WCACC July E-Newsletter

July Issue

Chamber Golf Classic!

The Chamber Golf Classic is always one of our favorite events of the year! It’s a great opportunity to make new connections, strengthen existing relationships, and enjoy a day on the course with fellow Chamber members. After all, some of the best business connections happen outside the office!

We hope everyone who attended had as much fun as we did.

A special thank you to Forest Hills Country Club for providing such a beautiful course, and to all of our sponsors for helping make this event possible.

If you haven’t had a chance to browse the photos yet, be sure to check out our Facebook page, you might even spot yourself!

Wayne County Cash

Where Can You Use It?

Your Dollars

Your Community

Your Impact

Do you want to join our growing list of merchants? Email Alyssa today for more Information

WC Leads Applications Now Open!

Are you or someone you know a young professional looking to grow as a leader?

The WC Leads program is the perfect opportunity to develop your leadership skills, build meaningful connections, and gain valuable insight into the businesses and organizations that make Wayne County thrive.

Applications are now open through July 31! Completed applications can be emailed to [email protected] or dropped off at the Chamber office, located at 33 S. 7th Street.

Global Networking: Wayne County Chamber Travel Club Wraps Up Historic Greece Trip

For the fourth consecutive year, the Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce proved that business networking doesn’t stop at the county line. The Chamber Travel Club officially leveled up, taking 57 local professionals and community leaders on a land-and-sea Greek odyssey of a lifetime.

From ancient architecture to modern leadership insights, this annual excursion is redefining how our business community builds connections, culture, and county-wide growth.

International Impact | Pam Broering & Rick Funk

Join us on our next Chamber Trip to Alaska!

ICEA Awards

The Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce was honored at the annual Indiana Chamber Executives Association (ICEA) Awards, bringing home four Innovation Awards for our 8th Grade Job Shadow Program, the Richmond Is on a Roll campaign, modernizing our Annual Report, and our work in Work-Based Learning.

These achievements wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support of our members and community partners. When the Chamber succeeds, our entire community benefits. Thank you for your continued support and for helping make these initiatives possible.

We are also thrilled to share that our own President/CEO Melissa Vance has been named the next ICEA Board Chair. We couldn’t be prouder to have such an outstanding leader representing both our Chamber and Wayne County.

IMPACT COMMITTEE Q2 SECTOR SPOTLIGHT: NON-PROFIT MEMBERS

From supporting families and strengthening neighborhoods to providing essential services and resources, our Nonprofit Members make a lasting impact throughout Wayne County. We’re proud to highlight the organizations that work every day to build a stronger, more connected community.

Explore the full directory of Non-Profit Members:

Article to Check Out: Building a Company for a Niche Consumer

Legislative Series: Dr. Katie Jenner

August 14

8:00 – 9:30 am

Forest Hills Country Club

Tickets $35

Join us for an engaging and informative session as we welcome Dr. Katie Jenner, Indiana Secretary of Education. Dr. Jenner will share insights on the growing impact of work-based learning, key education takeaways from the recent legislative session, and how workforce development is reshaping the future of education across Indiana.

Whether you’re an educator, employer, community leader, or simply invested in preparing the next generation for success, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

*Legislative Series events are exclusive to Chamber members