Technology and Innovation Access, adoption, affordability: Bridging the digital divide goes beyond rural infrastructure
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Before she moved back to her home state in 2016 and became a champion for economic development in Wisconsin’s Northwoods, Brittany Beyer lived in New York City for 18 years. But her neighborhood in Brooklyn and her home in Rhinelander had something in common that would become an animating issue in Beyer’s career: They were both underserved when it came to broadband...
Expansion and Business Development in the New North
Centivo launches partnership with SSM Health in the Fond du Lac market to offer Wisconsin businesses and employees more affordable, high-quality healthcare
WISBUSINESS
BUFFALO, N.Y. - Centivo, a new type of health plan for self-funded employers that’s anchored around leading providers of value-based care, announced today it has expanded its provider network in Wisconsin with the addition of SSM Health hospitals and clinics in the greater Fond du Lac area, including locations in Beaver Dam, Fond du Lac, Ripon and Waupun. These facilities are part of SSM Health, a not-for-profit health system serving the comprehensive health needs of communities through a robust and fully integrated healthcare delivery system...
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Small Towns: Pagel's Ponderosa Dairy overcomes family tragedy to carry on a legacy
WBAY.COM KEWAUNEE COUNTY - To mark June Dairy Month, our weekly Small Towns series has focused on farming. We conclude this month-long series with the story of Wisconsin’s largest, private, family-owned dairy farm, that in recent years had to overcome unspeakable tragedy. This week in Small Towns, we travel to Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy in Kewaunee County, where an amazing legacy carries on... Read More 3>
Leadership in the New North
Get to know: Ron Franklin of Greater Green Bay Chamber
INSIGHT ON BUSINESS Statistics around small business success are staggering — one in five fails within the first year.
But Ron Franklin is working to improve that, and his track record is impressive. The director of entrepreneurship for the Greater Green Bay Chamber says the businesses that go through the chamber’s Startup Hub have a 98% success rate...
Attract, Develop and Retain Diverse Talent
UnitedHealth buying home health care provider in $3.3B deal
FOX CITIES CHAMBER Hoffman Planning, Design & Construction, Inc. has been certified as a 2023 Gold-level Employee Friendly Workplace in the Fox Cities by the Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce. This certification recognizes employers who demonstrate a significant commitment to promoting work/life integration by creating a positive work environment and experience for all employees...
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Elevate Sustainability as an Economic Driver
Fincantieri Marine Group: Shipyards celebrate second-year "green" certification
WISBUSINESS WASHINGTON, DC - Last week Fincantieri Marinette Marine (FMM) and Fincantieri ACE Marine (FAM) received recognition for their continued efforts in environmental sustainability at the Green Marine GreenTech conference in Seattle... Promoting the Regional Brand
Epic proportions: Contract furniture giant KI sits pretty in the education market
INSIGHT ON BUSINESS Humble, utilitarian, found ubiquitously in church basements and banquet halls, the metal folding chair seems a far cry from the modern furniture designs for which KI has become known. But for the contract furniture company, the metal folding chair exemplifies 82 years of adaptation, evolution and innovation...
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Expansion and Business Development in the New North
National Lighting Electrical Services building new headquarters
INSIGHT ON BUSINESS National Lighting Electrical Services, a local distributor of cutting-edge lighting technology, broke ground for a new headquarters in town of Clayton that could result in up to 50 new jobs.
The new construction for NLES will be 117,500 square feet, featuring an office space, warehousing area, and space for future expansion...
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Year-round destination: Marquette, Green Lake counties drive growth beyond tourist season
INSIGHT ON BUSINESS To know Marquette County is to love it, says Economic Development and Tourism Coordinator Keri Solis, who offers an unconventional piece of supporting evidence for her claim.
“The proof is in the obituaries,” she says without a hint of sarcasm. “When you look at the obituaries, either you are born and die in Marquette County, or you visited your whole life and then retired here...” Read More 9> Special Event
Annual U.S. Venture Children's Week celebrates local kids with a week full of free or reduced-cost activities
FOX CITIES CHAMBER
U.S. Venture Children’s Week in Appleton is excited to announce that the community-wide celebration of kids will return July 23 – 29, 2023. This special week, dedicated to the kids in our community, consists of a week full of free or reduced cost family activities, including signature events such as the Children’s Parade, Playground Fair, and more...
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Wisconsin Resident Receives International Award
GOODWILL NCW Taylor Devenport was born prematurely, leading to delays in her development. While attending Logan High School in La Crosse, WI, she needed extra time to complete class work and was enrolled in special education classes to address her learning challenges. During her junior year in 2009, she was referred by her special education teacher to Goodwill North Central Wisconsin’s (NCW) School-to-Work program. This opportunity equipped Devenport with the self-confidence, job and leadership skills needed to achieve her career goals and help others do the same. That is why Goodwill Industries International (GII) is proud to honor Devenport as its 2023 Achiever of the Year. Devenport was recently honored at the annual Goodwill Delegate Assembly...
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