WisBusiness

Contact: Ashley.Haines@mail.house.gov WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), alongside Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI), announced the introduction of legislation to increase financial support for veterans in apprenticeships and on-the-job training programs. Specifically, the Warriors to Workforce Act will amend the current stipulation of the GI Bill that dictates the Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) for veterans, increasing...

MADISON - WMC Foundation, in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, on Flag Day announced Rya M. from Delong Middle School in Eau Claire as the first-ever Wisconsin Civics Bee champion. Rya competed against seven other finalists from around the state on stage on Friday, answering Civics trivia questions and presenting portions of her submitted essay.

CONTACT: Jeff Starck, 715-389-4978, starck.jeffrey@marshfieldclinic.org Marshfield Clinic Research Institute continues to seek ticks collected from citizens as summer begins More than 3,200 ticks submitted from across Wisconsin As the first day of summer approaches on June 21 and summer holidays, vacations and outdoor activities hit high gear, scientists at...

Contact: Media Office (312) 800-2911   MEDIA ALERT (June 13, 2024, Milwaukee, Wisconsin)—The Wisconsin Black  Chamber of Commerce proudly presents Taste of Black Milwaukee featuring The 22nd Annual Men Who Cook Competition.   Event Creator Ruben Hopkins, Wisconsin Black Chamber CEO, stated “Over twenty Black  Owned Restaurants and caterers will be highlighted. Join us...

MADISON, Wis.(June 14, 2024)—NEXT Generation Consulting (NGC), a leading strategic foresight firm, today announced the promotion of Yasemin Arikan to Director of Futures Research. In this new role, Arikan will lead the company’s efforts to provide clients and partners with visionary insights and intelligence on emerging trends and alternative futures. A futurist with over...

Brookfield, WI – Friday, June 16, 2024 – The Elmbrook Education Foundation sponsored the 13th annual Most Influential Educator banquets on May 19th for Brookfield East High School and June 2nd for Brookfield Central High School. The inspiration for this program originated with Elmbrook parent, Jane Peavler. “I am thankful to the EEF and...

MLWAUKEE — “Music in the Garden,” a free, family-friendly outdoor music series in support of veterans,  kicks off its third year on Thursday, June 20, at Milwaukee’s lakefront.  Presented by the Southeastern Wisconsin Veteran Suicide Prevention Task Force, the monthly series takes place  in the War Memorial Beer Garden, northeast of the War Memorial...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Bankers Foundation (WBF), the non-profit arm of the Wisconsin Bankers Association, has awarded four Wisconsin students — Mariana Gamez Garza, Melanie Gauger, Ian Mouw, and Nicholas Szczech — with the 2024 WBF Spring Scholarship. The WBF Spring Scholarships of $2,000 each are open to graduating Wisconsin high school seniors and current college students pursuing...

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Dairy Business Association announced today that the annual Dairy Strong conference will return to Green Bay on Jan 15-16 for the 2025 event.  The 2025 conference, to be held at the KI Convention Center, will focus on the future of the dairy community and how it’s being shaped through policy,...

Milwaukee, Wis. – For a small business owner, well-trained employees are a key defense against scams. If your employees can recognize social engineering attacks, spot fraudulent emails, identify fake websites, and maintain safe password practices, they are well-equipped to keep your business safe. What can you do to make sure your staff knows how to spot a scam? BBB recommends the following tips.

DE PERE, WI – (June 14, 2024) – Krause Group, a leading provider of asset preservation solutions, resources, and education for long-term care, is pleased to announce the addition of Holly Westervelt, MBA, CLF, LUTCF, as the new Vice President of Sales. This newly created role aims to provide a fresh and innovative approach to the leadership of Krause...

-- This week’s episode of “WisBusiness: the Podcast” is with Chris Mambu Rasch, executive director of Building Advantage.  The organization is a joint labor management council for the union commercial construction industry, which works to advance union interests and help them compete for work. Rasch discusses the group’s work in southeastern Wisconsin along with the latest developments in the industry.  “Making...