Why Become a Chamber Member?

Tracks (weekly e-newsletter)

A great way you to Stay on Track with what is going on with the Chamber and other Chamber Members and learn how to get involved with the Chamber and your community!

​Community Guide & Directory/Map

​This is the official printed publication of the Chamber that is distributed to residents and businesses throughout the community. It also includes the official map of Waunakee/ Westport/Dane County that is printed every year and offers members advertising opportunities. 

Chamber Sponsored Community Events

The Chamber sponsors Depot Days in May,  the Waunafest Run and the Chamber Beer Garden during the annual WaunaFest celebration in July, the Chamber Golf Classic in September, Boo Bash in October. ​We also partner with other community organizations such as WaunaBOOM in July, Wauktoberfest in September and the Light the Night Parade with Santa in December.

Additionally, the Chamber organizes the Community Awards held in April and gives out several awards:

• Orchid Award
  (New Building, New Development, Building Renovation)
• Rising Star 
• Chamber Champion
• Business Excellence
• Community Organization of the Year

We also support our schools with WHS senior scholarships given to high school students. Member volunteer and sponsorship opportunities are available.

Member Referrals and Inquiries
We always recommend our Chamber members and their businesses for those who request information about the area.

Business Cards and Brochures
We encourage all our members to bring in your business cards, brochures or flyers, and we'll make it all readily available to all who stop in. Our lobby is your lobby! We have room to display your business literature as well as local travel and tourism information.

Networking Opportunities
The Chamber hosts networking opportunities for members throughout the year. We sponsor Business After Hours (BA4), Biz & Bevs, Connect4Lunch, the Wake Up Waunakee Breakfast series, educational seminars and more. We also have community partnerships with our schools, the Town of Westport and the Waunakee Village, which benefits all involved.

Management Seminars
We offer occasional programs designed to keep our members informed on new techniques and business trends.

Business Ceremonies
Ground breaking, grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremonies available to members upon request.

Website Advertising Opportunities
Be listed in the business directory, maintain a link to your website, or post a banner ad. The WaunakeeChamber.com website averages over 120,000 hits a year!

Economic Development Advocate
The Chamber is a voice for the business community at Village meetings regarding the area's economic development. We also keep up to date with legislative issues that may impact our business community.