Subject: 12.16.2020 New North Newsletter


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Manitowoc’s Metal Art of Wisconsin featured on ABC World News Tonight
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter
MANITOWOC – Metal Art of Wisconsin owner Shane Henderson never would have imagined five or six years ago that his metal-working hobby would blow up into a company selling thousands and thousands of items featured on national news.

On Wednesday, a few hours before Metal Art was featured on the “Made in America” segment of ABC World News Tonight with David Muir on WBAY-Channel 2, Henderson told Streetwise Manitowoc he expected phones to once again ring off the hook with orders — it's not the first time the company's been....


Video: Microsoft and Green Bay Packers team up to invest in Black and Latinx entrepreneurs
CNBC
Microsoft President Brad Smith and Mark Murphy, president and CEO of the Green Bay Packers, joined “Squawk Box” on Tuesday to discuss an investment initiative to benefit Black and Latinx entrepreneurs called “Equity League."


Wisconsin startups to watch in 2021 - ChemDirect, Debtle, Proceed, and Punch from the Region made the top list
Wisconsin Startup Coalition
Despite a global pandemic impacting broad parts of our nation’s economy, Wisconsin tech startups continued to launch new products, create new jobs and attract Venture Capital to the state in 2020. As we head into 2021 expect Wisconsin tech startups are playing a key role in reshaping new markets such as “meat alternatives,” “digital commerce,” and “the future of work” as well as traditional markets such as agriculture, energy, finance, healthcare and logistics....


Menasha’s Dura-Fibre to provide specialty packaging for COVID-19 vaccine
We Are Green Bay
MENASHA, Wis. (WFRV) – A Menasha-based paperboard manufacturer, Dura-Fibre, announced it will be providing specialty laminated paperboard sleeves and inserts for some of the US novel coronavirus vaccines during shipment.

Wisconsin set to receive first shipment of Pfizer vaccine
“Dura-Fibre’s specialty laminated paperboard sleeves and inserts are protecting some of the COVID-19 vaccines right now as they are being shipped around the country,” said Luke Benrud, President, Dura-Fibre. “We are proud to be a part of the solution in getting the country past this....


Local couple brings authentic Jamaican food to Green Bay
We Are Green Bay
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Lil Jamaica is serving Green Bay a taste of what authentic Jamaican food is like.

You may have seen Lil Jamaica’s food truck around town but owners Nemard “Derron” Wilson and his girlfriend Janel Johnson expanded their business and built a lounge right on 1332 South Broadway Street in Green Bay....


Bergstrom Automotive named 2020 Best Dealership Group to Work For by auto industry magazine
Green Bay Press-Gazette
NEENAH - Bergstrom Automotive was named the 2020 Best Dealership Group to Work For by Automotive News.

The Neenah-based operator of 30 dealerships in the Fox Valley, Green Bay, Oshkosh and Madison areas has more than half of its dealerships ranked in the top 100 dealerships to work for in the auto industry trade publication's annual rankings. There are about 16,700 dealerships in the United States.

"This is extremely exciting because to have 16 out of 30 stores qualify is an honor," said Chief Operating Officer Tim Bergstrom. "To even have one qualify....
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OSHKOSH CORPORATION TO ACQUIRE PRATT MILLER
Oshkosh Corp News
OSHKOSH, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK), a leading innovator of mission-critical vehicles and essential equipment, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Pratt Miller, which specializes in advanced engineering, technology and innovation across the motorsport and multiple ground vehicle markets, for a cash-free, debt-free purchase price of $115 million. Additional terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Pratt Miller will maintain its name, team members, facilities and branding elements.

Founded in 1989 and headquartered in New Hudson, Mich., Pratt Miller brings over 30 years of experience solving its customers’ most complex and technical challenges. Led by its world-class engineering and motorsports heritage, Pratt Miller has made significant advances in dynamic growth areas such as artificial intelligence, robotics, autonomous and....
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Local company’s packaged coffee sales skyrocket as consumers brew at home

NBC 26
LITTLE CHUTE, Wis. (NBC26) -- Just because some people are working remotely during the pandemic doesn't mean they aren't drinking their fair share of coffee. In fact, it's quite the opposite.

"Honestly, we are fortunate and with Covid... that coffee at home has really expanded," Trilliant Food and Nutrition General Manager.....
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Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest open for 2021 entries through Jan. 31, 2021
WisBusiness
The 18th annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest is accepting entries online for the 2021 competition through 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, 2021.

The contest is designed to encourage entrepreneurs in the startup stage of tech-based businesses in Wisconsin. The contest links up-and-coming entrepreneurs with a statewide network of community resources, expert advice and mentoring, management talent and possible sources of capital.

Over time, the contest has led to valuable public and media exposure for the top business plans and spurred economic growth in Wisconsin. In 2020, finalists shared in more than...
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COVID-19 Updates & Resources
As the COVID-19 begins to have an increased impact on our businesses and communities, we thank our local media for keeping us informed. Additional resources can be found on the COVID-19 Updates page on the New North website.
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