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JUNE 2024

IN THIS ISSUE

Oshkosh Chamber News

Advocacy

Economic Development Updates

Programs & Services

Waterfest

Amplify

Leadership Oshkosh

Business Briefs

New Members 

Membership Renewals

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Member Matters is sponsored by StellarBlue.ai

CHAMBER NEWS

Oshkosh Chamber Receives OASD Corporate 

Friend of Education Award

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The OASD presented the Corporate Friend of Education Award to the Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce in recognition of their exceptional efforts to bridge the gap between local businesses and public education. The Oshkosh Chamber has reinvigorated connections between local businesses and public schools through initiatives like the adopt-a-school program, 8th Grade Career Expo, Senior Talent Track, Youth Leadership Oshkosh, and career readiness activities. Their efforts strengthen community-school partnerships while enriching students' academic experiences and future prospects.


"The Oshkosh Chamber is honored to receive the OASD Corporate Friend of Education Award. We are deeply committed to fostering strong ties between our local businesses and schools, ensuring our students have the resources and opportunities they need to thrive," said Rob Kleman, President & CEO of the Oshkosh Chamber. "We value our partnership with the OASD and understand that partnering with our local schools is not just an investment in education, but

an investment in the future of our community."


Read more here

Nominations are now open for our Board of Directors

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EMAIL ROB KLEMAN
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Presenting Sponsors:

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Pregame Beverage Sponsor • Luncheon Sponsor • Reception Sponsor

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Hole Sponsors:

  • Oshkosh Marine Supply
  • The Taqueria
  • Network Health
  • Bank First
  • Oshkosh Corporation
  • Muza Sheet Metal
  • Pepsico
  • WT Financial Services
  • Merchants' Choice Card Services LLC
  • Oshkosh YMCA
  • Aquire Restoration, Inc.
  • Schmick Agency
  • Horicon Bank
  • Bar 430/Peabody's
  • Valley Express
  • Oshkosh YMCA
  • Associated Bank
  • Clubhouse Indoor Golf & Sports Bar

New Benefit for Chamber Members

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The Oshkosh Chamber is happy to announce a new perk for our members, courtesy of our partnership with Cultivate Advisors. Cultivate Advisors is renowned for empowering business owners to enhance their company's value and achieve new heights of success. As a chamber member, you are able to access a complimentary Business Growth Assessment through Cultivate – a session valued at $2,500.


This exclusive session will provide:

  • A comprehensive evaluation of your business's operational health and its current market value.
  • Strategic insights on amplifying your business's worth and growth trajectory.
  • A tailored 5-year roadmap to navigate your business ambitions and objectives, no matter what stage you're in.


Please contact Cody Muenster, Partner & Senior Business Advisor, at cody@cultivateadvisors.com with the subject “Complimentary Business Growth Assessment from Oshkosh Chamber” with any questions or to schedule your coaching session.

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Get to know other people at the Oshkosh Chamber with our newest networking opportunity, Oshkosh Chamber Network Builder, presented by Elsewhere Market & Coffee House + Rise & Grind!


You can learn more by visiting our website.

ADVOCACY

Request for Delay of Noncompete Rule Implementation


The Oshkosh Chamber joined a coalition letter of national and state business associations asking the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to delay implementation of the noncompete rule.


Under the FTC rule, new noncompete agreements would be banned for all workers and existing noncompete agreements would be unenforceable, unless the employee is a senior executive. The final rule will be effective on September 4, 2024.


As the letter states, due to a lack of Commission guidance on key parts of the rule, there has been significant uncertainty for employers and employees. The letter also highlights that, “companies are incurring substantial legal costs as they explore other tools to attempt to protect their investments, and workers are losing training opportunities and bargaining power to negotiate compensation.”


Click here to read the full letter.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATES

  • The proposed project by Commonwealth Development Company, “The Corridor”, received its WHEDA tax credits earlier in May. The project is to have 2, 8-unit townhome buildings and a 39-unit mid-rise mixed-use building on the 600 blocks of Jefferson Street and N. Main Street. The project is now set to begin construction before the end of 2024.


  • The Downtown Visualization Plan was released to the public during the May 28th Common Council meeting. The Visualization Plan is a redevelopment ‘guide’ that helps point to specific areas in the community that have an opportunity for future redevelopment or updates. The guide is meant to help showcase in a visual manner what an area could look like if redevelopment is to occur. The City of Oshkosh, the Oshkosh Chamber, the Community Foundation, Greater Oshkosh Economic Development, Discover Oshkosh, and the Downtown Oshkosh BID all played a large part in funding this plan.


APRIL 2024 UNEMPLOYMENT RATE DROPS


The unemployment rates for Oshkosh and Winnebago County dropped as reported by the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD). 


CITY OF OSHKOSH EMPLOYMENT DATA

The data indicated that the unemployment rate for April 2024 was 2.7%, 3 points lower from March of 2024 but several points higher than April 2023. There were 33,761 Oshkosh City residents working this year in April vs. 33,578 last year, for a total gain of 183 workers year over year. The total labor force numbers in April were 34,715 in 2024 versus 34,385 in April of 2023. 

 

WINNEBAGO COUNTY EMPLOYMENT DATA

The Winnebago County unemployment rate for April 2024 was 2.6%, higher than the rate from April 2023, 2.2%, but lower than the March 2024 number of 3.0%. There were 90,244 Winnebago County residents working this year vs. 89,755 last year, for a net gain of 489 workers. Winnebago County’s labor force numbers in April were 92,688 in 2024 versus 91,752 in April of 2023.


WISCONSIN and US EMPLOYMENT DATA

The Wisconsin April 2024 unemployment rate was 3.0%, higher than April of 2023 but lower than the March 2024 number of 3.5%. In April, there were 3,035,767 statewide residents working this year vs. 3,028,678 last year, for a gain of 9,089 workers. Wisconsin’s unemployment rate is still below the national average of 3.9%.


Please contact Colan Treml, Economic Development Director at the Oshkosh Chamber at colan@oshkoshchamber.com or 920-303-2265, ext. 20 for more information or any questions relating to this data. 


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MAY PROGRAMS & SERVICES

TUESDAY, JUNE 4TH | 7:30 AM-9:00 AM

Propel Oshkosh YPN Leadership Breakfast at Day by Day Warming Shelter

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MONDAY, JUNE 10TH | 4:00 PM-6:00 PM

Propel Oshkosh YPN June Member Mingle at The Hangar

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Oshkosh Corporation Bank First Chamber Golf Classic | August 19th, 2024


CHAMBER CALENDAR
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Registrations are now open for the Oshkosh Corporation-Bank First Chamber Golf Classic at the Lake Breeze Golf Course on August 19th!


We are also requesting donations and sponsorships for this event! Examples of donations include gift baskets, new items, or monetary donations. We greatly appreciate your support of the Oshkosh Chamber. 


Please contact Brianna Gonnering at brianna@oshkoshchamber.com to get signed up for registrations, sponsorships, and donations or you can click HERE!

WATERFEST CONCERT SERIES

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GET TICKETS HERE

AMPLIFY

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The Wave Robotics team 2826 is part of the FIRST Robotics Competition program with thousands of teams worldwide.  Every year on the first Saturday in January, FIRST releases the new competition field for the season.  From that point on, the students have 7 weeks to design a 125 pound robot using CAD, make prototypes, manufacture all parts, assemble, and computer program it for both autonomous and human run controlling. Since 2008, the Wave Robotics Team has provided STEM opportunities to students through the FIRST Robotics program and has impacted thousands since it’s inception.  


Come and join us as the Wave Team shares their process and experience at the World Championships. Only $10 for this Ideas Amplified event – Register today!

REGISTER HERE

LEADERSHIP OSHKOSH

Congratulations to the Leadership Oshkosh 

Class of 2024!

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Forty-one students graduated on May 23rd from the Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program. The ceremony was held at The Waters. During the program, participants served as adjunct members on a variety of different nonprofit boards throughout the community as well as leading a Trivia Night event raising $21,005.26 to benefit Damascus Road Project, Inc. 


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BUSINESS BRIEFS

Empowering Families in Oshkosh: Express Laundry Center and LaundryCares Foundation Host Free Laundry and Literacy Day

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B-17 Aluminum Overcast now on public display at EAA Aviation Museum’s Eagle Hangar

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Fox Communities Credit Union Announces Joedy Thompson as Vice President of Business Intelligence 

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Lakeside Packaging Plus Celebrates the Grand Opening of New Youth Space

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Heroes and historic military aircraft have their stories shared at Warbirds in Review during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024

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WisDOT Construction Information Meeting Notice: I-41 Rehab (Lake Butte des Morts)

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26th annual 96.5 WKLH Miracle Marathon raises more than $1,024,000 for Children’s Wisconsin

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Have something you'd like to share in Business Briefs? Contact Ashlynn Schreiner at ashlynn@oshkoshchamber.com!


NEW MEMBERS

Lake Aire Rentals LLC

N8751 Lakeshore Drive, Fond du Lac

(920) 238-9352

www.facebook.com/p/Lake-Aire-Rentals-LLC


Oshkosh Express Laundry Center

1571 W. South Park Avenue, Oshkosh

(920) 230-6762

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Reworld Waste

201 Tower Road, Winneconne

(920) 582-7596

www.reworldwaste.com


Greene's Westhaven LLC

1400 S Westhaven Dr, Oshkosh

(920) 475-7430

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CHAMBER MEMBERS SAVE WITH...

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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 inquiry@ntdcorp.com 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!

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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.

CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS

The Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce would like to thank the following members who renewed their memberships.

5G BENEFITS

AGROMATIC

ALGOMA FINANCIAL GROUP

ANN MARIE UNLIMITED, INC.

AREA WATER PROOFING

AT&T

BADGER MILL SUPPLY CORP

BEE HIVE BARN & GRILL

BEHNKE FINANCIAL GROUP

BIG APPLE BAGEL

BLENDED WAXES, INC

CAPITAL CREDIT UNION

CITY OF OSHKOSH

CLIFTON LARSON ALLEN

COZUMEL

CR STRUCTURES

GARDINA/RUBY OWL

HARTERS FOX VALLEY DISPOSAL

HIRSCHBERG LAW

HSL 17 (ASPIRE SR LIVING)

JEFFS ON RUGBY

KENLEY STEINERT

KILIAN (MCDONALDS RESTAURANTS)

KRUMENAUER COMPANY

KWIK TRIP

LAKESIDE PLASTICS

LEARN (WI EARLY AUTISM)

LEE BEVERAGE

NETWORK HEALTH

NEW HYDRAULICS, LLC

OLD NATIONAL BANK

OSHKOSH AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

OSHKOSH CONVENTION & VISITORS

OSHKOSH CORPORATION

OSHKOSH COUNTRY CLUB

OSHKOSH EXPRESS LAUNDRY CENTER

OSHKOSH FIRE & POLICE EQUIP

OSHKOSH HOUSING AUTHORITY

PARTNERSHIP COMMUNITY HEALTH

PAUL L JANSEN AND SON

PERSONALIZED PACKAGING SYSTEMS

PLANEVIEW TRAVEL/CHESTERS

R & R UNITED (GARAGE EXPERTS)

R J ALBRIGHT

R&R INSURANCE SERVICES

REBATH OF CENTRAL WI

RH DESIGN

RHYME

RICHARD'S SCHOOL OF THE DANCE

RIVERFRONT SENIOR APTS

ROGERS PUMP CO

SCHMITT TITLE

SCHORSE (WT FNANCIAL SERV)

TEAM SNW (TJ'S HARBOR)

THEDACARE

TJ'S DESTINATION OSHKOSH

WIPFLI

WISCONSIN INDUSTRIAL FLOORS

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