|
|
| | | | | New North Inc. would like to thank Amcor
for their support as a Leadership level investor!
For more information about Amcor, click HERE |
| |
Economic Development Feature
Companies invited to meet with wood buyers from Pakistan on June 13
NEW NORTH, INC.
The Pakistani group is touring Menominee Forest land and the Menominee Tribal Enterprises mill in Neopit, Wis. The wood buyers then will take part in the informational event, providing the opportunity for participating companies and members of the Lake States Lumber Association to generate new sales leads and to build relationships with key players from the Pakistani wood industry....
Promoting the Regional Brand
Green Bay Doulas and House of Hope Green Bay to Host 5th Annual Diaper Drive
HOUSE OF HOPE GREEN BAY -- On July 16, Green Bay Doulas and House of Hope will host the 5th annual Diaper Green Bay diaper drive to benefit infants and families in our community experiencing homelessness and housing instability. The drive will raise diapers, wipes, funds, and awareness about family and childhood homelessness and the many families in need of clean, dry diapers throughout Green Bay. Businesses and organizations throughout the community will serve as diaper drop-off locations from June 20 to July 16, 2022. One in three families in America struggles to provide their babies with clean diapers. Unfortunately, there are very few public resources to alleviate this problem. Food assistance programs do not cover diapers, most licensed daycare facilities require disposable diapers, and most laundromats do not allow the washing of cloth diapers due to sanitary concerns. This can lead to babies being kept in dirty diapers for extended periods of time, causing both physical and emotional suffering for so many little ones... Expansion and Business Development in the New North
Gulfstream expanding in Appleton, adding 200 jobs
WLUK APPLETON -- Gulfstream will construct an aircraft paint facility at its facility in Appleton, and will add more than 200 jobs. The $55 million facility will be capable of painting 48 planes per year. The company plans to open the 73,000-square-foot facility in the fall of 2023. “We are in a period of rapid growth and are currently hiring for a wide range of positions. We have openings for engineers, mechanics, avionics technicians and highly skilled trade and craftspeople. Gulfstream offers excellent training to assist in starting a new career in aviation,” said L.D. Buerger, vice president of completions, Gulfstream. “Gulfstream creates the world’s finest business aircraft, designed and outfitted with beautiful interiors. We are excited about this expansion and the opportunity to recruit and hire new talent to join the Gulfstream team at our Appleton facility.”... Expansion and Business Development in the New North
Bellin, Gunderson explore merger as health care industry consolidation continues in Wisconsin
GREEN BAY PRESS GAZETTE GREEN BAY - Gundersen Health System and Bellin Health are finalizing a merger that would create one of the largest health care providers in Wisconsin. Discussions between Green Bay-based Bellin and La Crosse-based Gundersen evolved out of their joint involvement in AboutHealth, a network formed in 2014 by six of Wisconsin's largest care providers. Together, Bellin and Gundersen would employ more than 14,000 people. They will operate 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics. The not-for-profit providers’ service area would span western and northeastern Wisconsin, Upper Michigan, southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa...
Read More 4>
Expansion and Business Development in the New North
The Michels family lost its patriarch to a heart attack. Now, they're giving $3 million toward SSM Health's expansion
FOND DU LAC REPORTER
FOND DU LAC – One in three Wisconsin deaths are caused by heart attack or stroke, and SSM Health Greater Fond du Lac Region is taking a new step to expand heart care services available in the city. The SSM Health Dale Michels Heart & Vascular Care center, 420 E. Division St., will spend the next year undergoing an $8.5 million dollar expansion to accommodate its growing list of physicians and heart services. Additions will include a Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab, three new preparation and recovery rooms, a new private consultation room, renovated reception area, expanded employee spaces, a semi-private family waiting area and other aesthetic improvements... Read More 5> Support an Entrepreneurial Climate and Small Business
Green Bay Packers' VC firm TitletownTech leads $2M investment in construction startup
WISCONSIN INNO GREEN BAY -- TitletownTech, a Green Bay venture capital firm formed by the Green Bay Packers and Microsoft, said its latest investment was in a new startup spun out of one of the largest engineering firms in greater Cincinnati. TitletownTech led a $2 million seed round for Configure Inc., an online construction marketplace that recently launched to connect manufacturers, suppliers and contractors, according to a Tuesday announcement.... Read More 6> Promoting the Regional Brand
Oconto Falls Hospital marks a century of care
GREEN BAY PRESS GAZETTE
OCONTO FALLS – HSHS St. Clare Memorial Hospital marked its first century of service with a Mass of Celebration and other events on Wednesday.
“What a legacy of care for those in need, especially of health care,” Green Bay Diocese Bishop David Ricken said in opening his homily.
The hospital’s staff, many of whom attended the outdoor Mass, were performing “incredibly important work,” Ricken said...
Read More 7>
Fostering Diversity-Equity-Inclusion-Belonging
What is pride? Local Appleton nonprofit explains the importance of Pride Month
WFRV
APPLETON – June is National Pride Month, and the Director of Diverse & Resilient in Appleton is sharing some knowledge of the services, events, and other information about the upcoming month.
Pride Month began after the events that unfolded during the Stonewall riots in 1969, which had LGBTQ+ riots against police violence that they were experiencing. As a result, many pride events have been held in the month of June to commemorate the impact the LGBTQ+ community had...
Read More 8>
Leadership in the New North
NWTC names new vice president of College Advancement
WLUK
GREEN BAY – Following a nationwide search, Northeast Wisconsin Technical College has named a new vice president of College Advancement.
Meridith Jaeger will serve as a member of the College’s executive leadership team to drive strategic initiatives that strengthen institutional advancement, development and community relations. Jaeger has been with NWTC since 2018 as Dean for Corporate Training and Economic Development. (CTED)...
Read More 9>
|
| | TitletownTech led a $2 million seed round for Configure Inc., an online construction marketplace that recently launched to connect manufacturers, suppliers and contractors. See Wisconsin Inno story above.
|
| | COVID-19 Vaccine Info & ARPA Resources
As our region continues to respond and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, we will share updated info and resources on the New North website.
CLICK HERE FOR COVID-19 UPDATES & RESOURCES |
| | New North Newsletters Global New North is here to help you do smarter and bigger business through exporting. Subscribe today to receive multiple exporting resources and event updates right in your inbox. |
| New North Vision To be recognized as nationally and globally competitive for personal and economic growth.
New North Mission To be the catalyst for regional prosperity for all through collaborative action. |
| | | Don't miss out! To make sure you continue to receive our daily news briefings, please add our email address to your address or safe-sender list. |
| |
