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May 30, 2017 News Release For Immediate Release Contact: Mark Faanes, Wipfli Search Committee Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce mfaanes@wipfli.com (715) 829-8912 EAU CLAIRE CHAMBER HIRES NEW PRESIDENT & CEO EAU CLAIRE, WI - The Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce David Minor as the organization’s new president and CEO upon recommendation from its Search Committee and unanimous approval by its Board of Directors. Minor, currently president of the Superior-Douglas County Area Chamber of Commerce, will begin July 1 and will be responsible for the coordination of all organizational activities, including public affairs, strategic planning, economic development, programs, membership, and financial management. “I am honored and excited to lead the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce,” Minor said. “Eau Claire is a wonderful community and I look forward to getting to know the local businesses and continuing the Chamber’s commitment to excellence as developed under Bob McCoy’s leadership. I’m ready to start the next chapter of my career in the chamber industry and I intend to carry on the Eau Claire Area Chamber’s legacy of growth, success and commitment to its members.” Minor is a graduate of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute of Organizational Management and has been the chief staff member of the Superior-Douglas County Area Chamber since 1996. A native of Wisconsin, Dave brings nearly 25 years of experience in public policy, community leadership and strategic planning to the Chamber. He is a past board member of the Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, past board chair of the Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Executives, and past board chair of the Mid-America Chamber Executives (MACE). The Search Committee was led by Mark Faanes, partner at Wipfli’s Eau Claire office. “David’s chamber industry experience and commitment to organizational excellence will help us further our mission of advancing business interests in the community,” said Faanes. “The leadership he has shown for the Superior-Douglas County Area Chamber over the last two decades is remarkable and we know his drive and enthusiasm will greatly benefit the business community here.” ### About the Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce The Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce is the advocate of business. The Eau Claire Chamber is proud to be part of the Eau Claire community for 100 years. More than 1,200 businesses and organizations pride themselves as being members of the Eau Claire Chamber. "Our Community is Our Business"
EAU CLAIRE CHAMBER HIRES NEW PRESIDENT & CEO
“I am honored and excited to lead the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce,” Minor said. “Eau Claire is a wonderful community and I look forward to getting to know the local businesses and continuing the Chamber’s commitment to excellence as developed under Bob McCoy’s leadership. I’m ready to start the next chapter of my career in the chamber industry and I intend to carry on the Eau Claire Area Chamber’s legacy of growth, success and commitment to its members.” Minor is a graduate of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute of Organizational Management and has been the chief staff member of the Superior-Douglas County Area Chamber since 1996. A native of Wisconsin, Dave brings nearly 25 years of experience in public policy, community leadership and strategic planning to the Chamber. He is a past board member of the Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, past board chair of the Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Executives, and past board chair of the Mid-America Chamber Executives (MACE). The Search Committee was led by Mark Faanes, partner at Wipfli’s Eau Claire office. “David’s chamber industry experience and commitment to organizational excellence will help us further our mission of advancing business interests in the community,” said Faanes. “The leadership he has shown for the Superior-Douglas County Area Chamber over the last two decades is remarkable and we know his drive and enthusiasm will greatly benefit the business community here.”
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About the Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce The Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce is the advocate of business. The Eau Claire Chamber is proud to be part of the Eau Claire community for 100 years. More than 1,200 businesses and organizations pride themselves as being members of the Eau Claire Chamber.
"Our Community is Our Business"