The legacy of Olson's Ice Cream Working as a family team The Eau Claire location Culver's restaurants in Florida Advice to would be entrepreneurs Guests: Dan and Jeremy Hunt, Olson's Ice Cream Beer Enjoyed: Boddington's Pub ale, Manchester UK

Transition from banking Relevancy of United Way Getting to root causes Identifying social needs and priorities Encouraging contributors and volunteers Guest:  Ryan Ludy, Executive Director United Way of the Greater Chippewa Valley Beer Enjoyed:  Blood Orange Blonde, Brickfield Brewing Grantsburg, WI

Evolution of Coffee Groups Operating multiple businesses under one roof K-Point Brewery Keeping Coffee Grounds unique Future business plans Guest: Eric Nelson, Owner of The Coffee Grounds Beer Enjoyed: K Point Brewing Red Lager

The history of Loopy's Developing the Loopy Dome Creating a venue out of the Chippewa River Giving back to the community Staying Relevant Guest: Loopy (Bill Kleich), owner of Loopy's Grill and Saloon Beer Enjoyed: Leinie's Summer Shanty

Following Mike Jordan Retuning to Chamber work as the President New Chamber Initiatives Carving a unique space for Chippewa Falls in the Chippewa Valley Guest: Allyson Wisniewski, President CF Chamber of Commerce Beer Enjoyed: Leinie's Honey Lemon Light

History of Huntsinger Farms Making horseradish, mustard, and sauces fun Keeping horseradish relevant for younger generations Hosting Farm Technology Days Future Plans Guest:  Eric Rygg, President Silver Springs Foods Beer Enjoyed:  Tangerine Space Machine Hazy IPA, New Holland Brewing Co.

Role of the EC City Council President Proudest Accomplishment as city Council President Advice for governing in divisive times Best ways to get involved in city government Favorite Things / Places in Eau Claire Guest:  Kerry Kincaid, Leadership Scholar.  Former EC City Council President  Beer Enjoyed:  Trippel Belgian Style Ale, New Belgium Brewery

Chippewa Valley commercial construction market Finding and maintaining workers Flooring supply chain Trends in commercial flooring Advice for new business owners Guest:  Jeff Stone, Co-Owner Swanson’s Flooring Beer Enjoyed:  Hacker Pschorr Weissbier, Munich Germany

Impact of the pandemic on the growth of kubb U.S. Champion National Kubb Championship preparations Tips for spectators Where does kubb go from here? Guest:  Eric Anderson, Director US National Kubb Championship Beer Enjoyed:  Dare Mighty Things Hazy IPA, the Brewing Projekt

Value in Working with a Marketing Firm Offices in San Francisco, New York, and Eau Claire. Why Eau Claire? Rediscovering the Chippewa Valley Growth Opportunities for the Community   Guests:  Lee Caraher, President and CEO of Double Forte Beer Enjoyed:  Ending Machine Sour Ale, The Brewing Projekt   

Brewing Inspiration Differentiating Modicum from other Micro Breweries Path to Becoming an Entrepreneur Creating a Tasting Experience The Future of Craft Brewing Guest:  Eric Rykal, Owner/Brew Master Modicum Brewery Beer Enjoyed:  Modicum Original

Safety of local financial institutions Competing in a tight labor market Matching employee life / work balance with customer’s service expectations Reaching out to Gen Z Guest – Traci Holister, Partner and Financial Team Leader, Wipfli LLP Beer Enjoyed – La Chouffe, Belgium Blond Ale

History of Sand Mining in Wisconsin Protections put in place the help close the mines The ‘Gold Rush’ Days Current Sand Mining Status Legacy of Improved rail infrastructure Guest:  John Behling, President Weld Riley, S.C. Beer Enjoyed:  Tank 7 American Saison, Boulevard Brewing

Homelessness statistics in Chippewa County The growth of housing insecurity Inspiration of Hope Village Tiny houses vs apartments First year results Future plans Guests: Mike Cohoon, Executive Director Hope Village & Jessica Oleson Bue, Chippewa County Housing Authority Beer Enjoyed: Reissdorf Kolsch Ale, Cologne Germany

Cigan properties is more than Banbury Place History of Banbury Place Acquisition / Conversion Types of Businesses that operate out of the property On going building updates and tenant transitions Guests:  Jack and Max Kaiser, owners of Cigan Properties Beer Enjoyed:  Dupont Saison, Belgium

What is podcasting? What makes a good podcast The importance of multiple revenue streams The importance of local media Guest:  Scott Montesano, Owner of Eau Claire Hometown Media and the Voice of the UWEC Blugolds Beer Enjoyed:  Le Chouffe, Belgian Blond

How the Pablo Group encourages and supports start-up businesses Gauging the level of entrepreneurial activity in the Chippewa Valley The Chippewa Valley’s strengths as a business start-up community The impact of COVID on business start-up activity The impact of government support and tax policies Guest:  Elaine Coughlin, Director of Investments and Entrepreneurship at the Pablo Group Beverages Enjoyed:  Sprecher orange and cream soda(s), Leinie’s Honey Weiss

The evolution of office equipment Office of the future Digital storage vs Paper storage Coolest gadget in your office Pulse on the local economy Guest:  Dave Johnson, VP of Product Print and Strategic Accounts, EO Johnson Business Technologies Beer Enjoyed:  Smithwick’s Red Ale

Current status of the Chippewa Valley housing market Need for a real estate agent despite tight home supply Selling your home yourself Impact of higher interest rates on demand / affordability Most desirable listings Home improvements that deliver the highest resale value Growth in the construction of apartments / twin homes Guest: Scott Wolfe, Century 21 Metro Realty Beer Enjoyed: Bell’s Robust Porter

Crime in the Chippewa Valley Public’s attitude towards police Recruiting new officers Ways that citizens can protect themselves and assist law enforcement The value of home electronic surveillance equipment Guest:  Chief Matthew Kelm, Chippewa Falls Police Department Beer Enjoyed:  Conway’s Irish Ale, Great Lakes Brewing Co

Inspiration to start Village.com website dentifying activity providers Scaling up website for other communities Screening of activity providers Offering grants / scholarships for participants Guest: Noah Plewa, Owner and CEO of Village.com Beer Enjoyed: Tank 7 American Saison, Boulevard Brewing Company

Pablo Attendance post-COVID Acts which draw well Pricing acts for the Eau Claire market Securing acts Staffing issues Guest: Jason Jon Anderson, Executive Director Pablo Center for the Arts Beer Enjoyed: Rodenbach Grand Cru, Beligium

Keys to achieving financial security Good habits to start in 2023 Ways to keep couples on the same financial page Advice for weathering a recession Joining a Dave Ramsey financial program Guests: Chris and Annalie Thies, Instructors for Dave Ramsey Financial Planning Beer(s) Enjoyed: Leinies Northwoods Lager and New Glarus Moon Man

Significant personal or business tax changes for 2023 Preparation you (as the filer) can do that your accountant would greatly appreciate When do you need a CPA vs a bookkeeper / tax preparer? Encouraging young people to enter the accounting profession Advice for improving your tax filing experience. Moving to another state for tax considerations Most misunderstood or underutilized deductions. Guest: Craig Olsen, Principal Accountant, Clifton Larson Allen Beer Enjoyed: Carolus Imperial Dark

Top Events coming to the Chippewa Valley in 2023 Has Eau Claire retained its status as a tourist draw post COVID? Planning for the opening of the Sonnentag Center Expanding Eau Claire’s role as a Midwest music destination Attractions that locals take for granted that tourists flock to Guest: Benny Anderson, Executive Director Visit Eau Claire Beer Enjoyed: Baltic Porter, Lazy Monk Brewing

Stability of Northwestern Bank Chippewa Valley Economic forecast for 2023 Upcoming Changes for Northwestern Bank Fed Interest Rate Increase(s) Crypto Currencies Guest: Jerry Jacobson, President and CEO of NB Beer Enjoyed: Leinenkugel’s Honey Weiss

Moving from California Irvine Park Christmas Lights / Village Status of the Chippewa Falls public pool Erickson Park Public Park Support from the Community Guest:  John Jimenez, City of Chippewa Falls Director of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Beer Enjoyed:  Modelo Especial

New museum opening and important dates What spaces will be new and what ‘classic’ exhibits will be retained in the new museum? What will happen to the Play Spaces? Status of the day care and 4K classroom Guest:  Michael McHorney, Executive Director Children’s Museum of Eau Claire Beer Enjoyed:  Goose Island Bourbon Country Aged Stout

The impact of the low unemployment rate of CVTC’s enrollment Most popular areas of study The impact of the new west campus facilities Long term need for degrees and certifications Guest:  Dr. Sunem Beaton-Garcia, President Chippewa Valley Technical College Beer Enjoyed:  Delirium Noel

Role of a municipal attorney Legal role in revitalizing downtown Eau Claire Eau Claire projects beyond downtown Jeffers Road Park Development Guest:  Steve Nick, Eau Claire City Attorney Beer Enjoyed:  Paulaner Salvator Double Bock

How did the red wave turn into a red ripple? What did the Wisconsin election results tell us about state politics? Donald Trump announces his campaign Wisconsin as a purple state Guest:  John Frank, Political Analyst Beer Enjoyed:  Orval Trappist Ale

Coming projects to Chippewa Falls Housing options in the city Purchase of State owned land Potential areas of redevelopment Status of the Chippewa Falls sand plant Guest: Brad Hentschel, City of Chippewa Falls Planner Beer Enjoyed: Vanilla Porter, Breckenridge Brewery

Current status of the Chippewa Valley Free Clinic Finding specialized care for those unable to afford it Rewarding aspects of volunteering Raise Spirits, Give Hope in a box fundraiser Guest: Dr. Brent Wogahn, Chippewa Valley Free Clinic Volunteer Beer Enjoyed: Fire Tire, New Belgium Brewery

Growing up as an entrepreneur family Lessons learned in running a small business Selling a business Role as a NB Board of Director member What NB clients should know about our Board Guest:  Heidi Boxx, Entrepreneur and NB Board Member Beer Enjoyed:  Paulaner Oktoberfest

The evolution of Chippewa Falls in the past 25 years The relationship between Chippewa Falls and Eau Claire The Chamber as a driver of tourism Most rewarding project Vision of the Chippewa Valley in the next 10 years   Guest:  Mike Jordan, President of the Chippewa Falls Area Chamber of Commerce Beer Enjoyed:  Golden Draak, Amber Quadruple Ale

The Childcare Shortage Crisis Challenges Operating a Daycare Transitioning a Child into the Daycare Environment Advice to Parents Looking for Daycare Options Guest: Garret Bresina, Owner Kids USA Learning Center Beer Enjoyed: Leinie’s Oktoberfest

What is the purpose of service clubs Unique role service clubs play in our community How does Rotary differ from other service clubs How is Rotary changing to meet the needs of younger members Guest: Karen Hebert, Past District Governor Rotary International Beer Enjoyed: Nitro Milk Stout, Left Hand Brewing Company

Latest Trends in Brewing Creating an Experience at Leinie’s Lodge Types of folks who visit the Lodge The story behind Captain Jack Helles Bock Guest:  Lindsey Everson, Leinie Lodge Manager Beers Enjoyed:  Leinenkugel Juicy Peach and Captain Jack Helles Bock

What is Fierce Freedom? Human trafficking vs sexual assault Trafficking in the Chippewa Valley What one can do to help Guest: Jenny Almquist, Executive Director of Fierce Freedom Beer Enjoyed: Paulaner Oktoberfest

Inspiration for Reboot Social Sourcing materials for an arcade bar in a pandemic Blazing One’s own trail in a family run business Advice to folks looking to buy a car today Guest: Charlee Markquart, co-owner Reboot Social Beer Enjoyed: Moon Man, New Glarus Brewing Compan

How students and staff have bounced back from COVID Will 2022-23 be a ‘normal’ school year? Managing a growing student population Transitioning to the Middle Border Conference Guest: Dr. Heidi Eliopoulos, Superintendent Altoona Public Schools Beer Enjoyed: Mango Farm Hazy IPA, Coronado Brewing Company CA

The role of Congressional staffers How the work of Congressional staffs differs from Congressional committees Effective ways to connect with your member of Congress Living in DC vs living in the Chippewa Valley How your member can assist you and your family when you visit DC Guest: Jeanne Kuehl, U.S. Congressional Staffer Beer Enjoyed: Spencer Monk’s Reserve Ale

What qualifies as a veterinarian emergency? Relationship with traditional vet clinics Caring for a pet owner as well as their pet Procedures developed for humans now available to animals Guest: Dr. Kara Nelson, Founder of Allied Emergency Vet Services

How EAU came to be an Essential Service Airport and what that means The Sun Country’s proposed service schedule to EAU The challenges of servicing larger aircraft How buses may play a role in offering ticketing and screening passenger in route to MSP. Guest:  Charity Zich, Director Chippewa Valley Regional Airport Beer Enjoyed:  Blu, by Grainbelt

Is the Chippewa Valley attractive to young adults as a place to live? How the Chippewa Valley compares with larger communities for livability What the area lacks for young adults Favorite places to meet people Guests: Sidney Gullickson and Mike Farrow Beverage Enjoyed: Saison DuPont, Tourpes Belgium (Mike and Jerry), bottled water (Sidney)

The history of John’s Auto Parts How the auto part business has changed in the past 50 years Services folks can perform on their own cars Electric vehicles Guest: John Pederson, Owner of John’s Auto Parts Beer Enjoyed: Leinie’s Honey Weiss

Things that make the JAM experience unique What goes into putting on a music festival Signing talent for JAM Purchase of property for JAM relocation / expansion Guest:  Kathy wright, General Manager Country JAM USA Beer Enjoyed:  Sam Adams Summer Ale

Updates on Downtown Projects Annexations to the City of Eau Claire Biggest Challenges facing Eau Claire in the next 5 years Impact of reduced air service to area growth Guest: Aaron White, Economic Development Manager, City of Eau Claire