At the Cross Plains Area Chamber of Commerce, we believe people do business with who they know, so we create opportunities for businesses to connect with each other and build business relationships. The CPACC is comprised of approximately 100 local businesses members who work together for the betterment of our community. We are passionate about improving our community while we grow healthy businesses. We are a volunteer driven association with a Board of Directors, an Executive Director, and several volunteer committees that work collaboratively to meet our goals and mission. We Promote, Connect and Advocate for our members.
The CPACC mission statement is: "Promote a strong economy and high quality of life for our Chamber members and the Cross Plains Area community." We want to promote a viable and healthy civic and business climate within our community.
What does Chamber membership mean for you? Join us and experience the wide variety of benefits available to members such as:
· Networking -- Chamber members say the opportunity to meet and interact with fellow business people at Chamber events is one of the best benefits of membership. We offer a multitude of networking opportunities throughout the year, and will be increasing our networking and speaking engagements significantly in 2011.
· Promotions – We offer many effective ways to promote your business, events, awards, and news, including our website, newsletter, email notifications, event sponsorships, and via our accounts with Facebook, and LinkedIn. We can also share information regionally through Thrive, and statewide via our new partnership with the Department of Tourism.
· Value-added benefits for members – Member discounts, cost-saving programs such as health insurance, member referrals, and promotion of Chamber bucks to keep spending local.
· Community Support & Donations -- The Chamber supports the Cross Plains Community in many ways, hosting family events such as the Memorial Day Chicken BBQ and Santa’s Visit each year. We also support the community by making donations to worthy causes such as the Rosemary Garfoot Public Library and the American Legion Memorial Fund. Each year we also offer a scholarship program for local high school graduates.
· Regional & Statewide relationships with other business associations and chambers.
· Marketing materials to promote your business and Chamber initiatives.
The Cross Plains Area Chamber of Commerce leads economic and community development and garners support through its members. We strive to enhance the quality of life throughout the Cross Plains Area and focus upon the issues that affect you most. We act as the focal point of economic and community development. Through Chamber membership, you gain a collective voice for local business, and government.
This next year promises to be an exciting time as we continue to grow as your Chamber of Commerce. This is the time to invest in your community so we can bring the best possible services to you and your business. We have endless opportunities for great change ahead. How can you help your businesses and community prosper and grow? We invite you to become a member and take an active role in your Community and your Chamber. Together we have the opportunity to make the Cross Plains Area an even better place in which to live and do business. Please see the summary of highlights below to learn more details of our accomplishments over the last year.
If you have questions about membership, sponsorship opportunities, or ideas to share, please contact: Executive Director,
Thank you in advance for your time and interest. We look forward to working with you!
2010-2011 CPACC Highlights
The past year has been a very productive year for the Cross Plains Area Chamber of Commerce. We have seen positive growth and a continued dedication from our members. Following is a list of some of the highlights of 2010-2011:
Ø Fifteen new members joined the CPACC in 2010-2011: Tara Stapelmann - Aflac Insurance, Julie Pankow-Helland - Creative Marketing Specialists, Randy Lowenberg - Crescent Builders, Todd Burud - Millwork Marketing Services, Tom Schwartz - On the Spot Detailing, Wanda Gilles - Physicians Plus, Rose Rettenmund - Earl & Rose Rettenmund Farm, Matt Kripschack - Rural Mutual Insurance, Angie Heiman - Send Out Cards, Aron Shelton - Shelton's Bar & Grill, Steve Schmitt - The Shoe Box, Brian Popelars - Walgreens, Karen Barman - Watkins, and Individual Members; Richard Haynes and Randy Case
Ø Built communication tools including; Chamber Newsletter & Email Blasts sharing member, local, statewide and regional items of interest, Constant Contact set up for email and event marketing, and online surveys, implemented SendOutCards for member, client, and prospect communication, continued development of crossplainschamber.net.
Ø Several membership meetings held including; Annual dinner at Coach’s Club, Golf Outing at Lake Wisconsin Country Club, Community Update held at Coach’s Club, Chamber Mixer held at
Ø We held our first Business Fair at The American Legion, partnered with Black Earth Chamber. The event was a great success, 80 businesses participated and about 100 visitors attended.
Ø Community events including Santa’s Visit at the Fire station, Easter Egg Hunt at
Ø Community support including; donation to the Babe Ruth team when they competed in the World Series, partnered with Village Office to continue to distribute new resident welcome packets and promote community information, continued support of the “Chamber Bucks” Program designed to promote the business community and help keep shopping dollars in Cross Plains, set up charity account at Mattel Store to purchase toys for events at a minimum of 30% discount.
Ø Formulating statewide and regional relationships with chambers, other civic/business organizations such as Thrive, Wisconsin Department of Tourism, and Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Executives (WCCE). Executive Director attended annual WCCE conference to network, learn best practices and trends of Chambers statewide.