February 1, 2024

Explore beautiful Ireland with the Chamber

We are excited to announce that the Chamber is hosting a 10-day trip to Ireland, October 6-15, 2024! Participants will discover the beauty of the Emerald Isle with this spectacular tour, filled with rich history and fascinating sites.

The package includes:

International roundtrip flights from Appleton
8 nights’ accommodation on a double occupancy basis
Arrival and departure transfers
Transportation
Entrance fees
Air taxes, fuel surcharges & local applicable taxes
And so much more!

Anyone interested in learning more is invited to register for a no-obligation, informational webinar on Tuesday, February 20 at 12 PM. Webinar attendees will learn specifics of the tour, the destinations, itinerary, and can have their questions answered. Click here to register for the webinar.

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Chamber Quick Poll:

Do you know? How many members did the Chamber have to close out 2023?

999

1,183

1,294

1,339

Previous Poll Results:

Are you a veteran owned business?

No - 83.6%
Yes - 16.4%

February Business After Hours is one week away

Join us on Thursday, February 8 for our February Business After Hours, hosted by OSMS! The event is from 5:30 -7:30 PM at 1205 West American Dr. in Neenah.

The event will feature tours of Orthopedic Surgery Center of the Fox Valley, delicious hors d’ oeuvres, beverages, as well as an opportunity to connect with other local business professionals.

Chamber's Economic Outlook Survey closing Friday

We are still accepting responses for our annual economic outlook survey, but the deadline to take the survey is approaching! Any individual who works in the Fox Cities region – Outagamie, Calumet, and the northern part of Winnebago County – is invited to take the survey, which covers area business trends from 2023 and projections for 2024. Deadline is Friday, February 2, 2024.

The results will be released at the Chamber’s Economic Outlook Luncheon on Tuesday, February 13, at the Hilton Appleton Paper Valley. This annual event features bowtie economist Elliot Eisenberg sharing his micro and macro views of the economy in an engaging and entertaining fashion.

Take the Survey

Connect with your fellow members at Morning Mingle

We’ve reinvigorated our former “Membership Maximizer” program into monthly “Morning Mingles” to give you the opportunity to get to know the Chamber AND other members on a more personal level.

The first session will be held on February 20 from 8 - 9:30 a.m. at the Fox Cities Chamber. Participants will have the opportunity to grab a cup of coffee, meet Chamber staff, and network with other attendees. Register below!

Neenah Joint School District would like your feedback

NJSD superintendent Dr. Mary Pfeiffer is retiring after this school year, and the school district will be hosting focus group meetings to help guide the search for their next superintendent.

One of the focus group sessions is for community leaders and business partners, scheduled on February 7 at 11:00 a.m. at their District Office (410 S. Commercial Street, Neenah). Any Fox Cities business leader is invited to participate in the session, which is being conducted with NJSD superintendent search partner Hazard Young Attea Associates. No pre-registration is required.

Bring your business to the Future Fox Cities Career Expo

Fox Cities businesses can now register for a booth at our Future Fox Cities Career Expo on April 9 – 10!

The annual expo attracts more than 3,000 8th through 12th grade students from around the Fox Cities each year. It provides an excellent opportunity for Fox Cities businesses to connect with the future workforce, have conversations, and help fill their talent pipelines!

Check out the businesses that have already registered to attend here.

Be a part of our economic development magazine!

Work has begun on the 2024 issue of Fox Cities Economic Development, an annual publication we launched in 2023. The Chamber has again partnered with Livability Media on the magazine, which creates engaging campaigns and targeted messaging directed to those searching for our community – including corporate executives, families, job seekers, and site selectors. We invite you to join us in this exclusive talent attraction campaign. It's the perfect way to showcase the Fox Cities as a great place to live, work, and play. Through a multiyear print, digital and web program:

The Fox Cities Region is highlighted on Livability.com, which attracts millions of viewers each year.
Key audiences will receive a custom newsstand-quality print publication and interactive digital magazine, Livability Fox Cities, Wisconsin Economic Development.
Targeted social media campaigns generate interest in our region's greatest amenities.

Our Livability Media representative, Ryan Carney, is currently reaching out to potential advertisers. Or you can contact him at rcarney@livmedia.com or (615) 771-5546.

If you would like to learn more about Livability, click here. To view our current issue, click the link here.

Build your network with Chamber program

Do you want new networking opportunities delivered right to your inbox? Get to know other Chamber members with Network Builder, a free program offered exclusively to members of the Fox Cities Chamber. Once signed up, you'll receive custom email introductions connecting you to other members of Fox Cities Chamber; it’s a great way to make new connections and strengthen relationships in your community.

In 2023, 96.4% of members said they thought their introduction was beneficial. When rating Network Builder, members gave it a 4.48/5; when rating their matches, members gave them a 4.78/5.

"Absolutely wonderful initiative! The meeting was fantastic and we have already found opportunities to help each other and potentially benefit our community."

Want to learn more and sign up for the free program? Check out our webpage here for more information.

Chamber Member News

Family-friendly Valentine’s celebration at the Building for Kids Children’s Museum.

J. J. Keller Center for Market Insights launches 2024 State of Fleet Management Survey.

Faith Technologies awarded Projects of Distinction Gold Award from ABC of Wisconsin.

J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. launches four new onsite healthcare consulting services.

Registration now open for Miracle League of the Fox Valley, Lakeshore, and Chippewa Valley, programs of Goodwill NCW.

Wisconsin Paper Group marks 90 Years of shipping excellence.

Valley Transit raises awareness of the public’s right to safe, affordable and reliable transportation in honor of Transit Equity Day.

Prevea Pediatrics is holding free, virtual newborn care classes.

People Making Headlines

Connie Perry has joined M3 Insurance as the managing director of pharmacy solutions.

The Boldt Company announced two promotions within the organization; Linda Rosati, Vice President of Business Development; Donna Van Dyke, Vice President and Treasurer.

Jewelers Mutual® Group announced its Senior VP of Marketing and Digital, Krystle Craycraft, has been named to Constellation Research’s 2024 AX100.