Annual Human Resource Conference 
Seminar Presenters Needed!

Wednesday, April 3, 2019 
8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
The Florian Gardens Conference Center 

The Chamber has partnered again with the Chippewa Valley Society of Human Resource Management (CVSHRM) to present the annual Human Resource Conference. We are seeking proposals from individuals who would be willing to volunteer to present a one-hour session on an aspect of human resources. Do you have experience that you would be willing to share? We are looking for topics on a variety of subjects.

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 of all, you are able to promote yourself and your business to hundreds of Chamber members. If interested in presenting, please complete this form and return to Jenna Ziegler by December 7, 2018. 

Sales Conference Seminar Presenters - Deadline to Submit Proposals is this Friday!

Thursday, February 28, 2019
8 a.m. - 3 p.m. 
The Florian Gardens Conference Center 

Presenters Needed!

The Chamber will present its 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
• Time Management for Sales People
• Basics of Selling
• Referrals
• Recruiting Sales People
• Personality Profiling in Sales
• Time Management for Sales People
• How to Use Sales Force Effectively
• Sales for the Non-Sales Person
• How to Use Technology to Woo Customers
• Legal Aspects of Sales

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 of all, you are able to promote yourself and your business to hundreds of Chamber members.

If interested in presenting, please complete this form and return to Jenna Ziegler or fax to 715-834-1956 by November 30, 2018.

 

Sponsored by: AMK Cleaning Services LLC, B & B Electric, Inc., B-Framed Galleries, Banbury Place, Inc. and Cigan Properties

This annual event hosted by the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce is open to all members. Come enjoy food and beverages from Chamber member businesses and network with old and new friends! 

The following Chamber members will be providing food and beverages. Check back next week for an updated list.

American Ice
Dessert First
The French Press
General Beer Northwest and Leinenkugel's
Houligan's Steak and Seafood Pub
Infinity Wine & Distillery
Olive Garden
Park Ridge Distributing
Sam's Club
29 Pines 
Westgate Sportsman's Club 
 

Not sure what to give your staff, friends or even relatives this fast-approaching holiday season? The Chamber is here to help you out! Here are just a few reasons to buy Chamber Buy Local Bucks:

• The number one reason is that your dollars are spent locally.
• Chamber bucks can be used at more than 430 Chamber member businesses. You can let the recipient decide what they need the most! Here is a current list.
• Purchasing them is easy - just stop by the Chamber office at 101 N. Farwell Street. There is parking right in front of the building and you will be greeted by our friendly staff!
• For large orders, please call the Chamber office in advance at (715) 834-1204 or complete the form and email/fax it to the Chamber.

The Chamber office hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
 

Friday, December 21, 7 - 8:30 a.m.
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Davies Center - Dakota Ballroom
77 Roosevelt Street
$20 per person for Chamber members

A Chamber Business Advocacy Event

Sponsored by: Advocate Sponsors - Xcel Energy, Miron Construction; Supporter Sponsors - Banbury Place/Cigan Properties and Eau Claire Energy Cooperative. 

Join us for the annual Holiday Legislative Breakfast, hosted by UWEC Chancellor James Schmidt and Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce Board Chair Laura Talley. Invited are the members of the State Senate and Assembly who will represent west central Wisconsin in Madison beginning with the January legislative session, including newly-elected members of the Senate and Assembly. This is an excellent opportunity to get a preview of the key priorities that our local lawmakers will be taking to Madison in January.

Click here to register>>

Thursday, November 29
4-5:30 p.m.
Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce
PESI Conference Room
101 N. Farwell Street
Cost to Attend: $5 

What happens when government policies impact your business? How do you make sure your voice is heard when decisions are made at City Hall, the County Courthouse, Madison or Washington?

Attend this fast-paced, but informative session to get the lowdown on how government really works, what decisions are made at what level, and how to be the most effective when you want to weigh in on an issue that's important to you. This non-partisan program will be led by the Chamber's Governmental Affairs and Workforce Director, Scott Rogers.

To register, click here>>

Presented by the Chamber's Business Advocacy Initiative in partnership with Young Professionals of the Chippewa Valley. The Chamber's Advocacy sponsors include: Advocate - Xcel Energy, Miron Construction; Supporter - Banbury Place/Cigan Properties and Eau Claire Energy Cooperative. 

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: The Florian Gardens Conference Center, Nohre & Company, S.C., CPAs, Northwestern Bank and Spectrum Insurance Group

Admission is $6 at the door for members. Passes may be purchased in advance for $5 each (minimum of four)  Registration is not required for this event.

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