Chamber Matters
February 2014 
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In This Issue
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Lorain's for her
Kay Newell
10972 N. Port Washington Road
Mequon, WI 53092
(262) 241-7030
Ladies Apparel & Accessories

Jonathan Clark House Museum
Nina Look
PO Box 634
Mequon, WI 53092
262-618-2051
Historic House, Museum
Tours by appointment
 
SPECIAL ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITY
The Mequon-Thiensville Chamber is partnering with the News Graphic to offer special pricing and arrangements for 5 composite segments planned to feature Mequon and Thiensville businesses. 
  

Take advantage of this special joint advertising pricing - just $46.48 for a 2 column wide ad (3.48" x 2" tall). Multiple spaces may be purchased. M-T Chamber members will receive an additional 10% discount off the special pricing and free full color.

 

View the M-T Chamber Composite

flyer for details. Deadline to reserve space is  today, February 6th for the Feb 11th edition.

 

Contact David Koester,  262-305-9756 or  dkoester@conleynet.com.

MEMBER BENEFITS
Are you taking advantage of the Chamber's Discount Partnership Programs?

Office Depot store purchasing discount cards are available at the chamber office. In addition, you can sign up for a program to receive significant discounts on on-line orders. To sign up call Kathleen Wondolkowski at 920-675-6117 or Kathleen.wondolkowski@officedepot.com
Sign-up forms are also available at the chamber office. 
 
Insurance
Several insurance companies offer discounts to our M-T Chamber members for auto and other policies.
  • AAA, Mark Wildermuth, 414-933-3066
  • Liberty Mutual, Chris Harder, 414-359-1051
  • Mid-State Insurance, Erica Joyce, 262-241-0550

Inquire with the companies directly, visit our website directory or call the chamber office for more information.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

The Mequon-Thiensville Chamber of Commerce is seeking a Volunteer Coordinator to be responsible for recruiting, training and managing groups of volunteers, as well as individual members for a volunteer pool. They must have strong communication and management skills, since they must work with many different kinds of people. While this is an unpaid position, the reward will be increased community networking opportunities and or gaining professional experience. Interested individuals may contact Terry Schacht at (414) 416-0725 or 

 
terry.schacht@expresspros.com.
CHAMBER COMMITTEES

 

The two chamber event planning committees are just beginning to meet to plan the 2014 chamber special events.

 

Awards Committee
The Awards Committee plans the Annual Award Dinner which involves handling the selection process for the individuals and businesses nominated for their outstanding contributions to the community. The Citizen of the Year and Business of the Year recipients are recognized at the award dinner and fundraiser. 
 
The 2014 Awards Committee will hold their initial meeting on Wednesday, February 12th from 4:30-5:30 at the Chamber office, 6331 W. Mequon Road

Golf Committee
Help plan the 2014 Annual Golf Classic to be held in June. Interested members arel invited to join the committee. All meetings begin at 7:30 am at Sommer's Automotive - Subaru Building Conference Room, 7211 W. Mequon Road. The meeting schedule has been set: 2/20, 3/6, 3/20, 4/3, 4/17, 5/15, 5/29 and 6/5.

 

Please contact the chamber office at info@mtchamber.org if you are interested in joining one or both of these committees. 
 
Other committee opportunities include joining the Chamber Ambassadors, Membership Committee or the Business Education Committee. Please contact the office for more details about serving on one of these committees as well.
 
Joining a committee is a great way to establish relationships with a core group of members and become further engaged in the chamber.
Commercial Real Estate
Site Information:
11203 N Buntrock Ave.
Mequon, WI 53097
For Lease: $1,800.00 / month
Area: 1,200 sq. ft.

This business real estate listing is provided as a service to Mequon-Thiensville Chamber of Commerce members. Members may Add Commercial Real Estate Listings on to the chamber website, www.mtchamber.org, at no charge.

JOB POSTINGS
Login to your member portal to advertise your company's career opportunities on the chamber website at no charge.

 

Business Manager

Portal Inc. 

1015 Cedar Creek Road
Grafton, WI 53024



HOT DEALS
 
NEW East Towne Veterinary Clinic
Hot Deal Offer Expires: March 31, 2014

  

Acupuncture and Holistic Health Associates 

See if Acupuncture can help you! 

Hot Deal Offer Expires: April 30, 2014

 
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Hot Deal Offers Expire: June 30, 2014 
 

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Chamber members have the opportunity to post special promotions as Hot Deals on the Chamber Website at no charge.

Your special offers will remain posted on the website until your designated expiration date.

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Mequon-Thiensville

Chamber of Commerce

6331 West Mequon Road

Mequon WI 53092

262-512-9358 

 

www.mtchamber.org 

In Business For Your Business 

 

The Mequon-Thiensville Area Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit, independent business organization that supports and promotes its member businesses & organizations.

Greetings!

Be sure to read this edition of Chamber Matters to stay informed about numerous upcoming events and special opportunities being extended to Mequon-Thiensville Chamber of Commerce members.
OZAUKEE NETWORK CHAMBER EXCHANGE
ONCE LUNCHEON        www.mtchamber.org
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
11:30 am to 1:00 pm
The Black Swan -1218 13th Avenue, Grafton
  
SAME GREAT FORMAT...DIFFERENT TIME!
Join us to network with business contacts from Cedarburg, Grafton, Mequon-Thiensville Port Washington and Saukville Chambers of Commerce.
  
Ozaukee Networking Chamber Exchange Format....
11:30 am - 11:45 am Registration
11:45 am - 12:15 pm - Luncheon Buffet catered by Atlas BBQ
12:15 pm -  Each attendee will have the opportunity to do a 30 second introduction and company overview.

Register today! 
Members: $15.00; Non-members and walk-in registrants: $25.00  
Register at 262-512-9358, info@mtchamber.org or  www.mtchamber.org.
STATE OF THE COMMUNITY LUNCHEON
State of the Community Chamber Luncheon
Wednesday, March 5, 2014 -11:45am - 1:30pm
River Club of Mequon,  12400 Ville Du Parc Drive
  
Join us to hear the review of accomplishments,challenges and other highlights about our community.
Presenters:
  • City of Mequon Mayor - Dan Abendroth
  • Village of Thiensville President - Van Mobley 
  • MTSD Superintendent - Dr. Demond Means

Presentations will be followed by a question and answer session.
Fee: $25.00  Please register by 2/28/14
To register call 262-512-9358; online: www.mtchamber.org or info@mtchamber.org
Home, Garden & Leisure Show Vendor Opportunity
40th Annual Home, Garden & Leisure Show
March 14, 15 & 16, 2014
Washington County Fair Grounds

Members of the Mequon-Thiensville Chamber of Commerce have been extended a special opportunity to participate at this year's US Bank Home, Garden & Leisure Show at special member rates. A limited number of booths remain. Please review the Exhibitor Contract and reserve your booth now to take advantage of the early bird discount. This is a well-attended show drawing visitors from Washington and Ozaukee counties and beyond.
MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS & EVENTS
Milwaukee Business Journal

On January 17th The Business Journal Serving Greater Milwaukee reinvented and renamed itself, now called the Milwaukee Business Journal. Take a peek at the complete MBJ January 24, 2014 issue and sign up for a free 4 week trial. 

Winter Frolic

Join the fun indoors and out at the Mequon Nature Preserve on Saturday, February 8th, 2014.

Enjoy sleigh rides, crafts, snow shoeing, bonfire, Outpost cooking class and more. An indoor farmers market will be held from 10am -1pm. This is a free event for all ages. For more information call 262-242-8055 or visit mequonnaturepreserve.org 

Homestead & Shorewood Chamber Orchestra Seeks Sponsors

On Sunday, February 16, 2014, the Homestead and Shorewood High School Chamber Orchestra will perform a concert at Carnegie Hall in New York City. This sixty-six member orchestra was accepted by audition for the opportunity to perform in the famous Isaac Stern Auditorium at Carnegie. A special send-off concert on Tuesday, February 11, 2014, 7:30 PM at the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center (1111 East Brown Deer Road) is free and open to the public.The Orchestra is seeking additional support to defray some special Carnegie expense. Please review the Orchestra Sponsor information and contact John Emanuelson at 262-238-5672 to support the Orchestra.

Take-A-Break Luncheon

COPE Services will host its 15th Annual Take-A-Break Luncheon on Tuesday, February 11, 2014 at 11am at Ozaukee Country Club. Wendy Naarup, world-class tri-athlete, will present the keynote, "Celebrating Life." Through stories and humor, she reminds us that the higher the mountain, the better the view from the top!  All proceeds raised by this event will support COPE, the Crisis Hotline for Ozaukee County, whose mission is to provide emotional support, crisis intervention and information and referral services to callers from Ozaukee County and the Greater Milwaukee area. For reservations and additional information call 262-377-1477 or visit the Take-A-Break Luncheon event page.

Gourmet Gala

Enjoy signature dishes prepared by top chefs paired perfectly with wine for an incredible gastronomic adventure on Friday, February 28, 2014. This is a delicious way to support the Ozaukee Family Enrichment Center programs and your community! Visit http://www.ozaukeefec.org/gourmet_gala.htm for dinner registrations and sponsorship information. Please RSVP by 2/7/14.

You Gotta Have Art

The Cedarburg Cultural Center will host their You Gotta Have Art Fundraiser on Saturday, February 15, 2014. This fundraising event supports the arts education programming of the non-profit CCC where art, music and history have thrived for more than 28 years. The evening's festivities include cocktails and appetizers beginning at 6:30pm, live art demonstrations with an auction of pieces created by six featured artists, a silent auction, Balloon Pop raffle, and entertainment. Guests may come dressed as a favorite painting or artist - costumes are encouraged, but never required. For details and reservations visit the YGHA event page.

Lionfest Request
The Thiensville-Mequon Lions Club is currently planning its 50th Annual Lionfest held at Thiensville Village Park on June 13, 14, 15, 2014. LionFest proceeds benefit community programs, and we are requesting support from local businesses to ensure its success. We would appreciate contributions, in either the form of a cash donation, or a prize for our new 50/50/50 raffle. Please visit www.tmlions.org for more information.
2014 Real Estate Forum
In February, Schenck will be hosting its annual Real Estate Forum. These workshops are designed for developers, real estate investors, builders, and professionals who support the industry. With the real estate industry showing signs of new opportunities and growth, the theme for this year's event is REFRESH. A seminar is scheduled on February 27 at Milwaukee Athletic Club, Milwaukee. For additional information and registration, please visit http://www.schencksc.com/2014reforum/. 

Chamber members may submit announcements and event information for inclusion in the newsletter to info@mtchamber.org. Use the subject line Newsletter Submission Request. Flyer information should be submitted as a url link.

 
Visit www.mtchamber.org for additional members events. Login to your member portal to submit events to the website calendar. Request your member login at info@mtchamber.org.


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