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Educational Programs

Educational programs help members grow personally and professionally.  Various topics are presented.

To see a list of all of our upcoming events and programs, click here.

Transformational Leadership

The Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce introduced its current leadership development program in the fall of 2019. Transformational Leadership, led by program designer and facilitator Bridget Wenman, President of Perspectives Training and Consulting, LLC, includes nine monthly sessions totaling more than 70 hours focused on personal training and development and is held each year beginning in September and wrapping up in May.

Powering Innovation

The Powering Innovation program offers complimentary programs to members with the intention of fostering innovation among member businesses of any size. Developing, growing and expanding our economy through innovation is critical to the success of our local business community.

Marketing Hub

The Marketing Hub offers quarterly interactive programs designed to elevate the skills of marketers in any role or level of experience. Those in any industry type are invited to attend these meetings which are complimentary for members. Each program features brief presentations by local marketing experts and offers an opportunity to learn new marketing strategies, trends and skills from others in the field.

Additional Programs

The Chamber has offered educational programs related to customer service, human resources and more. Monitor the Chamber's weekly email update and social media channels to learn of additional opportunities.

What's new with the Chamber?

Four locals to be honored at first Excellence in Business Leadership Awards

September 23, 2025

The Chamber will host the first Excellence in Business Leadership Awards Night presented by Imperial Industries at 6 p.m. on Thursday, October 9 at The Grand Theater in downtown Wausau.

Listen to interview with Kayla Michiel of Burn Boot Camp

September 22, 2025

Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce President Dave Eckmann interviews Kayla Michiel of Burn Boot Camp in Rib Mountain.

Members’ Products Nominated for Coolest Thing Made Award

September 19, 2025

Six products from members of the Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce have been nominated in the Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce’s Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin contest.