AdvocacyThe St. Paul Area Chamber leverages the collective voice of employers to promote economic vitality across the region.
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Government Relations
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Our commitment to our members is to ensure that business voices are heard in a broad array of policy debates at all levels of government. We actively engage with elected officials, providing them with accurate and trustworthy information, advancing our initiatives, and sharing the employer perspective on policy considerations. We are a non-partisan organization and conduct our interactions to reinforce that position.
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Here are a few examples of ways our Public Affairs team can help your organization with government relations:
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Contact Shannon Watson, Director of Public Affairs at 651.265.2788
or John Perlich, Manager of Public Affairs at 651.265.2778.
or John Perlich, Manager of Public Affairs at 651.265.2778.
Get Involved
The St. Paul Area Chamber’s public affairs team serves as the voice of the region’s business community. We value your input and encourage you to be part of the discussion, as we work to create and sustain a favorable business environment. There are a number of opportunities to engage in the debate as a member of the Chamber:
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Public Policy CommitteeThe Public Policy Committee engages in general public policy issues that affect business in the Saint Paul/East Metro area. The committee provides assistance to the Chamber in identifying the Advocacy Areas of Focus, coordinating local advocacy efforts, discussing issues affecting members and participating in policy-making.
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EventsTwo signature events of the St. Paul Area Chamber of particular interest to public affairs professionals are the Breakfast with the Mayors (held in January) and the Leaders in Local Government awards (held in September). In addition, the Public Affairs team hosts the annual East Metro Elected Officials Meet and Greet in November.
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Strategic Communications and Media RelationsThe Public Affairs team provides thought leadership for the Chamber and our members by producing content and connecting with media. If you are interested in authoring an opinion piece for publication, or would like to be included in our list of members who are interested in speaking with media on the record, let us know.
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The St. Paul Area Chamber has a variety of members who can discuss:
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If you are a member of the media who would like to connect with one of our staff, please contact Shannon Watson.
If you would like to get involved, or have any questions, please contact a member of the Public Affairs team: |
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