2009 Entrepreneur of the Year Mike Sowada, VISI Incorporated, taking fitness to a new level at the TwinWest Small Business Awards Luncheon: The Entrepreneurial Fitness Challenge on May 21.   More photos...

TwinWest Chamber of Commerce Foundation Career Path Scholarship Applications Available Click here to download application. Application deadline is July 31, 2009. The TwinWest Foundation, the oldest and one of the most active chamber of commerce philanthropic institutions in the state of Minnesota, is pleased to offer scholarships to students of all ages who seek to further their education at TwinWest-member, accredited postsecondary schools and technical colleges. Career Path Scholarships are designed for adult learners as they pursue additional job skills training or degree curriculum, with an emphasis on vocational or technical education.  If you have any questions, please contact Judy Johnson at 763.450.2226 or judy@twinwest.com. Workforce Ready! Honored for Partnership and Collaboration The Economic Development Association of Minnesota (EDAM) has honored the Workforce Ready! Collaborative convened by the TwinWest Chamber of Commerce with its 2009 “Partnership” Award. This award goes to a project that is the result of collaborative efforts on the part of multiple jurisdictions and/or organizations.  The Economic Development Awards were presented on June 17th at EDAM’s Summer Conference in Deerwood, MN. Click here to view the full press release. Experience the TwinWest Chamber of Commerce TwinWest is an involved, innovative, and influential regional chamber serving 10 cities in the western and northwestern suburbs of the Twin Cities, and the surrounding area. Experience the Network. In the world of business, success is often driven by whom you know. With more than 1,000 members, the TwinWest Chamber prides itself on providing access to an exclusive business audience. Experience Your Business Voice. Transportation, education, health care, tax policy: TwinWest holds state legislators, county commissioners and city council members accountable on the issues of business. Experience a Better Community. Local businesses are the heartbeat of local communities. The TwinWest Chamber is committed to bringing business, community, government, and education together.

	This Week @ TwinWest
	Wednesday, July 1 - Member Orientation Thursday, July 2 - St. Louis Park Business Council Meeting

Save the Date! Monday, August 17
24th Annual TwinWest Golf Classic

It's tee time! Join us for the 24th Annual TwinWest Golf Classic on August 17 at the Golden Valley Golf & Country Club. This fundraising event is a great way to spend the day out of the office networking and enjoying the summer weather! Attend alone and be placed in a foursome to meet new business contacts, or arrange your own group of coworkers, clients or friends for a fun-filled afternoon on the greens. Members and nonmembers are welcome to attend! A portion of the proceeds of this popular TwinWest event fund the TwinWest Foundation scholarship program, providing scholarships to local high school and adult students. 24th Annual TwinWest Golf Classic Golden Valley Golf & Country Club 1:00 p.m. Shotgun start Investment: $185 per golfer or $720 per foursome To register call 763.450.2220 or visit www.twinwest.com/calendar.html. Title Sponsor: Corporate Sponsor: Sponsorships available! For information on becoming a sponsor, call Judy Johnson at 763.450.2226 or e-mail judy@twinwest.com.