Networking Opportunities
One of the things the Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce does the best is to facilitate the networking of its investors. Events are created to fit all our investors’ needs. They range in size, duration, time period and theme, but the end result is the same - our investors get to make those important connections that can help them in their business or career.
*Due to local and state health orders and restrictions related to COVID-19, some of the in-person events listed below are subject to change. Please check our calendar of events to stay up-to-date on any changes to date and time and if the event will be offered virtually or in person.
*AM Exchange
A much smaller event than BAH, but it offers attendees an opportunity for speed networking. The event is held quarterly at a Eau Claire Chamber investor location.
Cost – Free to members, not open to non-members
Registration – Required
*Annual Meeting - Eau What a Night
A Chamber signature event, which is held in January, highlights the past year’s accomplishments, sets the tone for the year ahead, and recognizes volunteers and award winners. The evening is complete with a cocktail reception, program and after-party. Held at the Pablo Center at the Confluence, this is a sell-out event! Please check the calendar of events for the date.
Cost - $80.00 for Chamber investors
Registration – Required
*Business After Hours (BAH)
A fun event that offers the opportunity for networking with an average of 180 people. Hors d’oeuvres and beverages are provided and attendees have the opportunity to win door prizes. It is held the 2nd Monday of the month, with the exception of April, May, August, October and December, from 4:30-6:00 p.m. The location of the event varies and is not determined until a month prior to the event so please check the calendar of events for that information. Non-members are invited to attend a maximum of three times.
Cost - $8 for Chamber investors
Members may purchase passes in advance for $7.
Registration – Not Required
*Business at the Airport
Hosted by the Chippewa Valley Chamber Alliance, which consists of the Eau Claire Chamber, Chippewa Falls Area Chamber of Commerce and Greater Menomonie Area Chamber of Commerce, this event held in April celebrates the aviation industry in the Chippewa Valley. Excellent food and great door prizes help to make this event a great networking opportunity. Please check the calendar of events for the date.
Cost - $8.00 for Chamber members from the three chambers of commerce
Registration – Required
*Business at the Gardens
Business at the Gardens offers an opportunity for over 60 exhibitors to expand their markets while networking with other Chamber investors. Held in May, this event features a VIP reception and indoor and outdoor exhibit areas for businesses to showcase their products and services.
Cost - $15 for Chamber investors
Registration - Required
Community Connections - Virtual
An event held to learn more about the Chamber and its programs and activities. A must for new Chamber investors but also informative for anyone who wants to get more involved. The dates and times will vary but the orientations will be held virtually. Please check the calendar of events for the dates.
Cost – Free to Chamber investors, not open to non-members
Registration – Required
Young Professionals of the Chippewa Valley (YPCV)
This group, consisting of approximately 440 young professionals between the ages of 21 and 40, engages and empowers its members by providing networking events featuring business and political leaders to introduce them to important decision-makers within the community and also encouraging YPs to participate in a variety of social events to expand their contact base. For more information regarding YPCV, please contact Casey Schumacher, Young Professionals & Educational Director.
*Due to local and state health orders and restrictions related to COVID-19, some of the in-person events listed below are subject to change. Please check our calendar of events to stay up-to-date on any changes to date and time and if the event will be offered virtually or in person.
*AM Exchange
A much smaller event than BAH, but it offers attendees an opportunity for speed networking. The event is held quarterly at a Eau Claire Chamber investor location.
Cost – Free to members, not open to non-members
Registration – Required
*Annual Meeting - Eau What a Night
A Chamber signature event, which is held in January, highlights the past year’s accomplishments, sets the tone for the year ahead, and recognizes volunteers and award winners. The evening is complete with a cocktail reception, program and after-party. Held at the Pablo Center at the Confluence, this is a sell-out event! Please check the calendar of events for the date.
Cost - $80.00 for Chamber investors
Registration – Required
*Business After Hours (BAH)
A fun event that offers the opportunity for networking with an average of 180 people. Hors d’oeuvres and beverages are provided and attendees have the opportunity to win door prizes. It is held the 2nd Monday of the month, with the exception of April, May, August, October and December, from 4:30-6:00 p.m. The location of the event varies and is not determined until a month prior to the event so please check the calendar of events for that information. Non-members are invited to attend a maximum of three times.
Cost - $8 for Chamber investors
Members may purchase passes in advance for $7.
Registration – Not Required
*Business at the Airport
Hosted by the Chippewa Valley Chamber Alliance, which consists of the Eau Claire Chamber, Chippewa Falls Area Chamber of Commerce and Greater Menomonie Area Chamber of Commerce, this event held in April celebrates the aviation industry in the Chippewa Valley. Excellent food and great door prizes help to make this event a great networking opportunity. Please check the calendar of events for the date.
Cost - $8.00 for Chamber members from the three chambers of commerce
Registration – Required
*Business at the Gardens
Business at the Gardens offers an opportunity for over 60 exhibitors to expand their markets while networking with other Chamber investors. Held in May, this event features a VIP reception and indoor and outdoor exhibit areas for businesses to showcase their products and services.
Cost - $15 for Chamber investors
Registration - Required
Community Connections - Virtual
An event held to learn more about the Chamber and its programs and activities. A must for new Chamber investors but also informative for anyone who wants to get more involved. The dates and times will vary but the orientations will be held virtually. Please check the calendar of events for the dates.
Cost – Free to Chamber investors, not open to non-members
Registration – Required
Young Professionals of the Chippewa Valley (YPCV)
This group, consisting of approximately 440 young professionals between the ages of 21 and 40, engages and empowers its members by providing networking events featuring business and political leaders to introduce them to important decision-makers within the community and also encouraging YPs to participate in a variety of social events to expand their contact base. For more information regarding YPCV, please contact Casey Schumacher, Young Professionals & Educational Director.
