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About Us

The WVCC unites small business owners, corporate executives, and community leaders to empower and support veterans and military-connected families. Bridging the gap between various community segments and the business world, WVCC welcomes all types of businesses and organizations, including veteran-owned, military-friendly, entrepreneurs, and corporate executives across every industry. Our partnerships extend to businesses of all sizes.

Through a diverse network of members and community partners, we prioritize accelerating business growth. Acting as a matchmaker, we facilitate connections through support, strategic networking, collaboration, and educational workshops, ultimately uniting businesses to grow our community.

Board of Directors

Frank DeGuire, JD, MBA

Quarles & Brady LLP
USN 1991-1994

Manny Lara

Crafting HR Solutions
USN 1996-2003

Toby Canapa

Briggs & Stratton
USN 2002-2008

Chris Faherty

Menasha Corporation
USMC 2003-2009

Chamber Staff

Christian Thornton

CEO & President

Zach Zabel

Vice President

Dr. Susan M Schrank, Ed.D.

Director of Operations
& Strategic Initiatives

Thomas J Parr, M.S.Ed.

Regional Director

Shane Kanneberg

Regional Director

Sarah Wylie

Regional Director