Networking Events Schedule

Tour: What's Brewing in Milwaukee?
Wednesday, August 4 • 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

A trip to "Brew City" wouldn't be complete without paying homage to its rich brewing history. Learn about the famous beer barons, their impact on the city, and see old favorites such as Miller, Schlitz, Blatz and Pabst. You'll also check out Milwaukee's current brewing scene when you tour the new and already award-winning micro-brewery, Lakefront Brewery.  Of course, there will be plenty of samples throughout the tour!

Limited space available; first-come, first- served. Pre-registration required. $45 per person (includes transportation, all admission fees, gratuities, and beer samples); non-refundable. No one under 21 will be permitted to participate in this tour.

First Timers' Orientation
Wednesday, August 4 • 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

New to the ACCE convention? This interactive session will give you insider tips on how you can make the most out of your convention experience. Learn which sessions and events you don't want to miss, what those ribbons attached to some attendees' badges mean, how to find an ACCE staff person, and more!

Welcome Reception
Wednesday, August 4 • 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Kick off this year's ACCE Convention with adult refreshments and hors d'oeuvres as you reconnect with your chamber peers and make new friends.

Peer Networking Dinners
Wednesday, August 4 • 7:00 p.m.

Networking gets underway the first night of the convention when you enjoy a Dutch-treat dinner with those who share your professional interest area. It's a great opportunity to share ideas and get a taste of Milwaukee's culinary scene.

Sign-ups are available at the registration desk at the convention.

Pre-Scheduled Networking Dinner Information:

7:00 p.m.

Metro Cities Dinner: CEO

By invitation only.

Chambers of Commerce Exhibit Hall
Thursday, August 5 • 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday, August 6 • 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Buffet lunch served in the Exhibit Hall from 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. on Thursday and Friday. The ultimate destination for networking - for yourself and your chamber!
• Meet more than 70 exhibitors who can provide the solutions your chamber is seeking
• Send a "tweet" and visit popular social media sites from the Cyber Café
• Stop by the ACCE booth and learn about programs offered by Fringe Benefits, Inc.
• Check out the winning entries at the Awards Gallery
• Get ideas for your next promotional piece at the Share Tables

New Night! Awards Celebration Evening
THURSDAY, AUGUST 5

Awards Presentation • 5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
It's a special evening for the chamber profession as ACCE honors some of our profession's finest in innovation, talent and leadership. Join us as ACCE presents awards recognizing individual and organizational achievement.

Reception • 6:45 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Congratulate the evening's winners and network with chamber professionals during a cocktail reception.

Celebration Dinner • 7:45 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
The fun continues into the evening with the annual celebration dinner.

Convention Party at the Milwaukee Brewers Ballgame
Friday, August 6 • 5:30 p.m.

For this year's Convention Party, we're taking you out to the ball game! From our exclusive party spot, you'll watch the Milwaukee Brewers take on the Houston Astros, enjoy Milwaukee's favorite brews, a spread of baseball fare and more. Experience 9-innings of fun and camaraderie with your chamber colleagues. Transportation will be provided to and from Miller Park.

Scholarship Fun Run/Walk
Saturday, August 7 • 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

Lace up your sneakers and support the work of the Community Growth Educational Foundation! Take your pick of a short run (3 miles) or a long walk (1.5 miles) through downtown Milwaukee. Pre-registration required, $25.

Table Topic Breakfast
Saturday, August 7 • 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Did you miss a workshop that you heard in the halls was really good? Was there a conversation started at a session that is worth continuing? Sit at a table dedicated to a specific topic that was featured in a workshop or a networking setting and continue the discussion. Review take-aways or listen in on what you may have missed.

Tour: Milwaukee from Land & Lake
Saturday, August 7 • 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Get to know Milwaukee by land and by water! Take in its stunning architecture, ethnic neighborhoods and beautiful lakefront, and hear about the city's vibrant history as well as its current urban revitalization. Then step aboard a sightseeing boat for spectacular views of Milwaukee and its skyline as you cruise along the Milwaukee River and sail out to Lake Michigan. 

Lmited space available; first-come, first- served. Pre-registration required. $45 per person (includes transportation, all admission fees and gratuities); non-refundable.