Wave Events 2026-2027
Thank you, Sponsors!
Gold: Aurora Medical Center Bay Area, and Johnson Controls International
Silver: Fincantieri Marinette Marine, Samuel Pressure Vessel Group, and Waupaca Foundry
Bronze: BMO Bank-Peshtigo, Integra First Federal Credit Union, PCM Credit Union, and Stephenson National Bank & Trust
WAVE Event: Adopt-A-Highway Clean Up
Date/Time: September 29th, 2026 at 5:15pm
Sign-up/Register by contacting Ellen Grabian at ellen.grabian@mandmchamber.com or scan the QR Code!
cWAVE Event: WAVE Supports the Backpack Program
Date/Time: September 29th, 2026, at 4:30pm
Sign-up/Register by Contacting Ellen Grabian at ellen.grabian@mandmchamber.com
WAVE Members Attend M/M Chamber Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration: September 24th, 2026
Wave Member Keegan Delforge receives the 2026 WAVE Young Professional-of-the-Year Award, presented by Anthony Seehafer.
WAVE Event: Tours with the Tops Series at Pioneer Plastics
WAVE Young Professionals recently toured Pioneer Plastics Inc. as part of its “Tours with the Tops” series on Thursday, September 17th, 2026. Attendees enjoyed a behind-the-scenes look at the facility, heard from company leadership, and learned more about Pioneer Plastics’ operations and career opportunities. The evening continued at La Cabana Marinette, where participants had the opportunity to network and connect with fellow young professionals.
WAVE thanks Pioneer Plastics for hosting and sharing more about its business and team with the community.
WAVE Event: Food Truck Rally/Menominee Downtown Historic Farmers Market
WAVE YPs gathered and attended the Thursday, August 20th, 2026, Food Truck Rally that was hosted by the Menominee Historic Downtown Farmers Market Association in Menominee, MI.
WAVE Event: Murray's Irish Pub/Concert in the Park
WAVE brought young professionals together Thursday, August 13th, for an evening of networking, conversation, and live music in downtown Menominee. The event began at Murray’s Irish Pub & Grill, where attendees had an opportunity to meet fellow professionals, enjoy appetizers and beverages, and make new connections in a relaxed setting.
WAVE Event: Virtual Lunch & Learn - Time Management
WAVE Event: WAVE on Wheels
WAVE on Wheels - Wave Young Professionals enjoyed a great evening of biking, networking, and supporting local Chamber-member businesses during our Wave on Wheels ride through Marinette and Menominee on Wednesday, July 22nd!
WAVE Event: Adopt-A-Highway Cleanup
After rain postponed the original July 8th cleanup, WAVE Young Professionals completed their second Adopt-A-Highway cleanup of 2026 on Friday, July 10th, along Highway 64 between County Highway W and Augustine Road in Peshtigo.
Thank you to the volunteers who donated their time to help keep our community clean and beautiful.
WAVE Event: Tours with the Tops
Thank you to NWTC - Marinette Campus for hosting Tours with the Tops on Tuesday, June 23rd!
WAVE Facilitating and Presenting at Intern Onboarding Day: June 19th, 2026!
Excellent job, WAVE!!
WAVE at Guest Check-in for Business After Hours: June 16th, 2026
WAVE members help support M/M Chamber Business After Hours - Peshtigo National Bank (Celebrating 125 Years of Banking)!
Free Fishing Day! Date: Saturday, June 13th.
WAVE Young Professionals participated in Free Fishing Day at the Menominee Marina. We may not have received many bites, but the shared experience and relaxing, amazing views still made for a great morning! Many thanks to those who joined in!!
Adopt-A-Highway! Date: Tuesday, May 26th - Thursday, May 28th.
WAVE Young Professionals recently completed the first round of its annual Adopt-A-Highway cleanup along Highway 64. Volunteers gathered over three evenings to help clean WAVE’s adopted stretch of roadway between County Highway W and Augustine Road in Peshtigo. Afterwards, those who volunteered gathered for networking at KrossRoads Pub and Grill - Hwy 64, Marinette, WI.
Virtual Lunch & Learn - Financial Literacy: Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
WAVE held a Virtual Lunch & Learn on Financial Literacy, moderated by Kody Klumb and Kyle Klumb, both with Marinette Insurance and Financial Services, Marinette, WI. The session covered key financial topics, including Credit/Debt Management, Insurance (Home/Auto/Health/Life), Emergency Funds, Budgeting & Spending, and Early Retirement Planning. Attendees gained practical tips and resources to help build strong financial habits and support long-term financial wellness.
Annual Golf: Friday, May 8th, 2026
WAVE held its Annual Golf Scramble at Little River Country Club in Marinette, WI, and had a great turnout! Thanks to all who participated this year! Can’t wait for next year!
WAVE at Guest Check-in for Business After Hours: February 17th, 2026
WAVE members help support M/M Chamber Business After Hours - Independence Stay Hotel & Suites
Earth Day Clean Up: April 22nd, 2026
WAVE members help clean up Marinette City Park - Together, we made a difference!
WAVE Supports The Backpack Program
On Tuesday, April 21st, WAVE members gathered to prepare and fill the bags that then go to area schools for students who face food insecurities over the weekend.
WAVE Holds a Murder Mystery/Who Done It: "Y2K" - Themed - Friday, April 3rd, 2026.
As the night ended, the truth finally came out. What began as a fun Y2K throwback turned into a mystery full of secrets and suspicion. In the end, the culprit was revealed - proving that even in a world of glitter and glitches, the truth can't stay hidden. Thank you, Spirit House Distillery, for hosting!
WAVE Supports The Backpack Program
On Tuesday, March 10th, WAVE members gathered to prepare and fill the bags that then go to area schools for students who face food insecurities over the weekend.
WAVE Event: Tours with the Tops
Thank you to Boyle Design Group & Spirit House Distillery - for hosting our Tours with the Tops event on Wednesday, March 4th! The event offered WAVE members a behind-the-scenes look at how strong design and strategic branding play a key role in shaping a growing business. Guests enjoyed networking, learning more about the creative process, and hearing firsthand from leadership about the impact of thoughtful design and partnership.
WAVE at Guest Check-in for Business After Hours: February 17th, 2026
WAVE members help support M/M Chamber Business After Hours - Independence Stay Hotel & Suites
WAVE Event *NEW* Professional Development: Virtual Lunch & Learn
On Wednesday, February 11th, from 12:00-12:45pm, WAVE members gathered for the first Virtual Lunch & Learn. Topic: Stop AI From Killing Critical Thinking. Participants will watch a Virtual TEDx followed by a discussion.
WAVE Supports The Backpack Program
On Tuesday, January 27th, WAVE members gathered to prepare and fill the bags that then go to area schools for students who face food insecurities over the weekend. ALL VOLUNTEER SPOTS ARE CURRENTLY FULL FOR THIS DATE - THANK YOU!
WAVE Tours with the Tops
On Thursday, January 22nd, WAVE Members gathered at the Harbors Retirement Community, where, after participating in a Happy Hour Meet & Greet with residents, they met with leadership and took a tour of the facilility followed by a Q&A session.
WAVE Membership Supporting the Pathways Expo
WAVE Members were present at the January 8, 2026, Pathways Expo, serving as moderators/panelists or representing career clusters through their employers.
WAVE Supports The Backpack Program
On Tuesday, December 16th, WAVE held the third round of packing 300+ lunches for The Backpack Program. Thank you to our volunteers for your support!
WAVE Holiday Trivia Game Night - December 9th, 2025
WAVE Supports the M/M Chamber Foundation's "Silver and Gold" Holiday Charity Gala on December 5th, 2025
WAVE Event: Tours with Tops
Thank you to Weichert, Realtors - Your Home Team, for hosting our Tours with the Tops event on Wednesday, November 12th! WAVE members learned so much about the housing market and what it takes to be a realtor!
WAVE Supports The Backpack Program
On Tuesday, November 4th, WAVE held the second round of packing 300+ lunches for The Backpack Program. Thank you to our volunteers for your support!
WAVE Held a Packer Game Day Viewing (Networking/Recruiting Event): November 2nd, 2025
WAVE YP Tackles Networking and Recruiting at Annual Packer Viewing Event! Hosted by Edgewater in Marinette, WI.
WAVE at Guest Check-in for Business After Hours: October 21st, 2025
WAVE members help support M/M Chamber Business After Hours - NorthLakes Community Center
WAVE Event: Fall Color Waterfall Tour & Scavenger Hunt Scheduled for 10/11/25!
The WAVE took advantage of the fall color season with a scenic Waterfall Color Tour and Scavenger Hunt through beautiful Marinette County — the waterfall capital of Wisconsin!
Thank You to the 2026 WAVE Corporate Sponsors!
