Special Event New North offering export advice at May 11 events
INSIGHT ON BUSINESS
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.
The events in Green Bay and Appleton – “Exporting: Grow Beyond Wisconsin” – are tailored to small- to medium-sized companies in the New North region who would like to export, but may need additional knowledge to do so. Scheduled for May 11, the events are designed for companies who would like to grow their businesses beyond the U.S. market...
Economic Development Feature Global New North aims to increase regional exports, foreign direct investment
WISBUSINESS
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...
Encourage Educational Attainment
Oneida Nation and Ojibwe school in Hayward will use new grant funding for broadband internet and STEM learning. Here's what to know.
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ONEIDA - Two tribes in Wisconsin recently received grants that will help boost access to technology and learning. Here's what to know about the grants and how the funding will be used.
Oneida Nation in Wisconsin will be receiving a $500,000 grant to expand broadband internet service on the reservation, the Biden Administration announced last week. The Oneida Nation is one of 12 tribes in the U.S. receiving a share of $5.8 million in funding from the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program in the Biden-Harris Internet for All initiative... Read More 3> Leadership in the New North
Former congressman, renowned business woman slated to speak at UWGB graduation
WLUK FOX 11 NEWS GREEN BAY - A former congressman and a renowned business woman are set to give graduation speeches at UW-Green Bay this May. Mark Green, former U.S. ambassador and congressman, is slated to speak at the 9:30 a.m. ceremony on May 13. Green served as a Wisconsin congressman from 1999 to 2007 and ran for governor in 2006. He is the current CEO of the Wilson Center, which has been ranked the world's "number one regional studies thinktank..." Read More 4>
Elevate Sustainability as an Economic Driver
Calumet County dairy farm implementing sustainable practices
INSIGHT ON BUSINESS Holsum Dairies in Calumet County is implementing sustainable farming practices on its 5,000 acres through the efforts of agronomy manager John VandenBoom.
Holsum, which has two milking sites and a heifer farm, has implemented conservation practices, such as cover crops, reduced tillage and enhanced manure management...
Leadership in the New North
Green Bay Packers President & CEO, Mark Murphy will be the commencement speaker at St. Norbert College
ST. NORBERT COLLEGE Green Bay Packers President & CEO, Mark Murphy will be the commencement speaker at St. Norbert College on Sunday, May 14, at 11 a.m. in the Mulva Family Fitness & Sports Center on campus. In addition to giving the commencement address, Murphy will be given an honorary doctorate. Baccalaureate Mass will take place on Saturday, May 13, at 4 p.m. at the Mulva Family Fitness & Sports Center.
Murphy, possessor of extensive experience in professional football and sports administration, is in his 16th year as the Packers’ President and CEO. Under Mark’s guidance, the organization continues to rank as one of the NFL’s premier franchises, with highly successful operations both on and off the field. On the field, the team has compiled a 164-97-2 overall record (.627), one of the NFL’s top marks during his tenure. Additionally, the club has made 11 playoff trips, including a team-record eight straight from 2009 to 2016, advanced to five NFC Championship games and earned a victory in Super Bowl XLV...
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Sustainability as an Economic Driver
KI releases social responsibility report
WISBUSINESS GREEN BAY - Continually evaluating how they can improve their company for their customers, employee owners and the community at large, Green Bay-based contract furniture manufacturer, KI, recently shared their 2022 Social Responsibility Report. The report provides an overview of the organization in addition to information about environmental stewardship, sustainable product design and social responsibility... Read More 7> Technology and Innovation Jewelers Mutual Group unveils Crime Awareness Video Series
FOX CITIES CHAMBER - Jewelers Mutual® Group, the insurance and business solutions provider dedicated to the jewelry industry since 1913, announces the Crime Awareness Video Series as the latest educational resource it is contributing to the industry-wide Partner for Protection movement. The video series features security expertise from Jewelers’ Security Alliance and Jewelers Vigilance Canada on crime trends, security tips and actionable solutions to help educate and keep the jewelry industry safe and secure... Read More 8>
Expansion and Business Development in the New North
This downtown Appleton historical building is reopening as a luxury apartment complex
POST CRESCENT APPLETON - Built in 1931, Appleton's first high rise office building, The Zuelke, towers over the city's downtown. Now, just over 90 years later, it will be the home to newly renovated luxury apartments. The renovation of the 12-story building at 103 W. College Ave. was lead by Tegethoff Development, an Indiana-based developer, and includes the creation of 66 luxury apartment units and a first floor commercial space... Read More 9> Expansion and Business Development in the New North
JAS House celebrates 'groundbreaking' milestone, raises $1.2 million for second location
NBC 26 GREEN BAY - A one-of-a-kind nonprofit home for at-risk young adults is getting a second home in Green Bay.
The Journey to Adult Success House, or the JAS House, is a transitional living home for young adults coming out of foster care to learn independent living skills...
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Promoting the Regional Brand
Evers dedicates $7.7M to improve Wisconsin Highway 64 in Marinette County
WEAREGREENBAY.COM MARINETTE - Governor Tony Evers signed a $7.7 million contract to improve over 17 miles of WIS 64 from US 141 to WIS 180 in Marinette County. According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, construction will begin on Tuesday, May 9, and is expected to last all summer, concluding in early September... Read More 11> |
