Wis. Economic Development Corp: Names capital development director
Contact: David Volz, 608-266-2125
MADISON—As Governor Scott Walker continues to highlight the need for venture capital legislation, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation CEO Paul Jadin announced today that Tim Cooley has been named Director of Capital Development for the state’s lead economic development organization.
“Access to venture capital for an early-stage business is critical for Wisconsin companies to grow and create...
Dept. of Health Services: Prevention project reduces infections in Wisconsin hospitals
Contact: Beth Kaplan
(608) 266-1683
MADISON - State health officials today reported that Wisconsin hospitals participating in a voluntary infection prevention project have achieved significant reductions in healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).
The first annual report of the Wisconsin Healthcare-Associated Infections Prevention Project found reporting hospitals saw significant reductions in the occurrence of central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) compared to national baseline...
UW-Madison, UW-Milwaukee: Award inter-institutional research grants
Twelve hybrid teams of faculty from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) and the University of Wisconsin-Madison have been awarded the second batch of Intercampus Research Incentive grants, awards designed to foster inter-institutional collaboration.
The awards, announced today by UW–Milwaukee and UW–Madison, total $600,000 and will support projects such as testing new materials for improved lithium-ion batteries and investigating whether Lake...
Shorewest, Realtors: Northshore office welcomes experienced sales associate Mark Peltin
Contact:
Wendy Norem
Marketing Director
Shorewest, Realtors(r)
(262) 827-4111, ext. 232
wnorem@shorewest.com
Brookfield, Wisconsin. We're pleased to welcome Mark Peltin to the Shorewest, Realtors(r) Northshore Office, located at 4559 N. Oakland Ave. in Shorewood. With his valuable real estate experience -- combined with the services and benefits of Shorewest, Realtors(r) – he has the tools...
Wild Eagle Lodge: Offers a premier location for fall sports, festivals and natural beauty enjoyment
FALL COLORS WELCOME GUESTS TO ENJOY NORTHWOODS SPLENDOR
EAGLE RIVER, Wis., July 28, 2011 -- As nights get cooler and the Midwest enters the autumn season, Wild Eagle Lodge in Wisconsin's Northwoods is the perfect setting to enjoy a breathtaking tapestry of fall colors. Road-trip adventurists, friends and families alike, can explore its natural surroundings or visit nearby cranberry marshes,...
Gov. Walker: Wisconsin — getting back to work
Contact: Cullen Werwie, 608-267-7303
Six Months into the Year Wisconsin Has Gained Back Over a Quarter of the Jobs Lost During Recession
MADISON—Entering office, Governor Scott Walker set a goal of helping the state create 250,000 private sector jobs over the next four years. After over six months in office, the state is on pace to exceed the Governor’s goal,...
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: Wisconsin, Michigan and New York to benefit from restoration of aquatic species habitat in Great Lakes basin
Contact:
Mark Brouder, 715-682-6185 x. 11, Mark_Brouder@fws.gov
Ashley Spratt, 612-713-5314, Ashley_Spratt @fws.gov
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) Midwest Region, in partnership with the Great Lakes Basin Fish Habitat Partnership (GLBFHP), announced today that approximately $500,000 of Great Lakes Restoration Initiative funding will support on-the-ground fish habitat restoration in the Great Lakes region.
The funding is provided for priority projects identified...
UW-Madison: Kids at work — Contractor uses goats to clear hillside
Contact: Doris Green, 608-262-5402, dmgreen2@wisc.edu
MADISON - The School of Human Ecology building project on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus attracted numerous visitors this week, as contractor J.P. Cullen & Sons used goats to clear brush from a steep hillside. Thirty-two goats from The Green Goats, of Burlington, Wis., chomped tunnels through dense vegetation and walked up to the construction...
Plumbing Manufacturers International: Hosts executive roundtable moderated by George Will at fall conference in Washington, D.C.
Rolling Meadows, IL – Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) President Jack Krecek, vice president and general manager of Commercial Channels for Elkay Manufacturing Company, has announced that PMI will host its Fall Conference, Sept. 18-21, at the Liaison Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.
Highlighting the conference is an Executive Roundtable to be held on Mon., Sept. 19, moderated by political pundit...
Gov. Walker: Certifies Qualified New Business Ventures
Contact: David Volz, 608-266-2125
MADISON - Governor Scott Walker announced that two companies, Dossette, Pleasant Prairie, and Dynamic Benefits Systems, Franklin, have received the Qualified New Business Venture (QNBV) certification from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation.
The QNBV status makes investors in the companies eligible for a 25-percent tax credit on the amount they invest in the businesses.
"For many companies...
Rural Mutual Insurance Co.: Recognized as one of nation’s best
For More Information:
Peter Raisch, praisch@kennedyc.com
608-288-9000 ext 141
Firm with Wisconsin-only focus increases industry profile
Madison, Wis. – Madison-based Rural Mutual Insurance Company (Rural Mutual) announces its selection as a “Ward’s 50® Top Performer.” This marks the third consecutive year the company, an affiliate of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, has earned the designation.
The...
St. Norbert College: 2011 Packers training camp at St. Norbert College
From: Mike Counter, St. Norbert College, http://www.snc.edu, 920-403-3089, mike.counter@snc.edu
De Pere, Wis.: Following the end of the 4 ½ month NFL lockout and labor peace, The Green Bay Packers will begin moving into St. Norbert College on Thursday, July 28 with the first practice on Saturday night, July 30. The Packers will break camp at...
