Annual Meeting & Awards

This much-anticipated event celebrates our Chamber Investors, volunteers, and community members. Please join us as we recognize key contributions to business and our community during our annual award presentation and learn about what the Chamber has prepared for your business in 2023.

The Menomonie Area Chamber & Visitor Center is proud to honor those who contribute to the success of our community as well as area businesses that personify the spirit of entrepreneurship, pride and success that forms the backbone of our local economy.

This event is "entertainment style" with heavy hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar, raffles, and a one-hour award program. An afterparty will take place following the program, to provide enhanced connection opportunities and continued celebrations.

The program will include highlights from 2022, outlooks from our Investor businesses and a look ahead at the upcoming year with the Chamber. Join us in celebrating incredible businesses, area nonprofits, and outstanding individuals in our community!

Please contact our office regarding questions about the format for this event, 715-235-9087.

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Sponsor the 84th Annual Meeting and Awards

Spotlight your business at one of the highly attended, sold out events! The projected attendance is more than 300 guests, sponsors, community leaders and staff.

If you don't see what you are looking for, please contact the Program Manager at [email protected] or 715-235-9087 to explore components of a customized Annual Meeting & Awards sponsorship package!

Sponsorship Opportunities

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Red Carpet Event Schedule

4:30 - 6:15 PM | Food & Drinks

Heavy Hors D'oeuvres Buffet | Cash bar | Raffles | Social Connection | Paparazzi Stations

6:15 - 6:30 PM | Seating & Welcome

Sponsor Welcome Videos

6:30 - 7:45 PM | Program & Awards

Desserts | Cash bar | Closing & Prizes

7:45 - 9:45 PM | Walk of Fame Afterparty

Cash bar | Social Connection | Cocktail snacks | Paparazzi Stations

*Schedule subject to change*

And the winner is...

Hundreds of attendees will celebrate the accomplishments of businesses, organizations and individuals in our community with excellent food, tantalizing refreshments, and standing ovations at the University of Wisconsin - Stout Grand Ballroom. It promises to be an evening to remember - complete with red carpet and fanfare. The Menomonie area communities have many accomplishments to celebrate, will you be there to join us?

Annual Meeting & Awards Ticket = $65.00 per individual ticket

Reserved Table of 8 = $475.00 (savings of $45)

Registration Required

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2022 Award Nominees & Recipients

2022 Board Chair

Ryan Martin

Distinguished Citizen

Bob Schultz

Chamber Legacy

Randy Giertz

Terry Giertz, brother & Cory Giertz, son accepting on his behalf

Ambassador of the Year

Shellee Pechmiller

Good Neighbor

Ludington Guard Band

Business of the Year

Walmart Distribution Center

NOMINEES:

Andersen Windows & Doors

WESTconsin Credit Union

Small Business of the Year

Wilson Creek Inn

Friend of Tourism

Friends of the Red Cedar State Trail

Nonprofit of the Year

Big Brothers Big Sisters of NW WI

Farm Family of the Year

Maple Hills Dairy

NOMINEES:

C&Js Candy Store & Scoop Shoppe

Clear Connection Chiropractic

NOMINEES:

Landmark Conservancy

The Oaks Senior Living

2023 Award Nominations

Please allow yourself 15 - 25 minutes to complete the nomination form, and have all the information about the nominee available with you prior to submitting the form. The Past Presidents and Board of Directors rely on only the data they are given when rating the nomination forms.

How to Access Nomination Forms:

Expand the available award below by selecting the +
Review the condensed overview of each award listed
Select the Nominate a 2022 award title Recipient in green font
Download Nomination Form
Complete the Nomination Form in its entirety
Submit completed Nomination Form prior to January 31, 2023.

If you need assistance completing these forms, please contact our office.

Distinguished Citizen

The Menomonie Area Chamber & Visitor Center will recognize an individual who has made a significant and positive impact in the Menomonie Area. Individuals selected for this award will not only be honored with an
award from the Menomonie Area Chamber & Visitor Center, but also a Distinguished Citizen decree from the office of the Governor.

Eligibility Criteria:

Are not required to be a Chamber Investor
Must have impacted the Menomonie Area through their personal and/or professional efforts
May not be a current elected official; officials no longer in office are eligible for nomination
Are not required to be retired; retired individuals are eligible
Need not be a resident of the immediate Menomonie Area
Model high ethical conduct in both their personal and professional activities

NOMINATE A 2022 DISTINGUISHED CITIZEN RECIPIENT

Large Business of the Year

The Menomonie Area Chamber & Visitor Center will recognize a large business that personifies the spirit of
entrepreneurship, pride and success that forms the backbone of our local economy. Businesses that are
nominated should possess many of the following attributes:

Leadership
Innovation
Employee Investment
Community Service

Eligibility Criteria:

Have more than 25 full-time employees
Be a Chamber Investor in good-standing
Possess attributes as listed above

NOMINATE A 2022 BUSINESS OF THE YEAR RECIPIENT

Small Business of the Year

The Menomonie Area Chamber & Visitor Center will recognize a small business that personifies the spirit of
entrepreneurship, pride and success that forms the backbone of our local economy. Businesses that are
nominated should possess many of the following attributes:

Leadership
Innovation
Employee Investment
Community Service

Eligibility Criteria:

Have fewer than 25 full-time employees
Be a Chamber Investor in good-standing
Possess attributes such as those listed above

NOMINATE A 2022 SMALL BUSINESS RECIPIENT

Nonprofit of the Year

The Menomonie Area Chamber & Visitor Center will recognize top-performing nonprofits who have a significant presence in the Menomonie Area that make our community a great place to work, play &
live. Nonprofits who are nominated for this award shall encompass some or all of the attributes listed on the nomination form.

Eligibility Criteria:

Be a Chamber Investor in good-standing
Be a registered 501C organization or service group as defined by the IRS
Possess attributes listed on the nomination form.

NOMINATE A 2022 NONPROFIT OF THE YEAR RECIPIENT

Farm Family of the Year

The Menomonie Area Chamber & Visitor Center will recognize an individual or family who has made notable contributions to the agriculture industry and their local communities. Considerations to be included in nominations are listed on the nomination form.

Eligibility Criteria:

Are not required to be a Chamber Investor but preference will be given to those who engage in business activities with current Chamber Investor businesses
Must reside in Dunn County
Must have operated as a farm/agri-business at any time in 2022
Demonstrate a commitment to enhancing and supporting the fields of agriculture and/or production

NOMINATE A 2022 FARM FAMILY OF THE YEAR RECIPIENT

Good Neighbor of the Year

The Menomonie Area Chamber & Visitor Center will recognize an individual or business that has dedicated their contributions of time, talents and treasures in the Menomonie Area.

Nominees for this award should encompass some or all of the attributes listed on the nomination form.

Eligibility Criteria:

Are not required to be a Chamber Investor
Must have engaged in recognizable Good Neighbor efforts within two years of the nomination
Must have participated in service work beyond that of a financial contribution
Possess attributes as listed on the nomination form

NOMINATE A 2022 GOOD NEIGHBOR RECIPIENT

Honorary Lifetime Member

The Menomonie Area Chamber & Visitor Center will recognize an individual who has demonstrated significant and positive support of Menomonie Area Chamber & Visitor Center activities.

This recipient of this award will be considered a Chamber Member Investor for the remainder of their lifetime, receiving free membership with access to all Investor benefits.

Eligibility Criteria:

Must be retired or semi-retired
Must have been affiliated with a Chamber member Investor business for a notable amount of time
Are not required to be currently affiliated with a Chamber member Investor business
Must have actively participated in Chamber activities on a regular basis
Board or Committee participation is not required, but preference will be given to those who engaged in volunteer service with the Chamber

NOMINATE A 2022 HONORARY LIFETIME RECIPIENT

We will recognize the top three finalists for Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, and Nonprofit of the Year and announce the recipient live during the awards program.

The announcement of Good Neighbor, Farm Family of the Year, Honorary Lifetime Member, Ambassador of the Year, and Friend of Tourism will be made in March.

The Distinguished Citizen Award will be recognized and announced as the final award during the live awards program.

Annual Meeting & Awards

Thank You Platinum Sponsors

Sponsor the 84th Annual Meeting and Awards

Celebrate With Us by Attending!

Red Carpet Event Schedule

Thank You Gold Sponsors

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Thank You Silver Sponsors

Royal Credit Union

Xcel Energy