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31st Annual Chippewa Valley Rally
POSTPONED TO APRIL 22nd due to inclement weather. Madison, WI – Best Western Premier Park Hotel and Wisconsin State Capitol The Chippewa Valley Chamber Alliance, which includes the chambers of Chippewa Falls, Menomonie, and Eau Claire, is excited to host this signature event. The Rally brings together regional voices to advocate for critical economic priorities in Madison. This year, participants will present a unified stance on vital issues such as healthcare, education, workforce attraction and retention, childcare, homelessness, economic development, tax reform, transportation, infrastructure, and energy. We'll also take the opportunity to express gratitude for the progress made on regional priorities over the past two years. Finalized issue statements will be shared closer to the event date. What to Expect Join dozens of business and community leaders in small-group meetings with legislators, a [...]
Manufacturing Competitiveness in the 21st Century Series: Cyber Culture for Compliance and Competition – Chippewa Falls, WI
Chippewa Valley Technical College - Chippewa Campus 770 Scheidler Rd, Chippewa FallsThe Chippewa Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) continues its commitment to supporting local businesses by partnering with UW-Stout Manufacturing Outreach Center (MOC), the Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator (WPI), and Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC). Together, these organizations are hosting a three-part series of Manufacturing Competitiveness in the 21st Century Series as part of a Business Expansion and Retention (BEAR) Learning event aimed at helping local manufacturers stay competitive in a rapidly evolving marketplace. Looking Ahead The last BEAR Learning Sessions of our three-part series is: Cyber Culture for Compliance and Competition: REGISTER HERE Scheduled for March 14, 2025, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at CVTC Chippewa Falls Campus CEDC’s ongoing partnership with local institutions such as UW-Stout, CVTC, and WPI ensures that Chippewa Valley manufacturers continue to benefit from programs that [...]