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November 3, 2015 The Weekly Newsletter of the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce
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You Are the Weakest Link to Internet Security
Presented by: Dane Deutsch, Deutsch's Inc.
Wednesday, December 2, 1 - 3 p.m.
Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce
PESI Conference Room
"Everyone has opened an email that a few seconds later they regret opening or clicking on a link. We know we did at the Eau Claire Chamber. Not only did it take time and money to resolve, but it also impacted our members. Fairly simple cyber security measures were implemented by DCS Netlink after the occurrence to lessen possible attacks. Even if your business or organization has one or two employees, some type of cyber security is a must." - Cheri Weinke, communications & operations director, Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce
Come and learn why you as the "human factor" are the weakest link when it comes to internet security. No firewall, no anti-virus, no anti-malware, no technology can completely protect you from yourself when you are on the internet.
So, there has to be a way to make yourself, your organization and your family a stronger link in the chain that forms internet security, and fortunately, there is! It is through education on what you should or should not do on the internet to ensure you do not "unknowingly" click on a nasty link or attachment that then steals your identity, money or livelihood. But, how do you know for sure that you and your users or family really understand internet security? How that education and training is delivered on a consistent basis is key to being cyber smart and secure. Living in the cyber world can be very, very risky and scary, but it doesn't have to be that way.
Come and learn, in a simple and in English ("no-geek" language), what it takes to make sure you are not the weakest link - your human factor can be the stronger link.
Register online>>
Please click on the links below for more information.
Wednesday, November 4
Ribbon Cutting: Satellite Six
Wednesday, November 4
Economic Outlook Luncheon
Thursday, November 5
Meet the Executives
Friday, November 6
Business Connection
Monday, November 9
Business After Hours
Wednesday, November 11
Workplace Wellness Learning Circle
Wednesday, November 11
Ribbon Cutting: Youngstedts Tire Center
Friday, November 13
SOHO Coffee Talk
Friday, November 20
Eggs & Issues: State Economy & Budget Update with Todd Berry
Thursday, December 3
Holiday Open House
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.
September 2015: Ambassador & Salesperson of the Month
Featured Job Posting:
Rucker MD/Enza Medispa
YPCV Invites the Chamber!
Meet the Executives
Thursday, November 5, 4 - 6 p.m.
Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce
PESI Conference Room
YPCV would like to invite the Chamber to their annual Meet the Executives professional development event. Five leaders from our community will make up the panel. Come hear their personal success stories as well as challenges they may have faced along the way. We will hear from the panel from 4:00-5:30 p.m. with time for Q&A. Starting at 5:30 p.m., we will have a short social to give you time to interact with the Executives and network; special thanks to Infinity Beverages. This event will be limited to the first 44 people that register
The 2015 panel includes:
Suzanne Ashley - Ken Vance Car City Honda Volkswagen Audi, General Manager
Peter Farrow - Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire, CEO and General Manager
Nicole Lasker - Lasker Jewelers, Vice President
Michael O'Meara - Peoples Bank Midwest, Chairman
Rick Olson - KRM Information Services, Inc., CEO/President
Register online>>
Lunch & Learn: Understanding Generations in the Workforce
Presented by: Angela Eckman - Chippewa Valley Technical College
Tuesday, November 24, 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: Rhom
Construction,
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital &
Weld, Riley, Prenn &
Ricci, S.C.
Generational differences have been at the forefront of workforce conversations for the past decade. The sense of urgency is heightened by the upcoming mass exodus of baby boomers in the workplace but also by the fact Generation X cannot support the upcoming leadership vacancies. It is a simple numbers game: the U.S. economy has more workers exiting than entering the labor force, and we will continue to see this shift into the foreseeable future. Understanding the current and incoming generations that make up our workforce is essential to attracting and retaining your talent of the future. Examining and preparing the newer generations is critical to organizational health and sustainability. Identify the similarities and differences of the generations and how to best lead and develop the Millennials and Generation Z population. This presentation will explore the benefits and challenges of the future workforce and what you can do as a leader to ensure the future is a bright one.
Lunch & Learn Seminar Presenters Needed
The Business Council is currently accepting proposals for Lunch & Learn seminars , which are held on the last Tuesday of each month from noon to 1 p.m. at the Chamber office. The Lunch & Learn series features seminars on a variety of topics including human resources, leadership, customer service, marketing and management.
If you are interested in volunteering to present at seminar, please complete the online form by November 6.
Thanks for the consideration!
Conference Room Naming Rights
WISCONSIN INDEPENDENT NETWORK, LLC. has purchased the naming rights for the smaller conference room in the Chamber office for November 1, 2015 through October 31, 2020.
WIN serves the Upper Midwest with cutting-edge fiber network, Internet, data center, and managed IT services.
They also own and operate over 5,000 miles of fiber network, connecting cities in 5 states through more than 100 Points of Presence.
PESI, Inc. has purchased the naming rights for the larger conference room for five years.
PESI has provided cutting edge continuing education to professionals across the nation. They work alongside the world's leading experts to create seminars, conferences, videos and books that meet the needs of adult learners.
You Are Invited to Travel
with
the Chamber in 2016
The Chamber is looking to take two trips in 2016...
ROME & AMALFI COAST and CHINA
If you are interested in either trip, please plan to attend the informational meetings.
Please call 715 834-1204 to register or email: Bob McCoy.
ROME & AMALFI COAST
November 5-14, 2016
Limited to 34 people. Registration is first come.
We will be partnering with Higgins Travel Leaders & Collette
Informational Meeting:
Wednesday, November 18th
5:00-6:00 pm
Chamber Office, PESI Conference Room
Click here to view brochure
CHINA
October 20-29, 2016
We will be partnering with Citslinc, Inc.
Informational Meeting: Tuesday, December 1st
5:30-7:00 pm
Chamber Office, PESI Conference Room
Click here to view brochure
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Eggs & Issues: State Economy & Budget Update with Todd Berry |
Friday, November 20, 7 - 8:30 a.m.
Clarion Hotel Campus Area
2703 Craig Road
$20 per person for Chamber members
Sponsored by:
What economic, demographic and budget challenges face Wisconsin policy makers as we move into 2016? Todd Berry, President of the non-partisan Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance, stops by for his annual fall visit to dish up the straight scoop on state budget numbers -- and provide a candid analysis of the underlying economics impacting what happens in Madison. This is a Chamber members-only event.
Read more or register>>
US House Passes Export-Import Bank Renewal
The US House of Representatives voted 313-118 last week to renew the Export-Import Bank, whose authority had expired this summer. This legislation has been a high priority of the business community because it helps small business exporters to have a level playing field when competing for international markets. Although the measure had strong bi-partisan support, a vote had been blocked by members of leadership who opposed the renewal, requiring a discharge petition signed by a majority of the members of Congress to bring it to the floor. Congressman Ron Kind (D-3) signed the discharge petition and voted for final passage. Action is still needed in the US Senate. Click below to contact each of our US Senators and tell them you'd like to see it voted on soon:
US Senator Tammy Baldwin
US Senator Ron Johnson
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Sleep Inn & Suites Conference Center
5872 33rd 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
REALiving, HeartlandBusiness Systems, Marshfield Clinic and Sleep Inn & 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>>
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Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce
PESI Conference Room
No Cost to Attend - No Registration Required
Only Open to Members - Business Connection is a chance to network with a small group of Chamber members, share information on your business and learn more about
Infinity Beverages Winery & Distillery and SERVPRO of Eau Claire
and other Chamber members. Bring your business cards, brochures, or anything you
wish to share. Coffee and calories will be served.
Read the current Small Street Journal for updates and announcements from
Chamber members. Please submit your updates to
Becky Seelen.
County Board Seeks Citizen Budget Input
As part of its budget planning, the Eau Claire County Board is looking for input from citizens on its budget priorities for 2016. Click here to take a brief survey to provide your input. The deadline for submission is November 9.
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