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The Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Executives (WCCE), affiliated with Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), has announced its 2025 Board of Advisors. This board comprises 11 chamber professionals from various regions and communities across the state, representing local chambers of commerce.

Becky Bartoszek will continue her role as Chair for 2025, having served in the same capacity in 2024. As President & CEO of Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce, Bartoszek brings her leadership to the board. She expressed enthusiasm about working with fellow chamber executives: “I’m excited about this amazing group of Chamber executives working together with WCCE,” she said. “This board brings a wealth of experience and a passion for fostering vibrant, thriving communities across Wisconsin.”

David Eckmann, who was Chairman from 2022 to 2023 and is President & CEO of the Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce, will serve as immediate past chair. Sadie Howell, President & CEO of Envision Greater Fond du Lac, Inc., is set to be the Chair-Elect.

The newly appointed Board includes:

- Becky Bartoszek as Chair

- Sadie Howell as Chair-Elect

- David Eckmann as Past Chair

- Kurt Bauer as Ex-Officio Member

Other directors are Christine Clapper from Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Center, Inc., Heike Compe from DeForest Windsor Area Chamber of Commerce, Deidre Martinez from Sheboygan County Chamber of Commerce, Mary McPhetridge from Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce, Mary Claire Olson Potter from Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau, Amanda Payne from Waukesha County Business Alliance, and Tina Thompson from Tomah Chamber & Visitors Center.

WCCE focuses on professional development and advocacy for local chambers while enhancing management skills among chamber executives statewide. More information can be found at wichamberexecs.org.