Leadership in the New North
Transition of Miron leadership builds on legacy of quality, safety, family
THE BUSINESS NEWS
NEENAH – After nearly 50 years of leadership at Miron Construction Co., Inc., former President/CEO David G. “Dave” Voss, Jr. has transitioned to chairman of the board, as current COO/former Vice President Kippenhan transitioned to president/COO...
Promoting the Regional Brand
More than just clean laundry, it's a way of giving back: Alliance Laundry Systems donated more than 100 pieces of laundry equipment in 2024
THE BUSINESS NEWS
RIPON – For nearly 120 years, Margaret Heffernan, communications and corporate giving manager with Alliance Laundry Systems, said the Ripon-headquartered company has had a giving-back mentality.
Heffernan said there are examples of giving back dating to the company’s start more than a century ago...
Attract, Develop and Retain Diverse Talent New stats on registered apprenticeships
COMMUNITY COLLEGE DAILY
Despite efforts to expand registered apprenticeships into other fields, the construction industry still
employs the bulk of all apprentices, according to a new report from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL).
From 2019 through 2022, there were 2.8 million participants in registered apprenticeship programs across all industries, the report says. More than 1.1 million apprentices were enrolled in construction apprenticeships during that period.,,
Promoting the Regional Brand University of Wisconsin-Green Bay opens outdoor adventure center for winter activities FOX 11 NEWS
GREEN BAY (WLUK) -- Get some fresh air while getting active at University of Wisconsin - Green Bay's Outdoor Adventure Center. Explore winter scenic trails, a premier 18-hole disc golf course, and more... Read More 4> Attract, Develop and Retain Diverse Talent
Appleton ranks as Midwest's 4th-best city to move to for affordability and economy
FOX 11 NEWS GREENVILLE (WLUK) -- A new report declares Appleton among one of the best Midwest cities to move to this year. ConsumerAffairs compared 100 of the most populous cities in the Midwest region across five categories — safety, affordability, economy, education, and quality of life — to rank the best cities to move to... Read More 5>
Special Event
Progress Lakeshore opens nominations for 'excellence' awards
INSIGHT ON BUSINESS
Progress Lakeshore has opened nominations for its annual Excellence in Economic Development Awards Breakfast.
The breakfast and awards ceremony will take place May 13...
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Report: U.S. set to dominate global chip production
SITESELECTION.COM
The U.S. will triple its semiconductor manufacturing capacity from 2022, when the CHIPS and Science Act went into effect, to 2032, according to a report from the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA), in partnership with the Boston Consulting Group. The projected 203% growth is the largest projected percent increase in the world over that time. The study, “Emerging Resilience in the Semiconductor Supply Chain,” also says the U.S. will grow its share of advanced logic (below 10nm) manufacturing to 28% of global capacity by 2032, up from 0% in 2022, according to an SIA release...
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Press Conference at the City East Center to Celebrate the Green Bay ARPA Grant and its Impact on Childcare Accessibility
BROWN COUNTY UNITED WAY
GREEN BAY– The City of Green Bay, Brown County United Way, and Family & Childcare Resources of Northeast Wisconsin invite you to a press conference celebrating the investment of City of Green Bay ARPA funds to enhance childcare accessibility in our community. This investment is addressing a critical need for families by creating new childcare slots and supporting group- and family-based childcare programs in Green Bay.
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St. Norbert College named a best institution for international students
SAINT NORBERT COLLEGE
DE PERE, Wis. – Jan. 27, 2024 – St. Norbert College has been recognized nationally as one of the best colleges for international students. Colleges of Distinction, a trusted resource for students, parents, and guidance counselors across the country, recently released its list of Best Colleges for International Students 2024. St. Norbert is one of only five institutions in Wisconsin to be recognized with the honor and the only to be named in Northeast Wisconsin.
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