De Pere, Wisconsin · Committee Volunteers
Get more from De Pere —
shape events, help set advocacy, and put your name on De Pere's calendar.
This is how members go from paying dues to shaping the community — through ribbon cuttings, event planning, youth programs, advocacy, and fundraising.
What committees do
The work that makes De Pere go.
The chamber's volunteer committees do the real operational work of the organization. The Ambassador Committee is the one open for new members right now — welcoming new businesses, showing up at ribbon cuttings, and keeping members connected to each other. Committee participation is one of the most direct ways to get more from your membership and to be known in this community.
Whether you're a longtime member looking for a deeper connection, or a newer business exploring what active involvement looks like, this is the place to start. Read on and reach out.
Welcome and outreach
Ambassador Committee
Ambassadors are the boots-on-the-ground promoters of the chamber. They are the first faces a new member sees — at ribbon cuttings, new-member orientations, and community outreach events.
- Ribbon-cutting ceremonies for new and relocated members
- New-member welcome and orientation outreach
- Community outreach and chamber representation at local events
- Building relationships that turn new members into active members
PHOTO — Ambassador Committee ribbon-cutting, confettiWho is serving 13
- Committee member Organization Organization Chair
- Tanner Thorne Abel Insurance Chair
- Rosanna Aulik Global Recognition Inc
- Matthew Bald Nicolet National Bank - De Pere
- Mike Dauplaise M&B Global Solutions
- Matthew Freeman Green Bay ER & Hospital
- Peter Froelich
- Tony Giordana Woodward Community Media
- Bonnie Groessl M&B Global Solutions
- Jenn Harper Alliance Construction & Design, Inc
- Ross Kroll NextHome Select Realty
- Gerardo Mercado Fox Communities Credit Union
- Nicole Patton-Frank Thirteen13 Creative
- Timothy Wentworth NSIGHTTEL WIRELESS, LLC
Signature events
Events Committee
It takes a dedicated team of volunteers to plan and execute the chamber's annual calendar — from the Golf Outing at Mid Vallee to Art in the Park at Voyageur Park, where 4,000+ attendees show up.
- Planning and logistics for signature annual events
- On-site coordination — from setup through wrap-up
- Sponsor recognition and vendor coordination
- Networking breakfasts, luncheons, after-hours mixers, and more
PHOTO — chamber networking event, five professionalsWho is serving 7
- Committee member Organization Organization Chair
- Katie Weinschenk TMS Financial Chair
- Leah Alden Nicolet National Bank - De Pere
- Logan brecklin ATC
- Susan Doughty-Smith Talent Advancement Professionals, LLC
- Jason Graef American Solutions for Business
- Emma Menting Brehmer Law LLC
- Dominic Reinerio TMS Financial
Students and employers
Youth Works Committee
Our youth are our future. The De Pere Area Chamber has a deep passion for connecting the area's young people to business leaders in the community. The Youth Works Committee creates those opportunities — building bridges between classrooms, careers, and community.
- Career exploration programs connecting students with local employers
- Youth-focused community events and outreach
- Foundation-connected youth programs including Fairways for Veterans & Youth
- Partnerships with NWTC, local schools, and NEWYA
Youth Works is closely connected to the De Pere Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation, which runs programs investing in local youth and community development.
Join this committee
PHOTO — Youth Works Committee, kids in poolWho is serving 9
- Committee member Organization Organization Chair
- Andrea Zoeller Merit Financial Advisors Chair
- Dustin Delsman Local 400 Pipe Trades
- Karen Kleiber CESA 7
- Mark Nicholas Transform Retirement, LLC
- Quasan Shaw City of De Pere
- Kristine Taylor Kristine Taylor
- Damian Uchendu School District of West De Pere
- Beverly VanLieshout Coffee News of Northeast Wisconsin
- Corey Wollin newya.org
Government relations
Advocacy Committee
Having a direct connection to elected representatives is important in how your business and your communities grow. The Advocacy Committee cultivates those connections — with the City of De Pere, Brown County, and regional partners — so that business owners have a seat at the table when policy decisions are made.
- Government relations with the City of De Pere and Brown County
- Regional policy engagement with New North and state partners
- A business-first perspective in civic conversations
- Representing member interests at the local and county level
PHOTO — advocacy luncheon, speaker at podiumWho is serving 3
- Committee member Organization Organization Chair
- Mark Nicholas Transform Retirement, LLC Chair
- Josh Russell Builders Command
- Matt Timler Plug Light Bulb Electrical Services
Fundraising and stewardship
Resource Development Committee
As the chamber grows, so must its ability to raise funds and support its initiatives. The Resource Development Committee creates and manages capital and fundraising efforts — supporting both chamber programs and the work of the De Pere Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation.
- Capital and fundraising strategy
- Supporting Foundation program delivery
- Sponsor relationship management
- Community investment and grant programs
PHOTO — Resource Development Committee, fundraising or sponsor eventWho is serving 8
- Emily JacobsonGreen Bay DoulasChair
- Vanessa FaithFox Communities Credit Union
- Ronald FranklinFranklin Industries
- Robert JahnkeCommunity Education Initiative
- Sam McIntyreM3 Insurance
- Nick MeisnerDiscover Green Bay
- Christina OlmOlm Orthodontics
- Sara TitusNeighborWorks Green Bay
By board appointment
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee oversees budgeting and financial reporting to support responsible decision-making and ensure the chamber's resources are managed effectively. This committee works closely with the President & CEO and board leadership. Participation is typically by board appointment.
Ask about the Finance CommitteeCurrent members
- Bill FrankForesight Consulting
Do I need to be a chamber member to join a committee?
Committee participation is open to members at every membership level — there is no tier threshold. For anything specific to your situation, contact the chamber office or call (920) 334-6500.
How do I join a De Pere Chamber committee?
The process is simple: express your interest through the form on this page or call us. The chamber or a committee chair will follow up. There is no complex application; the committee chairs want to meet you.
How often do committees meet, and how much time does it take?
Meeting frequency varies by committee and needs to be confirmed with the chamber directly — this varies by calendar year and committee activity. Reach out via the form on this page or call the chamber and ask specifically about the committee you are interested in. The Ambassador Committee, for example, is event-driven and involves more time around ribbon cuttings; the Finance Committee meets less frequently on a reporting schedule.
Which committee is right for me?
It depends on what you enjoy most. If you love meeting people and celebrating new businesses, the Ambassador Committee is your fit. If you are a natural planner and want to be behind the scenes of the chamber's event calendar, look at the Events Committee. If connecting young people to career opportunities matters to you, Youth Works is the place. If you want business owners to have a stronger voice with local government, Advocacy is the right committee. And if raising funds and supporting the Foundation's five program pillars sounds meaningful, Resource Development is the one. Not sure? Tell us your interests via the form on this page and we will match you.
What is the difference between the chamber and the Foundation?
The De Pere Area Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)(6) membership organization focused on business growth, advocacy, and networking. The De Pere Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation (DPACCF) is a separate 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit connected to the chamber, focused on charitable programs — youth development, veteran support, women in business, community faith, and civic connection. Membership dues paid to the chamber are deductible as an ordinary business expense, not as a charitable donation. Gifts to the Foundation are the charitable, tax-deductible contributions. Learn more on the Foundation page.
Can I participate in more than one committee?
Some of the chamber's most active members serve on multiple committees — you will notice several names appearing on more than one list above. Confirm availability and any limits with the chamber directly when you reach out. The chamber wants engaged members, and if you have the bandwidth and passion for more than one area, that conversation is welcome.
How it works
Three steps to get involved
No lengthy application, no waiting list, no committee gatekeeping. Tell us what interests you and the chamber takes it from there.
-
Tell us what interests you
Pick your committee in the form below and send it. Phone works too: (920) 334-6500.
-
The chamber follows up
Usually within a business day, someone from the chamber — often the committee chair — gets in touch to introduce themselves and answer your questions.
-
Show up and get involved
Attend your first meeting and meet the team. No probationary period, no dues beyond your membership — just the work and the people who do it.
Tony Giordana
Woodward Community MediaWoodward Community Media
Tony Giordana
Woodward Community Media
Ambassador Committee
From a member
What involvement actually returns
The De Pere Area Chamber has been crucial to the development of business for myself and the company I represent — affording me opportunities to not only network with other professionals, but to showcase my business and the services we offer. Furthermore, the chamber is a growing entity that allows for productive connections to be made through events and other benefits that are provided. I would highly recommend not only membership in the De Pere Area Chamber, but active involvement, to anyone looking to grow their business potential.
Ready to get involved?
Express your committee interest
Tell us which committee interests you and anything else that would help us connect you.
Not yet a chamber member? Committee seats are open at every membership level. See what membership includes.