August 10, 2023

New this year: Be an Octoberfest Champion!

You can be a VIP at the Fox Valley’s largest outdoor festival! We are offering a unique opportunity for businesses (or individuals) to join our special affinity group and become an Octoberfest Champion. As an Octoberfest Champion you receive

Special promotion: A news release announcing your company as a Champion; recognition in Fox Cities Week newsletter and Chamber web site, and social media posts before and after the event (Champion announcements will be made weekly).
VIP Perks at the event: A group photo taken at Octoberfest and an 8x10 print, 2 wristbands and drink tickets (must be at least 21), 2 plastic Octoberfest steins, 2 VIP lanyards, and the opportunity to take part in the 9 AM traditional Spaaten toast to kick off Octoberfest.
Co-branding: Send us your logo and we’ll create a joint graphic with Octoberfest for you to use and show you are a champion and supporter.

Be proud and help champion this major community event that not only helps our economy but benefits nonprofits in the Fox Valley.

Become an Octoberfest Champion

Grow with Google Grapevine:

To stand out from your competition online, your small business needs to think about digital marketing. In this Grow with Google video, Keisha Mabry Haymore, a Grow with Google Digital Coach, walks you through how to create a digital marketing plan. By considering your brand identity, your business goals, and most importantly your audience, you’ll learn how to publish content, utilize email marketing, and create a Google business profile in support of your business.

Learn more about how to create a digital marketing plan for your business:

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Thank you for discovering Calumet County with us!

We had an incredible afternoon with everyone who came out to discover more about Calumet County! The event was filled with good food, fun activities and learning opportunities, and some great music to end the night.

Check out the photos

Chamber Ambassador Spotlight: Jamie Harvey

Jamie works in Business Development at SERVPRO. As an ambassador, Jamie attends ribbon cuttings, after hours, ground breaking, golf outings, expos and more. On days where she doesn’t have events, she is covering her territory, stopping at insurance agents offices, and maintaining relationships.

What do you most enjoy about working in the Fox Cities?

This community as it gets larger, still maintains our small town feel. Everyone knows you or someone you know. This is a great area to live, work, play and do business. To plan a getaway, the Northwoods just a short drive. As an ambassador it is very exciting to help celebrate a new business opening or an existing business celebrate milestones.

How do you help make the member experience an impactful experience at the Fox Cities Chamber?

I get excited when I check the calendar and see all of the events that are planned for the month. I enjoy being a resource for new members who may not know anyone at an event or are new to the area and I can introduce myself and them to other members.

Do you have any advice for someone considering joining the Fox Cities Chamber?

It is so worth it to join, meet people, grow your business and take advantage of all of the benefits the chamber has to offer you. You will see results!

Learn more about Jamie and read her full spotlight here. If you are a Chamber Ambassador and would like to be featured in a monthly spotlight, contact Jim Wickersham for more information.

Join us for the Octoberfest Golf Outing on September 11!

Nominations are open for our Business Awards and Lifetime Achievement Awards

We've expanded the Business Awards into something bigger and better; The Connection is a half-day event on November 2 focused on learning, celebrating, and networking. The awards being presented at The Connection are:

Business of the Year (Large & Small) Award
Environmental Champion Award
Community Attraction (Non-Event) Award
FAB (Food and Beverage) Award
Collaboration Award
Employee Friendly Workplace of the Year Award
Champion of Young Professionals of the Year Award

On January 18th we will celebrate the Fox Cities Chamber's Lifetime Achievement awards, which recognize the exceptional leaders in our community. These awards are:

Nominees do not need to be a Chamber member, with the exception of the Athena award. To be eligible, an organization must be within our footprint, and an individual must be employed by or retired from an organization in our footprint. Learn more about the awards and nominate a company or individual using the buttons below or by clicking above on your desired award.

Business Awards

Lifetime Achievement Awards

Learn about your Chamber member benefits on August 15

Network with other members and gain greater insight into the benefits your Chamber membership brings on August 15 from 7:30 - 9 AM! This is a free event included in the value of your membership. Register here.

Our Membership Maximizer program is a great way to meet other members, share ideas, PLUS learn how to get the most value from your Chamber membership. Whether you’re a new or seasoned member, everyone learns something new!

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Commercial Concerns - U.S. commercial property prices have been steadily falling since 22Q4, with the overall decline averaging a reasonably hefty 2.6%/quarter. Office space is the worst performer, dropping a painful 6%/ quarter. Retail has done relatively well, declining by about 1.7%. Industrial and residential properties are in the middle and have declined by about 2.5% and 3%, respectively (source: National Council of Real Estate Investment Fiduciaries).

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NEW Digital Alliance Tech Summit to focus on Generative AI

The NEW Digital Alliance Tech Summit 2023 will be held on August 22 from 1-5 p.m. at the Best Western Premier Bridgewood Resort Hotel in Neenah. The free event will feature interactive dialogue with industry leaders from Gartner, Microsoft, TEKsystems and Google. Register here.

Chamber Member News

Tundraland Home Improvements gives back and helps Stevens Point art students express creativity with window art

People Making Headlines

Hoffman Planning, Design & Construction, Inc. is pleased to announce Kelly Kozak and Henry Hundt have been promoted to leadership roles within the organization.