WisBusiness

Dan Rossmiller, who has served as the WASB's director of government relations since 2006, has been chosen unanimously by the WASB Board of Directors to be the association's next executive director. "I'm honored and humbled by the opportunity to serve Wisconsin school board members in this new capacity," said Rossmiller, who will become the...

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced that Marquise Jackson, age 26, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and Alexus Jackson-Milton, age 21 of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, were sentenced to Wisconsin State Prison for discharge of firearms on the evening of May 13, 2022, following a Milwaukee Bucks NBA playoff game, when thousands of people were in downtown Milwaukee,...

Stevens Point, WI (May 12, 2023)  - Worzalla, an employee-owned book printer specializing in printing high-quality children’s books, cookbooks, and hardcover bestsellers, has partnered with Prime Water Anglers (PWA) to support the 21st annual Spring Wisconsin River Bass & Walleye Classic. PWA’s fishing competition brings community members together to promote environmental awareness and tradition. Proceeds will go towards PWA’s...

WHITEWATER – May 12, 2023 – The Save the Pool Committee is holding their next meeting on Wednesday, May 17th at 6 p.m. at the Cravath Community Center. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss issues raised from the Whitewater Aquatic and Fitness Center (WAFC) Subcommittee.  The WAFC Subcommittee held their meeting last night May...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the City of Beaver Dam is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the construction and restoration of watermain and sanitary sewer lines along Currie Street. Activities related...

FOX CITIES, Wis. (May 12, 2023) –  Customer service at any company can make or break that business.  Consider these facts about the power of positive customer service: · 89% of companies with "significantly above average" customer experiences perform better financially than their competitors. (Qualtrics XM Institute) · 93% of customers are likely...

FOX CITIES, Wis. – (May 12, 2023) –Jewelers Mutual® Group, the insurer dedicated to protecting jewelry and jewelry businesses since 1913, has been named a PULSE Champion of Young Professionals (YPs) by the Fox Cities Chamber. This designation recognizes employers who pledge to provide support and a positive work environment for YPs within their company.

Milwaukee, Wis. – Whether you are celebrating Mother’s Day, Valentine's Day, an anniversary or a birthday, or want to send congratulations, apologies, or get-well wishes, you send flowers. When using a local florist, check for reviews and complaints on BBB.org. Ask your friends and family which businesses they have used and liked. If you can, visit the shop; you can...

A newly launched venture capital firm called VC 414 aims to invest in women and other underrepresented entrepreneurs.  The firm was established in January by venture capitalist and angel investor Jennifer Abele and former BMO Harris executive Raquel Filmanowicz. While the co-founders are continuing to raise dollars with plans to open the fund later...

-- A newly launched venture capital firm called VC 414 aims to invest in women and other underrepresented entrepreneurs.  The firm was established in January by venture capitalist and angel investor Jennifer Abele and former BMO Harris executive Raquel Filmanowicz. While the co-founders are continuing to raise dollars with plans to open the fund...

This week’s episode of “WisBusiness: the Podcast” is with Kenneth Munson, CEO of Community Care.  The Brookfield-based nonprofit organization provides a variety of services to help its clients maintain an independent lifestyle longer, as an alternative to institutional care such as a nursing home. That includes help with hygiene, meals, transportation and rehabilitation, as...