Celebrating the Journey: 2026 Board of Directors Announced & Annual Award Winners Honored

On January 21, the Sauk Prairie Area Chamber of Commerce gathered members, business leaders, and community partners at The Abbey at Otter Creek for its Annual Dinner & Awards Ceremony — an evening dedicated to reflection, celebration, and looking ahead.

The event, themed “Journey to Success: Celebrating the Road We Travel,” invited guests to experience the evening as a shared journey. Attendees enjoyed a globally inspired dinner and interactive, rotating experiences throughout The Abbey, complete with a passport-style format highlighting local businesses, regional history, craftsmanship, and future travel inspiration. A keynote presentation, leadership reflections, and a live vacation giveaway rounded out a memorable night focused on connection and progress.

Welcoming the 2026 Board of Directors

A highlight of the evening was the introduction of the 2026 Board of Directors, a dedicated group of professionals who will help guide the Chamber and support the continued growth of the Sauk Prairie business community.

2026 Board Officers:

• Daryl Matzke, Ramaker & Associates – President

• Jeff Wright, Sauk Prairie School District – President Elect

• Amy Basken, 6:8 Inc. – Vice President

• Pam Wipperfurth, Lake Ridge Bank – Treasurer

• Rocco Sylvester, Wisconsin Army National Guard – Past President

2026 Board Members:

• Amanda Haselwander, C2 Juicery & Eats

• Angela O’Connell, Flaxen Fleece

• Anthony Dix, Sauk Prairie Healthcare

• Austin Lins, MBE Wealth

• Casey Koenig, Bank of Prairie du Sac

• Cydney Kruchten, Milwaukee Valve

• John Brennan, John Joseph Coffee

• Julia Dellaria-Terrill, SP Dollars for Scholars

• Nettie Stenberg, Culver Franchising System

• Sommer Von Behren, First Weber Real Estate Services

Honoring Excellence in Our Community

The Chamber also proudly recognized individuals and businesses whose dedication, leadership, and service have made a meaningful impact on Sauk Prairie.

2025 Annual Award Recipients:

• Chamber Champion Award: Pam Ziegler, Ziegler Photography

• Community Impact Award: Fritz Wyttenbach

• Rising Star Award: Tia Bauernhuber, BSeen Esthetics

• Small Business Trailblazer Award: Angela & Ed Witczak, Cordelia’s SweetShoppe

“These leaders and award recipients exemplify the passion, dedication, and community spirit that make Sauk Prairie such a special place to live and do business,” shared the Chamber. “We are grateful for their service and proud to celebrate their achievements.”

As the Chamber looks ahead to 2026, we are excited to work alongside our new Board of Directors and continue supporting local businesses, organizations, and community initiatives throughout the year.