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Research and Trends in NE Wisconsin
The H.S. Group conducted a wage survey in 2019 specific to Northeast Wisconsin businesses
THE H.S. GROUP
The H.S. Group conducted a wage survey in 2019 specific to Northeast Wisconsin businesses after taking the torch from local Chambers of Commerce groups. In our first year conducting the survey, we saw 126 local organizations participate and a number of others who purchased survey results and expressed interest in future participation. Approximately 180 positions were surveyed with full results released in mid-October of that year.
We are pleased to announce that we will once again be coordinating the wage and salary survey in 2021...
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Economic Development Feature
Mercury Marine worth $5B to Fond du Lac
WHBY
A new study estimates Mercury Marine is worth more than five billion dollars to Fond du Lac. The economic impact report was compiled by Envision Fond du Lac and takes into account salaries paid to employees–how that money is spent in the community–and taxes paid by the company....
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Expansion and Business Development in the New North
Kohler Company is expanding its generator facility to meet increased demand for large generators
SHEBOYGAN PRESS
KOHLER - Kohler Company is working on its second major expansion in the last eight years.
A 155,000-square-foot project is currently underway at the company's existing North American generator manufacturing facility in the town of Mosel, according to a news release. The new space will house a customer experience center, more warehouse space and increased production and testing space....
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Expansion and Business Development in the New North
Impact Sports Academy announces opening of 42,000 sq. ft. facility
WFRV
LAWRENCE – Impact Sports Academy has announced the opening of their new 42,000 sq. ft. facility in Lawrence.
According to officials, the facility will have a full-size infield, eight batting cages and a 4,000 sq. ft. performance center.
“We hope that ISA can become a destination for athletes from all over the state of Wisconsin as well as neighboring states. We have always prided ourselves on providing athletes of all skill sets and ages, a chance to be a part of our program. If we can continue to grow the games of baseball and softball in the community, we feel our impact on the community can be widespread!” says Jason Berken...
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Expansion and Business Development in the New North
Dulmes Decor opens new facility in former lumber company building
SHEBOYGAN PRESS
Sheboygan -- For many years Richardson Lumber used to operate out of where the Dulmes Decor relocated as seen on a display, Wednesday, May 5, 2021, in Sheboygan...
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Economic Development Feature
Alpine Resort sold: Owner intends to preserve lodge, re-open golf course
DOOR COUNTY PULSE
After 100 years under the ownership of the Bertschinger Family, the Alpine Resort is changing hands.
Broker Jacinda Duffin of True North Real Estate represented the buyer, Alpine Resort Acquisition Company, LLC. Tom Fisk and Tom Sheuerman of NAI Pfefferle represented the sellers.
The name of the new owner and the purchase price was not revealed, but Duffin said those who reside in and love Door County will be happy to hear the plans for the property...Read More 7>
Encourage Educational Attainment
New North schools receive fab lab grants
INSIGHT PUBLICATIONS
New North school districts were among 28 statewide to receive fabrication lab grants as part of a total of more than $635,000 awarded through the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. Districts can use the funds to establish or expand fab lab facilities.
“The fab labs program engages students in science, math and engineering, allowing them to create and invent all sorts of things from robots to 3D models,” Gov. Tony Evers said. “The skills learned in Wisconsin’s fab labs can help prepare our kids for their future, including good-paying jobs in technology and manufacturing, which are critically important for our state’s future and our economy.”...
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Encourage Educational Attainment
Lakeland University graduates 690 students at 159th commencement
SHEBOYGAN PRESS
PLYMOUTH -- This was the first ceremony, Saturday, May 1, 2021, in the role of Lakeland's president for Beth Borgen, who was promoted to the role late last year at the University's commencement in Plymouth, Wis....
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Promoting the Regional Brand
Progress Lakeshore honors area businesses
INSIGHT PUBLICATIONS
Progress Lakeshore honored five businesses with its annual Excellence in Economic Development Awards, which recognize the best economic development projects and the year’s most influential leaders.
CORE Treatment Services received the Entrepreneurial Achievement Award, which recognizes an individual or emerging small business that has developed its ideas, products and/or services into a viable, competitive business, while positively impacting the community...
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New North Region Stepping Up to the COVID-19 Challenge
Wisconsin import growth outpacing exports in Q1, both up over pre-pandemic levels
BIZ TIMES-MILWAUKEE BUSINESS NEWS
International imports into Wisconsin increased nearly 22% in the first quarter compared to the same period a year ago while the state’s exports are up around 5.4%, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Comparisons to data from early 2020 are complicated by the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, but both exports and imports for Q1 are also up in comparison to 2019 and 2018...
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