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September 27, 2016 The Weekly Newsletter of the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce

The Update: Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce

September 2016 Board Highlights

A report was made on the status of the FLSA Overtime law that will begin December 1. There is a bill moving through from some Democrats that would phase this in over a number of years.

NOTE: After the Board meeting, on September 20, the US Chamber along with the Texas Association of Business, National Automobile Dealers Association, the National Association of Manufacturers, National Association of Wholesaler Distributors, National Federation of Independent Business, National Retail Federation, and more than 50 other national and Texas business groups, filed a legal challenge to the Obama administration's overtime rule, arguing that Department of Labor (DOL) exceeded its statutory authority in issuing the regulation and violated the Administrative Procedure Act).

The Board reviewed three executive search company proposals. They selected Dowell Management to head the search for a new president & CEO. Larry Dowell managed chambers in Minnesota for over 30 years before starting his own firm. He also facilitated the Eau Claire Chamber's strategic planning session last December and is very familiar with this chamber. Plus his company manages Momentum West and they are very familiar with the area. It is expected the position opening will be announced in late November and the process will begin in January with a new person hired by mid April. Mark Faanes, Wipfli was named the chair of the search committee.

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Month-at-a-Glance (PDF)

Month of August 2016

August 2016: Ambassador of the Month

Featured Job Posting:
Waste Management

2017 Business After Hours Sponsorship

Is your business or organization interested in sponsoring a Business After Hours in 2017? If so, please submit your name to be a sponsor.

Please read more information regarding the sponsorship and complete the online application form by September 30, 2016. The Chamber Ambassadors will conduct a drawing in October. Businesses will be contacted by Tuesday, October 18, 2016 to confirm sponsorship.

2016 Business Expo & Job Fair Seminars

Tuesday, October 18
Eau Claire Indoor Sports Center
3456 Craig Road

Sponsored by: Manpower

Thanks to a sponsorship from Manpower, the Chamber will be offering the following complimentary seminars during the Business Expo & Job Fair. While there is no cost to attend, registration is encouraged to reserve a spot. All attendees also will receive a free ticket to attend the Business Expo following (or preceding) the seminar.

Tax Identity Theft
Presented by Amy Vik and Charles Wysocky, H&R Block
Tuesday, October 18, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

What is tax identity theft and how can you avoid it? This seminar will explain the importance of securing your personal information. It will explain what tax identity theft can do to your tax return and what you need to do if you are a victim.

Read more or register >>

Mobile Apps for Productivity
Presented by: Denise Woodford, Chippewa Valley Technical College
Tuesday, October 18, 1-2 p.m.

Explore sites and IOS applications that will aid you in becoming more productive. This session will focus on the latest tools, sites, and iPhone/iPad applications built to increase your productivity while simplifying your everyday life. Attend this fun session and - the best part of all - most, if not all, are free online!

Read more or register >>

Building a Better Workforce
Presented by Kim Peterson, Lisa Fiore and Patti Matthews, Manpower
Tuesday, October 18, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Manpower Group's 2015 Talent Shortage Survey found that 32 percent of U.S. employers surveyed had difficulty filling jobs, of which 41 percent sited reduced competitiveness and productivity because of it. The consequences of not attracting and retaining the right talent will affect your bottom line.

To address this challenge, Manpower recently put out the White Paper, "Building a Better Workforce". Join us at this session to learn about recruiting and retention strategies to win in this new world of work!

Read more or register >>

Speed Networking Event
Tuesday, October 18, 4 - 5 p.m.

Want to make some new connections? Make the most of your valuable time by joining the Chamber for Speed Networking. The seminar room at the Business Expo will be buzzing with excitement for this fast-paced, energy-filled take on business networking.

Read more or register >>

Chamber/CVTC Business Community Breakfast

Tuesday, October 11, 7 - 8:30 a.m.
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Business Education Center
620 W. Clairemont Avenue
No Cost to Attend for Members

Sponsored by: Associated Bank, HSHS Sacred Heart &
St. Joseph's hospitals, Market & Johnson and Royal Credit Union

Come explore the world of simulation in education! Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet before experiencing hands-on demonstrations highlighting the latest simulation technology used at CVTC.

Drive a truck in our simulation trailer just like our Truck Driving students. Paint a car using the paint gun simulation software used in the Auto Collision program. Treat and care for patients with augmented reality our health care training. Weld using our simulator in the Mobile Manufacturing Trailer. Fly a drone used in our Drone Certification. Have fun!

Read more and register>>

Eggs & Issues: State Business Update With WMC President Kurt Bauer

Friday, October 21, 7 - 8:30 a.m.
Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce
2703 Craig Road
$20 per person for Chamber members

Sponsored by:

Kurt Bauer, President of Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, provides an update of key issues of importance to the state's business community, including a look at his organization's policy priorities in Madison and the political outlook for Wisconsin's fall elections. WMC is the state's chamber of commerce and its largest business trade association, prepresenting more than 3,500 employers of every size and from every sector of the economy. This is a Chamber members-only event.

Read more or register>>

Legislative Candidate Forum

Thursday, October 13, 6:30 p.m.
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Business Education Center
620 W. Clairemont Avenue
No charge to attend and no pre-registration required
Parking: Staff Lots P8 or P9 adjacent to the building, or Student Lot P3 across the footbridge.

Sponsored by: Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce, WAYY Radio, WQOW-TV 18, the Leader-Telegram and Chippewa Valley Community Television

With the November 8 election approaching, this is a valuable opportunity to hear candidates for local legislative districts address key issues. Invited are candidates for State Assembly Districts 67, 68, 91 and 93.

The Candidate Forum is sponsored by WAYY, the Leader-Telegram, WQOW TV 18, Chippewa Valley Community Television, and the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce.

"Turnout for Transportation"
Local Forums in 71 Wisconsin Locations

Thursday, September 29, 7:00 p.m.
Eau Claire Expo Center
5530 Fairview Drive

City, county, town and village officials from all 72 counties in Wisconsin, plus members of the business community and the public, will gather on September 29 to discuss critical projects and services in each region and the need for the state to find a sustainable solution to Wisconsin's transportation challenge. Chamber members are welcome to attend.

The event is sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association, the League of Wisconsin Municipalities, the Wisconsin Towns Association and the Transportation Development Association.

Click here for more details about the event and a full list of locations.

Monday, October 10
5-6:30 p.m.

Eau Claire Golf & Country Club
828 Clubview Lane

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 Ruder Ware, L.L.S.C. , Haselwander Companies and University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire Foundation.

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>>

SOHO Coffee Talk
Thursday, October 13
8:15 - 9:15 a.m.
Stitch Supply Co.
913 Hillcrest Parkway

Sponsored by: Chestnut Consulting

Social Media is a hot topic and for the small business owner it can be very time-consuming/overwhelming. Join us, the SOHO group, for a coffee talk on how to implement a social media strategy into your business. Brian Hahn, founder of Go Social Experts, will be facilitating this event, so please come with questions and ideas that may help the whole group.

An RSVP to this event is very important, so please click link below to register. No cost to attend.

Register online >>

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

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