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| Oshkosh Chamber News Advocacy Economic Development Updates Programs & Services Amplify | | | Leadership Oshkosh March Recap Business Briefs New Members Membership Renewals | | |
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| Member Matters is sponsored by StellarBlue.ai | | |
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| We're thrilled to announce the eagerly awaited dates for three of our most anticipated signature events of the year!
- 117th Annual Meeting & Recognition Program: Join us for an evening of celebration and acknowledgment as we highlight the remarkable achievements within our business community. Mark your calendars for Thursday January 16th, 2025.
- Economic Outlook Breakfast: Get ready to gain valuable insights and strategic perspectives at our highly anticipated Economic Outlook Breakfast! On Tuesday February 11th, 2025, industry expert Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO & Chief Strategist for QI Research, will join us for the first time to discuss current market trends, economic forecasts, and share invaluable strategies to navigate the ever-evolving business landscape. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve!
- Business Expo: Our annual Business Expo is back, bigger, and better than ever. Scheduled for Wednesday March 19th, 2025, this event promises unparalleled networking opportunities! Get ready to connect and collaborate with so many great local businesses at our 2025 Business Expo! Interested in an early bird special or becoming an event sponsor? Please contact Connie Carmical at [email protected]
Make sure to mark your calendars and stay tuned for further details on these exciting events. We can't wait to see you there! | | |
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| APRIL IS NATIONAL VOLUNTEER MONTH! Thank you to all of our fantastic Chamber Ambassadors | | |
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| Join us in celebrating the invaluable contributions of our dedicated team of Chamber volunteer Ambassadors. These passionate advocates serve as the backbone for our Chamber and play a vital role in bolstering the success of all of our numerous Chamber events. From managing registrations to supporting ribbon cuttings and grand opening celebrations, their unwavering assistance ensures the seamless operation of each event. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to these remarkable individuals for making what we do possible!
A special shoutout to: - Matthew Borkovec, Remley Law, S.C.
- Jeremy Burri, Veritas Financial Services
- Katie Cook, J & R Auto Service, Inc.
- Darlene Darrow, First Weber Realtors, Oshkosh
- Tina Fillmore, Cedar Yard Greetings
- Kelsy Hayes, Creative Sign Company Inc
- Barbara Herzog, Oshkosh Area School District
- Jodi Jensema, Discover Oshkosh
- Ann Marie Koleske, Accede, LLC & Hands to Heart LLC
- Patti Langkau, RE/MAX On The Water
- Greg Linse, BQ Services LLC
- Mary Murken, Dimond Bros Insurance
- Justin Schmick, Schmick Agency
- Pam Schubert, Waterstone Mortgage Corporation
- Dianna Stiefvater, Fletcher Chiropractic
- Brian Wendt, FVSBank
- Wendy Wiedmeyer, Celerity Staffing Solutions
Thank you for all you do to support both our chamber and local businesses!
For more information on how to become an ambassador, please contact Connie Carmical at [email protected] or Brianna Gonnering at [email protected]. | | |
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| NOW INTRODUCING CHAMBER CHATTER! | | |
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| The Oshkosh Chamber and NewsTalk 1490 WOSH are very excited to feature a new segment on the WOSH Morning News with Phil Cianciola, called Chamber Chatter!
Tune in at 8:15 AM every 3rd Monday of the Month for a lively segment where we delve into the heart of our Chamber's initiatives. From unveiling details about upcoming signature events to shedding light on our economic and workforce development programs, Leadership Oshkosh, Amplify Oshkosh, and the latest community developments, Chamber Chatter promises to keep you informed throughout the year.
Listen to a recap of our first-ever segment of Chamber Chatter, featuring President/CEO Rob Kleman and Special Events Coordinator Brianna Gonnering, by clicking HERE! | | |
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| OUR SECOND SURVEY IS NOW AVAILABLE! | | |
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2024 INDUSTRIAL & PRODUCTION TRADES SURVEY
The Oshkosh Chamber has partnered with the Eau Claire Chamber and MRA to commission an Industrial & Production Trades study that is exclusively available to our Chamber members. What makes this opportunity different than others you’ve seen? Timely results at a low cost to your business. The Industrial & Production Trades Survey (the second of three available) is $195 for new participants (normally $2,399) or $175 if you participated in the first Benchmark Compensation survey. Results will be released to participants in July 2024.
The survey is only open until April 12th. Once the registration form is completed and payment is received, you will be emailed the link to participate in the 2024 Industrial Production Trades survey. If you are interested in participating or would like more information, please contact Rob Kleman, President & CEO of the Oshkosh Chamber at [email protected].
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| Voters Guide and Reminder for April 2nd Election! | | |
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Elections for the Oshkosh Common Council and the Oshkosh Area School District Board of Education will be held TOMORROW Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Your Oshkosh Chamber has established a Voters Guide with candidate questionnaires that are tailored for the business community. The responses are provided here and are available on the Oshkosh Chamber website under Advocacy > 2024 Spring Elections.
We hope that the candidate responses will help in your decision making process when heading to the polls on Tuesday, April 2. | | | | | | |
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| Governor Evers Signs BTC Modernization Bill into Law | | |
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Gov. Tony Evers has signed Assembly Bill 627 into law as 2023 WI Act 143. The legislation modernizes the state’s Business Development Tax Credit (BTC), changing it from a job-focused incentive to a capital expenditure-focused program. The bill was approved by the Assembly earlier this year and cleared the state Senate on March 12 – the last day of the 2023-24 legislative session.
While the BTC – a performance-based, refundable income tax credit designed to encourage business development – has been used successfully to attract new businesses to Wisconsin, the program had lost considerate value due to the state’s changing economic environment. The outdated law had also put Wisconsin at a competitive disadvantage.
Under previous law, BTC awards were based on job creation, which was extremely challenging amid a growing and likely long-term workforce shortage. One of the biggest challenges currently facing Wisconsin employers is their inability to find enough workers, and they are increasingly turning to automation and other substantial capital expenditures to bridge the labor gap. The new law will make the BTC program more flexible and competitive, by steering primary eligibility for tax awards away from job creation and instead emphasizing capital investment.
Working alongside the Wisconsin Economic Development Association (WEDA), the Oshkosh Chamber played a large part in pushing this bill past the finish line. We are excited to see the opportunity that comes from the modernization of this bill. | | | | |
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| ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATES | | |
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- The Oshkosh Common Council extended the developers agreement for the “Mill on Main” multifamily apartment complex to the Fall of 2024 during their March 26th meeting. The proposed development by T. Wall Enterprises is to include 295 market rate apartments, close to 20,000 square feet of commercial space, underground parking, a club house, and more. T. Wall Enterprises is working through the financial process for the development.
- The Oshkosh Common Council approved a $4 MM TIF for the Froedtert / ThedaCare Micro-Hospital project during their March 26th meeting. The remediation of the contaminated soil of the former Jeld Wen site is the driving factor for the city assistance. The construction for the project has begun and is to include 18 beds, a drive-through pharmacy, and an ER to help better serve the residents living on the East side of HWY 41.
FEBRUARY 2024 UNEMPLOYMENT RATE RISES FOR 1ST MONTH SINCE AUGUST
The unemployment rates for Oshkosh and Winnebago County rose for the first month since August of ‘23 as reported by the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD).
CITY OF OSHKOSH EMPLOYMENT DATA The data indicated that the unemployment rate for February 2024 was 2.7%, an increase from January of 2024 and several points higher than the February 2023 number of 2.0%. There were 33,744 Oshkosh City residents working this year in February vs. 33,730 last year, for a total gain of only 14 workers year over year. The total labor force numbers in February were 34,679 in 2024 versus 34,720 in January of 2024.
WINNEBAGO COUNTY EMPLOYMENT DATA The Winnebago County unemployment rate for February 2024 was 2.8%, higher than the rate from February 2023, 2.1%, and higher than the January 2024 number of 2.3% as well. There were 90,199 Winnebago County residents working this year vs. 90,162 last year, for a net gain of only 37 workers. Winnebago County’s labor force decreased in February from 92,817 in January 2024 to 92,788 in February 2024, a decrease of 29 people.
WISCONSIN and US EMPLOYMENT DATA The Wisconsin February 2024 unemployment rate was 3.3%, the same as February of 2023 but higher than the January 2024 number of 2.8%. In February, there were 3,012,206 statewide residents working this year vs. 2,977,874 last year, for a gain of 14,332 workers. Wisconsin’s unemployment rate is below the national average of 3.9%.
Please contact Colan Treml, Economic Development Director at the Oshkosh Chamber at [email protected] or 920-303-2265, ext. 20 for more information or any questions relating to this data.
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| APRIL PROGRAMS & SERVICES | | |
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| MONDAY, APRIL 1ST | 5:00 PM-7:00 PM | | |
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| THURSDAY, APRIL 18TH | 4:00 PM-6:00 PM Propel Oshkosh YPN April Member Mingle at Becket's | | |
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Senior Talent Track 2024 is intended to connect outgoing local high school seniors that do not have an after-graduation plan with local businesses that have career opportunities for them! Please keep an eye out for more information or contact Shannon Seaman at [email protected] directly with questions. | | | | |
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Amplify IT 2024 | April 9th, 2024
Senior Talent Track | April 24th, 2024
Oshkosh Corporation Bank First Chamber Golf Invitational | May 20th, 2024
Oshkosh Corporation Bank First Chamber Golf Classic | August 19th, 2024
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Amplify IT 2024 will explore the cutting edge world of Artificial Intelligence and dive into its numerous uses throughout a variety of areas. A.I. in manufacturing, cybersecurity, education, and so much more will be discussed by experts in their fields, leaving you with incredible information on one of the most transformative and influential technologies of the last century. We will clarify widespread A.I. myths, how A.I. can enhance jobs, talk through the technology’s most common concerns, and highlight exciting opportunities.
Find out more about our speakers and register today at www.AmplifyOshkosh.com. | | | | | | |
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| Leadership Oshkosh is designed to bring together a diverse group of individuals who share a basic interest in and commitment to the Oshkosh community. Its mission is to inspire and empower people to make a difference in the community.
Leadership participants share these basic characteristics:
- Demonstrated or potential community involvement through volunteering.
- Present or potential leadership role in an organization relative to an individual’s interests or experience.
- Ability and interest to complete the Leadership Oshkosh program and contribute to the future success of the Oshkosh community through professional and personal development.
For more information, contact Trina Woldt at [email protected].
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| Business Expo, Presented by Network Health | | |
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| Nearly 100 exhibitors joined us for our 2024 Business Expo, presented by Network Health.
A HUGE thank you to all the incredible businesses and individuals who participated and made this a very special event! | | |
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| March Business After Hours | | |
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| Over 100 people joined us at Mr Brews Taphouse for our March Business After Hours!
A special shoutout to Fifth Ward Brewing Company providing the drinks and Fox Communities Credit Union for sponsoring Business After Hours, making it FREE for all members.
Registration is now open for April, hosted by The Wit Apartments, click here! | | |
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| Copper Hall Marks 100 Years at Chamber Grand Opening Read More
Oshkosh Corporation Named to Fast Company’s 2024 World’s Most Innovative Companies List Read More
Oshkosh's Paine Art Center one of just six organizations to win a 2024 Governor's Tourism Award Read More:
Excellence in Leadership Invites You to Our Spring 2024 Event, Featuring Speaker Steve Jones Read More
592 Korean BBQ Celebrates Grand Opening April 1st
Main Street, City of Oshkosh Fox River Bridge Update
4th Annual Sunshine Kids Charity Golf Outing Sponsored by BHHS Fox Cities Realty & Water City Realty Read More
“Turning the Tide – 1944” 80-Year Commemoration at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 Read More
LIFT Consulting Presenting Workshop for Sales and Business Development Read More
Road construction season is coming. Here's a look at the planned projects in Winnebago County. Read More
Travel + Leisure lists EAA Aviation Museum among 10 best aviation museums in U.S Read More
Have something you'd like to share in Business Briefs? Contact Ashlynn Schreiner at [email protected]!
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| CHAMBER MEMBERS SAVE WITH... | | |
| | | Oshkosh Chamber Members will receive up to (3) free months of service plus an Oshkosh Chamber Gift Certificate when they sign up for services.
Contact NTD at [email protected] for a custom quote, tailored to your business needs. You can also check them out at www.ntd.net. | | | | |
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A printable, pre-activated prescription savings card for Oshkosh Chamber members. Everyone is eligible to save up to 75% on prescriptions with no paperwork to fill out and no limits on usage. It even covers many pet prescriptions! | | | | | | | Have you gotten your Network Health Insurance quote?
Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce members have access to high-quality health care coverage at an exclusive, cost-effective premium through Network Health.
Contact your health insurance agent or call 800-276-8004 to learn more about the exclusive premium discount through Network Health. | | | | |
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| CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS | | |
| The Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce would like to thank the following members who renewed their memberships. | | |
| 4 IMPRINT ADASHUN JONES ALBAN AQUIRE RESTORATION BAR 430 BAYSHORE DEVELOPMENT BLUE DOOR BOWMAN & CO (AEGIS FINANCIAL) BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS BROWN AND WILLIAMS (DOE HOUSE) CHARLES WILLIAMS LAW OFFICE CHILDRENS HOSPITAL CHRISTINE ANN DOMESTIC ABUSE CLARITY CARE, INC CULLIGAN WATER CONDITIONING CULVER'S OF OSHKOSH CULVERS TRUE BLUE DREAMS DAVID GIRARD (DJ'S INSECT) DAVIS PAINTING & DECORATING DOWLING CONSTRUCTION DRUCKS SUDDEN SERVICE FIFTH WARD BREWING CO G. REINKE & COMPANY GAUTHIER CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS CENTER GRABNER GLASS GROVER ELECTRIC GUNDERSON CLEANERS HARSHBARGER REFORMED BEAUTY HEALTH CARE CREDIT UNION HERRLING CLARK LAW FIRM HOME STATE BANK HORICON BANK JAMES MATHER | | | JIMMY JOHNS KNIGHT BARRY TITLE SERVICES LEGACY PRIVATE TRUST CO LEON'S FROZEN CUSTART OSHKOSH AREA HUMANE SOCIETY OSHKOSH CITY CAB/CABULANCE OSHKOSH TROPHY PARTNER'S INSPECTION LLC PFEFFERLE COMPANIES PHILLIPS TAX & ACCOUNTING PHYSICAL ACHIEVEMENT CENTER PHYSIOTHERAPY (NOVA CARE) PRECISION INSTALLATIONS PROSPERA CREDIT UNION RAYS SANITATION RIVERSIDE ENDODONTICS ROBERT GLUTH RYF HEATING SADOFF IRON & SHEET METAL SCHIEK SPORTS SERV-ICE SILVER STAR SNAP 180 MEDIA SONEX SPARE SPACE SELF STORAGE STAINLESS PIPING SPECIALISTS STATE OF WI (OSH CORRECTIONAL) SUTTNER ACCOUNTING TENNIES JEWELRY THE HANGAR BAR AND GRILL U S BANK VALLEY PEST CONTROL VON BRIESEN & ROPER WENDTS ON THE LAKE WI INSTITUTE OF CPA | | |
