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African markets seen as export opportunity for Wisconsin companies

The head of Milwaukee’s Omanhene Cocoa Bean Company says African markets present a huge export opportunity for Wisconsin businesses. 

California port director discusses supply chain trends

One of the largest ports in the country is seeing major improvements in shipping congestion, according to the port's executive director and...

Create Wisconsin rolling out economic development initiative aimed at the arts

A group called Create Wisconsin, which wants more state support for the arts industry, is rolling out a new multi-pronged economic development...

Economist says state exports showing strong recovery

The head economist for the state Department of Revenue says exports have recovered “really well” as Wisconsin’s economy rebounds from the COVID-19...

Economists watching employment figures in months to come

In the coming months, economists will be closely watching employment figures as a possible indicator of whether the economy is in a...

Engineering dean speaks to opportunities, challenges of hydrogen

The dean of UW-Madison’s College of Engineering says hydrogen represents a significant opportunity for Wisconsin’s economy as the country moves to reduce...

Executives urged to develop ‘culture of trade compliance’

An international trade expert says company leaders need to build a “culture of trade compliance” to avoid the pitfalls associated with importing...

Expert warns of semiconductor industry vulnerabilities

A supply chain specialist warns the United States will be “in a world of hurt” if semiconductor production coming out of Taiwan...

Green Bay Starbucks workers latest to seek unionization

Starbucks workers at a store in Green Bay are seeking to unionize for better hours and working conditions, according to union advocate...

Manufacturing jobs expected to reach pre-pandemic levels soon

DWD Chief Economist Dennis Winters expects manufacturing employment in Wisconsin to exceed pre-pandemic levels in the near future.  In...

New investment strategies aim to bring ‘political transparency’ to S&P 500 index funds

Two Madison-based companies have released new investment strategies aimed at bringing “complete political transparency” to S&P 500 index funds. 

Report details clean jobs recovery in Wisconsin, Midwest

Wisconsin’s clean energy jobs recovery is lagging behind the Midwest overall, according to figures released as part of the 2022 Clean Jobs...

Room tax revenues lagging in areas relying on business travel

Room tax revenues in Wisconsin are bouncing back more quickly in tourist areas than those that rely more on business travel, according...

Scientists develop method for improving 3D metal printing

Scientists including UW-Madison researchers have developed a method for 3D printing a type of stainless steel that could help manufacturers reduce production...

Survey finds fewer manufacturers expect higher revenues, profits and spending

Fewer manufacturers in the state expect their revenues, profits and spending to rise this year, according to a recent survey. 

Third cohort of startups announced for 1915 Studios

Georgia-Pacific and gener8tor have launched the third cohort of their 1915 Studios startup accelerator program with four early-stage companies.

Unemployment rate inches up to 3.2 percent, DWD figures show

While the state’s unemployment rate rose slightly to 3.2 percent in September, Wisconsin continues to make progress in regaining jobs lost during...

UW-River Falls renovated dairy plant due to reopen this spring

The head of UW-River Falls’ Dairy Pilot Plant says the renovated facility, due to reopen this spring, will have three times as...

WARF’s annual research grant to UW-Madison is $130M

WARF’s annual research grant to UW-Madison totals $130 million for this academic year.  The Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation yesterday...
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