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Our members stay very busy, and often have exciting news to share! Here are a few pieces of member news from the past few months highlighting local business growth and accomplishments. If your business has something to share, send your press release to erin@chippewachamber.org to be placed in next quarter’s newsletter: Citizens State Bank promoted Morgan Zerbian to the role of Consumer Lender at the Chippewa Branch. Dove Healthcare - Regional Vent Center has been designated as placing among the elite 16% that earned “High-Performing” status by U.S. News & World Report. This designation awards the care center with a U.S. News Best Nursing Home badge for 2022-2023. Fries Financial is pleased to announce that Tim Fries earned a place on the Raymond James Chairman Council for 2022. The Chairman’s Council includes the top 100 financial advisors based on personal production during fiscal year 2022. WNB Financial is pleased to announce that Katie Behrendt has joined the Bank as a Mortgage Loan Officer in Altoona, WI.

Marshfield Clinic Health System announced that Susan Turney, MD, MS, FACP, FACMPE, is stepping down as CEO in September 2023. Junior Achievement of Wisconsin, Northwest Wisconsin is pleased to announce new board member, Lisa Yohnk from WIN Technology, LLC. Lake Wissota Golf & Events announces new General Manager, Lindsay Teason. Royal Credit Union announces Shane Dutton and Linda Kampa, as Royal’s 2022 Positive Impact Award winners.

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Each quarter, we highlight a few industries our Chamber represents. Here is Quarter 4’s member snapshot:

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Prevail Bank is happy to announce that through Prevail Bank’s Charitable Contribution program, $10,000 was pledged to The Children’s Museum of Eau Claire to support its construction project. They are also excited to share that $17,250 was donated and split between nine local nonprofits this holiday season as a result of their bank-wide Holiday Matching campaign. Country/Rock Fest was announced as the location for the Wisconsin Farm Technology Days 2024 event by the planning committee. Close Farms will be the host farm for the event. Bakery Bohemian Ovens Bakery & Restaurant Bridge Street Brew Dessert First Josef’s Cheesecake Cupcakes Banquet Facilities Dixon’s Apple Orchard and Wedding Venue Fest Valley Events

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We are excited to welcome two new board members to the Chippewa Falls Chamber Board. Plus, the Chippewa Rally Valley is back for the 29th year and other Chamber information: Karin Schuler is the Human Resources Manager for Premium Waters in Chippewa Falls, where she has worked for over 23 years. Karin holds her PHR and SHRM-CP certifications, and is currently enrolled in the Human Resources program at CVTC. She has an Advanced Safety Certificate from the National Safety Council, and is also an IBWA (bottled water) Certified Plant Operator. Karin planned the Pure Water Days Parade between 2002 and 2012, and was the recipient of the 2012 United Way Keystone Award. She currently volunteers with the Chippewa Falls Optimist Club and Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church. Karin enjoys spending her free time with her husband Bill and daughter Holly, especially cheering for Holly at her sporting events. She also likes vegetable gardening, canning, wine-making and crocheting gifts for family and friends. John Monarski was born and raised in Chippewa Falls. He retired in 2013 after over 35 years in sales management, marketing, and sales with Your Family Shopper, Sentry Broadcasting (Z-100 Radio), The Chippewa Herald Telegram, and The Eau Claire Press Company (The Leader Telegram). John earned an Associate Degree in Marketing from CVTC in 1973. For the last six years, he has served as City of Chippewa Falls Common Council Alder-person for the First District and serves on several committees with this role. John is also a parttime courier for L&M Mail Couriers. John and his wife Judie have been married for the past 50 years, and have three grown children and four grandchildren. He is looking forward to participating on the Chamber Board this year!

As their terms come to an end, we would like to say, “Thank you!” to the outgoing board members, Kirk Boettcher, Mark Broses, and Mayor Greg Hoffman for their dedicated service on the Chamber Board.

The Chippewa Valley Rally is an opportunity to bring the collective voice of the Chippewa Valley Business community to Madison at one time. Join fellow community members to address local issues. Learn more and register at eauclairechamber.org.

Redeeming Chamber Buck$

If you gifted or received Chamber Buck$ this holiday season, you may be wondering how to redeem them. We are here to share that it is easy to redeem your Buck$:

Check out our website to find where you can spend your Buck$. Use your Buck$ at the business of your choice! Enjoy your new purchase!

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