Economic Development Feature Global New North aims to increase regional exports, foreign direct investment
NEW NORTH - New North Inc., the economic-development corporation serving the 18 counties of Northeast Wisconsin, as part of its Global New North initiative is holding a pair of informational events next week for companies in the region who are interested in exporting.
In the same vein, New North also has had in-person representation at two recent events, 2023 Tissue World Düsseldorf and 2023 SelectUSA Investment Summit, to increase the region’s profile within the international business community.“Global New North is a multi-pronged strategy to ensure our region has a global presence,” says Barb LaMue, president and CEO of New North Inc. “Our participation in these important initiatives provides exposure for businesses in our region, along with increasing the awareness of our New North region...
Expansion and Business Development in the New North A to Z Machine to Expand in Appleton INSIGHT ON BUSINESS
APPLETON - A to Z Machine broke ground on a 30,000-square-foot production facility in Appleton, the first expansion as an employee-owned entity.
The new building, which is being built by Consolidated Construction, Co., will expand the company's first shift capabilities and support its continued growth.
“We see the buildout as a retention initiative,” said Amanda Schabo, chief financial officer at A to Z Machine. “We have several highly skilled machinists currently on our second shift that, in time, want to transition to first shift. We don’t have the space to add additional machines for them in our current facilities...
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Gaw named dean of Lawrence's Career Center and Center for Community Engagement
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APPLETON - Dr. Kevin Gaw will join Lawrence University on June 1 as the Riaz Waraich Dean of the Career Center and Center for Community Engagement and Social Change (CCE).
Lawrence’s Career Center works with students, beginning as early as their first year, to connect them with resources and mentors while providing guidance in finding internships and other career opportunities. The CCE works to be a connector for collaborations with partners in the greater Appleton community, fostering a campus culture that strives to further social progress, mitigate inequity, and develop durable, reciprocal partnerships with local nonprofits and municipal agencies... Read More 3> Encourage Educational Attainment
NEW Manufacturing Alliance seeks nominees for educational partnership awards
INSIGHT ON BUSINESS The Northeast Wisconsin Manufacturing Alliance’s is asking for nominations for the 12th annual “Excellence in Manufacturing/K-12 Partnerships Awards.”
The awards spotlight best practices of manufacturing and education collaborations throughout northeast Wisconsin. The awards dinner will be held Oct. 24 at the Resch Expo Center in Green Bay. Nominations are due June 9. Read More 4>
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New UW Oshkosh Provost lays out plans for school
NBC 26 OSHKOSH - As current Provost John Koker gets set to retire, UW Oshkosh has officially named Dr. Edwin "Ed" Martini as his successor. Martini currently serves as the Vice Provost for Teaching and Learning at Western Michigan University. He says he's seen the importance of expanding and adapting education during his time there and says that approach will be important for UWO as well... Special Event
Lawsonia in Green Lake to host Wisconsin PGA Professional Championship
INSIGHT ON BUSINESS Lawsonia Golf Course in Green Lake County will host the Wisconsin PGA Professional Championship Sept. 11 and 12.
Presented by Cadillac, Club Car, Corebridge Financial and Rolex, the tournament will be played on Lawsonia's Links Course. Lawsonia is the 79th ranked course in the United States by Golf Magazine.
The tournament is part of a series offered to professionals. The championships will again be offered in the member, assistant and senior categories...
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Promoting the Regional Brand
Green Bay Packers Foundation has $1 million-plus to give away to nonprofits. Here's how it works.
GREEN BAY PRESS GAZETTE GREEN BAY - The Green Bay Packers Foundation has more than $1million to give this year to tax-exempt organizations. Last year, the foundation awarded $1.25 million to 243 civic and charitable groups throughout Wisconsin. The Foundation distributed more than $19.28 million since it was established in 1986... Read More 7> Leadership in the New North
FyterTech hires new senior vice president of global sales & marketing
GREEN BAY - FyterTech Nonwovens is pleased to announce that Jon-Michael Raymond has joined the company as Senior Vice President, Global Sales & Marketing. Effective immediately, he will oversee FyterTech’s commercial organization including field sales, marketing and customer experience teams. Most recently, Jon-Michael held the position of General Manager at Mahr Inc. “He brings a diverse and unique combination of sales, marketing and financial acumen to the business having excelled in executive roles with leading industrial manufacturers such as L.S. Starrett and PFERD Inc.,” states Suneer Patel, President and CEO, FyterTech... Read More 8>
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Kohler broadens high-end bathroom portfolio and strengthens bold color leadership with addition of Kast Concrete Basins
KOHLER - Kohler continues to grow its global leadership in the design, innovation, and manufacture of kitchen and bath products with the acquisition of U.K.-based Kast Concrete Basins, a boutique designer and manufacturer of contemporary concrete basins and sinks. Kast specializes in bathroom basins within the premium market and is a design-led brand known for its bold colors. The 12-year-old company, founded by Tim Bayes, who will now serve as Kast's Managing Director/Head of Creative, joins Kohler's Luxury Brands portfolio alongside design leaders ANN SACKS, KALLISTA and Robern. Kast products are sold globally in the high-end showroom and specification channels, targeting customers who seek personal expression and creativity in their bathrooms with stunning color and tactile feel... Read More 9> Attract, Develop and Retain Diverse Talent
UA 400 and Mechanical Contractors Association host Kick Off Your Future Skills Competition on May 4
FOX CITIES CHAMBER UA 400 Pipe Trades and the Mechanical Contractors Association (MCA) will host the 2023 Kick Off Your Future Skills Competition on Thursday, May 4th from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the UA 400 Training Center in Kaukauna, Wisconsin. Eighteen high school teams from Northeast Wisconsin will complete a field goal project based on specific design requirements. Projects are judged on correct dimensions, weld quality, and design/appearance. The competition allows high school students to test their skill and connect with experts in the trades with the winning school will receiving a Miller 211 MIG Welder.
UA 400 Pipe Trades offers paid apprenticeships in pipefitting, pipe fabrication, plumbing and HVAC/R service. Their five-year apprenticeship programs provide classroom instruction and on-the-job training from UA Certified Instructors at UA 400 training centers alongside experienced UA journey workers and apprentices. UA 400 also offers a Youth Apprentice Program for juniors and seniors attending high schools in Northeast Wisconsin...
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Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce expands into Green Bay, Appleton. Here is how they can help you.
GREEN BAY PRESS GAZETTE GREEN BAY - The Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce opened Appleton and Green Bay satellite resource offices to increase support for business owners of Asian and other underserved communities. The state-focused organization’s expansion into northeastern Wisconsin is part of its broader effort to provide localized support, programming and resources in more regions of the state, said Jim Lee, marketing manager for the Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce (HWCC)... Read More 11> |
