Generation Y accounts for approximately 79.8 million people in the United States. That’s a large percentage of the population that, according to the Center for Generational Kinetics, is turning away from banks and finding financial advice elsewhere. Here are a few Gen Y trends that financial leaders can’t overlook from the article “Bank Operator? Can [...]
Developing Minnesota’s best talent, the availability of competitively priced electricity and healthcare, bonding for flood projects and striking a stadium deal are a few priorities at the top of the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber’s and legislative leaders’ priority list on the opening day of the 2012 Minnesota Legislative Session. District 9 Senator Keith Langseth was optimistic when he met with constituents from the [...]
For the first time in history, four generations are working side-by-side. With them comes a mountain of differences. Baby Boomers, for instance, believe work is something that happens during specified hours at a specific place. Meanwhile, Gen Y basks in the flexibility of laptops and smartphones, preferring to work wherever creativity strikes. Generational differences can [...]
Chamber members heard from the mayors of Fargo, Moorhead, West Fargo and Dilworth this month for the annual State of the Cities address. Each city has seen its share of growth, as evidenced by the 2010 census as well as in job markets. The Chamber team gathered some statistics regarding major job announcements and business [...]
Handshakes, Business Cards & iPads … Oh my! With each generation comes a new approach to shopping, to selling and to marketing. After all, the Veteran Era was brand loyal, whereas Gen Y craves surprises. They don’t just want to buy, they want the experience. “Gen Y loves firsts,” writes Preston from the Center for [...]
“Leadership makes a very big difference in the communities we serve.” Mark Nisbet, North Dakota Principle Manager of Xcel Energy, opened the 2012 State of the Cities commending the four city mayors set to take the stage. Xcel has partnered with The Chamber to present the annual event since 2007. This year, the event grew [...]
The Chamber has begun the process of producing our Metro Street Map. The Chamber updates and prints this full color, fold-out map every other year to reflect Fargo Moorhead West Fargo’s incredible growth and showcase our community. The map is distributed to residents, visitors, industrial and business prospects, new residents and those seeking more information [...]
Fundraising is a challenge. Figuring out what, where, and how to donate can be overwhelming. Whether you are a nonprofit in need of financial assistance or a donor trying to sift through all the donation requests, Giving Hearts Day has and continues to make fundraising easier, more enjoyable, and more efficient. From my experience while [...]
Congratulations North Dakota State University Bison football on a tremendous season! On Saturday, January 7, 2012, the Bison made history when they defeated Sam Houston State (Texas) 17-6 for its first Division I Football Championship Subdivision title. Frisco, Texas, which bills itself as the biggest small town in the country, swelled with green and gold [...]
Talk About Your Generations Register 1. Be aware. Consider your workforce make up and needs over the next several years – even decades – including costs due to turnover. Do you have multiple generations currently… will you in the near future? The remainder of the tips assume the answer is yes. 2. Be enlightening. Educate [...]
