Dear Chamber Members,
We are just 8 days away from our Annual Chamber Celebration! We are excited to gather as we celebrate our members and the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce.
Just a few points for the Annual Celebration:
Tickets are available online (can be invoiced or paid by credit card) or bought at the Chamber office.
Thank you to Rock River Chimney & Fireplace for being our presenting sponsor for our Annual Celebration! We would also like to recognize all our sponsors without their support this event would not have been possible.
Platinum Sponsors
Bank of Lake Mills
Maas Brothers Construction
Party Favor Sponsors
EZ Promotion
Gold Sponsors
Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service
Landmark Credit Union
Silver Sponsors
Bender Larson Chidley Koppes & Associates, S.C.
Neuberger, Griggs, Sweet & Froehle, LLP
Bronze Sponsors
Fort Community Credit Union
Ixonia Bank
Dessert Sponsors
Chandler House Bakery
Sassy Sweets
Sweet Talkin Treats
The nominations are in for the Chamber's Annual Awards. Award winners will be announced at the Annual Celebration on Thursday, February 29th.
Nominees for Customer Service Awards
All bankers / Tellers – Bank of Lake Mills, Melissa Urrea – Bank of Lake Mills,
Taylor Borgwardt – Black Rose Esthetics, All the Volunteers – Blue Butterfly,
Ashley Wenninger - Manager, Blue Butterfly,
Kimberly Grinwald - Blush Hair Beautique, Anthony LeMaster – Brown’s Shoes, Chandler House Bakery (Charity and April), Sue Laudenslager - Draeger’s Floral,
Heather Bradley – EZ Promotion, Melissa Mattke – Gingerbread Daycare,
Karen Lanser – Heroes for Heroes, Jody Purtell – Lead the Way Social,
Bill Oswald – Oswald Konz, Caitlin Vohen – The Chic Boutique,
Amber Smith – The Chic Boutique, Holly Christian – Thrivent Financial,
Dr. Golden – Weight in Gold, Courtney Saniter - Wilders
EPIC Awards
EPIC stands for Entrepreneurial, Progressive, Innovative, and Collaborative. This award recognizes a business that contributes to the well-being of the community, demonstrates growth, is innovative and collaborates with other businesses and organizations.
Non-Profit EPIC Award Nominees
Blue Butterfly Thrift Store, Cornerstone of Grace,
Greater Watertown Community Health Foundation,
Heroes for Heroes, Watertown Humane Society, Watertown Riverfest,
Watertown Area YMCA
Small Business EPIC Award Nominees
Black Rose Esthetics, Brown’s Shoe Fit Co., Chandler House Bakery,
Hometown Pharmacy, Lead the Way Social, Pine Hill Farm, PJ Pizza,
Ready to Dance, The Chic Boutique, Weight in Gold, White Oak Builders,
Wilder’s Plants & More
Medium Business EPIC Award Nominees
Bank of Lake Mills, Berres Brothers, Culver’s, Jerry Hepp Excavating,
KDP (Keurig Dr. Pepper), Kraemer’s Cheese, Maas Brothers Construction,
Mercadito La Rosita, Mullen’s Dairy, Piggly Wiggly, Richter Heating,
Spero Heritage Homes, Watertown Bowl
Large Business EPIC Award Nominees
Glory Global Solutions, Johnsonville Foods, Kwik Trip, TDS Telecom,
The Marquardt
Our next bi-weekly newsletter will be sent out on March 6th. During this time if your organization is hiring, offering programs, or having events to promote, please let us know so we can share with our membership and the community. Please send information by Friday, March 1st to info@watertownchamber.com.
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!
Wake Up Watertown
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Chat with the Chamber
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Camp Buckaroos
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Crossroads of Watertown Rental Assistance Inc.
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Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran209 N. 9th Street
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Jefferson County Cancer CoalitionA non-profit organization that will provide financial assistance to cancer victims and their families. |
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Love Infusion Foods, LLC208 S. 1st StOpening Soon! Lovingly infused sea salts & spices |
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Mirrored ImageBeauty & Wellness104 N. Water Street
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Sinnissippi Solar CenterInvenergy began development of the Sinnissippi Solar Energy Center in 2018 and since then we have been working to appropriately size the project with the grid operator, secure agreements with landowners, perform required studies to support solar development, and meet with local stakeholders. |
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Stampin' Round the Clock
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Young Auditorium
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Wisconsin Electronic Payments203 N. 8th St.920-247-2103Electronic Payments technology and support. |
Join us for our Gosling Career Fair!
The purpose of the Career Fair is to provide connections and conversations with opportunities post-graduation for students. These encounters will help students solidify their pathways as they approach high school graduation.
This is a great opportunity for students and employers from the Watertown area to come together.
The deadline to register is February 29th.
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For more information on the Watertown Main Street Program and Events, click here.
Register by March 4th. Click Here to reserve your spot!
It is time to learn a little more about the Leadership Class of 2023-2024.
Each newsletter we will be highlighting a Leadership student.
Sharon Kurkiewicz - Watertown Area YMCA
Leadership Watertown is working towards two projects this year. We have established a partnership with Surf Shack Rentals LLC to establish a Kayak Rentals at Riverside Park. We are also working with the Historical Society on a beautification project at the Octagon House. We are asking for donations to fund both these projects at a total together of $13,500.
Platinum - $3,000+ - large print company name on a plaque, social media, and ribbon cutting ceremony.
Gold - $1000+- small print company name on a plaque, social media, and ribbon cutting ceremony.
Silver- $500+ -social media and ribbon cutting ceremony.
Checks can be made payable to the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce with a memo of the 2023 Leadership Project. Donations can be dropped off at the Chamber office or mailed to 519 E Main Street, Watertown WI. 53094
First row: Judy Kluetzman - The Marquardt, Tiffany Nehls - Rock River Chimney & Fireplace, Chelsey Bauer - Madison College, Anna Jensen - TDS Telecom
Second row: Robin Kangas - Unity Project of Watertown, Julie Janowak - First Weber Lake Country, Sarah Spring-Oudenhoven - Watertown Unified School District,
Sharon Kurkiewicz - Watertown Area YMCA,
Toniette Flint - Thrivent Rock River Financial,
Deb Sybell - Thrive Economic Development
Third row: Jason Bull - Watertown Unified School District,
Deb Portman - Greater Watertown Community Health Foundation,
Marci Lilly - The Marquardt, Linden Peacy - Watertown Family Connections,
Megan Dunneisen - City of Watertown
Interested in joining our next Leadership Watertown Class?
Click HERE for more information!
Click HERE for application!
Church Health Services
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Watertown Players Inc.210 S Water St.Don't Hug Me I'm PregnantFebruary 23rd and 24th at 7pm February 25th at 2 pm March 1st and 2nd at 7pm March 3rd at 2 pm. Click here for more information. |
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Oasis Salon & Spa620 S. Church St.
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Jefferson CountyCancer Coalition
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The Elias Supper Club InnSoup and Wine DinnerMarch 3rdEnjoy a 5-course meal of homemade soup and sides, expertly paired with unique wines. Click here for more information.
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Trinity St Luke's School & Roots Childcare Center801 S. 5th Street
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Maranatha Baptist University
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Luther Preparatory SchoolHow to Succeed- MusicalPublic Performances
March 8, 2024 - 7:00 pm March 9, 2024 - 7:00 pm March 10, 2024 - 7:00 pm
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Watertown Educational Foundation
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Madison CollegeMarch 256th Click here for more information. |
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Drehm Insurance
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Maranatha Baptist University
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Find our most up to date job postings at Career Opportunities
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: |