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Delafield, WI—Today the Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) announced the hiring of Nelson Ritthaler as Director of Donor & Stakeholder Relations. Nelson will work with IRG leadership to communicate our work to major stakeholders, donors, prospective donors, and foundations. He can be reached at nr@reforminggovernment.org.  IRG CEO, CJ Szafir said, “Nelson has an incredibly...

R. P. Blomlie is promoted to Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter. R.P. joined Acuity in 2019 as a Commercial Lines Underwriter. He earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point and holds the Associate in Commercial Underwriting (AU) designation. Sarah Deering is promoted to Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter. Sarah joined...

MADISON, Wis. – Quartz announced today that Asif Mujahid has joined the Quartz leadership team as Chief Data Officer. Asif is an accomplished leader in Data, Analytics, and AI, with an extensive background in payer and provider analytics. His expertise spans the entire analytics lifecycle, including data engineering, analytics, and predictive modeling. Throughout his career, Asif has consistently...

Green Bay, Wis. (June 19, 2024) – BAYCOM, a premier reseller and service provider of wireless voice and data communications and video surveillance solutions, has been recognized with a “Growth Award” by the Green Bay Chamber of Commerce. The top award was based on four criteria – BAYCOM’s growth, its impact, innovation and leadership. Headquartered in Green...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the application period for 2024 federal Urban Forestry Inflation Reduction Act grants is now closed. DNR staff are in the process of reviewing applications and determining awards. Successful applicants will receive a portion of the $4 million available, with project funding requests ranging from $7,000...

KENOSHA, WIS. –– Uline, North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial and packaging materials, recognizes National Logistics Day and the important role the company plays in business operations across the country. Across its 13 branch locations and 15 sales offices, Uline now operates over 26 million square feet of space and employs over 9,000 people. In Kenosha County alone, Uline employs over 3,500...

Janesville, WI – Blain’s Farm & Fleet® has announced the promotion of Mark Hasting to Chief Executive Officer and President. Kim Treece will be promoted to Chief Stores Officer. Jane Blain Gilbertson will take on a new role as Executive Chair of the Board and will remain the sole owner of Blain’s Farm & Fleet and Blain Supply, Inc.  

ELKHART LAKE, Wis., June 18, 2024 – Brace yourself for an adrenaline-charged weekend as the Trans Am Series, presented by Pirelli, rolls into Road America from June 28-30. With a storied legacy and exhilarating on-track action, this iconic event is set to captivate motorsports fans with a showcase of American muscle and premier driving talent.

-- Thermo Fisher Scientific’s $58 million expansion of its Middleton operation is expected to add 350 jobs in the region, the governor’s office says.  Gov. Tony Evers yesterday joined other state officials and company leaders to tout the expansion of PPD, Thermo Fisher Scientific’s clinical research brand, at the company’s existing manufacturing facility in the state.  He said the Massachusetts-based company’s...

Thermo Fisher Scientific’s $58 million expansion of its Middleton operation is expected to add 350 jobs in the region, the governor’s office says.  Gov. Tony Evers yesterday joined other state officials and company leaders to tout the expansion of PPD, Thermo Fisher Scientific’s clinical research brand, at the company’s existing manufacturing facility in the...

KENOSHA, WIS. –– Uline, North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial and packaging materials, recognizes National Logistics Day and the important role the company plays in business operations across the country. Across its 13 branch locations and 15 sales offices, Uline now operates over 26 million square feet of space and employs over 9,000 people. In Kenosha County alone, Uline employs over 3,500...