WCACC January E-Newsletter

WCACC news & updates

January Issue

Upcoming Events

See what’s happening this month.

Community News

Recent community updates.

New Members

October – November

Kick off the New Year with the Chamber

Start the year off strong by:

Joining a Chamber committee

Connecting with a fellow member

Attending an upcoming event

Getting involved in a Chamber program

Visit wcareachamber.org to explore committees, events, and opportunities to get involved.

Professional Impact | Lisa Dollar & Chelse Leonard

In Episode 3 of Impact: The Chamber Podcast, we sit down with Lisa Dollar and Chelse Leonard to talk about two of the Chamber’s leadership-focused programs, HYPE and WC Leads, from both sides of the experience. From navigating life as a young professional to guiding and mentoring the next generation of leaders, this conversation highlights how connection, growth, and intentional leadership shape a stronger community.

WATCH NOW!

Get ready to party on, Wayne County! The 2026 Annual Dinner will be here before we know it, and we want to see you all at Wayne’s World!

Save the Date

Here are some dates you’ll want to have on your calendar for 2026!

Did you know that as Chamber members you can register for Shafer Leadership Academy Seminars for FREE?

All you have to do is indicate that you are a Wayne County Area Chamber Member while registering!

Find Shafer Leadership Academy Seminars HERE

Please join us in welcoming our new Board Members & Committee Chairs!

Deanna Hunt, Board

Peggy Cenova, Board

Allison Steele, Board

Teresa Jansing, ACE’s

Mark Broeker, Business Education

Amanda Upchurch, IMPACT

Chelse Leonard, HYPE

Brian Ballenger, Issues & Advocacy

Employer Internship Training

January 8

11:30AM – 1:30PM

Zoom

Zoom Link will be provided to you prior to the meeting.

Join us as we present and explore Employer Internship Training series. This dynamic session is designed to help you build impactful, well-supported internships. We’ll cover the value of internships, how to implement a strong support team, and practical strategies to set your interns up for success.
Register

HYPE Blood Drive

January 9

11:30AM – 1:30PM

Chamber Office

Register to donate below
Register

Annual Dinner

January 23

Get ready to party on as the Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce hosts our totally excellent Annual Dinner and Awards celebration! This year’s theme brings the fun, energy, and nostalgia of Wayne’s World to life—Wayne County style.
More Info

Ribbon Cutting: BAM Fitness

January 26

9:00 am

​Indiana Statehouse – Indianapolis
Register

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