Wisconsin Farm Bureau: Delegates set policy for 2013
Contact: Paul Zimmerman, Executive Director of Governmental Relations, 608.828.5708
Karen Gefvert, Director of Governmental Relations, 608.828.5713
WISCONSIN DELLS – Delegates at the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s 93rd Annual Meeting in Wisconsin Dells established new policy directives for the organization on Monday, December 3.
Farm Bureau delegates adopted the policies that will...
Wisconsin Bankers Association: Steady improvement for banks and consumers continues
For more information, contact: Eric Skrum, Wisconsin Bankers Association 608/441-1216 | (c) 608/445-6430 | eskrum@wisbank.com Twitter: @wisbank
FDIC numbers highlight strengthening economy
(Madison) Slow and steady improvement is winning the economic race for consumers and banks in Wisconsin according to the latest data released by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). Bank deposits, lending and assets increased while consumer debt declined.
“These...
Dept. of Financial Institutions: Wisconsin bank earnings up 28% through third quarter
Contact: George Althoff, Communications Director, 608-261-4504
MADISON – Wisconsin’s state-chartered banks posted earnings of $289.3 million in the nine months ending Sept. 30, an increase of 28% over the same period in 2011, according to data released today by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.
“Wisconsin banks continued to show year-over-year gains in several key areas in the third quarter,” said...
UW-Stevens Point: Benefits of hybrid soybeans examined at free lecture
The benefits of studying genetics to grow a better soybean, the second-most popular crop grown in Wisconsin, is the topic of a free public presentation sponsored by the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.
Associate Professor of Biology Devinder Sandhu will present “Let’s Play Tag with ‘Jumping-Genes’: Soybean Research at UWSP” on Thursday, Dec. 13, at 7 p.m. in the Pinery Room...
MAGNET: Global network of independent ad agencies elects Dan Nelson, Jr. board president
CONTACT: Cheri Gmiter MAGNET Global Network (o) 412-366-6850 (c) 412-779-5393 cheri@magnetglobal.org
Six Directors Also Elected During Fall Meeting in Portland, OR
PITTSBURGH – Dec. 4, 2012 – Daniel H. Nelson, Jr., president of full-service marketing communications agency Nelson Schmidt...
Nelson Schmidt Inc.: Firm is big winner during fall awards season
MILWAUKEE – Nelson Schmidt Inc., a leading full-service marketing communications firm, took home five national and international accolades during the fall awards season. The awards recognized the campaigns produced for its category-leading clients Alliance Laundry Systems, ADP and McKesson, as well as for its own agency promotion.
The Nelson Schmidt team brought home gold in two...
First Business Financial Services, Inc.: Announces pricing of $25.3 million common stock offering
MADISON, Wis., Dec. 4, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Business Financial Services, Inc. (Nasdaq:FBIZ) (the "Company"), the parent company for First Business Bank and First Business Bank - Milwaukee, announced today that it has priced a public offering of 1,100,000 shares of common stock at $23.00 per share. The Company expects to close the offering on Monday, December 10,...
Chippy’s Popcorn Creations First annual Lake Mills Indoor Farmers Market on December 8
Winter Market Features Artists and Foodies of Local Flavor and Goods for the Holidays
What: For those seeking seasonal, unique art and locally made products, Lakes Mills Indoor Farmers Market is a destination to experience. Spark your senses and renew your holiday spirit strolling among local vendors featuring handcrafted gifts of the season at the inaugural winter market.
Don’t miss fresh...
