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Networking Programs

Networking programs help members expand their personal and professional networks.

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

Next Wave

The Chamber's Next Wave program offers bi-monthly meetings of a vibrant social engagement group tailored for young professionals. This program provides essential connections, networking opportunities and a supportive community where emerging professionals can learn, grow and thrive together. Next Wave is complimentary for Chamber members, but limited to the first 30 registrants per meeting.

Fun@5

Fun@5 events offer networking opportunities developed to build professional and personal networks, strengthen existing relationships and promote business, all in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.

If you are interested in hosting a Chamber-sponsored Fun@5 event, please complete this form. A Chamber representative will be in contact with you shortly to discuss further. Review a guide to hosting these events here.

Holiday Parade Viewing Party

Enjoy Wausau's annual Holiday Parade from the comfort of the Chamber's depot headquarters. This special complimentary event for members will include snacks, beverages and desserts from various Chamber members.

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.

Crafted Conversations

networkingCrafted Conversations is the social offering which grows out of the Chamber's Business Advocacy efforts. The program is a small gathering, complimentary for members, in which well-crafted conversations and crafted beverages come together. This program features guests from around the state to provide specialized insights on topics related to Business Advocacy.

New Member Appreciation Breakfasts

A 'network and learn' program offered quarterly for new, prospective and current Chamber member investors looking to review the benefits of Chamber membership.

What's new with the Chamber?

Chamber announces 2025-2026 Board of Directors

September 4, 2025

The Board of Directors represents the entire membership of the Chamber and the Wausau Region’s business community. Their duty is to set the long-term vision of the Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce in response to members’ needs.

New Jobs on the Block returns this month

September 3, 2025

The North Central Wisconsin Workforce Development Board, along with their workforce partner agencies at the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, Forward Service Corporation, CW Solutions and the Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce, will host a unique job fair on the 400 Block in downtown Wausau in September.

Chamber presents money raised at Heckle Hole to member non-profits

August 27, 2025

The Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce hosted its 35th annual golf outing on Monday, June 23 at the Wausau Country Club. The 18-hole scramble introduced a new Heckle Hole on the third tee. Chase Outdoors was the inaugural sponsor of the Heckle Hole.