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SUMMARY:Growing Best in the Chippewa Valley ---The Forecast Lunch
DESCRIPTION:This lunch event brings together business owners\, entrepreneurs\, and economic development stakeholders to explore the region’s economic outlook and key challenges. Attendees will hear expert insights from Gary A. Wagner\, Ph.D.\, Acadiana Business Economist and BORSF Eminent Scholar Endowed Chair in Economics at the B.I. Moody III College of Business\, University of Louisiana at Lafayette. \nThe discussion will cover national and state economic trends\, labor market participation\, workforce challenges\, and the Chippewa Valley’s place in the broader Wisconsin and Upper Midwest economy. Participants will gain perspective on workforce shortages\, barriers to participation\, entrepreneurial energy\, housing and quality-of-life factors affecting talent attraction\, and strategies for businesses\, education\, and local governments to strengthen the regional workforce. \nCEDC is proud to partner with organizations like Frandsen Bank & Trust\, whose century-long commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and local communities aligns closely with CEDC’s mission to foster growth\, opportunity\, and long-term prosperity in the Chippewa Valley. \nEvent Details ~\nMonday\, April 20\, 2026Check-In: 11:30 a.m.Presentation: 12:00 p.m. \nLocation:29 Pines Conference Center5872 33rd Ave.Eau Claire\, WI \nWe look forward to welcoming you for an engaging afternoon of connection and conversation.
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