Envisioning Greater: How to unleash the power of connection in 2024

Tracy Qualmann
·2 min read
Downtown Fond du Lac
Downtown Fond du Lac

There is power in human connection.

This is the reason Envision Greater Fond du Lac offers connection and networking opportunities for its members.

Whether the early morning Coffee Connection or the afternoon Business Connection, these events bring together leaders, innovators and visionaries from industries across the county to engage in meaningful connections, insightful discussions and potential collaborations. These events foster environments in which new relationships bloom and business opportunities ensue.

The Coffee Connections provide a unique platform for attendees to share upcoming information about events, specials and the like through a 30-second "commercial." Whereas the Business Connection focuses on networking, company tours and exchanging ideas.

Regardless of the event attended, guests can provide insights and information to build the underpinning connections that make our geographic area vibrant, inspiring and engaging.

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Coffee Connections are offered throughout the calendar year. The line up for 2024 is as follows:

  • Jan. 3: Radisson Hotel & Conference Center (Fond du Lac)

  • Feb. 7: Guth’s Candy (Waupun)

  • April 3: Pizza Ranch (Fond du Lac)

  • May 1: Stitches ‘N Tyme (Oakfield)

  • June 5: Lutheran Homes & Health Services (Fond du Lac)

  • July 2: Waypoint Financial Services (Fond du Lac)

  • Aug. 7: Imagine That! Art Studio (Waupun)

  • Sept. 4: Brothers Antiques (Fond du Lac)

  • Oct. 2: Eden Equipment (Eden)

  • Nov. 6: Into the Woods Wellness (Fond du Lac)

  • Dec. 4: Waupun Historical Society (Waupun)

These events are free to attend; however, pre-registration is greatly appreciated by the host.

Business Connections are also offered throughout the year. In 2024, these events are free to attend thanks to our sponsor, TDS. Business Connection locations for 2024 are as follow:

  • Jan. 16: Lutheran Homes & Health Services

  • Feb. 20: Knuth Brewing Company (Ripon)

  • March 12: Waupun Equipment (Waupun)

  • April 16: Mid-State Supply (Fond du Lac)

  • May 21: Superior Storage (Fond du Lac)

  • June 18: Heidel House Hotel & Conference Center (Green Lake)

  • July 15: Envision Greater Fond du Lac Golf Invitational (Fond du Lac; location TBD)

  • Aug. 20: Mahala’s Hope (Eden)

  • Sept. 17: Envision Greater Fond du Lac for Member Appreciation (Fond du Lac)

  • Oct. 15: Wind & Unwined and Club Fitness (Waupun)

  • Nov. 12: Ledgevest Financial (Fond du Lac)

  • Dec. 10: Fox Valley Savings Bank (Fond du Lac)

Business Connections are also free to attend for those who pre-register.

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More about these events, including addresses, activities and incentives, can be found at envisiongreaterfdl.com under the Chamber Membership page.

If your organization is interested in hosting a Coffee or Business Connection in 2025, contact Jillian Saiberlich at jsaiberlich@envisiongreaterfdl.com or call 920-921-9500 for more information.

Tracy Qualmann is senior director of marketing & communication for Envision Greater Fond du Lac.

This article originally appeared on Fond du Lac Reporter: Envision Greater Fond du Lac shares its 2024 networking events