Julie Novak, Anchor Bank
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Length of tenure at Company: 4 years Hometown: Saint Paul girl, born and raised Interests: Hanging out with my husband and two kids. Chief cheerleader at my kids sporting events which include hockey and soccer. Our fami1y loves to camp in the summer and spend time outdoors in any season. I enjoy reading, cooking, drinking good red wine and I am an enthusiastic Gopher hockey and MN Wild fan. I play a wicked game of Candyland, which my daughter can attest to, and am becoming pretty skilled on the Wii, thanks to my son's many months of patience with me. Other Organizations you are currently involved in: Board member: Youth Express, Finance Committee member: Family Tree Clinic, Midway Chamber Board member Background Information: I worked briefly as a bank teller after college then spent 20 years of my banking career at Liberty State Bank. Joined Anchor Bank in 2004 and am so happy to be working with a great community bank in our wonderful Midway neighborhood. What does Membership in the Chamber mean to you?: The Midway Chamber is such a supportive group of businesses and individuals that really "get" the networking, the referral sources and mutual support that an active chamber can provide. The Midway Chamber is a strong, collective voice for the business community and a wonderful resource for businesses large and small. I think your annual Chamber membership is some of the best money you can spend these days. Good Chamber memories are past gala's - such fun evenings spent with co-workers and chamber friends. Anchor Bank purchased an evening at a Saint's game this year on the USS Porkchop out in left field and our crew from work had such fun heckling the other team in the outfield. The golf tournament is always a great way to treat customers and business prospects to a wonderful afternoon of golf and socializing. A good chamber connection story: Anchor Bank's grand opening for our Snelling & 94 office was in June 2007. As we planned for this event we tried to think of some fun entertainment. Quite a few months earlier I sat with some of the Klondike Kate's at a luncheon, enjoyed visiting with them and exchanged business cards. Eric Britt, our president thought it would be great to have'some of the "Katie's" come and entertain at our grand opening. What a great element they added to our event and how much fun our guests and fellow bankers had - all because of a Midway Chamber luncheon.

Dan Leggett, Avant-Garde Marketing Solutions
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Length of tenure at Company: 4 1/2 years Hometown: Canton, PA Interests: Golf, Gopher Basketball, Running, Antiques, Music & Church Activities. Other Organizations you are currently involved in: Central Baptist Church Foundation Board & Deacon Board Background Information: Married 32 yrs to my beautiful wife Linda / 1 son - Peter / Saint Paul resident since 1980 / former Scout Leader Accomplishments: B.S. in Accounting & Finance / Eagle Scout Dad / Business owner since 2003 Company Background Information: We bring you processing solutions for credit & debit cards, EBT cards, check conversion, check guarantee, ACH services, gift & loyalty cards, prepaid services (incl. prepaid credit cards, phone & long distance cards, etc.), ATMs, Internet & E-Commerce processing, merchant cash advance program, tool & employee reimbursement programs, state of the art equipment & software, and more! AGMS…OFFERING REVOLUTIONARY INNOVATIONS IN PROFITABLITY! What does Membership in the Chamber mean to you?: Joining the Midway Chamber has provided increased exposure to merchants in the community and has enhanced market penetration. I have also had the privilege of meeting some phenomenal individuals who are tirelessly committed to promoting and growing business relationships in the Midway. And, last by certainly not least, it's been fun! (One of our members constantly reminds us…Fun is Good!)

Bob McPherson, Western Insurance Agency
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Length of tenure at Company: 3 years Hometown: Roseville, MN Background Information: Bob lives with his wife in Roseville, where he spent six years coaching soccer for the North Suburban Soccer Association while his three sons were growing up. He has also served for three years on the parish council for his church and one year as the co-president of the Roseville High School PTA. His business associations include the Builders Exchange of St. Paul and the Association of General Contractors of Minnesota. Accomplishments:Bob attended the College of St. Thomas in St. Paul and received a bachelorÕs degree in psychology and a masterÕs degree in teaching. Some of his best memories include his participation on the St. Thomas rowing crew. Professional Information: Bob has worked in the insurance industry for more than 30 years and has been responding to the risk management needs of accounts of all sizes in construction, manufacturing and distribution industries, as well as non-profit organizations. His primary objective has been to bring value-added service to his accounts so as to reduce both their exposure to risk and their overall insurance costs. To accomplish this, Bob facilitates the interaction of each client with the insurance carrier professionals in the development of loss control and claims management programs.

Erin Luethi, Saint Paul Saints
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Length of tenure at Company: 2 years Hometown: Independence, WI Interests: Running, Playing Basketball, Reading, Badger Sports Other Organizations you are currently involved in: Big Brothers Big Sisters, Athletes Committed to Educating Students (A.C.E.S) Background Information: I graduated from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and accepted an internship with the Saints which lead to a job in the Ticket Sales Department. What does Membership in the Chamber mean to you?: The Midway Chamber has been a great networking avenue for me. Since becoming a member of the Chamber I have become more familiar with area businesses and met many amazing people.

Brenda Willcox, Highland Bank

Dr. Rodd Bruntjen, Mighty Oak Chiropractic

Marcia Kopp, FastSigns - Roseville

Jackie Yernberg, Central Lutheran School

Sharon Vance, Park Midway Bank

Charles Goodman, Plaudit Design

David Dominick, Midway Family YMCA
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Length of tenure at Company: 6 years Hometown: Muncie, Indiana ( home of Garfield the Cat, Ball State University and the Ball canning jar). David Letterman went to my college. Interests: Bowling, raising two labs, stained glass, and doing mosaic work. Other Organizations you are currently involved in: Past President and current secretary of the Saint Paul Sunrise Rotary Club; Current President of the Saint Paul Midway Lions Club Background Information: Moved here in 2000 from Indiana due to job relocation with the Boy Scouts of America where I served as the COO for the Minneapolis Areas Scout Council. I was an Eagle Scout and the former Mayor of Muncie, Indiana where I served one full term. What does Membership in the Chamber mean to you?: I have been a member of several chamber of commerce since I was in my 20's. which is about 24 years connected to a chamber of commerce. It is a great place to network and be engaged in the community. I love my job at the YMCA. I love coming to work every day. I like being a member of the Midway Chamber of Commerce and attending chamber functions and events. It is a great way to spend quality time in our community hanging out at chamber events. I also love working with Julie Novak at Anchor Bank! It is great working with chamber staff and board members. I am also very honored to have been elected to the board of directors of the chamber of commerce and being able to serve as co-chair of the Ambassador Committee.

Catherine Holtzclaw, Holtzclaw Planning LLC
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Length of tenure at Company: 30 years Hometown: Roseville, MN Interests: Travel, Biking Other Organizations you are currently involved in: Midway Family YMCA, Board Member; St. Anthony Park Foundation, Board Background Information: CPA, CFP, & MBT After 20 years in public accounting, I have moved into the area of financial planning and consulting What does Membership in the Chamber mean to you?: Good Networking!

Mark DeVine, Guaranteed Clean Maintenance
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Length of tenure at Company: 17 years Hometown: Maplewood, MN Interests: Home improvement projects, water sports, biking, and spending time with my family Other Organizations you are currently involved in: Past President and current Sergeant at Arms of the St. Paul Sunrise Rotary Club Background Information: I started working in our family business in 1992 and I've been here ever since. I've been married to my wife Christine for nine years. We have four kids, three boys and a girl. Accomplishments: In high school I was the state champion in both gymnastics and pole vault, I was also voted athlete of the year for Roseville High School. More recently though, I'd say fatherhood and business ownership. Company Background: Guaranteed Clean Maintenance was founded by my Dad, Ray DeVine, in 1972, we have grown significantly since then due to our commitment to high quality, personal service. Today we have over 50 employees and service over 100 facilities throughout the metro area. Our primary service is to provide the janitorial maintenance in facilities like offices, medical clinics, banks, etc. We also offer floor stripping and refinishing, carpet cleaning, window washing and various other related services. What does Membership in the Chamber mean to you?: Chamber membership is a fun way to get to know others who work the Midway area and learn more about their businesses. The speakers at the luncheons are good too.

Kevin Sevcik, University Bank

Danna Sorenson, Lancer Catering

Tina Lehmann, Metro Dentalcare Clinic

Katie Welch, TDS Metrocom

Cindy Schweizer, Children's Hospital Association

Anna Sommerfeld, Anchor Bank

Jerry Martinek, Associated Hearing of St. Paul