GROWING OUR COMMUNITY

Apple Valley has lakes, a ski-slope within 5 minutes, hundreds of stores and restaurants and 52,000 people living across the Minnesota River from 3 million. We have a close-knit community with all the amenities of an international airport, major sports, arts, theater and fine dining just minutes away.

PROMOTING POLICY

While some Chambers have Government Affairs, we believe the Chamber should drive the agenda rather than “follow” government so we’ve renamed it to Local Issues as many issues don’t involve government.

This committee is poised for ``quick response`` on issues as they arise, in order to bring our “practical business insight” solutions to the forefront. We demand sensible regulation, fair taxation, accountability and transparency. We are always at the table for you, as the united “Voice of Business.”

LEADING BY EXAMPLE

With 50,000 residents, Apple Valley has over 600 businesses with more than half as members of the Chamber of Commerce, more than twice the national average for Chamber participation.

LIVING AND THRIVING

Apple Valley was named 20th Best Place to Live (also 2007, 2008 & 2010 top 30). This highly prestigious ranking is due to our strong business community, strong work ethic, our Top School District, Zoo and collaboration of the City and Chamber.

GROOMING YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

These dynamic ``Young Professionals`` are emerging business leaders, gather monthly for fun events, professional development, host motivational speakers, have family outings, networking events and conduct community service and chamber projects as needed.

INVOLVEMENT

You might be surprised how many committee members over the years become elected to our Board of Directors and Board Chair, as the Board nominating committee recognize Ambassadors as involved leaders interesting in improving the Apple Valley business environment.