WisBusiness

Remote work – is it good or bad for the US, WI, and Milwaukee’s tech region?   My response has been that it is good for the region, but a risk to regional employers and the US. However, until today, there was no way to validate my assumptions with data.  TECNA,...

Research shows farmers’ conservation protecting water quality DARLINGTON, Wis. — Just 10 years ago in Lafayette County, there were very few green fields after harvest and before the traditional spring planting. Now, a drive through the countryside showcases green fields year-round as conservation spreads across the county in the form of cover crops.

Johnson’s vote to block the Women’s Health Protection Act denies Wisconsin women their constitutional right to access abortion care "Limits on our ability to make decisions about our own reproductive health isn’t just going to be ‘a little messy for some people,’ it’s going to have a direct impact on our economic security."

MADISON, WI (May 11, 2022) – NEXT Generation Consulting (NGC), a leading firm that helps businesses and organizations develop foresight and ambitious futures, announces the appointment of David G. Brown as Lead Consultant. His first day is Monday, May 9. Through his new role with NEXT Generation Consulting, Brown will leverage his intimate knowledge of community growth and economic development...

The Wisconsin Advisory Council on Building Sustainability will advise state code councils on opportunities to enhance community resilience, encourage innovation, and incentivize use of clean energy in residential and commercial construction.Madison, Wis. –  Department of Safety and Professional Services Secretary Dawn Crim recognized National Building Code Safety Month by opening applications to the Wisconsin Advisory Council on Building...

May 10, 2022 -- The new dual degree program in international food operations management between University of Wisconsin-River Falls and Aeres University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands is expected to be a win for students and industry. That is according to Natasja Spaargaren, Aeres University head of international studies and consultancy.

MADISON, WI – The Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts & Letters is pleased to announce the selection of Zachary Robbins as Director of Development. A highly-experienced networking and fundraising professional, Zachary (Zack) Robbins has served in development and external relations roles with a variety of organizations in the arts and sciences. Prior to joining the Wisconsin Academy, Robbins...

May 11, 2022 – University of Wisconsin-River Falls students and nine students from RheinMain University Media Conception & Production in Wiesbaden, Germany, were able to collaborate and share their love of video and film work from April 28 through May 3 for the Global Design and Media CoSpace International Traveling Classroom. UWRF has had...

Green Bay, Wis.—A vision of "education for everyone who wants to learn" while meeting regional workforce demands begins to be more fully realized this weekend, when 1,009 eligible graduates and their families celebrate the 2022 Spring/Summer Commencement, Saturday, May 14, 2022 in two ceremonies at the Kress Events Center. In addition to awarding bachelor...

NEW NORTH, May 11, 2022 – The unveiling of original artwork by Gregory Frederic of CrewlArt will be one of the highlights of the annual New North Summit, set for Thursday, June 9, at the Lambeau Field Atrium in Green Bay. The piece represents the spectrum of people and activities within the region. Frederic’s art connects with...

MILWAUKEE – This morning, Governor Tony Evers joined local leaders on Milwaukee’s Near West Side to announce that he intends to invest $5 million from the State of Wisconsin in a project to transform a vacant building at 2724 W. Wells Street into a comprehensive community center to be known as Concordia 27. The State intends to invest...