First Edition, September 2022
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Great Golf, Great Food, Great Networking
We had a fabulous time at Muskego Lakes Country Club during the Muskego Chamber's Golfin' on the Green and Partyin' on the Patio. Thank you to all who participated and sponsored this event.
Happening Around Town
2022 CONNECT Academy's Partnership Award

On September 9, Muskego High School's Connect Academy honored the 2022 recipients for the CONNECT Academy's Partnership Award. This is awarded to business partners that have worked with CONNECT Academy for three consecutive years or who have supported five or more work based learning students in one year.
This years award winners were: 
  • Muskego Area Chamber of Commerce
  • Muskego Health & Wellness Center
  • WCS Industries
  • Vintage Grounds Coffeehouse
  • Johnny's Petroleum Products
  • Innovative Health and Fitness LLC
  • Stonefire Pizza Company
  • Noodles & Company
  • Marcus Theaters
  • Taco Bell
  • Culver's Restaurants
  • Target
  • Kohls
  • The Lodge Muskego
Each fall our Chamber Ambassador Team holds a membership drive. As we promote the Chamber and recruit new members, it is always a great moment to review membership benefits. If you know someone who is considering joining the Muskego Chamber, feel free to share these links. And, take a look to ensure you are using your benefits to their fullest potential!

Fall In Wisconsin
Visit Travel Wisconsin for the Fall Color Report
and to find fun autumn activities across our state!
News You Can Use from the Business World
Wisconsin Economic Development Launches the Talent Attraction and Retention Marketing Cooperative Initiative
WEDC’s Talent Attraction & Retention Marketing Cooperative Initiative aims to help eligible participants statewide by magnifying the impact of their own marketing investments to help solve workforce challenges. For eligible partners, WEDC will provide dollar-for-dollar matching funds to support talent attraction retention marketing. This can include advertising, as well as such activities as such as market research, audience targeting, and development of creative materials. Participation is limited to eligible entities. Specific projects must be approved in advance (using the supplied application form) in advance, and only preapproved expenses are eligible for reimbursement. Eligible expenses are reimbursed only after proof of advertising placement or other expenditure is provided. Total funds are limited to $650,000 and will be reserved for projects in the order they are approved. Download an Application or Read More

How to Get A Small Business Grant
Business owners will tell you that one of the most important factors in a successful business is access to capital. Unfortunately, many business owners find it difficult to get the business financing they need from banks and other traditional lending sources. This leaves many small businesses with no choice but to seek out government grants from federal agencies or state and local governments to get the extra money they need to grow new or existing businesses. In this article, we’ll give you tips on how to get grants for a small business. Read More

WI Department of Revenue Revises Its Temporary Events Program
Does your organization or business organize temporary events (fundraisers, charity events, community events, vendor/craft fair events)? You might want to read up on the updated program. Read More

The S in HTTPS: What It Is and Why You Should Care
Article by Chamber Member AIR Technologies
If you've never thought about how safe your information is while browsing the web, then it's time to start thinking about it. One of the best ways to ensure your safety is by visiting sites that use HTTPS, a protocol that helps keep your data secure when you're online. In this blog post, we'll discuss what HTTPS is, why it's important, and how to make sure that the sites you're browsing have it enabled. Read More

WI Department of Revenue September 2022 Monthly Economic Update
This monthly publication highlights Wisconsin and U.S. economic updates, including employment, income, housing, and inflation. Find the report online: Monthly Economic Update (wi.gov)
Getting to Know Your Chamber
Each month we feature Chamber businesses on our Business Spotlight Page.
We encourage you to visit the page and read about each business.
August featured businesses are:
Welcome New Members
Marketing Opportunity for Muskego Chamber's
2023 Community Guide, Map, & Business Directory
Dear Chamber Member, 

The Muskego Area Chamber of Commerce partners with Chamber member Town Square Publications to produce our 2023 Community Resource Guide & Business Directory. Each year we distribute over 4,000 printed editions that help market your business directly to area business owners, residents, and visitors through targeted distribution. This is a remarkable, highly visible, advertising tool that businesses and residents use as a community reference. 

Expand Online Visibility
The Community Guide & Business Directory are replicated online via the Chamber’s website and Town Square’s National Profile Network. This online presence further extends your advertising message, increases search engine optimization, and improves your ROI. Your advertisement can be viewed digitally on smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktops at muskego.org. Your ads are linked to your business website, allowing potential customers immediate access to business information and services. 

Contact Us Today
Since 2017, Town Square Sales Representative Eric Zitron has worked with our Chamber members to promote their businesses and organizations in the Community Resource Guide & Business Directory. Eric is an exceptional sales rep, friend, and member of our Chamber. Contact him at (414) 242-6117 or [email protected]. You may also complete the below form and email or fax it to (800) 621-0256. Use this effective publication to promote your business to other business owners and residents in the Muskego, Big Bend, Town of Norway, and Wind Lake communities. Connect with Eric today to purchase your advertisement space. 

Bringing you tools for success, 
Krisann Durnford Executive Director 
Interested in advertising or renewing your business ad for the 2023 Guide?
 
or
Contact Eric 414-242-6117; [email protected]
Join in the fun and cast your vote for the Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin Contest.
The Top 16 Products from this round will compete in head-to-head matchups on Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce tournament-style bracket: Manufacturing Madness. You can vote once every 24 hours. Take a look at the nominations and cast your vote! Notice: We have two Muskego businesses in the nominations: Tremar Corporation (Marvoloc product) and Jackson's Food Company (Sweet Potato Chips).
The month of September is recognized as Chamber of Commerce Month. Over 260 local chambers of commerce offer their members core services across the state ranging from villages to towns to cities. Each chamber plays an integral role in our state and their efforts should be recognized whether they focus on advocacy, tourism, economic development, entrepreneurship, young professionals, workforce development, or organizing community events. #WIChamberMonth
Upcoming Chamber Events
Visit our Committees Page on the Chamber Website and meet our volunteers. Interested in participating in one of these committees? Contact Krisann at [email protected].
2022 Partner Sponsors
We appreciate our partner sponsors who support and promote the Chamber's mission throughout the entire year. Click on the logo to view a business website.