to hear Dr.Steve Gander, the new Mayor of EGF, give his State of the City address. Findout his prospective and plans for East Grand Forks. Sign up coming soon!April 18 11:30 to 1pm The Eagles Club in East Grand ForksGF Day at the Legislature was March 2-3 at the Capitol in BismarckThe group of nearly 40 from Grand Forks met with Legislators, the chancellor of higher education,commerce secretary, bank of ND and Governor. UAS, grand Sky, base retention, water projectsand the Governors Main street initiative were all topics of discussion. Team Grand Forks is apartnership between business, university and city/county officials.3

east grandforksmn &graftonndBusinessAfterHoursThursdayMarch 16th4:45pm - 7pmHosted byFREE ADMISSION Complimentaryhors d’oeuvres &beverages1205 N. 43rd St., Grand Forks, NDRamada Inn invites all Chamber Members andtheir employees to join them for a fun BusinessAfter Hours event! Great Door Prizes Progressive cashdrawing is at 1300!Stop in.Enjoy the fun and take advantage of great networking opportunities. You might even win 1,300 in our progressive cash drawing! We’ll draw the name of one Chamber Member business. Ifsomeone from that organization is present, they win!!Because of the business nature of this event, no children under 18 may attend.4

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Business BriefsBusiness Essentials bringsin Dee SkjoldDee Skjold recently joinedBusiness Essentials as ana c c o u n t r e p r e s e n t a t i ve ,bringing 18 years of experiencein the business sales industry.“I am dedicated to providingthe highest quality of serviceat all times and take pride inmy customer’s satisfaction,”says Skjold. This is evidencedJanice Hamscher NamedAltru’s Chief NursingOfficerGrand Forks, N.D. – AltruHealth System is proud toannounce Janice Hamscher,MSN, MBA, BSN, RN, hasbeen named Chief NursingOfficer. In this role, Janicewill serve as a member ofAltru’s Executive Leadershipteam, building and supportingeffective collegial relationshipsand ensuring optimaloperating effectivenessand strategic positioning.in the loyalty shown by hercustomers. Skjold hasbrought her positive energyto the Chamber AmbassadorsCommittee for almost nineyears; welcoming membersand celebrating milestoneswith area businesses.Skjold currently residesin Grand Forks with herhusband, Mark. They havetwo daughters and oneShe will be responsible fordefining the highest possiblenursing standards of practicethroughout the organizationand ensuring quality patientcare is delivered in a safe andeffective manner.Janice brings significantnursing leadershipexperience, having servedas Vice President and ChiefNursing Officer of PennHighlands DuBois in DuBois,Pennsylvania, as well asSenior Vice President andChief Nursing Officer of Saintgrandson. In her free time,she enjoys remodeling andplanninggraduationandbirthdayparties forfriends andfamily.VincentHealth System in Eerie,Pennsylvania. She receivedher Master of Science inNursing from the Universityof Pennsylvania, Master ofBusiness Administration fromSouthernNewHampshireUniversity,andBachelorof Sciencein Nursingf r o mKutztownAltru Announces Manager of Learning and Organizational DevelopmentAltru Health System is proud to announce that Sara Dvorak has accepted the position of Manager ofLearning and Organizational Development. In this role, Sara will oversee the daily operations of thedepartment, providing system leadership in the areas of learning and professional development.She will partner with clinical and practice management leadership to coach, consult and providebest practices, creating an environment of continuous learning, quality care, and patient safety.Sara earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from North Dakota State University. She beganher career at Altru in 2004 as a medical-surgical nurse, and later a patient care coordinator. In2012, she moved into her most recent role as Clinic Learning Coordinator and Manager of ClinicalTalent Development in the Learning and Organizational Development department. When awayfrom work, Sara enjoys spending time with her husband and their two boys and playing piano.New staff? Business accomplishments?Business BriefsSHARE YOUR NEWS IN.FREE!Drop Gina an email: ginaf@gochamber.org

Welcome New MembersAlzheimer’s Association MN – NDErin Hagen311 S. 4th St. STE 202, Grand Forks, ND 58201(P) 701-775-8544 (F) 701-775-8612ehagen@alz.orgwww.alz.org/mnndThe Minnesota-North Dakota Chapter is one ofover 70 Alzheimer’s Association chapters serving communities across the United States. TheAlzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntaryhealth organization in Alzheimer’s care, supportand research.Al PalmerGrand Forks, ND 58201(P) 701-317-2284apalmer310@outlook.comTri-Valley TransportationCindy Gjerswold1345 Fairfax Ave. Crookston, MN 56716(P) 1-800-201-3432 (P) i-Valley Transportation Programs is a divisionof Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. Tri-Valleyis a non-profit community action agency serving communities and citizens in Minnesota andNorth Dakota since 1965.The Hub PubJoe Schneider205 N 3rd St. Grand Forks, ND 58203(P) ebook.com/thehubpubgf/The Hub Pub is under new ownership, is newlyremodeled inside and out and has a great lunchand dinner menu. Come see what’s new in TheHub’s original, historic downtown locationCentury 21, Red River RealtyAlexa Lovelien1725 32nd Ave So. Grand Forks, ND 58201(P) 218-791-3305 (P) 701-746-0303(F) velien.rrvc21.com/I’m an educated professional with several yearsof experience in this market. When it comes tothe real estate market, I’m confident that I cansave you not only tens of thousands of dollars,but a great deal of time and emotional energy9as well.Invest Wise, LLCClarence L. Carroll III &Raymond German2650 32nd Ave. S. STE OGrand Forks, ND 58201(P) 701-738-0062 (F) sellc.comInvest Wise is a Registered Investment Advisor(RIA). We offer investment coaching along withongoing investor education to help our clientsachieve peace of mind while creating wealth andreclaiming their American dream.Meridian Behavioral HealthAmanda Gefroh1111 Gateway Drive NEEast Grand Forks, MN 56721(P) 218-399-4034 (P) meridianprograms.comMeridian Behavioral Health provides a continuum of behavioral health services including acuteinpatient stabilization, medication-assistedtreatment, and chemical dependency residentialand outpatient programs integrated with mentalhealth support.Red River Behavioral Health SystemAngela Young1451 44th Ave. S. Unit AGrand Forks, ND 58201(P) edriverbhs.comRed River Behavioral Health System offers acuteinpatient stabilization for children, adolescentsand adults experiencing a mental health and/orsubstance use related crisis. RRBHS is a Meridian Behavioral Health company.Douglas PlaceAmanda Gefroh1111 Gateway Drive NEEast Grand Forks, MN nprograms.com/programs/residentialDouglas Place is a Meridian Behavioral Healthresidential chemical dependency program treating adult men and women experiencing substance abuse, including mental health concerns.