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| Oshkosh Chamber News Advocacy Economic Development Updates Workforce & Talent Developement Programs & Services Amplify | | | Leadership Oshkosh February Recap Business Briefs New Members Membership Renewals | | |
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| Member Matters is sponsored by StellarBlue.ai | | |
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| Oshkosh Chamber Releases Business Outlook Survey Results Each year the Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce surveys business leaders in the area to gage confidence levels throughout the business community. This year, despite the ongoing labor and supply chain challenges, there is an immense amount of optimism.
Read the press release HERE See full results HERE | | |
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| New bill aims to incentivize filmmakers to bring their productions to Wisconsin | | |
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| OUR SECOND SURVEY WILL BE AVAILABLE THIS WEEK! | | |
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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].
Please be on the lookout for an E-Blast with a link to participate in the survey coming this week! | | | | |
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| The Oshkosh Chamber is excited to announce Elsewhere Market + Rise & Grind as our presenting sponsor for the Oshkosh Chamber Network Builder.
Network Builder fosters peer-to-peer connections within the Oshkosh Chamber through introductory emails.
Watch the video below to learn more about what the Oshkosh Chamber Network Builder is and how it works: | | |
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| Oshkosh Common Council Vehicle Registration Fee Vote
On Tuesday, February 27th, the Oshkosh Common Council discussed and voted on the Vehicle Registration Fee (VRF) coupled with Utility fee increases to replace special assessment costs for annual street and sidewalk construction.
In a 6-to-1 vote, the Oshkosh Common Council has voted in favor of adding a $35 vehicle registration fee and increasing the cost of three utilities to fund road and sidewalk reconstruction, which are planned to take effect July 1st. This tax, along with increased fees for water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer utilities, aims to generate $3.75 million annually for road and sidewalk reconstruction. The decision eliminates future pavement-related special assessments on properties from 2024 onward.
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| ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATES | | |
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The State of Wisconsin’s Business Development Tax Credit Modernization Bill (AB 627) was recently passed by the Assembly and sent to the Senate for further consideration and discussion. The BTC Modernization Bill would change the state’s current program from a job creation focused incentive to a capital expenditure and job retention focused program, eliminating the hassle of creating jobs in a difficult labor market to qualify for the program. The Senate adjourns for the session on March 12.
The Business Childcare Tax Credit Bill (AB 660) was recently passed by the Assembly Ways and Means Committee and received a public hearing in the Senate, however, the Assembly did not take the bill up for consideration on their final floor session for the year resulting in the bill effectively being dead for this session. The bill would have created a tax credit for businesses that provide childcare programs or benefits for their employees.
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WE STILL NEED YOUR HELP!
In an effort to develop and expand upon our Education & Talent Development programs, we have created a short survey for our chamber businesses & organizations.
The Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce and the Oshkosh Area School District are looking for local organizations to partner with us in being a presence within the education system on every level from literacy help in elementary to facility tours and apprenticeships in high school and our Adopt-A-School program!
Your feedback is essential in the success of these efforts - THANK YOU!
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| OSHKOSH CHAMBER CONCIERGE PROGRAM Are you in need of a recruitment tool or acknowledging an employee? | | |
| | | Check out our Oshkosh Baskets filled with locally made products, museum passes, resources highlighting Oshkosh’s quality of life and economic development brochures from the city.
The package can be delivered to the employer or delivered to a specific location which can be arranged by the Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce Concierge Coordinator.
To learn more about our baskets and the Concierge Program, contact Maureen Lasky at [email protected]. | | | | |
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| FEBRUARY PROGRAMS & SERVICES | | |
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| MONDAY, MARCH 4TH | 5:00 PM-7:00 PM | | |
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| WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6TH | 7:30 AM-9:00 AM Propel Morning Member Mingle at Elsewhere Market | | |
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| WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20TH | 8:00 AM-9:30 AM Happening before the Business Expo in the K.M. Hutchinson Room | | |
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Join us for our Business Expo presented by Network Health, the area's largest tradeshow, on March 20th at the Oshkosh Convention Center.
FREE admission with a business card or $5 at the door. Create business connections, learn more about job openings and check out our awesome local businesses! Several activities are offered by exhibitors for attendees throughout the day. This year's theme is county fair.
Schedule: - 11:00am-12:00pm: Exhibitor-to-Exhibitor Expo
- 12:00pm-6:30pm: Expo is Open to the Public (See full list below)
- 4:30pm-6:30pm: Business After Hours, “A Taste of Oshkosh”, to be held at the Convention Center. You’ll get a chance to sample food and beverages from area restaurants, caterers, and breweries.
Visit our website or email Connie Carmical at [email protected] for more information.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Title Sponsor: Network Health
Platinum Sponsors: 4imprint Winnebago County
Gold Sponsors: Your Boat Club Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
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| We are so excited for this line up of exhibitors! Check out all of the businesses that will be joining us. Come make connections and learn about all of the amazing businesses that help Oshkosh thrive. | | |
| Veritas Financial • 101 Beiser Realty, LLC • 102 StellarBlue.ai • 103 Oshkosh Corporation • 104 Cumulus • 105 Old National Bank • 106 Oshkosh Herald/Neenah News • 108 FVS Bank • 201 Appleton International Airport • 202 Lowes of Oshkosh • 204 Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Central WI • 205 Oshkosh Marine Supply • 206 UW - Platteville Engineering • 207 EXIT Elite Realty • 208 Ascension Employer Solutions • 210 Bon Voyage Boutique Travel • 212 Shawn Dockry - State Farm Insurance • 214 Security - Luebke Roofing, Inc • 301 Smart IS International/Amplify • 303 UW Oshkosh - Engineering • 304 Fox Valley Physical Therapy & Wellness • 305 Bristol Morgan Bank • 306 Adashun Jones • 307 Business Bully's Bookkeeping • 308 Cereset Oshkosh • 309 Rogue Wave Marketing • 310 Fox Cities Errands & Property Maintenance • 311 Josh Koon & Chris Ridgway - Northwestern Mutual • 312 Lyons Lounge • 313 Valley Truck Leasing, Inc. • 314 City of Oshkosh • 403 Rhyme • 404 Chick-Fil-A • 405 SERVPRO • 406 Dreams of Jeanne, LLC • 407 OSMS • 408 JATo Ventures • 409 APEX Safety and Compliance LLC • 410 Wisconsin Timber Rattlers • 411 Kobussen Buses LTD • 412 Barley & Hops Pub • 413 Fletcher Chiropractic Office • 414 Aquire Restoration, Inc. • 502 Lakeland Care, Inc. • 503 First Weber Realtors Oshkosh • 504 All American Gutter Protection • 506 Verve, A Credit Union • 508 Fox Valley Metrology Ltd. • 509 | | | O-Town Iron • 510 RE/MAX on the Water • 511 Associated Bank • 512 Parker John's BBQ & Pizza • 513 UW Oshkosh Event & Conference Services • 514 Dairy Queen • 601 Norwex • 602 U.S. Cellular • 603 Aurora Health Care • 604 Oshkosh Area School District • 605 FVTC • 606 Ardent Fitness & Education • 607 Disabled American Veterans (DAV) • 609 AT&T • 611 Advanced Bed Bug Preparation • 612 Fun Pros • 613 Lifest • 614 CliCK PRiNTiNG • 615 Oshkosh Waterfront Hotel • 701 LaSure's Hall Cakes & Catering • 703 Wictra (Wisconsin Cyber Threat Response Alliance) • 704 Sushi Lovers • 705 Express Employment Professionals • 801 Lourdes Academy • 802 Oshkosh Festivals/XROADS41 • 803 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices • 804 Bank First/YMCA • 805 Civic Media/Air Support Radio • 806 Your Boat Club • 109, 111, 113 Image 360 & Crown Trophy • 110, 209, 112, 211, 114, & 213 4imprint • 302/401 Network Health • 402 & 501 Physical Achievement Center • 505 & 507 Discover Oshkosh/Wisconsin Herd • 706 & 707 Winnebago County Fair Association • 708 & 709 Winnebago County/Wittman Regional Airport • 710, 711 & 712 Smet Construction Services • Atrium Caravel Autism Health • Atrium Damascus Road Project, Inc. • Atrium Operation Coffee • Atrium Charlie's Caramels • Atrium Leadership Oshkosh • Atrium | | |
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Business Expo 2024 | March 20, 2024
Amplify IT 2024 | April 9th, 2024
Senior Talent Track | April 24th, 2024
Oshkosh Corporation Bank First Chamber Golf Invitational | May 20th, 2024
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The Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce is excited to launch a spring hiring event in 2024!
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 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 Education Day took place in February. The class visited classrooms within the Oshkosh Area School District, Fox Valley Technical College and the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh.
A special thank you to: The Oshkosh Area School District, Fox Valley Technical College, UW Oshkosh, The Oshkosh Public Library, and The Damascus Road Project, Incorporated. | | |
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| West Side Association Developer's Panel Meeting | | |
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| Economic Outlook Breakfast with Brian Beaulieu | | |
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| Over 550 people joined us for our 2024 Economic Outlook Breakfast with Brian Beaulieu, sponsored by Ganther Construction. | | |
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| Muza Sheet Metal Company LLC awarded Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Award - Medium Category Read More
Quill Creative Studio’s Joshua Tyner Named a GDUSA “Person to Watch" in 2024 Read More
The Jor-Mac Company, LLC acquires Muza Metal Products, LLC Read More
Aviation adventures await at EAA Girls on the Fly program on April 6 Read More
Donate Silent Auction Items for Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin's 18th Annual Grateful Plate Gala on March 15th. Read More
Fox Communities Credit Union Announces New Hires - Jose Villa - Vice President of Commercial Lending, Read More
- Melanie Draheim - Chief Marketing Officer, Read More
- Tommie Preslaski - Chief Experience Officer, Read More
EAA, Oshkosh Celebration of Lights to bring back holiday lights extravaganza to EAA grounds annually through 2028 Read More
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 to light up night sky with 500-drone performance Read More
Have something you'd like to share in Business Briefs? Contact Ashlynn Schreiner at [email protected]!
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| Bon Voyage Boutique Travel, LLC 202 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Neenah (920) 725-2880 www.bonvoyagebt.com
Neat and Pretty 648 W. 18th Avenue, Oshkosh (920) 265-1515 www.neatandprettycoach.com
592 Korean BBQ 2010 W. 9th Avenue, Oshkosh (920) 385-4478
Smet Construction Services 2080 Profit Place, De Pere (920) 660-5016 www.smet.com
| | | Pickle & Bags 2211 Oregon Street, Unit Z, Oshkosh
Operation Coffee 326 E. Main Street, Campbellsport (608) 490-1555 operationcoffee.com
Clubhouse Indoor Golf & Bar 2301 Indian Point Road, Oshkosh (920) 385-4653 www.clubhouseoshkosh.com
Caravel Autism Health 1306 S. Main Street, Oshkosh (920) 808-9502 caravelautism.com | | |
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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. | | |
| 2IMPRESS ADVOCAP ALGOMA FINANCIAL GROUP AMERICAN TRANSMISSION CO APEX SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE BAY TITLE & ABSTRACT CHARLES WILLIAMS LAW OFFICE CITY CENTER DIAMOND BROS INSURANCE DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS DISCHER ARCHITECTURAL MILLWK DISCOVERY PROPERTIES MGMT DOCKSIDE TAVERN EDENBROOK OF OSHKOSH FEDEX OFFICE FORTIFI BANK FOX VALLEY MEMORY PROJECT FOX VALLEY PLASTIC SURGERY GIBSON SOCIAL CLUB HOUSE OF FLOWERS
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