Legislative Breakfast Series - Donkeys vs. Elephants

May's Legislative Breakfast features "Donkeys vs. Elephants" with Minnesota's political party leaders, Keith Downey (GOP) and Ken Martin (DFL) on Friday, May 16, 2014 from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. at the Commons on Marice, 1380 Marice Drive in Eagan.   Join us as they “unwind the spin” on November’s elections, learn more about their strategies for the future, how they plan to capture the independent voter, and the race for cash.

Keith Downey was elected chair of the Republican Party of Minnesota April 2013. Downey served two terms in the Minnesota House of Representatives and was the Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee. He is a business consulting specialist and was a partner with Virchow Krause Consulting.

Ken Martin has a long history of involvement in campaigns in Minnesota and around the country. As Chairman, Ken has rebuilt the DFL party restoring confidence amongst donors, elected officials and party leaders by showing that the party has a plan and vision to win elections and advance a progressive agenda forward. Ken holds a B.A. in Political Science and History from the University of Kansas. He and his wife currently live in Eagan with their two sons.

 
Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor!



The Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce introduces the 2013-2014 Legislative Breakfast Series. In preparation of the upcoming legislative session, the Chamber offers real-time information and resources on a number of issues important to your business. These breakfasts are designed for business community members to hear first-hand from lawmakers and industry experts on how legislation within all levels of government will affect their businesses' bottom line, job creation, growth and expansion. Members can also communicate their concerns, comments and questions.

The Series offers members a total ten programs held on the third Friday of each month, October 2013 through June 2014 from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. at The Commons on Marice in Eagan. Investment is $25 per event or purchase a Series pass for $200 and save. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. with a breakfast buffet and the program begins promptly at 8:00 a.m.

Sponsorship opportunities available.  Please contact Vicki Stute at 651.288.9201 or vstute@dcrchamber.com for more information.