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October 27, 2015 The Weekly Newsletter of the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce

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Economic Outlook Luncheon Featuring:
Samuel Schulhofer-Wohl
Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

Wednesday, November 4, Noon - 1:30 p.m.
The Florian Gardens Conference Center
2340 Lorch Avenue
Cost: $25 per person

Sponsored by: Peoples Bank Midwest


Please join us for the Economic Outlook Luncheon featuring Sam Schulhofer-Wohl, senior vice-president and director of research at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis.

Schulhofer-Wohl oversees the Bank's Research Division, leads its economists in advising the Bank's president on monetary policy, and regularly attends meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee in Washington, D.C. Currently, Schulhofer-Wohl's economic research focuses on risk sharing and migration.

Register online>>



Please click on the links below for more information.

Tuesday, October 27
Lunch & Learn: Proactive Recruiting Tips and Tricks with Social Media

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

Friday, November 13
SOHO Coffee Talk

Friday, November 20
Eggs & Issues: State Economy & Budget Update with Todd Berry

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Month-at-a-Glance (PDF)

New Members

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

EnDiSys

Renewing Members

Month of September 2015



ADRC:Learn More

Awards & Recognition

September 2015: Ambassador & Salesperson of the Month

Ribbon Cuttings & Groundbreakings Newsletter Archives Job Bank

Featured Job Posting:
Sol Sisters Tanning/Laundry Express

Member to Member SOHO Board of Directors Staff

Thank You!

Thanks to all our Chamber members who attended the 2015 Business Expo & Job Fair. With more than 2,000 people attending, it was another great success thanks to the support of all our sponsors, exhibitors, Committee members and volunteers. Thank you to Dan Everhart of L&M Mail Service for chairing the Business Expo & Job Fair Committee again this year.

Read additional thanks and acknowledgements>>

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Sacred Heart Hospital
Education

You Are the Weakest Link to Internet Security

Presented by: Dane Duetsch, Deutsch's Inc.
Wednesday, December 2, 1 - 3 p.m.
Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce


"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>>



Second Annual Sales Conference Seminar
Presenters and Sponsors Wanted!

Thursday, February 25, 2016
8 a.m. - Noon
The Florian Gardens Conference Center


Presenters Needed!
The Chamber will present its second annual Sales Conference and is seeking proposals from individuals who would be willing to volunteer to present a keynote or one-hour session on an aspect of sales. Do you have experience that you would be willing to share? We are looking for topics on a variety of subjects, such as:

  • Account Planning
  • Relationship Building
  • Negotiating
  • Getting in the Door
  • Basics of Selling
  • Referrals
  • Steps of Sales Process
  • Using LinkedIn for Sales
  • Recruiting Sales People
  • Sales for the Non-Sales Person
  • How to Use Technology to Woo Customers

Benefits of Speaking
While this is a volunteer opportunity, speakers receive recognition in marketing material and at the conference. All speakers are invited to attend the entire conference as our guest. And best yet, you are able to promote you and your business to hundreds of Chamber members.

If interested in presenting, please complete this form and return to Becky Seelen or fax to 715-834-1956 by November 27, 2015.

Sponsorship Opportunities for Sales Conference
The Chamber is looking for a few business partners to help sponsor the event. The event will feature six breakout sessions and a keynote address.

Sponsors at the $300 level will receive:

  • Two complimentary tickets to the event.
  • Recognition on all marketing materials.
  • Recognition at the event.
  • A free eight-foot display table at the conference.
  • Opportunity to welcome attendees.
  • Opportunity to include brochure or flyer in handout material.

If you would be interested in being a sponsor for this event, please contact Becky Seelen (715-858-0615) by November 27.



Programs & Services

YPCV Invites the Chamber!
Meet the Executives

Thursday, November 5, 4 - 6 p.m.
Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce


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 the 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. Soda, wine and beer will be provided; special thanks to Infinity Beverages for providing the wine. 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>>




Office Space for Rent

The Chamber will have available on November 1, three offices, the use of two conference rooms and shared office space. The Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is moving to another location after sharing space for over 30 years.

The Chamber is looking for a compatible organization for the space, which includes all furniture, phone system and use of all office equipment. Please contact Bob McCoy (715) 858-0612 at the Chamber if you know of an organization that would be interested.


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Legislative
Eggs & Issues

Eggs & Issues: State Economy & Budget Update with Todd Berry

Friday, November 20, 7 - 8:30 a.m.
Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce
101 N. Farwell Street
$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>>



Eggs & Issues

Workplace Wellness Learning Circle

Wednesday, November 11, 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Chamber Office, PESI Conference Room
For Workplace Wellness Coordinators and Committee members. No charge, but advance registration required.

This program is part of our ongoing education series to explore key topics and share information to make workplace wellness programs more effective. Each session begins with a brief content presentation, followed by informal discussion among participants on the topic presented, or any other workplace wellness ideas or concerns. November 11 topic: Mental and emotional wellness.

Read more or register>>

The Chamber's Workplace Wellness Program is made possible by our sponsors: Achieve Wellness, Associated Bank, Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire, HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital, Marshfield Clinic, Mayo Clinic Health System, Optimum Therapies, and WPS Health Insurance.

Networking
Business After Hours



Monday, November 9
5-6:30 p.m.
 

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>>



SOHO


Friday, November 13
8:15-9:15 a.m.

The French Press
2823 London Road

Sponsored by: Green Planet Rain Barrels

Join other SOHO (Small Office Home Office) members for a NEW event - Morning Coffee Talk. The Coffee Talks are a great way for you to use other SOHO members as a sounding board to ask questions, review any of your ideas, marketing materials, logos, etc. and at the same time bring additional exposure to your business.

Register online>>


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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