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Aries to benefit from training grant
The Center for Business Performance Solutions at Waukesha County Technical College has been awarded a $134,000 Workforce Advancement Training grant to aid its partnership with Aries Industries Inc.
Johnson Controls ends Shanghai lead production
Johnson Controls announced today it plans to eliminate lead-processing operations from its facility in Kangqiao battery plant in response to the Shanghai Municipal government's efforts to end lead manufacturing in the area.
Survey aims to find solutions to labor shortage
Schenck SC and Corporate Report Wisconsin are conducting a statewide survey to gain insight and come up with solutions to the labor shortage among manufacturers in Wisconsin.
Harley ride to benefit breast cancer research in southeastern Wisconsin
The Rock River Harley Owner’s Group will continue its tradition of riding to raise money for breast cancer research in southeastern Wisconsin with the 18th annual Ridin’ to a Cure on Friday, Sept. 21, and Saturday, Sept. 22.
Let’s reinvest in education to bridge skills gap
Editor’s note: The following is the text of the 2012 State of Education Address delivered by Tony Evers, Wisconsin’s elected state superintendent of public instruction, in the State Capitol Rotunda Thursday.
BizTimes invites nonprofits to participate in 2013 Giving Guide
BizTimes Milwaukee invites southeastern Wisconsin nonprofit organizations to take advantage of a year-long marketing opportunity by submitting information to be featured in the 2013 BizTimes Giving Guide, a print and digital publication to showcase nonprofit organizations seeking support from the business community.
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March of Dimes Wisconsin names new director
The March of Dimes has appointed Jodi Legge as Wisconsin state director. In her new role, Legge will manage programs, public affairs, marketing, events, fundraising, operations and volunteer development for the Wisconsin chapter of the national nonprofit organization.
Bartolottas to chair Komen Race for the Cure
After Joe and Jennifer Bartolotta, of the Bartolotta Restaurants, organized a team of 225 walkers at last year’s Komen Southeast Wisconsin Race for the Cure, they took their involvement in the race this year a few steps further.
Generac adds Sullivan to board
Waukesha-based Generac Holdings Inc., a designer and manufacturer of generators and other engine powered products, today announced the appointment of Tim Sullivan as a member of its board of directors.
Joy Global CFO to retire
Joy Global Inc. today announced that Michael Olsen, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will retire on Feb. 1, 2013.