Signature Events

Congratulations to this year's award winners!

The Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce hosted Eau What a Night: The Chamber’s 110th Annual Meeting on Thursday, January 30, 2025. The evening focused on honoring, networking, and engaging with our business community.

The following recipients were recognized at the event:

Glassbrenner – Klinkhammer Spirit Award – Awarded to the person who has demonstrated the highest level of commitment to the Ambassador program.

• Bonnie Krahn – Atmosphere Commercial Interiors

 Outstanding Young Professional of the Chippewa Valley – In appreciation of adhering to the core values of the Young Professionals of the Chippewa Valley.

• Dustin Johnston – Northwestern Mutual

 Young Professional Networker – In appreciation of outstanding engagement, networking, and active participation in YPCV events.

• Taylor Wilkins – Chippewa Valley Home Builders Association

Young Professional Community Involvement Award – In appreciation of exceptional dedication to improving the Chippewa Valley and active involvement in YPCV and community volunteering.

• Jeni Thorpe – Eau Claire Energy Cooperative

Public Employee of the Year – Personal and professional development qualities that contribute to the spirit of progress between the public and private sectors – dedication, concern, productivity, quality of work, and a problem-solving attitude. 

• Kristel Tavare – Chippewa Valley Technical College
• Kimera Way – University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire