Subject: 09.10.2021 New North Newsletter

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Support an Entrepreneurial Climate and Small Business
Debtle wins $20,000, while Vaia, Investii earn funding in Summerfest Tech pitch competition
WISCONSIN INNO

SHEBOYGAN -- Sheboygan debt settlement startup Debtle Co. won the $20,000 first-place prize at the Summerfest Tech pitch competition at the Johnson Controls World Sound Stage at Henry Maier Festival Park on Wednesday.

Milwaukee financial technology firm Investii Inc. won $2,500 as the second-place winner and Milwaukee-based group travel app Vaia won $2,500 as the third-place winner....

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Technology and Innovation
Associated Bank announces new strategic plans to accelerate its business
ASSOCIATED BANK

GREEN BAY -- Associated Banc-Corp (NYSE: ASB) today announced plans for the expansion of its lending capabilities, growth of its core businesses, and transformation of its digital strategy. These plans include new higher-margin lending verticals and digital investments which are expected to increase the pace of growth while creating positive operating leverage and enhancing customer experience.

"Given the strength of our Midwest markets and our already solid foundation, we have a significant opportunity to strategically drive revenue growth across our core business lines while also expanding our portfolio," said Andy Harmening, president and CEO, Associated Bank. "Building on our momentum over the last 120 days and capitalizing on the strengths of our franchise, our growth focused and digital forward initiatives will position us to deliver higher shareholder returns."..

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Promoting the Regional Brand
Whistling Straits ready to host 2020 Ryder Cup
WBAY

SHEBOYGAN -- The stage is just about set for the 2020 Ryder Cup. The U.S. vs. Europe match play event will take place at Whistling Straits, along the tranquil shores of Lake Michigan. Some of the best golfers from the U.S. and Europe will be teeing off in two weeks, the event delayed a year because of the pandemic.

“At the time was a little disappointing, but looking back I think it’s added to the excitement, to the drama. I think the State of Wisconsin and golf fans in general are ready for the Ryder Cup,” says Mike O’Reilly, Director of Golf Operations....

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Expansion and Business Development in the New North
Manitowoc's new BayCare Clinic announces date for grand opening
WFRV

MANITOWOC – The new BayCare Clinic Lakeside Campus in Manitowoc will host its grand opening event on Sept. 22.

According to officials, the grand opening is planned from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and will be held at the new 46,000 square-foot facility. The facility was built on 9.3 acres of land.

“This new facility will help us better meet the increasing demand for localized, specialized health care services,” says Dr. Alexander Roitstein, president, BayCare Clinic...

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Celebrating Diversity-Equity-Inclusion-Belonging
'We all hold those identities': New UW-Green Bay program teaches self-reflection through diversity, equity and inclusion
GREEN BAY PRESS GAZETTE

GREEN BAY - Diversity, equity and inclusion certificate programs have sprouted up across the country in recent years, and Green Bay can now count itself among communities that feature the training.

An eight-week course in diversity, equity and inclusion training has come to the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay that promises accountability, cultural awareness and perhaps a little discomfort...

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Celebrating Diversity-Equity-Inclusion-Belonging
Organizations helping Afghan refugees start a new life in the Fox Valley
WLUK 

FOX VALLEY -- The Fox Valley is now preparing to be a home to Afghan refugees, and local agencies are stepping up to help.

It's still unknown when Afghanistan refugees will arrive in the Fox Valley and how many there will be, but, regardless, World Relief Fox Valley is getting ready to welcome them with open arms...

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Organizations helping Afghan refugees start a new life in the Fox Valley, WLUK story above
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