La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce

NEW PROGRAM ALERT! Know someone new to Greater La Crosse? Let them know about the La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce's newest community building initiative. Our La Crosse Links program allows those who have moved to the area within the past five years to learn more about our region (arts and culture, outdoor recreation, history of the area, etc.), meet community partners, make new friends, and learn ways to get involved. This weekly FREE program, which features catered meals from unique area restaurants, will meet on Tuesday evenings beginning October 15 through November 19. Visit LaCrosse-Links.com to register now! Learn more here: LaCrosse-Links.com #Lacrossechamber #Chooselacrosse #Explorelacrosse #Thriveinlacrosse #Lacrossewi #Driftlessregion #Firstfriend

Register for September Business After Hours at Castle Realty! Join the Chamber and Castle Realty for an evening of networking, food, and drinks, and Castle Realty's Oktoberfest kickoff! Register here: https://shorturl.at/67Uxz #Lacrossechamber #Chooselacrosse #Explorelacrosse #Thriveinlacrosse #Lacrossewi #Driftlessregion #Firstfriend

Know someone new to Greater La Crosse? Let them know about the La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce's newest community building initiative. Our La Crosse Links program allows those who have moved to the area within the past five years to learn more about our region (arts and culture, outdoor recreation, history of the area, etc.), meet community partners, make new friends, and learn ways to get involved. This weekly FREE program, which features catered meals from unique area restaurants, will meet on Tuesday evenings beginning October 15 through November 19. Visit LaCrosse-Links.com for more information … registration opens September 6! Learn more here: LaCrosse-Links.com #Lacrossechamber?#Chooselacrosse?#Explorelacrosse?#Thriveinlacrosse?#Lacrossewi?#Driftlessregion?#Firstfriend

Congratulations to Tiffany Rice, our Events Coordinator, on her One Year Anniversary with the La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce! Tiffany has been a welcome addition to our office, staff, and to our Chamber Members. She continues to enhance all of our events and does it with a bright smile on her face. Thank you, Tiffany, for your hard work and dedication to the Chamber and the many members! #Lacrossechamber?#Chooselacrosse?#Explorelacrosse?#Thriveinlacrosse?#Lacrossewi?#Driftlessregion?#Firstfriend

We had a great Chamber Golf Outing yesterday at the La Crosse Country Club! ?? A big thank you to Trust Point Inc., our presenting sponsor, and to all our other sponsors for making the golf outing possible. We also want to thank the golfers who participated in the scramble and attended the cookout social. We appreciate everyone for braving the heat and being flexible throughout the day! #Lacrossechamber #Chooselacrosse #Explorelacrosse #Thriveinlacrosse #Lacrossewi #Driftlessregion #Firstfriend

Join us for the Women's Leadership Summit AND the Downtown Mainstreet Inc Taste of Downtown on Thursday, October 17! Register for one, the other, OR register for both at a discounted rate! Experience the Women’s Leadership Summit, where inspiring business leaders ignite the stage in both our keynote and panel, followed by dynamic networking opportunities. Then, indulge in the Taste of Downtown, sampling the best local dishes and drinks, and cap off the night with an exciting awards ceremony! Register here & learn more: https://shorturl.at/O0kFJ

Thank you to Explore La Crosse for presenting at our August Forum on Monday. Tourism greatly impacts our local economy and supports various La Crosse Area businesses. Quick Facts from the presentation: -$307,300,000 in direct visitor spending -$502,000,000 in local economic Impact -3,931 tourism-related jobs locally -23 big boat stops with 7,585 passengers (From Explore La Crosse 2023 Annual Report) Thank you to those who attended! #Lacrossechamber?#Chooselacrosse?#Explorelacrosse?#Thriveinlacrosse?#Lacrossewi?#Driftlessregion?#Firstfriend

Dear Chamber Members, Community Partners, and Friends, It is with a mix of sadness, pride, and deep gratitude I announce my resignation as CEO of the La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce. My time at the Chamber has been incredibly rewarding. Together, we've transformed our organization, inspiring unprecedented growth and engagement. This journey would not have been possible without the dedication and support of our business community. Leaving this role is bittersweet. I have cherished every moment working alongside such an inspiring group of individuals. I am confident the Chamber’s bright future is assured, thanks to the strength and resilience of its members, our Board of Directors, and the Chamber employees. The Chair of the Board of Directors, Liz Filter, had this to say about the future of the Chamber and the next steps in finding a new CEO to lead the Chamber: “First, I want to thank Neal for his incredible four years of leading the Chamber and in serving the business community. Second, the Board of Directors and Search Committee will begin the process of finding a new CEO immediately. In the meantime, all programs, events, and services will continue as-is. I have full confidence in the Chamber staff during this transition, and myself along with the full Board of Directors are committed to the continued success of the Chamber and its community of businesses.” Your unwavering support and commitment have been the driving force behind our collective progress, and I am excited to see where your continued efforts will lead. Thank you for allowing me the honor of serving as your CEO. My last day at the Chamber will be Friday, September 13th. I am stepping down from this role to embrace a new executive leadership role at a longtime, family-owned business within the La Crosse Area community. This means my family and I will still reside within the area. You will still see me out and about at community events. And I, of course, will always love La Crosse, its businesses, and most importantly, the people! With heartfelt appreciation, Neal Zygarlicke CEO, La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce

Join us for the Women's Leadership Summit AND Downtown Mainstreet Inc's Taste of Downtown on Thursday, October 17! Register for one, the other, OR register for both at a discounted rate! Experience the Women’s Leadership Summit, where inspiring business leaders ignite the stage in both our keynote and panel, followed by dynamic networking opportunities. Then, indulge in the Taste of Downtown, sampling the best local dishes and drinks, and cap off the night with an exciting awards ceremony! Register here & learn more: https://shorturl.at/O0kFJ #Lacrossechamber #Chooselacrosse #Explorelacrosse #Thriveinlacrosse #Lacrossewi #Driftlessregion #Firstfriend

We had a great Business After Hours last week at the new Mayo Clinic hospital in La Crosse! Attendees enjoyed an evening of networking complemented by a tour of the new space. Thank you to everyone who joined us and Mayo for hosting! #Lacrossechamber #Chooselacrosse #Explorelacrosse #Thriveinlacrosse #Lacrossewi #Driftlessregion #Firstfriend