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January 26, 2016 The Weekly Newsletter of the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce
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January 2016 Board Highlights
The Board approved cancelling the scheduled trip to Italy in November 2016 and instead promote a trip to Peru in February/March 2017.
The Board approved the following slate of officers for 2016-2017:
Board Chair: Dave Johnson, EO Johnson Business Technologies
Board Chair Elect: Tim Benedict, Benedict Refrigeration
Secretary/Treasurer: Laura Talley, BMO Harris Bank
Past Board Chair: Faye Deich, HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital
Vice Chairs:
Mark Faanes, Wipfli
Bill Hilgedick, Edward Jones
Paul Kohler, Charter Bank
Terry McHugh, WEAU 13 News
Based on discussions at the Strategic Planning Retreat, the Board voted to approve the following changes to the Chamber's Mission and Vision Statements:
Mission Statement: The Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce is the advocate of business.
The Vision Statement: The Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce is the leader in the
progressive development of the Chippewa Valley through the efforts of the business community.
The slogan "Our Community is Our Business" will remain unchanged.
Read more hightlights>>
Please click on the links below for more information.
Wednesday, January 27
22nd Annual Chippewa Valley Rally
Friday, January 29
Your Chamber Orientation
Tuesday, February 2
Meet & Greet New City & County Officials
Friday, February 5
Business Connection
Monday, February 8
Business After Hours
Thursday, February 11
The Future Of Wisconsin Transportation Funding
Thursday, February 11
SOHO Coffee Talk
Friday, February 19
Eggs & Issues: The Chamber's State Of The City
Tuesday, February 23
Lunch & Learn: Business Anywhere - Take The Office With You Using Office 365
Thursday, February 25
2016 Sales Conference
View Full Calendar on Website
Month-at-a-Glance (PDF)
Please welcome new members that have joined the Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce in the past week.
December 2015: Ambassador & Salesperson of the Month
Featured Job Posting:
EO Johnson Business Technologies
Lunch & Learn: Business Anywhere - Take The Office With You Using Office 365 (Understanding The Cloud Based Solution For Business)
Presented by: Brian Jaenisch, Marco Technologies, LLC
Tuesday, February 23, Noon - 1 p.m.
Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce
PESI Conference Room
Cost to Attend: $20 Chamber members; $40 non-Chamber members (includes lunch)
Sponsored by: Aging & Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County, Rhom
Construction,
HSHS Sacred Heart & St. Joseph's hospitals &
Weld Riley, S.C.
For small and midsize businesses, technology can make the difference in driving a company ahead - setting it apart from competitors, whatever size they may be. The modern business stays ahead of the rest by making technology a business advantage.
At this Lunch & Learn session, we will demonstrate how Office 365 can help you make technology a business advantage.
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YPCV Bean Bag Sponsorship Opportunities |
Young Professionals of the Chippewa Valley will be hosting their annual bean bag tournament on Saturday, March 5. There a couple of board sponsorship opportunities ($125) available. If your company is interested in being a sponsor for this event that draws approximately 80 YP members, please contact Emily Lindholm (715-858-0614).
Looking for a Cost Effective Way to Expose Your Business?
Promote Your Business in the 2016 Community Profile/Business Directory!
The Eau Claire Chamber is creating the 2016 Community Profile/Business Directory. 4,000 copies of this publication will be printed and ready for distribution in May. This annual directory is distributed to more than 1,200 Chamber members, future members, area hotels, and to potential residents in all relocation packets as well as used as a recruitment tool for area businesses.
This quality full-color publication is an excellent vehicle for you to showcase your business to other businesses and residents in the area. Please view the ad specifications and the affordable rate schedule. For more information please contact Amy Muehlbauer (715-858-0617)
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Eggs & Issues: The Chamber's State Of The City |
Friday, February 19, 7 - 8:30 a.m.
Clarion Hotel
2703 Craig Road
$20 per person for Chamber members
Sponsored by:
The Chamber's annual "State of the City" breakfast. Eau Claire City Council President Kerry Kincaid will address the theme, Big Things Happened in Eau Claire in 2015 - Not All of Them Downtown. Even though Eau Claire is experiencing a downtown renaissance of epic proportions, and city staff exerted significant energy and resources partnering with the private sector on this exciting development, there were other important things on their plate as well. This is a Chamber members only event.
Read more or register>>
Business Day in Madison
Wednesday, February 24, at Monona Terrace
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Earlybird registration deadline 1/30/16
State Talent Conference
Tuesday, February 23, Monona Terrace
1:00-4:30 p.m.
Join local Chamber members and business people from around the state at the annual Business Day in Madison, presented by Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce. Get insights on economic and demographic trends, policy updates and more from featured speakers Larry Kudlow, Stephen Hayes and Ken Gronbach. There will also be addresses by Senator Ron Johnson and Governor Scott Walker.
The Eau Claire Chamber will coordinate carpooling for those attending from the Chippewa Valley, and discounted lodging is available for those traveling in the night before. The earlybird registration fee for Business Day of $140 is available through January 30 Click here to register online
State Talent Conference: WMC is also hosting a Talent Conference the afternoon before, February 23. It features a look at our state’s demographics and what it will take to attract new talent. It also includes the first Wisconsin Job Honor Awards recognizing workers and employers who have overcome challenges. click here to register through the Chamber for a discounted rate of $75.
Contact Scott Rogers for more information on either of these events.
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The Plaza Hotel & Suites
1202 W. Clairemont Avenue
Please join us for the monthly Business After Hours. Network with other business people in a social atmosphere. It is a great opportunity to make those important business connections.
This month's Business After Hours is sponsored by
Junior Achievement of Wisconsin, Inc., Charter Bank and Plaza Hotel & Suites.
Admission is
$6 at the door for members and
$12 for non-members. Passes (minimum of four) can be purchased in advance
at the Chamber for $5. Registration is not required for this event.
For more information>>
Read the current Small Street Journal for updates and announcements from
Chamber members. Please submit your updates to
Becky Seelen.
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