Offices on the Ballot in Spring 2024
Spring elections are coming up on April 2, 2024. The last day to file for candidacy was January 2nd. Here are the local offices that have positions with terms ending in the spring. Eau Claire City Council Eau Claire City council’s Aldermanic districts are up for election this year. Jeremy Gragert and Jill Christopherson have…
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Meet Our Interns The Chamber’s 2024 Interns Leah Brawdy Governmental Affairs Intern UWEC Marshall Nelson Educational Foundation Intern CVTC Hailey Shaske Workforce Intern UWEC McKenna Wetter Business Engagement Intern UWEC Mallory Williams Governmental Affairs Intern UWEC
Read MoreHonoring Our Investors: November Renewals!
Honoring Our Investors: November Renewals! We couldn’t be more thrilled to shout out a massive THANK YOU to all of the investors who renewed their commitment in November. Investors play a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of our initiatives, events, and endeavors here at the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce. The support of…
Read MoreTalking Po!nt Podcast – Season 1, Episode 3: The Importance of Advocating in Madison!
Talking Po!nt Podcast – Season 1, Episode 3: The Importance of Advocating in Madison! Introducing a NEW Chamber production, “Talking Po!nt.” This is another podcast in addition to Business Matters. Throughout this podcast, we will be discussing community and state topics that have a profound impact on our area and how the Chamber plays a role in all of…
Read MoreBusiness Matters Podcast – Season 2, Episode 4: Mentoring with Young Professionals
Business Matters Podcast – Season 2, Episode 4: Mentoring with Young Professionals Season 2 – Episode 4 Welcome to Season Two of Business Matters! Coming to you from the WIN Technology Studio and special thank you to our media sponsor, Royal Credit Union. In this episode, Kaitlyn Molis, the Young Professional Director, and Travis Ida…
Read MoreDecember Eggs & Issues: Holiday Legislative Breakfast
December Eggs & Issues: Holiday Legislative Breakfast December 15, 2023 December’s Eggs & Issues was the popular Holiday Legislative Breakfast. Local state legislators were present December 15th, 7:00 a.m. at CVTC to answer questions about policies impacting the state and Chippewa Valley region. In attendance were Senators Jesse James (R-Altoona, Dist. 23) and Jeff Smith…
Read MoreExploring Entrepreneurship, Community Engagement, and Collaborative Initiatives: A Podcast Discussion with Dave Minor and Dr. David Usher
Exploring Entrepreneurship, Community Engagement, and Collaborative Initiatives: A Podcast Discussion with Dave Minor and Dr. David Usher We’ve got some exciting news from the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce – our very own President and CEO, Dave Minor, recently was invited to sit down for a lively chat on the Dr. Usher Weighs In…
Read MoreSustainability: Not Just for Your Home
“We are the first generation to feel the impact of climate change and the last generation that can do something about it.” – Governor Jay Inslee Sustainable organizations strive to balance the triple bottom line of people, planet, and profit to achieve long-term success and viability. This means that organizations cannot be sustainable without protecting…
Read MoreAmbassador of the Quarter: Katie Behrendt, WNB Financial
Ambassador of the Quarter: Katie Behrendt, WNB Financial Congratulations to Katie Behrendt of WNB Financial for being named Ambassador of the Quarter! Thank you, Katie, for all you do for the Ambassadors, the Chamber, and our community!
Read MoreEau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce Launches National Civics Bee®
Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce Launches National Civics Bee® Eau Claire, Wisconsin – The Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the launch of the 2024 National Civics Bee®, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Organized in partnership with The Civic Trust®…
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