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Promontory Point advises in QuickCable transaction
Promontory Point Capital, a Milwaukee investment banking boutique, has served as financial advisor for QuickCable, which was recently acquired by Tonka Bay.
Koss v. Park Bank moves forward
A suit brought by Milwaukee headphone manufacturer Koss Corporation against Milwaukee-based Park Bank moved forward Monday following a hearing in the case.
Walker unveils plan to ‘Transform Milwaukee’
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker today announced Transform Milwaukee, which he described as an “historic and comprehensive” initiative aimed at growing the economy in the City of Milwaukee.
Job fair to address manufacturing gap
The School District of New Berlin, City of New Berlin, Chamber of Commerce and local businesses will host Moving New Berlin Forward on Wednesday, May 23, at New Berlin High School.
Briggs to cut salaried workforce by 10%
Briggs & Stratton Co. plans to reduce its salaried workforce by about 10 percent this year and shift some of its small engine production from Auburn, Ala., to China or elsewhere in Southeast Asia.
Gearing our tax climate for growth
When I talk with job providers about how Wisconsin ranks as a place to do business, they give our state good marks for having a hard-working, innovative workforce, a strong education system, good infrastructure and a high quality of life. They also say that a competitive tax structure is an important part of creating a good business climate.
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Creating Innovators: The Making of Young People Who Will Change the World
Finding a creative workforce to drive innovation is a top priority for employers. With a register of innovative workers, businesses can bring new products, services and jobs to the global economy.
Badger Meter meets with shareholders
Badger Meter held its annual shareholder meeting Friday at Racine Federated Inc. in Racine, which the company acquired on January 31.
Freedom to thrive – Empower your entrepreneurial employees
It is safe to say that most business organizations were launched by one or more people with a strong entrepreneurial spirit. The word “entrepreneur” is borrowed from the French, and describes a person who is willing to take risks, who makes money through his or her own initiative and creative problem-solving skills. The entrepreneur is ready to take full responsibility for the outcome of the opportunities he explores.
Super Steel trains new welders
Milwaukee manufacturer Super Steel LLC has recruited and trained its first class of new employees through a partnership with Milwaukee Area Technical College and Wauwatosa staffing firm Aerotek.
