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Congratulations and Thank You October Anniversaries

October 2009

Volume 8, Issue 10

Inside this Issue

BA5 Photos ......................2

September Celebrations .....................3

Chamber Announcements ..............3

New Members .................4

Chamber Members In The News .....................6

Discount Programs .........9

October Events ............ 10

Chamber Staff

Carol White,[email protected]

Dan Schultz,Membership [email protected]

Tina Majinski,Member [email protected]

Providing Our Members With:

• Exceptional networking opportunities

• Business education programming

• Connections to local and state government

• Resources to assist businesses grow and develop

1305 North Barker Road, Suite 5, Brookfield, WI 53045 • Phone: 262-786-1886 • Fax: 262-786-1959 • www.brookfieldchamber.com

Sponsor Net Works!and your company logo will placed here.

Call 262-786-1886 for more details.

Jim Palzewicz, owner of ActionCOACH of Elm Grove, had his plans for growth laid out before him when he launched his franchise in April of 2004.

I still recall the day Jim showed up at the

Chamber office and declared, I want to join the Chamber! We had a pleasant conversation about his business, his goals, and the ways he could gain exposure through the chamber, etc. When he left, I recalled thinking, he’s got his work cut out for him.

As I talked with Jim in preparing this article, he admitted that at that time he had no idea what he was getting himself into. He knew he wanted to have an office of coaches, a stellar reputation and to be known as the business coaching company to go to in Brookfield and the suburbs.

Well, here we are five years later and he and his team have consistently grown the business over 50% year over year. When he started the business, he was it, the only coach and the entire marketing team - with his mother (a retired executive assistant) helping him out with the office

management side of things. Today they are a staff of five dedicated employees with three coaches – Jim’s brother Tom, joined the team in December 2004 and Chris Carmen joined them a year and a half ago. Jim and Tom’s mother has gone back to retirement and Kristy Schaff is their full time office/operations manager. The fifth member of their team, Judi Murphy, joined them in January of this year and is focused on developing strategic alliances for the team.

When Jim started his business, he knew the way to get the word out and meet potential clients was to be committed to networking. He joined a number of chambers and was committed to attending events and getting to know people. He shared that the Brookfield Chamber’s ABLE (Active Business Leads Exchange) program and the Business After 5’s played a vital role in growing his business.

Jim shared that the team has really focused on two key client segments: businesses under one million in annual revenue and businesses over one million in revenue. To serve the business sector under one million, Jim and Tom launched group coaching, an intensive four month program, in 2005.

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Another Brookfield Chamber Business Success Story

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September Business After 5

Thank you to the Wisconsin Athletic Club for hosting the BA5 on September 17!

Patricia Lebon of Johnson Insurance, Jim Kurtz of Screen Specialists, LTD, and Patty Huebner of Patty Care Services, Inc.

Rick Moon of Lunar Communications, Joseph Hastreiter of EWH Small Business Accounting, Patricia Ostrander of Bank Mutual, Linda Gatlin of Elm Grove Travel, and Tim Lantz

Kimberly Mueller and Liz Krier of National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin, Erin Lehto of LaVita Laser Medical Spa, and Sally Piefer of The Schroeder Group, S.C., Attorneys at Law

Cassandra Wind of Wind Touch Healing LLC and Terri Storch of High-Tech Institute

Steve Miazga of Environmental Systems, Inc. and Fran Wiesner of FJW CONSULTING LLC

Victoria Rodgers of Time Warner Cable Business Class, Mary Jane Koenen-Woodall and Shanel Bryant of U.S. Cellular, and Trudy Krajcir of Mrs. Fields

Dan Schultz of the Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce, Scott Rondeau of Candy Bouquet, Dr. Anthony Miller of Brookfield Chiropractic, and Diane Konrath

Thomas Wendt of Bank Mutual, Ed Krajcir of Sunbelt Business Brokers, Allen Busse of Our Town, and Robert Suycott of Tailor Made Benefit Solutions

Wisconsin Athletic Club – Kady Lichucki, Kaycee Bingen, and Arlene Spencer

Annual Multi Chamber Networking EventThursday, October 22, 20095:00 - 7:00 pmSponsored by Sitzberger, Widmann & Co. andSheraton Milwaukee Brookfield HotelHeld at the Sheraton Hotel | 375 S. Moorland Road, BrookfieldClick here to view the event flyer.

MEMBER

ONLY EVENT!Pre-registration with payment is

required.

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September Ribbon Cuttings

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UPCOMINgChAMbEr EvENTS

Multi Chamber Social Media WorkshopMonday, November 25:30 - 9:00 pmSponsored by: WCTC Small business CenterHeld at WCTC800 N. Main Street, PewaukeePresented by Chuck and Susi Schuele of My Virtual ProjectClick here for more details.

Speed NetworkingThursday, November 1211:30 am – 1:00 pmSponsored by Foundations bankHeld at Foundations Bank, lower levelN35 W23877 Highfield Court, Pewaukee Box lunch included. Maximum of two people per company.Click here for more details.

Multi Chamber Advanced LinkedIn WorkshopMonday, November 165:00 - 8:30 pmSponsored by: WCTC Small business CenterHeld at WCTC800 N. Main Street, PewaukeePresented by Wayne Breitbarth of M & M Office Interiors Inc.Click here for more details.

Annual Dinner Meeting & Silent AuctionWednesday, November 18Corporate Sponsor:Pasternak & Zirgibel, S.C.Held at Westmoor Country Club400 South Moorland Road, Brookfield

AbLE 6 Testimonial"Through my active involvement in attend-ing the ABLE 6 meetings, I have developed many strong relationships with a diverse group of Chamber members. The people I meet with have become more than some-one I see once month. They are people I trust and have confidence in which has led to a solid circle of networking."

Phil Esche, LSR Technology, LLC

Photo courtesy of Colin Leedale – Pictured from left to right: Dan Schultz of the Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce, Thomas Carroll and Joseph

Hastreiter of EWH Small Business Accounting, Jim Palzewicz of ActionCOACH of Elm Grove, and Ann and Edward Hastreiter of EWH Small

Business Accounting

EWH empowers your business by providing you with exceptional monthly consultation, account-

ing, tax planning and payroll services. Our focus is making your company more efficient, enabling

you to work on your business rather than in your business. We strive to give you the peace of mind

you deserve.

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Thursday, September 24 to celebrate EWH Small Business Accounting's 30th Anniversary.

20670 Watertown RoadWaukesha • 262-432-2281

www.ewhsba.com

New Member Profi le – Grounds Maintenance Services, LLC

Our historyGrounds Maintenance Services was established in 1999. We are a family owned, medium sized company, which means we will take care of all projects large or small. Working at your home or your place of work, we specialize in giving you back your free time.

Our vision StatementDelivering environmental services through personal relationships built on communication.

Our Mission StatementGrounds Maintenance Services is a team providing high quality, fair priced landscape services. Believing that all clients should enjoy the same quality of workmanship no matter how small the service or how large the project.

We stay on top of the industry. Our competition helps us to learn to be the best. We move with technology to bring the best to you. We give you the well manicured property you deserve, along with minimizing the environmental impact.

Todd Ruedt1130 Davidson RoadBrookfi eld, WI 53045

P: 262-784-8219 | F: 866-236-1546 Landscaping

www.groundsmaintenancewi.com

Photos courtesy of Colin Leedale

Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce • Net Works! • October 2009

Welcome – September New Members

Apexx Group, LLCGina Huff6737 W. Washington Street, Suite 3275West Allis, WI 53214P: 414-475-2262Consultantswww.apexxgroup.com

Big Systems, LLCJoe Jones12599 West Lancaster AvenueButler, WI 53007P: 262-790-1010 | F: 262-790-0020Copiers, Printers, Scanners, and Softwarewww.bigsys.com

Centurion Data SystemsBill KingN27 W23957 Paul Road, Suite 102Pewaukee, WI 53072P: 262-524-9290 | F: 262-524-1555Computer Network Management and Maintenancewww.cendatsys.com

CharroOmar Shaikh17800 W. Bluemound RoadBrookfield, WI 53045P: 262-782-7253 | F: 262-782-7293Restaurantscharrorestaurante.com

Donovan & Jorgenson ElectricRian Wandschneider16935 W. Greenfield AvenueNew Berlin, WI 53151P: 414-406-0894 | F: 262-782-6447Electrical Contractor

Extreme MortgageJim Lutz4040 N. Calhoun Road, Suite 104Brookfield, WI 53005P: 262-853-8555 | F: 262-783-4325Mortgage Specialists

G-Form Fitness/IM = X PilatesGlen Werns19700 W. Bluemound RoadBrookfield, WI 53045P: 262-797-8676 | F: 262-754-8851Sports, Fitnesswww.gFormFitness.com

Hau & Associates, S.C.Dan HauN35 W23877 Highfield Court, Suite 201Pewaukee, WI 53072P: 262-695-5500 | F: 262-264-0097

1208 W. Layton AvenueMilwaukee, WI 53221P: 414-282-9000 | F: 414-282-8932Accountantswww.haucpa.com

Healthy Families of WaukeshaNancy Major434 Madison StreetWaukesha, WI 53188P: 262-524-4121 | F: 262-548-0789Family Serviceswww.pregnancy-support.org

Joe Wilde Co.Wayne Walker16601 W. Cleveland AvenueNew Berlin, WI 53151P: 262-782-0500 | F: 262-782-1229Home Improvementswww.joewilde.com

Mortgage ServicesLinda Marzocco20510 Watertown CourtWaukesha, WI 53186P: 262-565-2345 | F: 262-565-2356Reverse Mortgageswww.msireversemortgage.com

National Accounting & Business SolutionsJohn Brandt, CPA2675 S. Calhoun RoadNew Berlin, WI 53151P: 262-789-1400 | F: 262-789-1403Accountantsnabsllc.com

Shaklee For Life/Anti Aging PlusDiane Stamm2501 S. Sunnyslope RoadNew Berlin, WI 53151P: 262-271-1857Health / Wellnesswww.shaklee.net/dianenewberlinwi

USA Funding Corp.Mitch Harmann17035 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 135Brookfield, WI 53005P: 262-827-0980 | F: 262-827-0985Mortgage Specialistsusafundingcorp.com

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New Member Profi le – Landmark Credit UnionLandmark Credit Union offers banking services but is not a bank. We’re in business for our members, dedicated to providing more educational resources, lower loan rates, lower fees, and higher savings rates.

In addition to the New Berlin branch, we have 14 other convenient locations throughout Southeastern Wisconsin. Membership is open to anyone who lives or works in Southeastern Wisconsin. For more information, contact Sherry Hanson, Branch Manager of Landmark’s New Berlin offi ce at (262) 796-4500, ext. 3501. Better yet, visit Sherry and her friendly Associates at 2775 S. Moorland Road and become a member/owner. You’re worth more here.

Sherry Hanson2775 S. Moorland RoadNew Berlin, WI 53151

P: 262-796-4500 | F: 262-796-4532Credit Unionlandmarkcu.com

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Annual Dinner Meeting and Silent Auction

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They will be starting their 22nd class this November. For businesses over one million in annual revenue, they provide one on one coaching with business owners and their management teams. In addition to these two specific programs, they also offer a quarterly “Growth Club” which is an all day session for business owners to create their next 90 day plan. Their first Growth Club, in 2006 had 30 attendees; today this program averages 140+ attendees. This program is open to clients of the group and one on one coaching, as well as to any business that wants to gain focus on the next 90 days.

One last thing, they just moved into new offices at 13150 Watertown Plank Road, Suite 200. Please join the Chamber at ActionCOACH’s open house on Thursday, October 8 from 4 – 6 pm celebrating their new home with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 4:30 pm.

When asked if there was anything else he wanted to share, Jim stated that he has enjoyed being more involved in the chamber serving as a member of the board of directors and the committee chair for our newly launched Brookfield Business Education Series.

Jim can be reached at ActionCOACH of Elm Grove, 262-790-1213.

For information on your business being featured, contact Carol White at the Chamber office. 262-786-1886

New Member Profi le – Antek IT Solutions, Inc.Antek IT Solutions is a comprehensive computer and technology company. We offer services, repairs, parts, and entire computers. No matter what your computer needs are, we have a solution for you. Antek IT services both individual residences and small businesses, providing fully customized technology solutions to meet the needs of each individual business. Whether we are fi xing your personal computer, or providing a company wide technology solution, Antek IT combines quality service with unrivaled accountability. Call us for all your computer needs.

Bob White4060 N. 127th Street | Brookfi eld, WI 53005

P: 262-527-4920Computer repair / Support

antekit.com

Formal invitations to the annual dinner meeting will be mailed early October.

The meeting provides members an opportunity to recognize and thank the outgoing members of our Board of Directors for their service to the Chamber and to welcome the new board members. We also take this time to recognize member businesses that have been nominated for our awards program.

The Silent Auction is filled with an array of items donated by Chamber

members…and provides a wonderful pre-holiday shopping opportunity. You will find everything from wine baskets, to gift certificates for dinner at many of our wonderful restaurants, to the “Money Jar”, to sports memorabilia. There is sure to be something for everyone! Contact the Chamber office if your business is interested in donating an item.

The evening begins at 5:00 pm with hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar while members and their guests mingle among the tables of items up for bid. An elegant meal follows the auction.

Nominate a Chamber member business:

• Business of the Year• Corporate Citizen of the Year• New Member of the Year

Click the links to be directed to the applications. Applications must be received by October 23.

Corporate Sponsor

PASTERNAK & ZIRGIBEL S.C.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Westmoor Country Club

400 S. Moorland Road, Brookfield

$75 per person$650 – corporate table for eight

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Check us out on:New Member Profi le – Wind Touch Healing LLCAre you looking to put the Wind Back in Your Sail? Wind Touch Healing provides acupuncture, craniosacral therapy, massage, nutritional counseling and herbal remedies to address issues of stress, aging, headaches, acid refl ux, asthma, low libido, depression, menstral irregularities, pain, fi bromyalgia, tendonitis and more. Don’t let ill health keep you from doing the things you enjoy. Life is best lived fully.

Cassandra Wind has a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine and over 25 years of experience in western diagnostic medicine. She interned at the University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Guangzhou, China and is currently involved in the Make Mine A Million Project.

Cassandra Wind, BS; MSOM; LAc13620 W. Capitol Drive, Suite E

Brookfi eld, WI 53005P: 262-790-1713Acupuncture

www.windtouchhealing.com

ChAMbEr MEMbErS IN THE NEWS

Recognizing Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce members receiving awards

EWh Small business AccountingEWH has been named a 2009 Five Star Best In Client Satisfaction Wealth Manager by Milwaukee Magazine in partnership with Crescendo Business Services.

Tom Palzewicz ActionCOACh of Elm groveTom Palzewicz has received the Global Action Man Award at the ActionCOACH Global Conference.

ralph redlinSitzberger, Widmann & Co.Ralph Redlin, senior account manager, has received the 2009 Five Star Wealth Managers Best in Client Satisfaction award for accounting services.

The Schroeder group, S.C., Attorneys at LawWaukesha County Executive Daniel Vrakas has named The Schroeder Group, S.C. as the 2009 Business of the Year Honorable Mention.

The Schroeder Group, S.C. has also been awarded a 2009 metroparent Family Friendly Award.

Have you been recognized for an award? Email the Chamber office with [email protected]

Representati ve Leah Vukmir (R)14th Assembly District

LEGISLATIVE UPDATEYour Business ConneCtion

Friday, October 16, 20098:00 - 9:30 am

Brookfi eld City Hall – Common Council Room2000 N. Calhoun Road, Brookfi eld

Program Sponsor

Do you want to be “in the know” of what’s going on at our state capitol…what decisions are being made

that aff ect YOU as a business owner and resident of Wisconsin? If so, the GBCC Legislati ve Update is where

you need to be to keep informed and hear directly from state representati ves and state senators!

Talking Points

Wisconsin tax burden and its impact on our business

climate and ability to attract new business

Wasteful spending in government and ways to

streamline government

Creating an environment that attracts jobs Milwaukee County

Executi veScott Walker

Maximize Your Membership – A special thank you to Time Warner Cable Business Class for

sponsoring this event. At the September 8 MYM session, both existing and new Chamber members

created their 30-second commercial, learned more about Chamber benefits, and networked with one

another. The next session will be held on December 8 from 8:00 – 9:30 am.

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ADVANCE REGISTRATION WITH PAYMENT REQUIRED BY MONDAY, OCTOBER 5Chamber Member Discounted Rate: $25.00 | General Admission: $30.00

_______________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________name company name

_______________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________guest name guest company name and phone number

Prepayment available by cash, check or credit card - M/C or Visa. No refunds for prepaid individuals who are unable to att end.

Charge credit card on fi le Email, fax, or mail a receipt

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RSVP to the Greater Brookfi eld Chamber of Commerce 1305 N. Barker Road, Ste 5, Brookfi eld, 53045 | ph: 262-786-1886, ext. 5 | fax: 262-786-1959 | bcc@brookfi eldchamber.com

Thursday, October 811:00 am – 1:00 pmLunch program with opportunity for networking

Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts – Dawes Studio19805 W. Capitol Drive, Brookfi eld

Chamber Member Rate: $25.00 | General Admission: $30.00

Have you been wondering if you should dive into the social medium of Facebook and/or Twitt er?

This program will help you think your way through a strategy of how to incorporate social media into your traditi onal marketi ng plan.

Please note: this program is not a training session on Facebook or Twitt er – but rather uti lizing these tools in your marketi ng.

Christi na founded Clear Verve Marketi ng in

2006 aft er serving in a variety of in-house

and agency positi ons in Milwaukee. Christi na

brings her clients over 15 years of experience

in product and service marketi ng, personnel

functi ons, and event planning. Before founding

Clear Verve, Christi na launched the marketi ng

departments of one of Milwaukee’s largest

local accounti ng fi rms and one of Milwaukee’s

largest local law fi rms. She has won two

nati onal Accounti ng Marketi ng Associati on

Awards, a nati onal Law Marketi ng Associati on

Award, and several local awards for her work.

presenterChristi na Steder, President ofClear Verve Marketi ng, LLC

Social media IS happening – with or without you! Be sure you’re not left behind.

Business Serious Workshops

Economic Development Committee

Led by Workshop Leaders, ActionCOACH of Elm Grove

Please check each workshop you will attend.

October 9, 2009Setting Your Future as a Business

October 23, 2009 Generating Cash Flow – Leverage, Marketing, Building a Marketing Campaign

November 6, 2009Mastery – Gaining Control of Your Business

November 20, 2009Streetwise Marketing – Unique Selling Proposition and Guarantees

December 4, 2009 Sales Made Simple

December 18, 2009� e ‘6 Steps to Massive Results’

January 8, 2010* GrowthCLUB – Create Your 90 Day Plan to get you where you want to go as a business owner (all day).

January 22, 2010Leverage – Bringing together all of the strategies you’ve worked on over the past 3 months and discuss the results you want to achieve moving forward.

Save money and attend complete workshop series

Who Should Attend – Business owners, CEOs, General Managers

Workshop Venue and Times

Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts*19805 W. Capitol Drive, Brook� eld8:00 a.m. – Registration / Refreshments8:15-10:15 a.m. – Workshop

*GrowthCLUB (January 8, 2010- all day workshop) will be held at a venue to be determined.

Special Pricing courtesy of Partners - $59 (regularly $99)GrowthCLUB – 90 day planning session - $99 (regularly $275)

Save money and buy complete series up front Seven 2-hour workshops + 1-all day, 90-day planning workshop$460 reduced from $512

Pre-registration and payment is required by the Wednesday prior to the workshop date.

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH

Presenting Partner

Workshop Schedule

In order to bett er understand our audience, please check the appropriate box.

Over 1 million sales (annual revenue) Under 1 million sales (annual revenue)

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Prepayment available by cash, check or credit card - M/C or Visa. No refunds for prepaid individuals who are unable to att end.

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_____________________________________ __________________ ______________ ________________________________________________billing address for card name - numeric only billing zip code date signature

RSVP to the Greater Brookfi eld Chamber of Commerce 1305 N. Barker Road, Ste 5, Brookfi eld, 53045 | ph: 262-786-1886, ext. 5 | fax: 262-786-1959 | bcc@brookfi eldchamber.com

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Member to Member Discount Programs

SAvE MONEYand support your fellow

Brookfield Chamber members!

Take advantage of ongoing discounts provided to YOU by the Chamber member companies listed.

To find out more about the discounts available, please visit our “Member to Member Discounts” page on our website at www.brookfieldchamber.com.

Would you like to promote your business and connect with members by offering an ongoing, unique discount to Brookfield Chamber members? Please call us today to sign up! 262-786-1886

Not pictured: Quality Inn Brookfield

18155 W. Bluemound Road, BrookfieldP: 262-792-1212milwaukeebrookfield.doubletree.com

15% Discount on Guest Rooms & Meeting Rooms

GBCC Members receive a

Accent your travel with our hotel’s warm and relaxing rooms featuring high-speed Internet access, speaker phones, large working desk, coffee maker and the signature Doubletree radio and Sweet Dreams® Bed.

For stellar corporate events, rely on the smart conference facilities and thoughtful event assistance of the Doubletree Hotel. Host a meeting in our executive boardroom with seating for 16. For larger events, our elegant ballroom offers 2,100 sq. ft. and holds up to 225 eager guests.

Great locationPerformance, meeting, and conference spacenestled in Brookfield’s Mitchell Park

State-of-the-art technologyCutting-edge audio visual capabilities

Sleek environsSophisticated design, artful, naturally-lit spaces

20% discount on rental rates for Chamber Members. Call now to book your event.

19805 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield(262) 781-9470 wilson-center.comFREE PARKING

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Calendar of Events - October 2009

Tom Krumenacher, Board Chair Ryan Kromholz & Manion, S.C.

John AllenAllen & Murphy

bill bullochWCTC

Sherry DouglasSEEK Careers/Staffing, Inc.

Dan hansenPark Bank

Sandra hendricksonInvestment Title & Closing Services

Tony IanniceCarrabba’s Italian Grill

Jeanie Martin, Vice ChairSqueegee Squad

Jim PalzewiczActionCOACH of Elm Grove

Sally Piefer, Chair ElectThe Schroeder Group, S.C., Attorneys at Law

Michelle Prusinski, TreasurerSitzberger, Widmann & Co.

Chad Schultz, Past Board ChairInnovative Signs, Inc.

Chad SwalheimM&I Bank

D-J Swant, Vice ChairBrookfield Rehabilitation & Specialty Care

rendall ThomasWineStyles of Brookfield

gloria AlbrechtTown of Brookfield

Patrick DrinanCity of Brookfield

Nancy JustmanBrookfield Convention & Visitors Bureau

2009 bOArD OF DIrECTOrS

ABLE - Active Business Leads ExchangeWednesday, October 7 | 7:00 - 8:30 amBluemound Gardens11703 W. Bluemound Road, Wauwatosa$14 with advance registration two days prior to event. $18 at the door. No shows will be invoiced.

Ribbon Cutting - Springdale Health Center Wednesday, October 7 | 11:30 am21700 Intertech Drive, Brookfield

Incorporating Social Media Into Your Marketing PlanThursday, October 8 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pmSharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts19805 W. Capitol Drive, BrookfieldAdvance registration with payment is required by 10/5.Chamber members: $25General admission: $30

Ribbon Cutting and Open HouseActionCOACH of Elm GroveThursday, October 8 | 4:00 – 6:00 pm (ribbon cutting at 4:30)13150 Watertown Plank Road, Suite 200

Ribbon Cutting - CharroMonday, October 12 | 4:00 pm17800 W. Bluemound Road, Brookfield

Legislative UpdateFriday, October 16 | 8:00 – 9:30 amProgram Sponsor: Brookfield Rehabilitation & Specialty CareHeld at Brookfield City Hall2000 N. Calhoun Road, BrookfieldFeaturing Scott Walker, Milwaukee County ExecutiveEvent is free; advance registration required.

ABLE 6 - Active Business Leads Exchange 6Tuesday, October 20 | 7:00 – 8:30 amProHealth Care - Corporate OfficeN17 W24100 Riverwood Drive, WaukeshaPre-registration required. No walk–ins.$10 with advance registration and payment by 10/15, 12 pm. No refunds if you are unable to attend.

Business Education Series - Customer Service PanelTuesday, October 20 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pmProgram Sponsor: University of Phoenix, Milwaukee CampusHeld at University of Phoenix20075 Watertower Boulevard, BrookfieldPanelists: Patrick Drinan, City of Brook-field; Chad Schultz, Innovative Signs, Inc.; Rendall Thomas, WineStylesAdvance registration with payment is re-quired by 10/15. Chamber members – $25;General admission – $30

ABLE - Active Business Leads ExchangeWednesday, October 21 | 7:00 – 8:30 amsee previous listing for details

Ribbon Cutting - Wind Touch Healing LLCWednesday, October 21 | 12:00 pm13620 W. Capitol Drive, Suite E, Brookfield

Second Annual Multi Chamber Networking EventThursday, October 22 | 5:00 – 7:00 pmSponsored by Sitzberger, Widmann & Co. and Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield HotelHeld at the Sheraton Hotel375 S. Moorland Road, BrookfieldMember only event. Advance registration with $15 payment is required by 10/20.

State of the City Lunch with Mayor Jeff SpeakerThursday, October 29 | 11:30 – 1:00 pmSheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel375 S. Moorland Road, BrookfieldAdvance registration with payment is required by 10/26.Chamber members: $20 General Admission: $25