Premier & Signature Events
Premier and signature events are the most prestigious and high exposure events of the year and create a lot of buzz in the business community. To see a list of all of our upcoming events and programs, click here.
Golf Outing 2026 (Monday, June 22, 2026)
An annual event bringing together golfers for a day of business development and networking. The 18-hole scramble is coined as one of the most prestigious outings and is sold out every year.
Excellence in Business Leadership Awards Night
featuring the ATHENA Leadership Awards (Date TBD in fall of 2026)
This is the second year for this event which will include the 41st ATHENA Leadership Awards along with the return of the G. Lane Ware Innovator Award, the Jim McIntyre Cornerstone Award and the Liz Tillisch Heart of the Chamber Award.
The Chamber has one of the longest-running and most established ATHENA programs in the country.
Women's Leadership Conference (Date TBD in January 2027)
An annual event focused on providing attendees with inspiration and leadership development to assist them in reaching their full potential in both their professional and personal lives. Returning in 2026: A VIP Networking Event the night prior!
Business EXPO (Date TBD in April 2027)
An annual celebration of businesses in the region, featuring the announcement of the Small Business of the Year Award recipients, the Business EXPO and Fun@EXPO. The Business EXPO is the 'can't miss' event of the year, drawing thousands of attendees from all over the state. The Business EXPO provides an opportunity to grow business networks by connecting attendees with hundreds of exhibitors and is one of the largest tradeshows in the state!
What's new with the Chamber?
Ribbon cutting: Park City Credit Union celebrates new location in Wausau
A ribbon cutting was held at the new Park City Credit Union location on Wausau west side on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
Ribbon cutting: Celebrating the opening of Evergreen Landing with Kolbe Windows & Doors
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held at Evergreen Landing, a housing project completed by Kolbe Windows and Doors on Wausau’s west side, on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
Dozens of Graduates Honored at Transformational Leadership Ceremony
A group of local leaders has completed the Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce’s nine-month Transformational Leadership program.