Greetings from the Chippewa Valley! This year, at the 18th Annual Chippewa Valley Rally, we look to strengthen relationships with state legislators and administration officials that will prove to be beneficial to both the Chippewa Valley and the State of Wisconsin. The Chippewa Valley Chamber Alliance is made up of the three chambers within the Chippewa Valley: Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire and Menomonie. The Chamber Alliance’s 2,200 members, representing 55,000 employees, contribute significantly to the employment and tax base in Wisconsin. Western Wisconsin is one of the fastest growing regions in Wisconsin. With more than one million additional residents expected in the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area in the next twenty-five years, the Chippewa Valley is expecting continued growth and is poised for extensive economic development with much to offer business and residents including:
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the United States. A track record as being among the safest places to live in the United States. Continually recognized as one of the best places to raise a family in the United States, as reported by Business Week Magazine. The region is home to world class health care. The Chippewa Valley is also home to top quality higher education with a history of collaboration with area universities and technical colleges.
We look forward to sharing the Chippewa Valley’s story with you again this year! The Chamber Alliance is comprised of the three chambers of commerce in the Chippewa Valley— Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire, Menomonie. The mission of the Alliance is to create a stronger business voice in the Valley by having three chambers align on areas of mutual interest.
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