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March 15, 2016 The Weekly Newsletter of the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce

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Chamber/UW-Eau Claire Business Community Breakast

Tuesday, March 29, 7 - 8:30 a.m.
University of Wisconsin Eau Claire
W.R. Davies Student Center
No cost to attend


In 1915, 15 men established the Civic and Commerce Association of Eau Claire to advance civic, municipal and commercial interests, and promote welfare and prosperity in the city. Members of this group saw years of work come to fruition the following year with the establishment of the Eau Claire State Normal School. Fifty years later a business school was created on the Wisconsin State University-Eau Claire campus in response to area demand for graduates with a strong professional preparation.

Join us at a celebration of this strong partnership and the College of Business's golden anniversary. We will share stories and photos from the past, and our vision for the future. This year's breakfast will remind us of our shared history, and allow us to reflect on what our strong partnership has accomplished. We will share stories and photos from the past, and our vision for the future.

Register online>>


Please click on the links below for more information.


Tuesday, March 15
Peru Trip: Informational Meeting

Wednesday, March 16
March Membership Madness

Thursday, March 17
March Membership Madness

Wednesday, March 16
Ribbon Cutting: Indian Motorcycles of the Chippewa Valley

Friday, March 18
Eggs & Issues: Legislative Breakfast

Friday, March 18
Ribbon Cutting: Storm Guard of Eau Claire

Tuesday, March 29
Chamber/UW-Eau Claire Business Community Breakfast

Tuesday, March 29
Lunch & Learn: How To Supercharge Your Presentations

Thursday, March 31
Your Chamber Orientation

Friday, Apri 1
Business Connection

Friday, Apri 1
Ribbon Cutting: Girls on the Run Chippewa Valley

Tuesday, April 5
2016 Human Resource Conference

Monday, April 11
Business After Hours

Wednesday, April 13
Refresh Live Leadership Simulcat

Wednesday, April 13
Workplace Wellness Workshop

Friday, April 15
Eggs & Issues: The Chamber's Annual "State of Altoona"

View Full Calendar on Website

Month-at-a-Glance (PDF)

Simple Office Solutions

New Members

Please welcome new members that have joined the Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce in the past week.

Representative Kathleen Bernier

S.C. Swiderski LLC

Renewing Members

Month of February 2016



ADRC:Learn More

Awards & Recognition

February 2016: Ambassador of the Month

Ribbon Cuttings & Groundbreakings Newsletter Archives Job Bank

Featured Job Posting:
Market & Johnson, Inc.

Member to Member SOHO Board of Directors Staff



Working Mothers Luncheon

Wednesday, May 11, Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Eau Claire Golf & Country Club
828 Clubview Drive, Altoona
Cost to attend: $25


Sponsored by: Associated Bank, Dove Healthcare, Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire, HSHS Sacred Heart & St. Joseph's hospitals, REALiving and Weld Riley, S.C.

Join us for our fourth annual Working Mothers Luncheon! This is a unique opportunity for working moms to gather to address the challenges they face in today's business environment. Soon-to-be mothers and those who are planning for motherhood someday in the near future also are encouraged to attend. Fathers and other caregivers are welcome.

During lunch, attendees will have the chance to network and gain practical ideas and advice from other working mothers to help balance work/life experiences in an informal, brainstorming atmosphere.

Then, if you have ever felt overwhelmed, taken advantage of or enmeshed in drama, then our keynote speakers are just for you! Have you ever wondered how boundaries, balance and motherhood impact your happiness? Are you always trying to reach the seemingly unobtainable status of "Superwoman"?

First, Dori Pulse will take you through a condensed presentation of how healthy boundaries impact everyday life. Our second keynote speaker, April Marion, will describe her journey through the muddled waters of motherhood, how it has impacted her happiness and the true meaning of superwoman.

About the Speakers
Pulse is an author, speaker, blogger and free-lance writer. She has also facilitated several Christian programs including the Divorce Care program at her local church since 2008. Her remarriage in 1998 resulted in a stepfamily, causing her to realize the need for support and information for couples within a stepfamily.

Marion is a full-time staff accountant with Biesterveld & Spies, LLC, a certified public accounting firm in Eau Claire. She plays the role of employee, wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend, homemaker, cook, avid gardener and the list continues. Even though she plays various roles each and every day, she knows that none of them are done best unless she is HAPPY!

Register online>>


Sacred Heart Hospital: Emergency Care
Education

Refresh Live Leadership Simulcast

Wednesday, April 13, 8:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Mayo Clinic Health System


Sponsored by: Express Employment Professionals

Back for its seventh year, the Refresh Leadership Live Simulcast brings a distinguished lineup of inspirational speakers directly to you. This year's speaker lineup features an outstanding trio of leadership and development experts who are ready to share their expertise on reaching the next level, inspiring your people and becoming a more effective leader.

The 2016 Refresh Leadership Live Simulcast speakers include:

  • Marshall Goldsmith, Author, Professor and Executive Coach
  • Shaquille "Shaq" O'Neal, Television Sports Analyst and 15-time NBA All-Star
  • Kaplan Mobray, Author, Motivational Speaker and Career Consultant

This half-day event was designed with leaders like you in mind. Join us to learn more about the power of great leadership and take away new insight on how to refresh, energize and motivate the people you lead. The simulcast will be broadcast in Mayo Clinic Health System's Auditorium. (The presenters will not be present in Eau Claire.)

Read more or register >>





Lunch & Learn: How to Supercharge Your Presentations

Presented by:
Heidi Schreiner, Artisans of the Earth
Jeff McRaven, National Presto Industries
Melissa Eslinger, Marshfield Clinic

Tuesday, March 29, 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.


If you've ever gone to a meeting that has droned on and on. If you're worried that your presentations are falling flat. If you would like to make people sit up and pay attention when you speak - this is the event for you.

Presenting at a meeting or for a seminar sets you as the expert on the topic. Speaking with confidence helps you to sell your ideas. Get past the jitters, and speak up! This presentation is in three parts for a fast and fun learning experience. Send your employees to this presentation and come yourself. Supercharge your meetings and make them work for you.

Read more or register >>



Programs & Services

Membership Madness

Back By Popular Demand:
March Membership Madness!


Would you or your organization like to participate in a little pick-up game of Prospect to Member?

If so, the Chamber's Membership Drive will take center court on March 16 and 17 at the Chamber office. Adding your organization to our team will have a scoring impact on membership. On a pivotal turn, making the Chippewa Valley an even better place to do business. YOUR commitment will help ensure that this year's drive will be a Slam Dunk!

If time is an issue, would you mind dribbling some names of potential Chamber members or free throwing us a prize for our champion volunteers?

TIME OUT - We do request you bring your cell phones to help make the calls and prospect lists will be provided. Call times are in two hour shift between 8:00 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day.

For more information or to register contact Amy Muehlbauer at (715-858-0617). Thank you for your support!



YLEC

YLEC Applications:
Due April 8

Accepting Applications
The Chamber is currently accepting applications for its Youth Leadership Eau Claire class. Do you know current sophomores from Memorial, North, Regis, Altoona or Fall Creek high school who wants to develop leadership skills and become more involved in the community? Encourage them to apply! Application deadline is April 8. More information can be found on the Chamber's website.

Sponsors
The Eau Claire Chamber Education Foundation is seeking sponsors to support its Youth Leadership Eau Claire program. Each year, about 70 students apply for the class with enrollment of only 36. The program is made possible with $500 sponsorships for each student. Please consider becoming a sponsor and helping us develop our future community leaders. If your business would be interested in providing a $500 sponsorship for a student to participate in the program, please contact Becky Seelen (715-858-0615). Thanks for the consideration.



Travel to China with the Chamber

October 20-29, 2016
$2599 per person (double occupancy) includes air fare, hotels (4-5 star) all meals


The Chamber is again partnering with Citslinc, for one last trip to China. The price includes air fare, 4-5 star hotels & all meals and bus from Eau Claire to Chicago flying non-stop to Beijing. This trip will also visit the Terra Cotta Warriors.

Registration forms, along with a $300 deposit needs to be turned into the Chamber to secure your spot (Checks only payable to the Chamber. The balance of the trip can be put on a credit card). We currently have 32 travelers and can take 42.

Informational Meeting: Thursday, March 24, 4 p.m. Chamber Office

Click here to view brochure


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Legislative
Eggs & Issues

Eggs & Issues: Legislative Dialogue

Friday, March 18, 7 - 8:30 a.m.
Chippewa Valley Technical College
620 W. Clairemont Avenue
$20 per person for Chamber members


Sponsored by:

Join our area state legislators for an update on this session's key issues and how they impact the Chippewa Valley. Invited lawmakers include Senators Terry Moulton (R-23), Kathleen Vinehout (D-31) and Sheila Harsdorf (R-10); and Representatives Kathleen Bernier (R-68), Chris Danou (D-92), Bob Kulp (R-69), Tom Larson (R-67), John Murtha (R-29), Warren Petryk (R-93) and Dana Wachs (D-91). This is a Chamber members-only event.

Read more or register>>



April 5 Spring Election
What's on the ballot...

On Tuesday, April 5, local voters go to the polls to decide races for seats on the County Board, City Council and School Board. Statewide, voters have a choice between Rebecca Bradley and JoAnne Kloppenburg for a 10-year term on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, as well as a Presidential Preference Primary for the Democratic and Republican parties.

The Chamber does not endorse candidates for elected office, but provides opportunities for members to get information about the views of the candidates on key issues in contested local races. (Note that races for Altoona Mayor, City Council and School Board are all uncontested.)

Candidate Questionnaire: Click the links below for candidate answers to a series of questions developed by the Chamber's Good Government Council:
Eau Claire City Council
Eau Claire School Board
Eau Claire County Board

Candidate Forum video:
View the candidate responses at the forum sponsored by the Eau Claire Leader-Telegram, WQOW TV18, WAYY Radio 790, Chippewa Valley Community Television, and the Chamber:
Eau Claire City Council
Eau Claire School Board

Meet & Greet: Eau Claire County Circuit Judge Candidates
Monday, March 28, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Chamber Office, PESI Conference Room


Chamber members are invited to meet informally with the two candidates for Eau Claire County Circuit Judge: John Manydeeds and Brian Wright. Stop by at any time during the Meet & Greet to speak individually with the candidates. Pre-registration is not required and there will be no formal program.

Voting Day
Polls on April 5 will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Voter ID will be required. Go to My Vote Wisconsin for more information on voting. Enter your name and address to find your polling place.


Networking
Business After Hours



Monday, April 11
5-6:30 p.m.
 

Lazy Monk Brewing
97 W. Madison Street

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 Lazy Monk Brewing.

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>>



Small Street Journal

Read the current Small Street Journal for updates and announcements from Chamber members. Please submit your updates to Becky Seelen.

 

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