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MADISON, Wis.—Four Universities of Wisconsin students and three educators are being recognized today by the Universities of Wisconsin and Alliant Energy Foundation for their outstanding achievements. The Alliant Energy Erroll B. Davis, Jr. Achievement Awards recognize the outstanding academic and community-service efforts of students from traditionally underrepresented minority groups who are pursuing a degree in business or...

MILWAUKEE, Wis., October 26, 2023 — After 15 years of dedicated leadership and service to the kids of Wisconsin, Children’s Wisconsin announced today that president and chief executive officer Peggy Troy has informed the institution’s board of directors of her intention to retire by the end of December 2024. The board of directors has retained the services of...

MARSHFIELD – Security Health Plan of Wisconsin, Inc., has earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for its 2024 Medicare Advantage HMO-POS plans. Every year, CMS evaluates health plans and rates Medicare Advantage and Part D Prescription Drug plans based on a...

NEENAH, Wis. (Oct. 26, 2023) —McMahon, a full-service, professional engineering and architectural firm, is pleased to announce its support for the Fox Cities Chamber’s Smart Girls Rock! event, a day-long, interactive initiative aimed at helping female high school students get excited about careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). This sponsorship is one of many community initiatives McMahon is a part of this year. In...

MADISON, Wis. – In the latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show,” Ben Kvalo of Midwest Games talks about the rise of the video gaming industry in Wisconsin and an upcoming panel discussion on that topic Nov. 8 to kick off the Wisconsin Early Stage Symposium. Also, learn about other Early Stage Symposium highlights. The Show also...

MILWAUKEE, Wisc., October 26, 2023 -- PACE Equity, the leader in PACE financing for development projects, in partnership with Calvert Impact Climate, Inc., announces the closing of the initial offering of the Cut Carbon Note. This first-of-its-kind green bond allows individual and institutional investors to contribute to the development of low carbon commercial real estate funded by...

MADISON, WI – October 26, 2023  –  First Business Bank is pleased to announce Jim Myers’ promotion to an expanded role as Vice President – Company Retirement Plans. With over two decades of expertise as a Company Retirement Plans advisor and financial advisor, Jim's promotion reflects an ongoing commitment to prioritize client success and...

MADISON — The 2022-23 academic year was a record-breaker for student outcomes at the University of Wisconsin–Madison: •The four-year graduation rate rose to 75.5%, the highest ever. •The six-year graduation rate rose to 89.3%, the highest ever. •The average time-to-degree for a bachelor’s degree recipient decreased to 3.84...

MADISON, Wis. – A new UW Health clinic aims to take the practice of anesthesia before surgery further to improve patient outcomes and minimize complications. The health care team at the Pre-Anesthesia Clinic, which opened Oct. 3 at East Madison Hospital, will work with patients to evaluate their individual anesthesiology needs. This evaluation is...

Milwaukee, Wis. – The 2023 holiday shopping season promises to be an unpredictable one.  High inflation rates and increased prices of consumer goods are already throwing a wrench into holiday shopping. Electronics, toys, and other products will be (or already are) in short supply, and retailers are struggling to staff up as the shopping season nears. Just like in 2022, people plan to...

MADISON, Wis. – In the latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show,” Ben Kvalo of Midwest Games talks about the rise of the video gaming industry in Wisconsin and an upcoming panel discussion on that topic Nov. 8 to kick off the Wisconsin Early Stage Symposium. Also, learn about other Early Stage Symposium highlights.

Contact:Emily Greendonner (608) 516-9154                                                                                    egreendonner@uwhealth.org MADISON, Wis. – A new UW Health clinic aims to take the practice of anesthesia before surgery further to improve patient outcomes and minimize complications. The health care team at the Pre-Anesthesia Clinic, which opened Oct. 3 at East Madison Hospital, will...

The Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce’s latest annual dinner explored the concepts of belonging and human connection in the era of remote work.  “Gathering can happen in interesting ways, that doesn’t always have to be in person. But there are risks when it’s not in person … Remote work and hybrid meetings will be...