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O u r Wo r k f o r c e i n a T i m e o f Ch a n g e Workforce issues are complex. With so many stakeholders, inputs, and external implications, it can be difficult to figure out where to engage. The Chamber, with your support, continues our work to cultivate solutions that fit the needs of Chippewa Falls. Here is a snapshot of current Chamber projects. 1 . TA L E N T AT T R AC T I O N Talent attraction is a key element of Chippewa Falls’ economic strategic plan along with growing our own local talent to fill jobs in our community. The Chamber’s digital workforce attraction campaign for 2022 (February - August) targeted the Twin Cities and Chicago areas. We featured our quality of life, housing, and jobs. During the campaign, nearly 1.1 million people were exposed to the messaging and over 44,000 visited our website (chippewachamber.org). 2 . CH I L D CA R E In August, a group of local businesses and child-care providers met with local legislators to learn more about how our economy is influenced by child-care challenges. Parents and caregivers of young children are only able to be productive, reliable employees if they have access to affordable, high-quality child care while they work. Employers across Chippewa Falls and Eau Claire Chambers teamed up with the Wisconsin Early the Chippewa Valley continue to recognize Childhood Association (WECA), United Way of the Greater Chippewa Valley and Child Care Partnership, a program of Western Dairyland Community Action the impact child care has on their employees Agency, to host a Childcare and Workforce Business Forum. and will lead the way towards change, using the strength of their voice and impact in the community to partner with advocates on shared solutions. 3 . YO U T H D E V E LO PM E N T A good education system is critical to a world-class workforce. We continue to work with our schools to invite students, parents, and educators to explore and understand careers in Chippewa Falls through our School2Skills tour program. We also continue to support the Youth Apprenticeship program at our local high schools.
IN THIS ISSUE:
On The Cover Our Workforce in a Time of Change Membership Meet the newest Chamber members | Page 2
Ribbon Cuts & Ground Breaks
See our area’s business growth | Page 3
Upcoming Events Networking & Educational Opportunities | Pages 6-7 Chamber News
Promote Your Business
Get involved! | Page 5
Marketing Opportunities | Page 9