Chamber Newsletter

Time is running out! Deadline to RSVP - Friday February 14th
Dear Chamber Members,
The deadline is quickly approaching to register for the Chamber's Annual Celebration - Tailgate being held at Turner Hall on Thursday, February 27th, presented by Sanft Accounting & Tax LLC. Click here for all the details, including reservations, sponsorship opportunities.
Nominations are closed for the Epic Awards and the Customer Service Award; however, we need your vote to determine of the nominees who will be award winners. Click the link below to cast your votes! Deadline to vote is Saturday, February 8th
CLICK HERE TO VOTE
This annual celebration will be one to remember, don't be left behind and register today! We will sell out at 200 attendees and are already halfway sold out. Remember deadline to sign up is Friday, February 14th.
Bonnie Hertel
Executive Director
bonnie@watertownchamber.com
920.261.6320
Check out the details below or in our
Calendar of Events.
Look forward to our upcoming events!
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Digital Marketing Series
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Building Bridges-Career Readiness
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Annual Celebration
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Wake Up Watertown
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CarePatrol of Greater Milwaukee & Southeastern Wisconsin
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Lake Country Consultant
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MPL Gutter Cleaning
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Thrive in Wellness LLC.
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Join us for our Annual Celebration as we recognize all of the Chamber’s accomplishments of 2024! Let’s celebrate another successful year together! Enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and great company. Network with fellow Chamber members, catch up with old friends and make new connections.
Tickets and Sponsorships
Tickets are $60 per person or $450 for a table of 8 people.
RSVP today as attendance is limited to 200 persons!
We would love to have you as a sponsor! Commit to a sponsorship now and don’t pay until 2025!
Annual Celebration 2024 Sponsorship Opportunities
EPIC Awards Voting! 
Please send any registration or sponsorship information to info@watertownchamber.com or call 920-261-6320.
Watertown Tourism
Watertown Tourism has ad space available on their digital billboard space on I-94 at Hwy F. For more information and to book your spot, contact Robin at robin@watertownchamber.com.
Don't miss this opportunity to grow your business and connect with your target audience?

To learn more about Watertown Tourism click here.
2025 Facade Grant Application Open!
An attractive and well-maintained building facade with eye-catching signage is essential to the success of any business. Property owners in downtown Watertown may be eligible to apply for grant funding to help offset the cost of building improvement projects such as facade restoration, a new or replacement awning, exterior lighting, and new signage. Applications are now open for the 2025.
Click here to learn more!
Sweet Stroll!
Calling all dessert lovers! The 2nd Sweet Walk is back on February 15th, and it’s going to be a delicious adventure through downtown. Enjoy a family-friendly stroll with tasty treats like chocolate, fudge, and baked goods at every stop. Tickets are just $20 per person and include a sweet treat at each location. Grab your friends and family, get your tickets now, and get ready for a fun day filled with flavor and memories!
Get tickets here!
Main Street Morning Mixer
The Main Street Morning Mixer will be on March 9th from 11am-2:30pm. Sample delicious brunch-style cocktails at a variety of bars and pubs in beautiful, historic downtown Watertown, Wisconsin. Tickets on sale now!
Luck of the Irish- BINGO
Get ready for a night of fun and fortune at the Luck of the Irish St. Patrick's Day Bingo Event! It's your chance to put your luck to the test—whether you’re chasing down leprechauns or hoping a four-leaf clover is hiding in your pocket, there's no better way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
For more information about Watertown Main Street program, click here.
Building Bridges- Career Readiness
Since 2019, Building Bridges has successfully connected local businesses, educators, and families to enhance career readiness in our community. This year, we aim to build on our previous successes and further strengthen the ties between employers and the Watertown Unified School District.
We are seeking businesses to represent the career clusters listed below. During the event, you will have the opportunity to engage with WUSD staff from both Watertown High School and Riverside Middle School in five 20-minute sessions focused on fostering collaboration between our schools and local industries.
**Group 1:** Business, Marketing, IT, Finance
**Group 2:** Construction, Government, Law & Public Safety
**Group 3:** Manufacturing, STEM, Transportation
**Group 4:** Health Sciences, Human Services, Education & Training
Contact us to learn more and register your business!
2025 Gosling Career Fair

We are excited to invite you to the Watertown High School Career Fair! This event is a fantastic opportunity for your company to connect with talented students and future professionals.
Date: March 19th, 2025
Time: 8AM - 1PM
Location: Watertown High School, 825 Endeavour Dr, Watertown, WI 53098
At the Watertown High School Career Fair, you will have the chance to:
- Connect with at least 1,500 Students from Dane and Jefferson County Schools
- Showcase your company and its career opportunities.
- Interact with students eager to learn about your industry.
- Network with educators and other professionals.
Your presence would greatly enrich the event and provide valuable insights to our students as they navigate their career paths. Please RSVP to confirm your participation and secure your booth by February 28th, 2025. For more information on the Gosling Career Fair, please visit our website.


Leadership Class 2024-2025
From left to right: Jenny Rogers, Kris Meloy, Kate Abitz, Robin Kaufmann,
Dave Roedl, Michelle Altman, Jody Purtell, Ashley Oldenhoff, Ashley Peirick,
Jodi Dabrowski, Amanda Combs, Rebekah Faas, Heidi Opps, Jill Van Sickle,
Jenny DaWalt
Back Row (left to right): Andres Morales, Ashley Oldenhoff, Erin Stai,
Kelly Hildebrand, Mikey Holmes.
This year's class is nineteen participants strong. Over the several newsletters we will be highlighting the participants.
If you are interested in learning more about the Leadership Watertown Program for the 2025-2026 class check out the link for more information.
Meet the Leadership Class of 2024-2025
In this newsletter meet Jody Purtell with Lead The Way Social and Dave Roedl with Bank of Lake Mills.
Please visit our Facebook page for daily updates
Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce
If your business is initiating programs, hiring, or offering resources, please let us know so we can share with our membership and the community please email info@watertownchamber.com
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Rainbow Community Care
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Kraemer's WI Cheese
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Watertown Farmers Market
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Mary Kay- Tina Johnson
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Thrive Economic Development
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Milford Hills
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Watertown Turner Hall
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Pizza Ranch
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City of Watertown
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Safe Families for Children
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Watertown Police Department
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Maranatha Baptist University
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Watertown Players Theater
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Educational Foundation of Watertown
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Bentzin Family Town Square
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Fuzion Videos
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Watertown GreenhouseWatertown Greenhouse is for sale by owners. Click here if interested or for more information. |
Find our most up to date job postings at Career Opportunities
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Post Your Job Openings!As a chamber member benefit you can post your job opening on our website. Click Here To Check Out Career Opportunities Contact Barb at: |