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GREEN BAY, Wis. — March 10, 2022 — Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), as part of Barry-Wehmiller’s Converting Solutions platform, has filled several key roles on the leadership team in Green Bay in alignment with the platform’s strategic plan to grow local operations and expand its global footprint. “Bringing together our global team to...

Washington, DC — Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) joined Protect Our Care to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the American Rescue Plan, which made health care premiums more affordable than ever. The senators also discussed the steps Congress can take now to further lower Americans’ health care costs, including capping insulin...

Good weather can make all the difference when working in the field in the construction industry. Rain can make it muddy and messy. Snow can make it dangerous. Sharp wind can give you a chill down your back. Cloudy days can make for long days. But when you have real sunshine to brighten your day doing the...

In the latest episode of “Talking Trade,” Visthar founder Pradeep Nedungadi highlights trade opportunities for Wisconsin companies in India.  His company provides consultant services for businesses looking to operate in India, which is the second most populous country in the world.  “It’s a shame that the U.S. is just discovering India...

Bright red fire hydrants are hard to miss, just like Madison Water Utility Pump Operator Kara Jafferis. Not only is her spunky personality infectious, her skills and knowledge about how water works may have you thinking differently about the resources that comes out of the faucet. “We have a bank of 16 computers. We...

MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin REALTORS® Association today applauded the passage and signing into law of Act 174, bipartisan legislation that will protect the freedom to contract and preserve private easements. The legislation was authored by Sen. André Jacque (R-SD1) and Rep. David Murphy (R-AD56), and signed into law by Gov. Tony Evers. “We thank Gov....

GREEN BAY, Wis., March 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Associated Banc-Corp (NYSE: ASB) (Associated Bank) has released its 2021 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report. This annual report highlights the company's progress on ESG priorities and features programs designed to improve the economic health of its markets; promote diversity, equity and inclusion; deliver a safe, productive and engaging workplace...

This week’s episode of “WisBusiness: the Podcast” is with Jenni Le, an associate with Venture Investors Health Fund.  The firm specializes in health technology such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals, digital health and diagnostics, with a focus on early-stage startup companies coming out of universities based in the Midwest. Typical investments range from $250,000 to...

A recent survey of business leaders in Wisconsin found strong support for increasing K-12 funding for STEM fields, as well as industrial and technical programming.  The Wisconsin Employer Survey from Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce found 91 percent of respondents support boosting this funding, while just 5 percent were opposed. Even more...

-- A recent survey of business leaders in Wisconsin found strong support for increasing K-12 funding for STEM fields, as well as industrial and technical programming.  The Wisconsin Employer Survey from Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce found 91 percent of respondents support boosting this funding, while just 5 percent were opposed. Even...

The House passed a 2022 spending plan on Wednesday evening, which will fund the federal government through September. The $1.5 trillion-dollar bipartisan appropriations package provides significant funding for University of Wisconsin-Madison initiatives and includes other provisions to boost college affordability and federally funded research. The bill will now be sent to the Senate, where it is expected...