October 13, 2022

The Boldt Company Becomes Gold-Certified Employee Friendly Workplace

We’re excited to announce that The Boldt Company is the latest Fox Cities company to become certified as an Employee Friendly Workplace by the Chamber. Boldt was certified at the Gold level, which recognizes employers who go above and beyond, offering benefits and policies that promote work/life integration and strive to meet the diverse needs of employees. For Boldt this includes:

Generous leave benefits including vacation, sick, holidays and volunteer time off
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability benefits
Flexible work options including hybrid work
Competitive health benefits with a generous employer HSA contribution for eligible employees
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) to assist employees in saving for retirement
Robust wellness program with onsite health coach, EAP benefits, financial wellness sessions and one-on-one coaching, and a suicide awareness and prevention program
Learning and education assistance program, formal mentoring program, and internal training and development opportunities

Congratulations Boldt! Read the full news release here.

Chamber Quick Poll

Who do you plan to vote for on Nov. 8th in the Wisconsin US Senate race?

Ron Johnson

Mandela Barnes

Last Week's Quick Poll Results

On Nov. 8, who do you plan to vote for in the Wisconsin Governor race?

Tony Evers - 60.7%
Tim Michels - 39.3%

Key Wisconsin Election Dates

Oct. 19: Last day to register online, by mail

Nov. 3: Last day to request absentee ballot

Nov. 4: Last day to register in person

Nov. 8: Election Day

For details on the upcoming election, visit MyVote Wisconsin

Lifetime Achievement Awards now open for nominations

Do you know a business or community leader who has achieved high levels of professional excellence, demonstrated personal and business success, made outstanding contributions to our community, or has mentored others in professional development? Nominate them for one of our prestigious Lifetime Achievement Awards:

The ATHENA Leadership Award®
The Fox Cities Business Leader Hall of Fame
The Gus A. Zuehlke Distinguished Service Award
The Joyce Bytof Exceptional Mentor Award

We will be honoring the winners at our Celebrate event in January. Nominate someone and learn more here.

Fox Cities Days comes to an end

We wrapped up Fox Cities Days last Friday at Concordia University! We had multiple businesses participate in the campus recruitment event, including ThedaCare pictured on the right, to showcase their organization and the Fox Cities.

Dale Carnegie Training continues to be a beneficial resource for YPs

Our PULSE member exclusive Dale Carnegie Training is proving to be an excellent tool for young professionals in the Fox Cities. It was a great opportunity for the YPs to enhance their public speaking skills and make solid, meaningful connections with those they were speaking to.

'Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin' is down to the Final 4

Two of the four finalists competing for 'Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin' are Chamber members! Voting opened today and will close on the 19th. Support your fellow Chamber members and vote here.

Pierce Manufacturing, Inc.
Plexus Corp

What we're reading

Consumer inflation expected to have run hot in September, boosted by rent

New cars are finally back in stock — but Americans might not be able to afford them

US job growth slows again in September with just 263,000 positions added

Chamber Member News

Valley VNA Senior Care breaks ground on expansion project to add space and renovate current areas, enhancing residents’ safety and quality of life.

In November, the Building for Kids Children’s Museum will celebrate its 30th birthday and the millions of kids and their grown-ups who have been impacted over the decades.

Tundraland Home Improvements is accepting applications for Mile of Music Scholarship.

People Making Headlines

McMahon has hired Tori Nider as a plan room employee and Paul Boening as a public management specialist.

Prevea Health is pleased to welcome Rory Fry, MD, and Hannah Tumilty, MD, board-certified family medicine physicians, to care for patients at its newest health center in Grand Chute.