Networking Opportunities:
Unlimited networking opportunities exist
for all member employees.
Adult Leadership
Enhance leadership skills and learn more
about the La Crosse area by enrolling yourself or members of your staff in
this program. Please contact Dawn Honken at 608-784-4802 or e-mail
for more information about the 2008-2009 session.
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Annual Meeting & Recognition
Dinner
Usually held the first Monday evening of
March at the La Crosse Center. This event offers members another networking
opportunity. Recognition awards are given out and the evening culminates with
the Chair's Community Service Award.
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Business Expo
The Expo, held in South Hall
A of the La Crosse Center, offers businesses the
opportunity to showcase their company in a relaxed atmosphere, allowing for
great networking and promotional opportunities. The
date for the 2008 Expo is Thursday, October 30, 2008. For more information
about the Business Expo please click here.
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Business Over Breakfast
Monthly breakfast meeting held the fourth Wednesday of each month from 7:30
a.m. to 8:45 a.m. at the Chamber office. BOB is coordinated in cooperation with
four other area organizations. Admission is $5 and includes continental
breakfast and a guest speaker on that month’s featured topic.
Programs run September - November and January - May.
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Cracker Barrel
Monthly breakfast meeting held the second Monday of the month at 7:00 a.m. in
the Radisson. Admission is $5 and includes breakfast buffet and the opportunity
to have a candid discussion with elected officials.
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Diversity Program
Organized through the Intercultural Network
committee, this program holds diversity training sessions throughout the year.
There are seminars and breakfasts held on various topics.
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Education After 4
Monthly sessions for teachers held at area businesses from September through
April. It is a great way for teachers to learn about area businesses and the
skills that businesses are looking for in employees.
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Golf Outing
This event is usually held the last Monday
in August at one of our member courses. It's a great opportunity for members to
enjoy a fun day of golf, dinner and a silent auction. Not to mention another
great chance to network!
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Honor Student Banquet
Held annually in late April or early May to
pay tribute to and honor the achievements of the top 5% of the graduating
seniors from 11 area high schools. Businesses have the opportunity to
participate by sponsoring students for the event.
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New Member Orientation
Held quarterly at the Chamber office. This is an opportunity for new members
to meet Chamber staff, Board and Committee representatives, and learn about the
Chamber and its programs and activities. The next orientation
will be held on April 24, at 4:00 - 5:15 p.m.
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Oktoberfest in the Capitol
This biannual event is held in
cooperation with other area organizations. Participants travel to
Madison to help our region to become a more powerful voice in Madison. Next
event will be held September/October 2007. Join us to get our message across!
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Operation Thank You
An opportunity in January for members to
volunteer to deliver our annual Membership Directory to the membership and say
"thank you."
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Seminars
Throughout the year, the Chamber will
coordinate a number of learning opportunities for members to attend. These will
be developed from topics in which the membership expressed an interest.
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Strictly Business After Five
Monthly networking opportunities (for members only) held the third Monday of
each month from 5:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at sponsoring businesses. Admission fee
is $5 and a business card. There are complimentary hors d’oeuvres and door
prizes. Members also have the opportunity to host this event.
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