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Kohl’s begins hiring binge for holidays
Menomonee Falls-based Kohl's Department Stores has announced it anticipates hiring more than 50,000 associates nationwide this holiday season to support seasonal business in stores and growth on Kohls.com.
UPAF reaches new record with 2013 campaign
After setting a new fundraising record with its 2013 campaign, the United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF) will allocate more than $8.3 million to 38 performing arts groups in southeastern Wisconsin.
Pilarz to resign as Marquette University president
Marquette University President, Rev. Scott Pilarz, S.J., has informed the Marquette University Board of Trustees of his resignation in order to pursue new apostolic work, according to Board Chair Charles Swoboda.
Employers invited to BizTimes Get Smarter Conference
The fifth annual BizTimes Get Smarter Conference will focus on how employers can use apprenticeships, internships and mentorships to develop their future workforce and become more productive.
Schlitz Park adds pair of tenants
Schlitz Park announced that it has added two more new tenants. Schools That Can Milwaukee has moved into a 4,000-square-foot space in the Keg House building and TEMPO Milwaukee plans to move into the RiverCenter building in October. Schools That Can Milwaukee was previously located at 1821 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Dr.
Alverno conference to focus on ‘The Art of Happiness’
The Alverno Community Conference, an annual day of learning that provides an opportunity for the extended Alverno community to share current research around a central theme, will be held on Friday, Oct. 4, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Milwaukee Academy of Science raises $1 million in capital campaign
The Milwaukee Academy of Science recently reached its target $1.1 million mark in its capital campaign, thanks to significant support from PAVE, a nonprofit organization committed to making quality education accessible to all students in Milwaukee.
Rust-Oleum is Kenosha’s Business of the Year
The Kenosha Area Business Alliance (KABA) and the Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce will recognize seven local companies and one individual for their success on Thursday, Nov. 7.
WEDC to host Governor’s Conference on Minority Business Development
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) will conduct the Marketplace 2013 Governor’s Conference on Minority Business Development Oct. 15-16 at the Potawatomi Expo Center in Milwaukee.
Wisconsin’s technical colleges win $23 million federal grant
Wisconsin’s employers and workers will benefit from a new $23.1 million investment by the U.S. Department of Labor, which on Wednesday announced a grant to Wisconsin’s 16 technical colleges to address emerging needs in the information technology (IT) sector.
