Posts by Mike Mertz
New Balance Factory Store Ribbon Cutting
New Balance Factory Store Ribbon Cutting This morning, we celebrated the grand opening of the New Balance Factory Store at Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets with a ribbon cutting! New Balance Pleasant Prairie offers a wide selection of running and lifestyle shoes, apparel, and accessories. Whether you’re gearing up for your next run or looking for…
Read MoreMisurelli Sorensen HVAC Ribbon Cutting
Misurelli Sorensen HVAC Ribbon Cutting This afternoon, we celebrated the grand opening of Misurelli Sorensen Heating and Air Conditioning’s newest location with a ribbon cutting! Misurelli Sorensen Heating and Air Conditioning is a family-owned business that has earned the trust of residents and businesses throughout Southeast Wisconsin. Starting with one shop in Kenosha, the company…
Read MoreNetwork at the Hansen’s Pool & Spa Business After 5!
Network at the Hansen’s Pool & Spa Business After 5! Join the Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce for Business After 5 at Hansen’s Pool & Spa! Enjoy an evening of casual networking with Chamber members and local professionals, along with hors d’oeuvres from Waterfront Warehouse, drinks, and a raffle for two Adirondack chairs. Admission is…
Read MoreLeadership Kenosha — October 2026
Leadership Kenosha — October 2026 Leadership Kenosha’s October session was filled with learning, collaboration, and opportunities to connect with our community! The day kicked off with Mayor Bogdala, who shared insights on current city initiatives, local priorities, and the importance of leadership and community collaboration. Participants then took part in an interactive project management workshop…
Read MoreMeet the 2026 Chamber Award Recipients
Meet the 2026 Chamber Award Recipients The Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce will recognize several outstanding individuals and organizations at our 110th Annual Meeting on October 14. Each year, the Annual Meeting gives us an opportunity to celebrate Chamber Members and community organizations for their service, leadership, workplace culture, and investment in the Kenosha area.…
Read MoreLeadership Kenosha — September 2026
Leadership Kenosha — September 2026 The Leadership Kenosha Class of 2026–27 is off to an exciting start! This year’s cohort began their journey with a two-day retreat designed to build trust, connection, and collaboration. The class kicked things off by exploring the Real Colors® framework with Amy Greil, Executive Director of the Kenosha Community Foundation.…
Read MoreDSCO Coffee Ribbon Cutting
DSCO Coffee Ribbon Cutting This morning we celebrated the grand opening of DSCO Coffee with a ribbon cutting! DSCO Coffee is a neighborhood coffee shop in Kenosha, serving espresso drinks, drip coffee, pour-overs, and fresh pastries. Their warm and inviting space is designed to bring people together, whether stopping in for a perfectly crafted cup,…
Read MoreNetwork at the North Shore Bank Business After 5!
Network at the North Shore Bank Business After 5! Join the Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce for Business After 5 at the Civil War Museum! Presented by North Shore Bank, Goosehead Insurance and Friends of the Kenosha Museum, the evening features casual networking, drinks, and hors d’oeuvres from Chef David’s. Admission is $5 for Chamber…
Read MoreKTEC Schools of Innovation Ribbon Cutting & Business After 5
KTEC Schools of Innovation Ribbon Cutting & Business After 5 Last evening, the Chamber celebrated the opening of KTEC Schools of Innovation with an official community ribbon cutting! The celebration included remarks from KTEC Board President Paul Fegley, Alderperson Ruth Dyson, and Chamber Board Chair Stacy Riley before KTEC leadership, community partners, and local leaders…
Read MoreHarbor Hub Ribbon Cutting
Harbor Hub Ribbon Cutting This afternoon, the Chamber celebrated the grand opening of Harbor Hub with a ribbon cutting! Located in the heart of downtown Kenosha, Harbor Hub is a space where the local professional community can gather, connect, and grow. The thoughtfully designed space features private offices with their own names and character, an…
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