WisBusiness

MADISON, Wis. – March 28, 2024 – Alliant Energy named 12 Wisconsin communities, including Beloit, Edgerton and Poynette, to receive grants totaling nearly $60,000 from the Alliant Energy Foundation’s Community Tree Planting program, part of the One Million Trees initiative. “Our commitment to improving the environment and supporting the communities we serve is unwavering,” said David de Leon, president of Alliant Energy’s Wisconsin energy company. “The Community...

MILWAUKEE — The Baird Center will host over 2,400 students from 17 of the most diverse schools in Milwaukee for the 9th annual UNSIL MPS World Fair on Thursday, April 11, 2024. The celebration allows students in grades 4-8 to showcase what they have learned this year about the 193 member countries in the United Nations. The students will present projects...

NEENAH, Wis. (March 28, 2024) — McMahon, a full-service, professional engineering and architectural firm, is proud to celebrate the achievements of Daniel Ewart and Ashlee Prochnow, who recently obtained new professional licenses. In addition, the firm announces the hiring of Joe Koschnik and Nolan Niedermeyer. Ewart has attained his professional engineer license, underscoring his seven years of experience in the field. Ewart holds a Bachelor of Science and master’s...

– CG Schmidt proudly announces the promotion of Ryan Schmidt from Project Executive to Managing Director, marking an important move to reinforce the company's commitment to excellence in client service and strategic growth within the education sector, encompassing K-12 and higher education projects. Ryan obtained his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Marquette University in 2007 and has...

Wausau, Wisconsin (March 2024) – Austin Zajichek has been promoted to marketing manager for the Linetec, Tubelite and Alumicor brands. • Linetec is the largest U.S. finishing services provider for architectural aluminum products, offering a single source solution for painted coatings, anodized finishes and value-added services. • Tubelite is a dependable, industry leader in high-quality, aluminum-framed storefront, curtainwall, entrances, windows and...

Janesville, WI, March 28, 2024 - Blain's Farm & Fleet is proud to introduce their exclusive new Estate 4-in-1 Lawn Fertilizer, marking a significant leap forward in lawn care technology. This revolutionary solution offers unmatched convenience, efficiency, and effectiveness in achieving an immaculate lawn all in one bag. "The new Estate 4-in-1 Lawn Fertilizer revolutionizes lawn care by consolidating four key benefits...

Dr. Rick St. Germaine, professor emeritus of history at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, will be the featured speaker for the next Thursdays at the U lecture at UW-Eau Claire – Barron County. St. Germaine will present “Ijidiwashikwe: Heroine of the Northwoods, 1840s” from 12:30-1:30 p.m. April 4 in the Blue Hills Lecture Hall in Ritzinger Hall. The lecture also will be...

(Madison, Wis.) With most schools in the area off for spring break this week, an uncommon occurrence, the staff of every attraction serving children and families is being stretched and tested. Madison Children's Museum staff have just been officially certified as best in class to meet that challenge. On March 13, Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Tourism...

Menomonie, Wis. — In pure dollars and cents, the value of a degree from University of Wisconsin-Stout has never been greater. A new report found that graduates from fall 2022 through summer 2023 not only were employed at a near historic high of 99% soon after receiving their degree but also had a record average starting salary of $58,000, the...

Madison, Wis. (March 28, 2024) – NCG Hospitality, a leader in the ownership, development, and operation of premier hospitality properties across the nation, is proud to announce the opening of the Moxy Madison Downtown hotel. Opening March 28, 2024, the Moxy Madison Downtown is nestled on East Washington Avenue, and is sure to be home to the perfect blend of work and...

MADISON, Wis.—March 28, 2024—WPS Health Solutions has been awarded a Top Workplaces USA 2024 honor by USA Today for the third year. This list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage, LLC. The confidential survey uniquely measures the employee experience and its component themes, including employees feeling Respected...

Milwaukee, Wis. – Home renovation projects like remodeling a kitchen, adding a new deck, or transforming your living space to an open floor plan – are big investments. If you’ve got the vision for your construction project, you want to hire a home renovator who can meet your expectations. You are in the market for a trustworthy general contractor. Hiring a reliable...

On Tuesday, March 26, Wisconsin’s major electric power utilities announced a first in the nation pledge to strictly use labor unions to build their renewable energy projects. https://www.jsonline.com/story/money/business/energy/2024/03/26/wisconsin-utilities-vow-to-use-union-labor-for-clean-energy-projects/73065887007/ In response, the Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin and the National Federation of Independent Business – Wisconsin released the following statement: “Over seventy percent of Wisconsin construction employees work for Open Shop contractors. They...

-- NeuGen LLC has filed a lawsuit against MassMutual, alleging the Massachusetts investment firm breached a contract and caused nearly 300 people to lose about $3 million in retirement savings.  After Madison-based NeuGen announced plans to lay off about 110 employees in 2022, MassMutual ended the company’s participation in its retirement fund and paid out participants’ investment “at a depressed...