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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?

Business Profile: Legacy Lift Services

July 24, 2026

Legacy Lift Services on Wausau’s west side offers mobile forklift service across central Wisconsin.

Wellness Conference Designed to Boost Your Bottom Line

July 20, 2026

Professionals are invited to attend a new conference focused on the future of workplace health, namely preventative wellness.

Chamber staff member completes Career Pathways training

July 17, 2026

The Chamber’s Brian Otten recently completed the Designing Employer-Driven Career Pathways training offered by the ACCE Foundation.