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The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today announced record participation in its Youth Apprenticeship (YA) programs, with 8,357 high-school juniors and seniors pursuing paid, on-the-job training in fields, including manufacturing, health, science,...
WisBusiness: Experts agree recession likely later this year
Wisconsin experts agree the U.S. economy is likely headed for a recession later this year as federal officials continue their efforts to tamp down inflation. That was the general consensus among panelists during yesterday’s Wisconsin Economic Forecast Luncheon in...
InsideWis: Future of computer science will touch most of industry, education
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. -- The crowd sheltered by a tent overlooking a UW-Madison construction site included some of computing’s more familiar names. There was Larry Landweber, an original member of the Internet Hall of Fame for his work in establishing the first...
Global entrepreneurship leader to keynote June 1 at Entrepreneurs’ Conference in Milwaukee
Milwaukee native and Marquette University graduate Charles Ross, the chief executive officer of the International Business Innovation Association, will set the tone for the annual Wisconsin Entrepreneurs’ Conference, to be held May 31 and June 1 in Milwaukee. The...
BizTimes Milwaukee: Increased focus on automation could push Rockwell revenue over $9 billion this year
For the second straight quarter, Milwaukee-based Rockwell Automation increased its fiscal year guidance, now projecting that its revenue could top $9 billion this year. Rockwell, a maker of industrial automation and digital transformation products, saw a strong...
BizTimes Milwaukee: Froedtert & Medical College receive $12.5 million to launch traumatic brain injury treatment program for veterans, first responders
Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin on Thursday announced plans for a new program aimed at treating traumatic brain injury in military veterans and first responders. The program, known as BRAVE (Building Resilience through Action in Veterans and First...
MKE Startup News: A second look at Q1 VC Funding
According to Pitchbook data, 27 Wisconsin-based startup companies raised venture capital in the first quarter of 2023. Nine of the companies that received venture dollars are headquartered in the Milwaukee region. Collectively, the companies raised over $28 million in...
WisPolitics: Dept. of Workforce Development: March local unemployment data breaks records
The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today released the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates of unemployment and employment statistics for Wisconsin metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for March 2023.In brief, the...
BizTimes Milwaukee: Leadership Lens: Eve Hall on Milwaukee’s diversity, innovative thinking and making the best decision for the whole
Editor’s note: Interested in more Leadership Lens? Marquette president Michael Lovell and BizTimes managing editor Arthur Thomas will be joined by Omar Shaikh, partner in Carnevor and 3rd Street Market Hall and an active member of the business community, for a live...
Office of the Governor: Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce 25 Wisconsin School Districts Awarded Fab Lab Grants
Gov. Tony Evers, together with Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes, today announced that Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe School and 24 other schools around the state will receive more than $560,000 in fab lab grants to train...
WisBusiness: Wisconsin video game sector ‘ripe for growth,’ advocate says
A spokesperson for the Entertainment Software Association says Wisconsin’s video game sector is “ripe for growth” as the global industry continues to expand rapidly. Tara Ryan, vice president for state government affairs with the ESA, spoke yesterday during a...
Wisconsin Inno: Virtual nursing startup raises $1.5M to pivot and address hospital staffing crisis
Nurse Disrupted won the Information Technology category of the 2021 Governor's Business Plan Contest. As hospital systems nationwide face financial shortfalls and staffing shortages, Madison-area virtual nursing startup Nurse Disrupted recently raised $1.5 million to...
Legacy Solar Cooperative one of 25 U.S. winners in first phase of federal energy competition
Contact: Kurt Reinhold at 608-957-6801 or kurt@legacysolarcoop.org Legacy Solar Cooperative, which has more than 280 members across Wisconsin, is one of 25 similar organizations in the United States to win a Phase 1 “Community Power Accelerator Prize” through the...
BizTimes Milwaukee: Versiti hopes to break ground soon on $63.5 million Blood Research Institute expansion
Milwaukee-based Versiti, a nonprofit organization specializing in blood health solutions, is planning a $63.5 million, 60,000-square-foot expansion of its Blood Research Institute in Wauwatosa. The VBRI currently has about 90,000 square feet of space on Watertown...
WisBusiness: SHINE to offer new radiation testing service later this year
SHINE Technologies plans to offer a new radiation testing service to the aerospace and defense industries. The service will be provided at a dedicated facility at SHINE’s Janesville campus, where customers’ “mission-critical” components will be tested for...
Wisconsin Ag Connection: Farm Wisconsin Embraces Robotics to Celebrate Earth Day
Farm Wisconsin, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting agriculture and educating the public, celebrated Earth Day with a focus on robotics and sustainable farming practices. The event showcased a variety of innovative technologies and farming techniques that...
WisBusiness: Rock County, Alliant Energy: Partner to offer renewable energy to Wisconsin customers
Rock County and Alliant Energy have announced their partnership on two solar projects to be established on a nearly 22-acre site. The plan includes constructing a 2.25-megawatt (MW) community solar garden alongside a 1.4-MW customer-hosted project in Janesville,...
WEDC: WEDC Board approves awarding up to $5.6 million in tax incentives to assist Charter Next Generation expansion in Milton
The Board of Directors of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) today approved awarding up to $5.6 million in performance-based tax credits to assist Charter Next Generation with $270 million in investments that will create more than 340 jobs statewide...
Wisconsin Inno: Startups selected for gener8tor’s next sustainability accelerator
After receiving more than 400 applications from startups from around the country, gener8tor, a startup accelerator based in Madison, has selected the next five companies that will enter its sustainability cohort. First announced in late 2021, gener8tor's first...
Wisconsin Inno: Epic Systems says generative AI could help with health systems’ financial woes
One of Wisconsin's most well-known technology companies is incorporating generative artificial intelligence (AI) into its electronic health records software. Verona-based Epic Systems Corp. is implementing Microsoft Corp.'s Azure OpenAI Service, which will enable Epic...
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.@madisoncollege, @MATCMilwaukee, @UniversitiesWI bolster accessibility of #biohealth #career pathways. via @ibmadison
Madison College, MATC, UW bolster accessibility of biohealth career pathways
The ABC Pathways project aims to train and place 2,000 workers in biohealth jobs within five years, with a 30% employee diversity goal.
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The state of early stage investing in #Wisconsin: How did 2023 fare?
Learn more at our #Innovation Network luncheon 7/23 in #Madison. https://loom.ly/q2Q6Gk0 #startup
.@uwmadison scientists are testing a new soil nutrient sensor this summer. https://loom.ly/BKfOn_o via @wisbusiness #Wisconsin #agriculture
Event (8/7): '@captimes Power Hour' with @milwaukeetool's Scott Griswold. Learn more: #Wisconsin #business #leadership
The Cap Times Power Hour featuring Scott Griswold of Milwaukee Tool
The Cap Times has established itself as a leader in presenting high-powered events that educate and entertain in t...
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A reminder to join us for our annual #golf outing, reception on 7/31!
Learn more: via @ibmadison
Tech Council hosting annual Golf Outing, reception at July’s end
Purchase of an individual or foursome includes golf warm up, lunch, carts, and the end of day reception.
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.@michaelbestlaw and Los Angeles-based venture #law firm O&A P.C. complete their combination. #Wisconsin #venturecapital
Michael Best, Los Angeles-Based Venture Law Firm O&A, P.C. Complete Combination
Michael Best and venture law firm O&A, P.C. have formally combined effective July 1, 2024. Through the combination, ...
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