September 21, 2023

2023-2024 Leadership Fox Cities Class Selected

Congratulations to the forty-two area professionals named to the 2023-2024 Leadership Fox Cities program through the Fox Cities Chamber!

Members of the 2023-2024 class include:

Kathy Angst, VF Corporation
Tina Behling, Werner Electric Supply
Kayla Beyersdorf, Family Services NE WI
Sara Broten, Ornua Ingredients
Stephanie Buchanan, Touchmark
Major Cooper, Outagamie County
Jessica Ebertsch, Miron Construction
Kim Esselman, Appleton Housing Authority
Amy Fairchild, City of Neenah
Alicia Frank, United Way Fox Cities
Jon Fredrickson, Oshkosh Corporation
Kari Godsill, Appleton Housing Authority
Kristine Groell, Fox Valley Technical College
Jessica Haessly, Yoga Story
Luke Heimlich, CR Structures Group
Marita Hebert, Community First Credit Union
Molly Huhn, ASP, Inc.
Kathryn Johann, Big Brothers & Big Sisters of East Central WI
Danielle Kolman, Lawrence University
Megan La Fond, Oshkosh Food Co-op
Brandon LaMaide, Brewster Village
Josh Lambrecht, United Way Fox Cities

Holly Magness, Kaukauna Area School District
Jeannie Mahone, United Financial Group
Maddie Mittlestadt, Prevea Health
Tamara Nickasch, Pierce Manufacturing
Matthew Nowak, Wipfli, LLP
Rochelle Oskey, Outagamie County
Terri Perkins, UW-Oshkosh Fox Cities Campus
Emily Pinzl, Herrling Clark Law Firm
Eric Rasmussen, Winnebago County
Kelly Riley, Ascension NE WI – St. Elizabeth
Kari Seefeldt, Bassett Mechanical
Michael Selner, American National Bank Fox Cities
Riley Stever, Network Health Plan
Jennifer Strebig, Community First Credit Union
Tyler Swenson, WBD Inc.
Erich Trepanier, Fireline Sprinkler, LLC
Anne Van, Outagamie County
Chris Van Dyke, Capital Credit Union
Tiffany Woelfel, Amundsen Davis Law
Jenny Ziegler, Lawrence University

Learn more about the 2023-24 Class

Chamber Quick Poll:

If we started a Business Before Hours morning networking event, would you be interested in...

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Previous Poll Results:

Which Business Award does your company most deserve this year?

Community Attraction - 36.6%
Environmental Champion - 18.8%
Collaboration - 15.8%
Business of the Year - 15.8%
FAB (Food & Beverage) - 12.9%

Join PULSE as four local, influential women take the stage to talk about their experiences, challenges, rewards and the surprises they've encountered as women in leadership positions. Men and women alike are invited to join and learn from each other during a morning of learning, growing and inspiration.

The event is being held on October 10 from 8 - 10 a.m. at the Grand Meridian.

Palmer Group Named PULSE Champion of Young Professionals

PULSE Director Jodie Federwitz presents the Champion of Young Professionals certification to Palmer Group Territory Manager, Joe Collard

Palmer Group has been named a PULSE Champion of Young Professionals (YPs) by the Fox Cities Chamber. Palmer Group is a premier employment agency that has been a leading resource in talent and business solutions for over 25 years.

“Young professionals are the future of the workplace,” said Joe Collard, Territory Manager. “I’m extremely excited that our office provides free tools and resources to help them succeed in their careers. Whether it’s resume writing, job search advice, interview tips, or professional development guidance. At Palmer Group, we are committed to helping YPs navigate the often-challenging job market, both in Fox Valley and throughout Wisconsin.”

Read the full news release and learn more about Palmer Group here. To learn more about PULSE Young Professionals and the Champion of Young Professionals Program, click here.

You're Invited! Attend Grow seminar on 'Reviews and Reputation Management'

The Fox Cities Chamber is putting on a Grow Marketing Seminar about “Reviews and Reputation Management” on October 11. Studies show that 93% of consumers read online reviews about a local business before purchasing a product or service. So, how do you stack up against your competitors? Who is monitoring your online reputation and protecting your brand’s online reputation in reviews, social media, and Google? Attend this seminar to learn how to combat negative reviews and turn positive reviews into your best marketing! The event will be held from 8 – 9:30 a.m. at Community First Credit Union, 1575 Dresang Way Neenah.

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Fox Cities Chamber Regional Partnership launches economic development magazine at September Business After Hours

The Fox Cities Chamber Regional Partnership officially launched Fox Cities Economic Development, a new annual magazine produced in partnership with Livability Media, at our Business After Hours at Appleton International Airport on September 14. We thought it fitting to officially launch our new publication there since not only is ATW the cover photo, but they are a great partner of the Chamber and a key driver of economic development in the Fox Cities. Learn more about the magazine and check out the photos from our September Business After Hours using the buttons below.

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Chamber hosting free ChatGPT workshop

The Fox Cities Chamber is hosting an in-person workshop on ChatGPT on November 8 from 8 – 9:30 AM. Werner Electric is our hosting sponsor for the event, which is designed to help those interested in learning how to use ChatGPT to drive content and streamline routine day-to-day tasks. Specific topics include how to obtain ChatGPT, Daily tasks that ChatGPT can help with, How to prompt ChatGPT to obtain desired results, and Limitations and cautionary notes about using ChatGPT. The presenter is Cvetko Georgevich from Stellar Blue. For more information or to register click here.

Additionally, Google is hosting an upcoming virtual event, Boost Your Small Business with Help From Google AI, to cover the basics of Generative AI, how Google uses AI technology responsibly in their tools, and how AI can help small businesses become more efficient. This free webinar will be held on Tuesday, September 26, at 11 AM CST. Register here.

Two Chamber members nominated for Coolest Things Made in Wisconsin

Cast your vote for Fox Cities Chamber members Plexus and AriensCo, who were both nominated as having one of the Coolest Things Made in Wisconsin! This annual competition highlights the state’s vibrant manufacturing industry. Anyone can vote once per day, per device. The first round of voting will end on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at 5:00 p.m., with the Top 16 products moving on to the next round. Vote by clicking on the links below:

Showcase career opportunities and the cool things we manufacture in our state to 6-12th grade students

The Chamber is partnering with Wisconsin Business World to showcase career opportunities and the cool things we manufacture in our state. All manufacturers are invited to participate in this interactive fair on October 4 at Appleton West High School, 7:30 AM – 1 PM. Download the flyer for details.

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UA 400 Pipe Trades and Mechanical Contractors Association Hosted 2023 Apprentice Signing Day

UA 400 Pipe Trades and MCA held its fourth annual Apprentice Signing Day on September 15, 2023, at the UA 400 Training Center to recognize 102 first-time apprentices as they begin their five-year apprenticeships. This year’s event, modeled after the National Signing Day for college athletes, recognized UA 400 first-year apprentices who have secured employment with twenty-eight UA 400 signatory contractors. Read the full news release here.

Chambers members attend Appleton Northside Business Associations annual government meeting for free

Chamber members are invited to attend the ANBA Government Update on city development, airport expansions and overall general information on what is happening in our community. The meeting is on October 3 from 7:30 - 9 a.m. at the Grand Meridian in Appleton. Appleton Mayor, Jake Woodford, County Executive, Thomas Nelson and Grand Chute’s Town Board member, Jeff Ings will be speaking., and a lite breakfast will be provided. RSVP by emailing rthompson@nicoletbank.com