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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.

Chamber Chats

Enjoy a complimentary business lunch, featuring business topics and self-help tips designed to improve your work/life balance. These Chamber Chat events are offered to members, by members!

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?

Women’s Conference attendees share thoughts on value of event

December 30, 2025

A number of Women’s Leadership Conference attendees share their stories on the value of this annual event in their professional and personal development.

Podcast episode highlights creation of Mental Health Collaborative

December 15, 2025

Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce President Dave Eckmann interviews Tara Draeger and Aaron Ruff about the Mental Health Collaborative.

Replay: Four speeches from Chamber’s Awards Night

December 15, 2025

Four individuals were honored at the first Excellence in Business Leadership Awards Night in October.