Business Matters

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Where the matters of business matter! The Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce sits down with local business professionals and together, focus on community driven stories that will spark the question of why business matters.

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September 25, 202651 min

[S4] Business Matters Podcast Premiere: The Journey Behind the Leadership

Coming to you from the WIN Technology Studio, and a special thank you to our media sponsor, HomeTech by Mosaic. For the Season 4 premiere, we’re doing things a little differently. With Dave Minor’s retirement approaching, this episode looks back on his career and the path that brought him to chamber work. Through a series of prompts, Dave reflects on memorable moments, changes within the Chamber and business community, lessons learned and the people who have made an impact along the way.

August 27, 202624 min

[S3] Business Matters Podcast Finale: Play Ball with the Eau Claire Express

Welcome to the Season 3 finale of the Business Matters podcast! Coming to you from the WIN Technology Studio, with a special thank you to our media sponsor, HomeTech by Mosaic. In this season finale, Business Engagement & YP Director Lorance Uwinaza sits down with Jake Horan of the Eau Claire Express to talk about what it takes to bring summer collegiate baseball to Carson Park. From sponsorships and ticket sales to staffing, fan experience, community partnerships and year-round preparation, they explore everything that comes together to make it all happen.

July 31, 202629 min

[S3] Business Matters Podcast Episode 14: Strong Kids Shape Strong Communities with BGCGCV

Welcome to a new episode of the Business Matters podcast! Coming to you from the WIN Technology Studio, and a special thank you to our media sponsor, HomeTech by Mosaic. In this episode, Director of Workforce Hope Turvaville sits down with Boys & Girls Clubs of the Greater Chippewa Valley Chief Executive Officer Travis Ida to discuss the importance of mentorship, career exploration, workforce readiness, and the role organizations like Boys & Girls Clubs play in helping young people build the skills and confidence needed for future success.

June 30, 202645 min

[S3] Business Matters Podcast Episode 13: Tradition Meets Tomorrow at Muldoon’s Men’s Wear

Welcome to a new episode of the Business Matters podcast! Coming to you from the WIN Technology Studio, and a special thank you to our media sponsor, HomeTech by Mosaic. In this episode, Chamber President & CEO Dave Minor sits down with John Muldoon of Muldoon's Men's Wear to explore what it takes to build a business that stands the test of time. The conversation highlights how Muldoon's has adapted to changing customer expectations, built lasting relationships across generations, and remained a trusted part of the Eau Claire community while continuing to evolve in today's retail landscape.

May 14, 202637 min

[S3] Business Matters Podcast Episode 12: Building a Brand that Connects

Welcome to a new episode of the Business Matters podcast! Coming to you from the WIN Technology Studio, and a special thank you to our media sponsor, HomeTech by Mosaic. In this episode, Chelsea Seckora, Director of Brand & Communications, is joined by McKenna Scherer and Jake Smith of Volume One to discuss how the organization has grown into a recognizable and trusted voice within the community. From highlighting local stories and culture to evolving alongside changing media and marketing trends, the conversation explores the intentional strategy, creativity, and relationship-building that have helped Volume One carve out a unique presence in the region.

April 24, 202633 min

[S3] Business Matters Podcast Episode 11: Business Moves Made Easier with Two Men & a Truck

Welcome to Season Three of the Business Matters podcast! Coming to you from the WIN Technology Studio, and a special thank you to our media sponsor, Hometech by Mosaic. In this episode, Senior Director of Operations Kaylynn Winegar is joined by Sally Flinck of Two Men and a Truck to break down what actually makes a move go smoothly—especially for businesses. From planning ahead and avoiding common pitfalls to keeping operations on track during a transition, this episode is packed with practical takeaways (and a few things you’ll definitely want to avoid).

March 27, 202631 min

[S3] Business Matters Podcast Episode 10: Investing in the Next Generation of Skilled Workers

Welcome to Season Three of the Business Matters podcast! Coming to you from the WIN Technology Studio, and a special thank you to our media sponsor, Hometech by Mosaic. In this episode, Director of Workforce Hope Turvaville sits down with Elisia Gonsowski of Riverside Machine & Engineering to explore the impact of Youth Apprenticeship from a business perspective. The conversation highlights who Riverside Machine & Engineering is, what they do, and how investing in workforce development helps build a strong pipeline of skilled workers for the future.

March 4, 202640 min

[S3] Business Matters Podcast Episode 8: Building Hearts-The Mission and Meaning Behind HeartWorks Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce 110 subscribers

Welcome to Season Three of the Business Matters podcast! Coming to you from the WIN Technology Studio, and a special thank you to our media sponsor, Hometech by Mosaic. In this episode, Chamber President & CEO Dave Minor sits down with Tim Nelson of HeartWorks to explore how innovation and science are shaping the future of cardiac care. The conversation dives into who HeartWorks is, how they use a person’s own cells to strengthen existing heart muscle or grow new, beating heart tissue, and what “building hearts” truly means.

March 4, 202631 min

[S3] Business Matters Podcast Episode 9: Powering Business through Energy, Policy & Infrastructure

Welcome to a new episode of the Business Matters podcast! Coming to you from the WIN Technology Studio, and a special thank you to our media sponsor, HomeTech by Mosaic. In this episode, host Scott Rogers sits down with Julie Thoney of Xcel Energy to explore how energy infrastructure, reliability, and public policy intersect to support business growth and economic development. This episode also marks Scott’s final time behind the mic as the Chamber’s Senior Director of Governmental Affairs, where he has played a key role in elevating policy conversations that continue to shape our region’s future.

December 18, 202546 min

[S3] Business Matters Podcast Episode 7: A Century of Partnership: UW-Eau Claire

Welcome to Season Three of the Business Matters podcast! Coming to you from the WIN Technology Studio, and a special thank you to our media sponsor, Royal Credit Union. In this episode, Chamber President & CEO Dave Minor sits down with UW-Eau Claire Interim Chancellor, Dr. Michael Carney. As an Eau Claire Chamber 110th Birthday Ambassador, the University shares its commitment to academic excellence, student life, and community engagement. The conversation also reflects on the long-standing partnership between the Chamber and UW-Eau Claire and its role in shaping Eau Claire’s future.