2026 STEAM Night
2026-03-03 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Chippewa Falls Senior High School, 735 Terrill Street, CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI, 54729, United States
The Science, Math, Tech. Ed., and Art Departments are proud to host the 9th STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Open House on Wednesday, 3/3/26, from 5 pm to 8pm. Our goal is to connect students to STEAM careers in the Chippewa Valley, and we need your help to make this event a success!

To register, scan the QR Code or follow the Link
PURPOSE:

To promote ChiHi’s science/technology/engineering/art/math programs by enhancing post-secondary readiness and closing the skills gap.
To showcase STEAM-related post-secondary options and careers in the Chippewa Valley.
To connect our students to employers and the community at large.

For more information, please contact:
Nick Gagnon
STEAM Coordinator
715-726-2406 ext. 1244
gagnonnd@chipfalls.org

STEAM Video & Photos from previous years’ STEAM night & STEAM Animation

Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
2026-04-14 13:30 - 17:00 | Metropolis Resort (Skybox Banquet Hall) 5150 Fairview Drive, Eau Claire 54701, 5150 Fairview Drive, Eau Claire, WI, 54701, United States
Join us for a practical, executive-level seminar focused on strengthening your organization’s disaster recovery and business continuity strategy. Designed for business owners and senior leaders, this session will provide clear, actionable guidance to help you prepare for cyber incidents, operational outages, and unexpected disruptions — with documentation you can actually use.
What You’ll Learn
-Incident response planning essentials
-How to define and prioritize recovery objectives
-Understanding and meeting compliance expectations
-Strategies to reduce downtime and minimize business impact
Opening Remarks
Shawn Massey – CRO, The Dirks Group
With more than 25 years of IT leadership experience — from IT Director to VP of Sales — Shawn Massey is a certified Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Engineer dedicated to helping organizations strengthen security, resilience, and data protection. He joined The Dirks Group as Chief Revenue Officer in January 2026.
Featured Speaker
Scott Owens – Owner & Managing Director, BluTinuityCISM, CDPSE, CBCP, PMP
Scott brings 35 years of specialized experience in business continuity, disaster recovery, incident response, and tabletop exercises. As Managing Director of BluTinuity, a Milwaukee-based cybersecurity and resilience consulting firm, he works with organizations to plan and prepare for what they hope never happens.
Schedule
1:30 PM – Check-In2:00 PM – Presentation4:00 PM – Networking ReceptionCocktails & hors d’oeuvres provided
Location
Metropolis Resort – Skybox Banquet Hall5150 Fairview DriveEau Claire, WI 54701
Event Details
Date: April 14, 2026Time: 1:30 PM – 5:00 PMCost: Free
Register HERE

Growing Best in the Chippewa Valley ---The Forecast Lunch
2026-04-20 | WI
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.
The 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.
CEDC 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.
Event Details ~
Monday, April 20, 2026Check-In: 11:30 a.m.Presentation: 12:00 p.m.
Location:29 Pines Conference Center5872 33rd Ave.Eau Claire, WI
We look forward to welcoming you for an engaging afternoon of connection and conversation.

CEDC's 2026 Annual Meeting
2026-05-15 07:00 - 09:30 | Eau Claire Event District, 5633 20th Ave, Eau Claire, WI, 54703, United States
Don’t miss the CEDC’s Annual Meeting on Friday, May 15th! This exciting event is an excellent opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate our great community. This year’s meeting is hosted at the beautiful Eau Claire Event District: The Crescent.
Event Schedule:
~Connecting begins at 7:00 am
~Breakfast is served at 7:30 am
~Speaker begins at 8:15 am
Featured Keynote Speaker — Maggi Thorne
We are excited to welcome Maggi Thorne as our keynote speaker. Maggi is a world-renowned motivational speaker and 8X competitor on the Emmy-nominated show American Ninja Warrior, where she became the second mom to conquer the warped wall and the first to beat the salmon ladder. She has also competed twice on NBC’s Spartan Ultimate Team Challenge, previously earned the title of Mrs. International in 2014, and serves as Chief Success Officer at CareerPathways, helping people navigate and accelerate their career journeys.
Drawing on her journey of resilience, grit, and high performance, Maggi inspires leaders, teams, and communities to adopt a “Never Give Up” mindset and pursue their goals no matter what life throws at them. She has led and managed hundreds of millions of dollars in major construction projects, founded JoyFlowCo to equip and inspire active women, and travels the country empowering audiences of all ages to turn adversity into opportunity.
Join us for a day of connecting, community engagement, and fun—all while supporting a great cause. We look forward to seeing you there!
Register HERE

CEDC's 2026 Charity Classic
2026-05-15 10:00 - 17:00 | Whispering Pines Golf, 24700 County Highway X, Cadott, WI, 54727, United States
⛳ EVENT FULL — REGISTRATION CLOSED

We’re officially at capacity for the 2026 Charity Classic! Thank you for the incredible support—this event is completely full.
Tee Off for a Cause at the 2026 Charity Classic
RAIN OR SHINE
Join us for the Charity Classic Golf Outing on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Whispering Pines Golf Course in Cadott, WI! This 18-hole event benefits the Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation, supporting vital mental health care, research, and recovery initiatives.
Golfers of all skill levels will enjoy a day of fun, friendly competition, and meaningful community impact—all for a great cause.
What to Expect

18 holes of golf
Cart rental included
Exciting prizes
Lunch provided
A chance to make a real impact

10:15 AM Shotgun StartRAIN OR SHINE
Sponsorship Opportunities Still Available
Even though golfer registration is full, you can still be part of the impact.
Partner with us to support this important cause while gaining visibility for your business and building strong community connections.
Next Steps:

Complete the Sponsorship 2026 form
Send your completed sponsorship form to Casey at staff@chippewa-wi.com

Let’s swing for a great cause—see you on the course!
