Aiccw-Facc American Indian Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin

06/22/2026

One of the AICCW's success stories!

🚨After 15 months of renovations, setbacks, permits, inspection & a lot of hard work, we’re finally opening our doors!!

Join us for the 2-Day Grand Opening of Tootsie’s Tea!

🖤DAY 1:
Thurs., June 25 • 10 AM–6 PM
15-Minute Ribbon Cutting Ceremony @ 10am
Elders & Disability Community

We wanted to begin our grand opening by honoring our elders & welcoming the disability community with first access to the celebration.

Families, caregivers & support systems are warmly welcomed to join.

🖤DAY 2:
Friday, June 26 • 10 AM–6 PM
Public Grand Opening
Open to Everyone

🪩BOTH DAYS:
• First 100 guests receive a tea-filled swag bag
• Tea samples
• Activities
• Raffles

📍LOCATION:
2406 W Clybourn St.
Milwaukee, WI 53233
(just west of Marquette University off the express)

06/22/2026

Supporting Native student success takes all of us. While you're helping spread the word about AICCW's Scholarship Program, don't forget to explore additional opportunities available through the Forest County Potawatomi Foundation.

Together, we can help more students achieve their educational goals and build stronger communities through education.

Since 1999, the Forest County Potawatomi Foundation has been supporting our communities by assisting and enabling their efforts towards self-improvement. However, we know that there is more we can do for our communities. We know that our communities have a real need to create a more educated and ski...

06/17/2026

Now taking applications!

Do you know a Native student heading to college this fall? Help spread the word about the AICCW Scholarship Program! Scholarships are available to support Native students as they pursue their education, achieve their goals, and become the next generation of leaders. You can visit our scholarship page for more details.

https://aiccw.org/scholarship-program/

06/16/2026

Four days to go—last chance to save your seat.

The Business Bootcamp Series – Financial & Overall Wellness starts on Thursday. Hosted in partnership with She Rises Collective and Bay Bank, this bootcamp aims to help business owners boost financial confidence and support their long-term wellness.
You’ll explore:
• Financial stressors and how to manage them
• Building a strong financial foundation
• Investing for family and community wealth
A donation to She Rises Collective is required to register. Appetizers are included with each session.
The first session begins June 11. The following sessions will be July 9, August 13 and September 10.

Register now: https://bit.ly/BusinessbootcampBBSR

06/15/2026

Join us for the next AICCW Fireside Chat and stay informed on issues impacting Native businesses across Wisconsin.

This month's conversation will feature updates on the DBE recertification process with WisDOT, including what businesses need to know to maintain certification and navigate upcoming changes. We'll also share details about AICCW's new Technical Training Series, made possible through a WEDC grant, and discuss how these upcoming trainings can help strengthen and grow your business.

This is a great chance to connect, ask questions, and learn about resources available to you.

Join Thursday, June 18th with this link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/259917596099631?p=GF5QDf7Zxu0KLzaqEd

05/20/2026

FYI, today's scheduled Fireside Chat has been cancelled. We are working on a new date and time that will accomodate the most attendees. Details about the next session will be available soon.

05/12/2026

NEW DATE AND TIME!

This month we are moving our fireside chat to Wednesday, 5/21 from 11:30am - 1:00pm! If you haven't been able to make the evening sessions, this is your chance to pop in and get up to date with what's happening at the chamber, what training sessions are coming up, and ask any questions you might have, especially regarding the DBE certification changes.

The Microsoft Teams link will be available soon, so check back here or on the website. See you there!

05/08/2026

Announcing our upcoming 2026 Tribal Toolbox Tour summer sessions!

The Wisconsin Tribal Economic Development Resources Toolbox Events are collaborative gatherings designed to bring Tribal Nations, economic development partners, and resource organizations together in support of Tribal business and community growth across Wisconsin.

The purpose of the Toolbox events is to help identify priority Tribal business, community, and economic development projects, while creating opportunities to connect those projects with the federal, state, regional, and nonprofit resources needed to help move them forward. By bringing the right partners to the table, the Toolbox events are intended to spark collaboration, strengthen relationships, and support long-term economic success in Tribal communities throughout Wisconsin.

You can sign up for your local Toolbox Tour event with the links below:

Monday, June 8th 12pm – 4pm @ Ho Chunk Nation
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Tuesday, June 9th 8am – 1pm @ Oneida Nation
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Thursday, July 15th 8am – 1pm @ Forest County Potawatomi https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=_cK7-pbJ6U6h3DwpkyZHEoR4skAlgwNIkEFKWc0t1sFUQldESUJRNTlQRUc2VkEyTFlXRFJDSzA1VyQlQCNjPTEkJUAjdD1n

Thursday, July 15th 12pm – 4pm @ Menominee Nation
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05/07/2026

Registration is now open! Get your foursome together and meet us out on the greens for another great golf outing supporting the Chamber and raising money for our scholarship fund!

Sponsorship opportunities are also now open, please reach out to Kevin Chesnik at [email protected] for more information.

https://aiccw.org/golf/

04/14/2026

Pull up a chair and join the conversation!

AICCW’s April Fireside Chat is your chance to connect directly with Chamber leadership and fellow members in a relaxed, informal setting. Whether you have questions, ideas, or just want to listen in, this is a great space to engage on topics that matter to small businesses and Native entrepreneurs.

Thursday, April 16th
4:00 pm - 5:30pm

Join us at the Teams link below:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/22948964309843?p=voY59EmnBYYyOuVJqx