Chippewa Economic Development Corporation

05/29/2026

🎙️ NEW PODCAST EPISODE ALERT 🎙️

You won't want to miss this one!

We sat down with Maggie Thorne, 9-time American Ninja Warrior competitor and keynote speaker for the CEDC Annual Meeting, for an inspiring conversation about resilience, mindset, leadership, and turning challenges into opportunities.

Whether you're facing obstacles in business, your career, or life, Maggi's story and perspective will leave you motivated and ready to take on what's next.

🎧 Listen now: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/opportunity-not-opposition-maggi-thorne-episode-611--72211417

Nine‑time American Ninja Warrior and entrepreneur Maggi Thorne joins host Charlie Walker and co‑host John Gatto to share how she learned to see every setb

05/19/2026

👏A VERY SPECIAL Thank You to our Sponsors & Raffle Donors🧡

We want to extend one last HUGE Thank You to all of the sponsors and raffle donors who helped make the 2026 CEDC Annual Meeting and Charity Golf Classic a smashing success!

Your generous support with the CEDC Charity Golf Classic played a key role in helping us raise over $15,000 for the Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation.

Because of you, we were able to host impactful and memorable events, create meaningful moments, and support a cause that touches so many lives here in the Chippewa Valley and beyond. Whether you supported as a hole sponsor, donated a raffle prize, or contributed in any way - you made a difference!

We are so grateful for your continued partnership, generosity, and your commitment to builder an even stronger and connected community!

Thank you for being a part of something truly special.

Raffle Basket Donors:
Eau Claire Energy Cooperative
Silver Spring Foods
Economy Furniture
The Yoga Plant
Miron Construction Co., Inc.
Impact Advertising Inc.
NovaSky Marketing
Crescent Meats
CBS Squared, Inc
Bowl Winkle's
Veritas Steel
Steamatic Trac Solutions
1917 Lake Wissota
Production Management Industries, LLC
Larson Companies
Xcel Energy Wisconsin
29 Pines
The Harding Group
Benedict Sales & Service
ChemCeed LLC
Slate Boutique and Gifts
The SandBar & Grill
Rands Trucking Inc.
Hudson Electric, Inc.
Hair by Laiken Adams
Citizens Connected
Gator Garb Promotions

05/14/2026

🚀A HUGE Thank You to C&E Wurzer Builders for their generous Platinum Sponsorship of this year's Annual Meeting!

Your support helps bring together leaders, businesses, and community members who are passionate about growth, innovation, and creating new opportunities in the greater Chippewa Valley. Partnerships like yours make a lasting impact and help move our community forward.

We are looking forward to connecting tomorrow, May 15th at the Annual Meeting!

05/13/2026

✨Sponsor Spotlight- Thank You to Chippewa Valley Electric Cooperative for being a Gold sponsor for this year's Annual Meeting!

As a member-owned, not-for-profit electric utility providing electric service to rural communities, they also value supporting community initiatives. It is through these partnerships that we can continue pushing our region forward.

We can't wait to connect at the Annual Meeting on May 15th!🎉

👍Need one more chance to get your ticket? We have a few spots remaining, click the link below:
https://chippewa-wi.com/event/cedcs-2026-annual-meeting/

05/12/2026

We are so thankful for all of our sponsors who made this year's CEDC Charity Golf Classic at Whispering Pines Golf Course possible! All of the proceeds from this year's event will go to Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation as they continue their impactful and beneficial work here in our community.

Mower Sperry Insurance Agency, CBS Squared, Inc, NextEra Energy Resources, B&B Electric Inc., Green Oasis, Market & Johnson, Inc., Construction, NEI Electric, and The Manitou Club

05/11/2026

A Huge THANK YOU to Frandsen Bank & Trust for being a Gold Sponsor of this year's CEDC Annual Meeting!🌟

We are so grateful for your support and commitment to strengthening our local communities, businesses, and future growth opportunities. Partnerships like these help make meaningful connections and progress possible.

We can't wait to see you this Friday at the Annual Meeting!

05/08/2026

🎉It's just 1 week away! The 2026 Chippewa Economic Development Corporation Annual Meeting is going to be a morning filled with connection, inspiration and a celebration of the success we've experienced and what still lies ahead.

👇If you haven't gotten your ticket yet, here's your last chance:
🎟https://chippewa-wi.com/event/cedcs-2026-annual-meeting/

05/07/2026

🙌A HUGE Thank you to Aspirus for their generous Gold-level sponsorship of this year's Annual Meeting, we appreciate it!

Aspirus is guided by their mission to heal people, strengthen communities, and improve access to healthcare. They remain dedicated to supporting healthier futures across the regions they serve.

🎉We can't wait to connect with you at the meeting on May 15th!

05/06/2026

We are incredibly grateful to the UW-Stout Manufacturing Outreach Center for being a valued Platinum sponsor of this year's Annual Meeting!

For nearly 4 decades, UW Stout MOC has been a driving force behind innovation, growth, and resilience in Northwestern Wisconsin. Their commitment to supporting small and mid-sized manufacturers continues to strengthen our regional economy in meaningful, lasting ways.

Thank you and we are looking forward to seeing you on May 15th!

05/05/2026

Catch up on past BEAR Discussions Podcast episodes!

Listen to Episode 608, “Underground to Unstoppable” with Matt and Shawna Gwiazda, where Charlie Walker explores how grit and determination can build a nationally recognized business. Don’t miss insights that every entrepreneur needs!

Listen Here:

Join hosts Charlie and Lisa on the Bear Podcast as they interview Matt and Shawna Gwiazda, owners of Mag Stainless in Cadott, Wisconsin. Tune in to hear their j