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Exclusive opportunity to tour the Strib’s printing plant in North Loop before it closes! The plant opened nearly 40 years ago and will be closing in a few months as printing is relocated to Iowa, ending a 158-year run of locally printed newspapers. Come learn more the Strib’s digital transformation and continued commitment to high-quality journalism Minnesotans count on.

On-street metered parking is available but can take some time - please plan accordingly.

This week's meeting honors members whose leadership and giving inspire us all, plus the nonprofit receiving our 2025 Hope Award for ourtstanding community impact.  Come be a part of the celebrationi!

Please join us to hear from Paula Wilhelm, Engagement Manager for Hennepin Healthcare Foundation, along with Ka Vang, Vice President of Equity and Community Engagement for Meet Minneapolis to learn more about the Warm Winter Clothes Drive. The Drive provides an opportunity to assist patients upon discharge from Hennepin Health with new, warm clothing to continue their healing. 

"When our community partners and friends began collecting these wonderful donations, they may not have realized what an impact they were making – not only for our patients who will be warmed by the gifts, but also to those who are waiting to be admitted for care,” explained Hennepin Healthcare CEO Jennifer DeCubellis. “Hospitals are so busy these days, and patients need to go home as soon as they are ready. Having seasonally appropriate clothing expedites this process in many ways – even beyond our doors. It’s a win-win for everyone, and we thank you so much for your thoughtfulness.”

“I am truly heartened by the generosity displayed by our community,” said Minneapolis City Council Member Jamal Osman. “The outpouring of generosity from businesses and individuals has not only provided warmth to those in need but has also showcased that kindness and collective action can truly transform lives in our city.”

“As a proud member of the Minneapolis community, I am deeply moved by the success of the Meet Minneapolis Winter Clothing Drive,” stated Robert Lilligren, Meet Minneapolis Board Chair and Native American Community Development Institute CEO. “The collective effort of the businesses and individuals in supporting this drive reflects the true spirit of hospitality – a commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of others."

Join Tracy Keibler, founding Executive Director of START Senior Solutions, for an eye-opening look at simple steps that strengthen brain health and the early warning signs of dementia that too often go unnoticed. 

Tracy Keibler is the founding Executive Director of START Senior Solutions, a Minnesota nonprofit that has helped more than 8,000 older adults and caregivers navigate the toughest challenges of aging. A gerontologist and unapologetic systems challenger, she’s known for championing legislation, winning Medicare appeals for seniors, uncovering neglect, and standing by people when no one else would. In her spare time, she channels grit and grace into singing and songwriting. Her music reminds us that aging is more than surviving—it’s about living fully.

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As a Speaker, Consultant, Writer, and Facilitator, Ronn has worked with  organizations of all sizes in the United States, Canada, Europe, and  Asia.His focus is helping organizations and individuals acquire the  mindsets, skill sets, and tool sets necessary for success.

Through it all, he has been a student of the Human Factors in success, and apply what he’s learned to helping organizations and individuals to achieve their goals.

Ronn has over 45 years of experience in the learning business: 10 years at  Wilson Learning Corporation as Senior Writer and Designer, and 35 years as an Independent Consultant, serving a wide variety of clients, industries, and  applications.

He speaks to many organizations and associations on the topics of Safety, Quality, Organizational Culture, Leadership, Fear, and Dealing with Change, as well as consulting on those same topics.

Ronn has been a visiting instructor in Entrepreneurship at Century College, and has contributed to several books, including:

• Even Eagles Need a Push  David McNally
• Playing to Win  Larry & Hersch Wilson
• Making the Grass Greener on Your Side  Ken Melrose
• Fire Yourself! Reignite Your Career and Live Your Life with Intention  John Rusciano & Lisa Brezonik

Ronn Lehmann

Our leaders discuss the year-in-review metrics, success stories, and financial  summary.  Join us to celebrate our progress and what's ahead. 

Steve Fine, founder and president of the Melanoma Education Foundation, attended colleges in the Boston area, receiving a doctorate in chemistry from Northeastern University. He then moved to Pennsylvania, completing a year of postdoctoral research at Lehigh University. After 5 years as assistant professor of organic chemistry at Lafayette College in Pennsylvania, he moved back to New England where he served in technical and management positions in high tech chemical companies.

In 1989 he started a consulting practice in the technology of high purity chemical manufacturing, concurrently serving for 3 years as Vice President of Technology for ACSI, a West Coast manufacturer of semiconductor chemicals.

Shortly after his son, Dan, died of melanoma in 1998 at the age of 26 he founded the non-profit Melanoma Education Foundation and, since 2000, has devoted full time to the Foundation.

The primary activity of the Foundation is educating high school and middle school wellness educators about melanoma and providing them with free online lessons to educate their students about self-detecting melanoma while it is curable. Prior to the Covid 19 pandemic over 1700 schools in all 50 U.S. states and Canada were using the lessons, resulting in saved lives of students, teachers and their loved ones.

Zoom Only Meeting

Lynn is an Emmy award-winning video storyteller and a content strategist who helps brands tell their stories in emotionally impactful ways that connect with an audience. 

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