FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 15, 2025 Eau Claire, WI – The Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce has been named as the official Wisconsin State Partner for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s National Civics Bee®, an annual competition that inspires young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. It is a…
Gen Z Job Expectations As Gen Z (~1997-2012) becomes a key part of our workforce, employers in our community need to know and understand what this generation wants from their careers and what might drive them away. Research shows that Gen Z’s expectations are reshaping hiring, retention, and workplace culture. Flexibility is Essential iHire’s 2024…
Back-to-Back Wins: Eau Claire Students Take Top Honors at State Civics Bee June 16th, 2025 For the second year in a row, a student from the Eau Claire Area School District (ECASD) has taken first place at the Wisconsin State Finals of the National Civics Bee. This year’s winner, Leila C. from South…
Keeping Graduates Local: What Students Are Telling Us – and Why it Matters Each year, more than 3,000 students graduate from UW-Eau Claire and Chippewa Valley Technical College. These students represent more than just education achievement – they are the future workforce and community members that drive our region’s long-term economic success. Yet survey data…
We’re excited to recognize Emily Krumenauer of Eau Claire Event District as our Quarter 2 Ambassador of the Quarter! Emily’s positivity, professionalism, and commitment to the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce have truly stood out. Her passion for creating meaningful connections and supporting our business community is evident in all she does. Thank you,…