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Tuesday, May, 12, 2020

Create Consumer Confidence with Safe Shop Zone

Safe Shop Zone signals to your customers and employees that your business is taking the extra steps to protect against Covid 19.

A list of simple criteria are being finalized that will be part of this initiative. The signs will be available at no cost thanks to Tri M Graphics this week. Watch for more on social media.

Safe Shop Zone is a partnership with Tri M Graphics, Owatonna Business Partnership and the Chamber to promote open and safe.

Made in Owatonna Days programming continues this week virtually exploring careers in Ag & Natural Resources each day with high school students.

What Businesses will Open Next?
By: Brad Meier

We're expecting further announcements for business openings at the Governor's press conference tomorrow or Thursday at the latest.
Surprisingly, federal dollars still available, grassroots group make 1300+ shields and expect small retail open soon (click for video update).
Made in Owatonna days is part of SteeleCoWorks programming funded through a Bosch Grant in partnership with United Way of Steele County, Owatonna Public Schools, Junior Achievement of the Upper Midwest, WDI, and the Owatonna Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism.
Businesses continue to safely return to work and PPE's are in high demand. The chamber has started a list of local vendors for products.
Looking for no touch thermometers? Click HERE to place your order (sold at cost) by May 16th.
The United Way of Steele County has provided posters for the Minnesota 2-1-1 service. Click here to review and print copies for your business.
Rethos Main Street announces the awards for the micro funding of 6 Owatonna small businesses. The Owatonna EDA (Economic Development Authority) provided matching monies to fund 2 applicants. The following business requests were funded: Fitness RX, Corporate Recognition, Klecker's Kreations, Old Town Bagels, Kottke Jewelers and The Hat Chic.

VisitOwatonna Video Ready's Return

Our community has taken a short pause on keeping everyone safe. Before you know it, we will be back playing together. In the meantime, experience Owatonna from the comfort of your home and begin planning your future trip when the time is right. Stay safe and we will see you again soon!

How to Strengthen Workforce? Scholarship Goes to Local Studying Business

The 23rd Annual recipient of the Ted G. Ringhofer Memorial Scholarship is Marcus Andrist. Marcus is the son of Allison and Jake Andrist and is planning on majoring in Computer Science. Marcus will be awarded a $1,000 scholarship given by TPS Insurance Agency and the OACCT Ambassadors on May 7th virtually-Congratulations!

Is Your Business Interested in Hosting a Summer Intern (paid or unpaid)?

Now is a great time to offer and introduce a returning college student an opportunity within your company! If you would like to share and get your internship marketed to this specific population of students, send them to Workforce Coordinator, Anisha Zak, azak@wdimn.org.

If you have any other hiring needs within your organization geared towards current high school students, feel free to send those as well.

Lastly, Signing Day 2020 will take place! Just not in person this year. We would love the opportunity to connect a graduating Senior who plans to enter the workforce full-time, directly to your business. If you are willing to offer these students a full-time job, connect with Anisha ASAP so we can find you the right fit!

Recruiting Will Resume, Flowers Enhance View & Feel of Town

Owatonna is on a path for growth and your business is (or was before Covid) at the forefront. Hiring isn't easy, and its competitive. What sets Owatonna apart? It's little things and big things.

This happens to be about one of the things that enhances.

Hanging Flower Baskets in Central Park, over the Morehouse Dam and along the streets in downtown Owatonna. They are part of the showcase in our town.

Mainstreet is reaching out for donors for 120 flower baskets. 100 % of donations are used to purchase baskets from a local grower & and hire locals for watering. Things have been crazy for everyone this spring. Our goal is 135 donations. You can help and find the donation form here at owatonna.org, or call the Chamber today to make a tax-deductible gift of flower baskets in the name of your business or the flower lover in your family. Please spread the word and Thanks for your help!

Anticipated hanging date of the baskets will be Thursday, May 28th with a rain date of May 29th.

50 Words for $50

Feature a special offer, an upcoming event or company information--but it must be 50 words. The cost to participate is $50 per week.

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