Weekly News & Updates From Your Local Chamber
Upcoming Events
City Hall Holiday Open House
Tuesday, December 17
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Come visit the City Staff and Elected Officials!

Featuring the LHS Chamber Players and Santa! Bring a donation of cash, a toy or non-perishable food item and get a free picture with Santa.
12 Days of Cash-mas

$1,500 in CASH PRIZES AWARDED in 12 days!

Winners are being drawn. Check Facebook for daily winners. If you haven't purchased tickets yet you may still do so. $10 each or 3 for $20. Tickets can be purchased from the Heart of Wisconsin Office.

The 12 Days of Cash-mas Calendar Raffle will kick-off December 13th. Drawings will take place at 3:00 pm each day and the winner will be posted to the Heart of Wisconsin Chamber's Facebook Page. If you win, your ticket goes back into the drawing and you have a chance to win again! Cash-mas prizes are awarded as a Chamber Gift Certificate or Raffle Prize.


Sponsors: Crockett Septic, Nekoosa Court, NextHome Partners, Northward Peddle & Paddle, Local on 1st, Cobblestone Hotel & Suites, Jacoby Custom Cues, VisitWisRapids.com, Fatheads Rapids RV, Venus, Door 212, Enbridge, and Duraclean Specialists
Coffee with the Chamber
December 18

This is your opportunity to network and get together for a morning cup of coffee.

Honorary Guest from Mid-State Technical College

Hear about how Mid-State's WED can assist in developing local workforce and receive a sample of their conflict resolution training.



Visit with Mr. & Mrs. Claus
December 20

Bring the family down to visit with Mr. & Mrs. Claus before they return to the North Pole! This Friday, December 20, from 5:00 pm 6:30 pm. Wrap up your visit with a frosted cookie and/or roasted marshmallow and a stroll through the holiday light display. Cookies Donated by Lori & Friends Catering


Business After Hours
January 13

Join us for an evening of networking with guests, friends, and Heart of Wisconsin Chamber Members.

Hosted by I Heart Art Studios

Business After Hours is open to the public and is a great way to get to know the businesses and people within our community!


Training & Education
2020 Business Education Series
Managing Your Online Presence
January 8

With the ever changing internet landscape and increased competition, learn tips and techniques on how to effectively use your time and resources to manage your online business presence. Platforms discussed will include a website, Google search, Facebook, and LinkedIn. 

no-cost class
Sponsorship Opportunities
Annual Meeting & Awards

The Heart of Wisconsin makes an effort each year to recognize the accomplishments of its members, to thank them for participating in and supporting the Chamber. Nominations are considered for the following awards each year: Business of the Year, Innovative Business of the Year, Entrepreneur/Developer of the Year, Shining Star, Ambassador of the Year, Community Spirit, Chamber Champion and Citizen of the Year.


Do you know an organization, business or individual who should be recognized for their 2019 accomplishments? Nominate them! Click Here for Business of the Year nomination form and Click Here for Citizen of the Year nomination form .
Are you looking to attract talent to your business? Are you seeking new job opportunities? Check out the job postings on the Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce website.

Are you hiring but your job position isn't posted on our website? Click Here to learn how to post your job opening.

 Your local Chamber of Commerce encourages everyone to "Keep Business Flowing" by buying local. By supporting locally owned businesses, we all help preserve the character and spirit of the area by recirculating more money back into the community.

Are your businesses hot deals not listed on this page? Post them now! Member Tip Video  How to post Hot Deals on the Chamber's website
Heart of Wisconsin Staff
Angel Whitehead
President

Krista Coon
Vice President

Kari Schwingle
Engagement Director

Steph Schmid
Director of Marketing

Charlenn Baumgartner
Financial Administrator
Board of Directors
Heather Gygi - Chair
U.S. Bank

Phil Hartley - Vice Chair
Verso Paper Corporation

Alex Hewett - Governance Chair 
Nash Law Group

Jill Steckbauer - Treasurer
Mid-State Technical College

Nate Weidman - Director
NextHome Partners 

Kent Anderson - Director
Boys & Girls Club of the Wisconsin Rapids Area

Janine Malcolm - Director
Mary Kay

Craig Bernstein - Director
Mid-State Technical College

Jill Dillon - Director
Marshfield Clinic

John Pruess - Director
M3 Insurance

Lisa Skibba - Director
Aspirus