Marcia is an Independent Associate with LegalShield. For over 18 years, she has offered a portfolio of legal and identity theft services that protect families, employees, and small businesses. She especially enjoys working with families with special-needs children.
A highlight of Marcia’s Chamber membership is her active participation in both the Women’s and Ambassador Committees. She enjoys introducing prospective members to the dynamic events and programs the Chamber offers. As an Ambassador, she finds it deeply gratifying to welcome and mentor new businesses to help them maximize their Chamber experience.
Marcia’s advice to new members: “There is a universal truth that applies to the Chamber. Get involved, meet other members, focus on what you can contribute, and the benefits to you and your business will follow.”
Todd is the Managing Director of LGH Wealth Management. He graduated from West Point with a bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering and an MBA from the Olin School of Business in St. Louis. He entered the wealth advisory profession in 2016 to continue his passion for serving others.
Todd’s business is based on meeting people and helping them connect with others. He enjoys the Chamber events that bring folks together in the same room, such as Business@Breakfast and Power Hours.
Todd’s advice to new members: “Set realistic expectations about what you get out of a membership. View it as an opportunity to contribute to the community, rather than a lead generation opportunity. If you put others first, you’ll get business out of it.”
Jody is a copywriter who writes long-form content for businesses and nonprofits. With decades of marketing experience, she takes a strategic approach to writing website content, blog articles, profile stories, and annual reports. A proud Eden Prairie High School alum, she recently returned to E.P. after living out-of-state, up north, and overseas.
Jody joined the Chamber to reconnect with her hometown and get involved with the local business and school community. After her first year as a Chamber member, she joined the Ambassador Committee and enjoys welcoming new members.
Jody’s advice to new members: “Take a few months to settle in, then consider joining a committee to build deeper professional relationships while giving back to a vibrant community.”
Anne provides legal advice and representation in family law, estate planning, and estate administration. She helps clients with Wills, Trusts, Health Care Directives, Powers of Attorney, Probate, Trust Administration, Divorce, Paternity, Child Custody, and Parenting Time. The first step is always a free initial consultation.
Anne has been a Chamber member since 2011, past Ambassador Committee Chair (twice), past Business@Breakfast facilitator, Board Member and 2025 Board Chair. Due to her involvement in these activities, the Chamber is her second or third referral source each year.
Anne’s advice to new members: “It’s not enough to just join the Chamber and expect your business to grow. I strongly recommend that you participate in activities. Joining a committee is also a great way to get involved.”
John owns Eden Prairie Lifestyle Magazine and promotes the local business community. He spent over 10 years in international business development before becoming a publisher. John serves on the Chamber Board of Directors and the Ambassador Committee and is a dedicated supporter of the PowHER Up Networking events.
John is a regular attendee at morning and lunch events. What he gets from being in the Chamber is centered around the opportunity to connect and give back to the community. This is the foundation that in turn, supports all of us.
John’s advice to new members: “You get out of the Chamber what you put into it!”
Adam started with Liberty Mutual in 2004 and specializes in consulting and selling auto, home, and life insurance policies. He rebranded to Comparion Insurance Agency and now represents multiple carriers, giving his clients more options that fit their coverage needs and budgets.Adam joined the Chamber in 2007 to network and become more involved in the community. He likes the variety of events and says being part of the Chamber is about building relationships and giving before receiving.
Adam’s advice to new members: “The Eden Prairie Chamber is so welcoming, that you just need to take a small step to be a part of it. The mistake many make is becoming a member, but never utilizing their membership.”
Tony has worked in the banking industry for the last 29 years, most of that time as a commercial banker in the Twin Cities market. Tony started at First Western Bank & Trust as Vice President of Commercial Lending in January 2023 and immediately became very involved in Chamber events.
Tony joined the Ambassador Committee in the summer of 2023. As an ambassador, he enjoys meeting and mentoring many businesses and business professionals within Eden Prairie and the surrounding communities.
Tony’s advice to new members: “Get involved by attending as many of the great events that the Chamber offers as you can. You never know who you may meet and connect with, so take advantage of every opportunity!!”
Reporting for Cookie Duty. Sargent Shortbread is a Veteran-owned bakery dedicated to making life sweet again by specializing in a variety of homemade shortbread cookies and other specialty treats. Matt is committed to spreading happiness to others by donating portions of all sales to charity.Matt enjoys attending Business@Breakfast and membership mixers. The benefits he gets from being a member of the Chamber have been the number of connections that have turned into customers.
Matt’s advice to new members: “Be proactive! You can’t join the Chamber and think customers will start calling you out of the blue. You’ve got to be present and attend events to continually get your name out there.”
Erin is the Director of Business Development and Growth Strategy for Lakeside HR Group. Lakeside HR Group is a nimble and results-driven HR consulting and recruiting firm that is well-versed in navigating the changing tides of your people strategies. Their consulting side serves as an extension of a small business’ HR team, offering both fractional HR support and interim resources. Their recruiting division helps companies with those hard-to-fill roles.
Erin’s first Chamber event was the PowHER breakfast, where she found the energy and the engagement exceptional. She appreciates the wide variety of Chamber events and times to accommodate a busy schedule.
Erin’s advice for new business members: “Engage and invite your team to participate in Chamber events. It shouldn’t be just one person from the business.”
Originally from England, Harry attended the University of Minnesota. He has a degree in Finance from the Carlson School of Management with a minor in Business Law. Harry works as a financial analyst in commercial real estate for Rokos Advisors. He helps companies restructure or renegotiate leases, prepares valuation assessments, and prepares financial models to examine return forecasting and risk analysis.
Harry enjoys attending both the Business@Breakfast events and the Legislative Luncheons. In addition to being an ambassador, Harry is on the Emerging Leaders Steering Committee.
Harry’s advice to new members: “My best advice is to be consistent and help others before asking for help. If you are consistently showing up to events, connecting, and helping others, you will start to see the rewards in the future.”
Travis is an agency owner at Legacy Benefits, where he helps businesses increase employee recruitment and retention without adding cost. Legacy Benefits looks to add communication to current benefit offerings and round off the packages where there may be gaps. Travis’s strategic focus revolves around cultivating partnerships with local enterprises and offering tailored, high-quality education on employee benefits. He says that it starts with a conversation, not a commitment.
His favorite Chamber event is Business@Breakfast because there’s always great energy to start the day and great connections made.
Travis’s advice to new members: “Be yourself. We are a community that wants to see everyone succeed. This group makes it easy to feel welcome, and when one of us wins, we all win!”
Kevin is Vice President of Commercial Lending with CorTrust Bank in Minnetonka, with 24 years of experience in the banking industry. His business philosophy centers around three core values: integrity, customer focus and innovation. He believes in conducting all business dealings with utmost honesty and transparency, knowing that trust is the foundation of any successful relationship. Kevin’s favorite Chamber events are anything that involves open networking. He can be found at the after-hours events and believes that the Chamber has something for everyone to meet like-minded business people in a wide variety of industries.
Aaron’s advice to new members: “Find something that fits you and get involved. Do things you like but also step outside your comfort zone from time to time.”
Eric is a seasoned sales executive with 12+ years of outside B2B sales experience. He’s a Senior Account Executive at Comcast Business Services, where he helps small to medium-sized businesses increase productivity and improve their bottom line through advanced communication solutions. His focus is primarily on Enterprise Fiber Solutions and Comcast Hosted Voice Technology. Eric is active with Chamber events from luncheons to the golf tournament, but his favorite is the opportunity to build strong relationships with chamber leaders and welcome new members to the Chamber as a member of the Ambassador Committee.
Eric’s advice to new members: “Take advantage of networking opportunities, find ways to serve others, be active, build relationships and trust that the business will come.”
Quinn Driscoll (the Value Gal) helps business owners learn money skills and strategies. Whether you want to keep more money in the bank or feel more confident in your money decisions, Quinn is here to help. Her focus is serving the owners of small companies without management teams, like professional firms and solopreneur businesses.
Quinn first experienced the Chamber at Business@Breakfast, which is still her favorite place to engage with Chamber members and visitors.
Quinn’s advice to new members: “Being the new person in a group can be intimidating, especially for those of us who are introverts. Don’t be afraid to share that you’re a newcomer! The Chamber is a welcoming space where people are genuinely excited to meet you.”
Lanette Hines is the proud owner of Hines Cleaning, a family-run business known for making spaces shine and clients smile. From cozy apartments to bustling offices, Lanette and her team bring the kind of clean that you can see and feel.
Her journey started in the most personal way—cleaning her grandma’s apartment. At the time, Lanette was working for another cleaning company when she noticed a real gap in services for elderly residents, especially in senior buildings. Inspired to help, she picked up a few supplies, rolled up her sleeves, and got to work.
One Facebook client turned into two, then ten… and now Hines Cleaning serves over 100 happy clients every month, all through word-of-mouth referrals. No ads. No gimmicks. Just great work, trusted relationships, and a whole lot of hustle.
As a woman-owned business with deep roots in the community, Lanette is passionate about making life easier for seniors, families, and fellow business owners—one clean space at a time.
Lanette’s advice for new Chamber members:
“Don’t get overwhelmed or discouraged by all the events and faces. I’ve learned that so many people are genuinely looking to connect, grow, and learn from one another—whether your industries align or not. You never know what kind of relationships you’ll build just by grabbing a cup of coffee with a complete stranger. Some of your most meaningful connections might start in the most unexpected ways.”
Becky is proud to serve as an Ambassador for the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce. As the owner, publisher, and multi-media marketing expert for Neighbors of Eden Prairie, she is passionate about connecting people in the community and helping local businesses thrive. Becky enjoys celebrating milestones, fostering relationships, and supporting a strong business community where collaboration and growth are at the heart of every connection.
The Chamber provides a welcoming community where businesses of all sizes can connect, collaborate, and succeed. She especially enjoys attending the Business@Breakfast meetings, sponsoring Purse Bingo, and attending learning luncheons.
“Get involved early and often, and just keep showing up! The Chamber is full of opportunities, but the real value comes when you participate regularly, build connections, and share your expertise.”
John Sulciner has owned and operated CottageCare Housecleaning Since 2008.
John is the President / Owner of CottageCare House Cleaning of MN . Lifelong Minnesota Resident , Resident of Eden Prairie Since 2008. He graduated from University of Minnesota. Started a Banking Career at National City Bank at age 16, and continued with Marquette Bank, and US Bank. In 2007 became an Entrepreneur owning several businesses, in 2008 Acquired CottageCare Housecleaning.
John’s business is based on relationships with clients and providing with the best cleaning experience in the industry. He enjoys the Chamber events that bring folks together in the same room, such as Business@Breakfast, Happy Hours, and small business roundtable.
John’s advice to new members: Join to build relationships, opportunities will follow if you are consistent with attending chamber events.
