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Promoting the Regional Brand
New North Summit brings best in business together
NBC 26 GREEN BAY - The 2022 New North Summit highlighted some of the best in business in Northeast Wisconsin. It brought in close to 600 individuals from CEOs of startups to professors, all are leaders in the flourishing Northeast business world.
It was also the perfect networking opportunity. New North President and CEO Barb LaMue pointed out the amount of business that gets done right on the atrium floor that day.
“So much of, you know, growing a business is those connections, making those connections, meeting people and talking to their founders,“ Abi Barnes said. She's the CEO and co-founder of Amulet, a digital health company. She was also on a panel today alongside Peter Romanesko of Demiplane and Alex Tyink of Fork Farms, all are startups funded by TitletownTech.
The connections Barnes made are what helped her bring Amulet to Wisconsin. But as a New York native, why bring her business to the Midwest?...
Economic Development Feature
Jobless claims up, business experts remain optimistic about Wisconsin's economy
FOX 11 GREEN BAY - New national numbers are out for people who filed for unemployment benefits last week.Although jobless claims seem to be trending up, Americans collecting benefits remain unchanged from the previous week, staying at an all time low.
Area business leaders talked about inflation and the worker shortage during a summit Thursday, with the group called New North.
The annual event draws in business, education and community leaders from all over the Midwest and the state.
Rebecca Deschane has been the vice president of talent development at New North since January 2021.
"As we look at jobless claims, it kind of trends up and down throughout the course of cycles," said Deschane.
She says the same cycle is seen right here in northeast Wisconsin...
Promoting the Regional Brand
New North artwork represents Northeast Wisconsin
FOX 11
GREEN BAY - A new piece of artwork aims to represent all the different people who call Northeast Wisconsin home.Artist Gregory Frederic unveiled the artwork at the annual New North Summit at Lambeau Field Thursday.
It's part of the New North’s ongoing digital campaign, More YOU in NEW, designed to attract and retain talent to the area. Frederic, who moved to Green Bay in 2013 from Haiti, says he was inspired by the many great things happening here and its four seasons. “It’s more than football. The culture here is building and growing. The arts are popping up all over the place. It’s more than you think. People should know it... Leadership in the New North
J.F. Ahern Co. receives 2022 New North Workplace Excellence Award
NEW NORTH NEW NORTH – J. F. Ahern Co., a mechanical and fire protection contractor headquartered in Fond du Lac, has been named as the winner of the 2022 New North Workplace Excellence Award. Selected from nominated companies in the 18-county region through a multi-phase evaluation process, J. F. Ahern Co. representatives were presented the award at the New North Summit, held June 9 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay.The award recognizes organizations within the New North region who are improving their competitive advantage through people practices that lead to successful business outcomes. Sponsored by Right Management, businesses are evaluated for the award based on employee engagement, business results and overall success. “It is an honor to present J. F. Ahern Co. with the New North Workplace Excellence Award,” says Barb LaMue, president and CEO of New North Inc. “In reviewing the award submissions, their people-focused approach really stood out to us. Strong internal communications and effective employee onboarding are keys to success in today’s business climate, and J. F. Ahern Co. has developed new processes to master those universal challenges.” Founded in 1880, J. F. Ahern Co. specializes in HVAC, Plumbing, Controls, Sprinkler, Extinguisher & Alarm, and Fabrication for construction and service projects. The family-owned company, which is the third-largest fire-protection contractor in the country, has more than 1,400 employees servicing commercial and industrial customers across the United States. J. F. Ahern Co. centers its operations around one thing: people. Having a highly engaged and effective workforce is one of the company’s four strategic objectives. “Our company’s 142-year history wouldn’t be possible without our employees’ innovative, cutting-edge ideas,” says Tony Ahern, president & COO of J. F. Ahern Co.... Read More 4>
Economic Development Feature
Schneider National acquires deBoer Transportation, a Wisconsin-based trucking, transportation competitor
GREEN BAY PRESS GAZETTE ASHWAUBENON - Trucking giant Schneider National Inc. on Tuesday acquired deBoer Transportation with a plan to integrate the central Wisconsin company into its existing businesses.Ashwaubenon-based Schneider did not disclose the purchase price, but said it had acquired deBoer's 160 tractors and 660 trailers. The acquisition does not include deBoer's headquarters property in Blenker, an unincorporated area about midway between Marshfield and Stevens Point, or a maintenance shop near Dallas.... New North Region Stepping Up to the COVID-19 Challenge
Winnebago County creates plan to distribute $10.35 million ‘Neighborhood Reinvestment Fund Grant’
CBS LOCAL 5
OSHKOSH - $10.35 million from the statewide ‘Neighborhood Reinvestment Fund Grant’ can go a long way in the fight against homelessness. Winnebago County is using every cent it got from this American Rescue Plan-funded program to attack homelessness on six fronts.... Read More 6> Economic Development Feature
Wisconsin Herd signs multi-year extension, to stay at Oshkosh Arena
CBS LOCAL 5
OSHKOSH – The home of the Wisconsin Herd won’t be changing anytime soon, as a multi-year extension was signed for its lease at Oshkosh Arena. The Wisconsin Herd and Milwaukee Bucks have entered into a multi-year extension of the lease at Oshkosh Arena. The terms of the deal were not released.
“We are thrilled to continue our partnership with Oshkosh Arena. We are grateful for the continued support of our fans, partners and the Oshkosh and the Fox Valley communities. We are looking forward to an exciting future of Herd Basketball at Oshkosh Arena,” said Steve Brandes, President of the Wisconsin Herd... Read More 7>
Special Event
Applications open for 20th annual J.J. Keller Safety Professional of the Year awards
FOX CITIES CHAMBER
J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc., a North American leader in safety and regulatory compliance solutions, is now accepting applications for the 20th Annual J. J. Keller Safety Professional of the Year (SPOTY) Awards. The SPOTY Awards recognize workplace safety professionals who go above and beyond their daily duties to build a culture and vision for safety and achieve excellence in safety for their companies. Applications will remain open through July 31, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. CST at jjkeller.com/spoty.
The winning safety professionals will be chosen by a panel from J. J. Keller’s staff of 75+ safety consultants and experts — acknowledged industry leaders with a combined 500+ years of experience. The winners will be announced in September... Read More 8> |
| | | | J.F. Ahern Co. has been named as the winner of the 2022 New North Workplace Excellence Award. Ahern representatives receiving their award at the New North Summit, L-R: Tony Ahern, President and COO; Jerid Winkler, Director of Supply Chain; Krista Ebbens, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary; Karmen Haldiman, Organizational Development Manager; Grant Nadler, Vice President-Northeast/Northwest Wisconsin Regions; Al Vander Velden, General Manager-Northeast Wisconsin Region. New North Story above. |
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