September E-Magazine
Chinese American Chamber of Commerce – MN brought you our Sixth-issued Monthly E-Magazine. Check it out with our latest news and upcoming events!
Latest News
Workforce Strategy Consultants share what works with Minnesota employers
Minnesota employers, you’re invited to join in a monthly discussion of current workforce challenges and solutions.
Join the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Workforce Strategy Consultant team the first Wednesday of the month from 11am to 12pm. This series of virtual meetings focuses on highlighting proven strategies to build talent pipelines, hearing and sharing best practices, and networking with other Minnesota employers about all things workforce. Join us to learn:
- How to increase your number of applicants and new hires
- About tools for reviewing and enhancing your current training programs
- Ways to enhance Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) within your workplace
- How to be recognized as an employer of choice in your industry
Apply for microloans through the SBA
The U.S. Small Business Administration’s microloan program works with nonprofit lenders to provide loans up to $50,000 to help small businesses start up and expand. The average SBA microloan in Minnesota in 2021 was about $23,000. Small businesses can find a local non-profit lender who offers SBA microloans on SBA’s website.
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Upcoming Event
How Women Owned Business Certification Can Create a Competitive Advantage
An entrepreneur’s journey is hard and relentless, and we all know it can be twice as challenging for women entrepreneurs. But, being a woman-owned business can also provide a competitive advantage. Our moderator will be joined by Certified Women Owned Business Owners to cover questions around the certification process and the benefits it includes.
COVID-19 Latest News
CDC updates on COVID-19 Vaccines guidelines
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The Mission and Rules
The Mingzhou Chinese Chamber of Commerce is committed to strengthening exchanges and cooperation between Chinese business owners in Mingzhou and strengthening communication, exchange and collaboration with other state chambers of commerce. Strengthen communication with the US government and business community, strengthen ties with the Chinese government, chambers of commerce, and enterprises, strengthen cooperation and exchanges among members, and provide a platform for Mingzhou Chinese to showcase Chinese businesses everywhere, and open a wonderful culture to promote China. The gate provides a harmonious information exchange center.
The Rights of the Members
(1) Share the services provided by the Association
(2) To express opinions, demands and suggestions to this Council, and to provide opinions and criticisms on the work of the Association.
(3) Participating in various activities of the Association
(4) There are compelling rights, voting rights and right to be elected in this Council.
(5) Require the Association to safeguard its legal rights
The Obligations of Members
(1) Compliance with the rules of the Chamber of Commerce
(2) Implementing the resolution of the Chamber of Commerce
(3) Paying dues on time and in accordance with regulations
(4) Handling matters entrusted by this Council
(5) The member shall withdraw from the meeting and notify the Chamber of Commerce in writing and return the member’s genuine card.
(6) The member has seriously violated the statute of the Chamber of Commerce or serious illegal act, and was removed by the vote of the board of directors.
Promote and Strengthen the Cooperation between the Chinese Chambers in Nationwide
Promote and Strengthen the Cooperation between the Chinese Chambers in Nationwide
China Embassy, Consulates and important links
The PRC Consulate in LA
The PRC Consulate in Chicago
The PRC Consulate in New York
Why Choose Us
Business Licenses and Permits
Before you race too far ahead, you need to find out whether any aspect of your operation requires a license or permit and then factor into your plans the time it will take to go through the permitting process.
All kinds of businesses operate in Minnesota with no special permission or constraints. But others are closely regulated and may require one or more business, occupational or environmental licenses or permits.
Alcohol Licenses
Listed below are applications for a new license, changes to your current license and temporary permits for charitable organizations. Before you begin, it may be helpful to see our instructions on how to apply for an alcohol license.
Food Business Safety
Many projects require more than one permit. To determine which permits you need for your project, call Minneapolis 311 (if outside the Minneapolis city limits call (612) 673-3000).
Building Permits
Many projects require more than one permit. To determine which permits you need for your project, call Minneapolis 311 (if outside the Minneapolis city limits call (612) 673-3000).
Independent Contractor Registration
Most contractors who provide residential or commercial building construction or improvement services are required to register with us through this Construction Contractor Registration Program if they do not hold a contractor’s license.
