March 14, 2024

Chamber Connect Free members can now enjoy special membership benefits at YMCA of the Fox Valley

To reinforce their commitments to a healthier workforce, the YMCA of the Fox Cities and Fox Cities Chamber have collaborated to offer membership benefits to employees of Chamber small business members. Any small business that is a Chamber Connect Free member can sign up for a special corporate membership that allows their employees to receive a discount when joining the YMCA of the Fox Cities. Additionally, the usual joiner fee for new YMCA memberships will be waived.

The Chamber launched its Connect Free membership level in 2022 as a free membership for businesses with five or fewer full-time employees (or equivalent), nonprofits with 10 or fewer employees, and freestanding restaurants in the Fox Cities. Businesses must be located in Outagamie, Calumet or northern Winnebago County.

“We know that small businesses often operate on a limited budget; but the health and wellness of their employees is vital for their company’s success. This collaborative effort makes membership with the YMCA of the Fox Cities more affordable and supports our mission of providing the tools and resources to help small businesses thrive,” said Becky Bartoszek, President and CEO of the Fox Cities Chamber.

Chamber Quick Poll:

Did you know that when you join the Chamber, ALL of your employees are members?

Yes

All your employees are Chamber members when your company joins.

That means they can all:

Sign up to receive Chamber communications like our weekly e-newsletter. Simply fill out this form to be added to our distribution list.
Access Chamber programming and attend our events, including free events like our Morning Mingle and Business After Hours networking, Grow seminar series, and any major events.

Don't forget; March Business After Hours Tonight

Tonight is our March Business After Hours! Join us from 5 - 7 p.m. at Jewelers Mutual, 24 Jewelers Park Dr. in Neenah for food, drinks, networking, and tours of their gem gallery.

We'll also be giving away member gift cards in celebration of our 150th anniversary, so make sure to bring your business cards and participate in our door prize giveaway!

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"Make your Business Market-Centric" at May 1 Grow Seminar

The Chamber is hosting our next Grow Seminar on "Stop Chasing Sales. Instead, Become Market-Centric", on Wednesday, May 1. Join us at Community First Credit Union in Neenah from 8 - 9:30 AM and learn from Jim Harris, Associate Professor of Business Administration – Marketing at St. Norbert College.

Participants will learn why small and medium-sized businesses don’t need to hire an entire marketing department to get results; many times, it’s a matter of discipline and perspective, not specific activities. This talk will bring together best practices and relatable real-world examples to show you how your business can become market-centric.

Attend the upcoming Morning Mingle

Join us on March 19 from 8 - 9:15 AM for our monthly "business before hours" networking opportunity, Morning Mingle! Enjoy coffee and refreshments in a relaxed setting while having the opportunity to meet other chamber members, network, and make new connections.

"The Morning Mingle is a great opportunity to network with other individuals in the business community of the Fox Cities. The Chamber provides a great location and is fully invested in promoting its members through these events!" -Shane Schmidt, Rhyme

Unlock the power of AI at FVTC seminar

We're partnering with the Fox Valley Technical College to host a seminar on “Unlocking the Power of AI: Supercharging Your Performance.” This seminar offers an insightful deep-dive into the world of artificial intelligence. Participants will leave with a newfound comprehension of various AI tools and will be equipped with innovative tactics for leveraging AI in the workplace and daily lives.

Join us on March 26, from 12 - 3 p.m. at the FVTC Bordini Center. Fox Cities Chamber members receive a special rate of $99 when using this registration link.

Exclusive deal to attend Experience Inbound

Experience Inbound is designed for sales, marketing and leadership teams eager to learn more about today’s most effective marketing and sales strategies and tactics. Hear leading experts from around the country share results-driven strategies to grow your business — from SEO and content marketing to lead generation, marketing, AI and more.

Here's an added Chamber member bonus; a $20 off coupon to attend the event: FCC24EI20

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