NEW! - The Buzz from WCEDA - upcoming networking events you won't want to miss and much more...
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"Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish."
~ John Quincy Adams
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In this email...
Upcoming Events l Membership News
Workforce News l County Developments
Economic Indicators l Other News
Valuable Resources
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A few words from WCEDA's Executive Director, Derek D'Auria ...
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Improved Communication Skills, Priority Identification, Conflict Resolution, Bad Behavior Management, Worker Engagement, Avoidance of Harassment and Discrimination, Development of Leadership Tools
Next module starts July 6, 2022.
[More Info]
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Thursday, June 16, 2022
Join us for WCEDA's annual State of the County event featuring County Administrator, Mark Luberda!
This year, in collaboration with our local chambers and visitors bureaus, we are going conference style with this popular event by adding a 3 Driving Engines event as breakout sessions! [Learn More]
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Join us on Wednesday, May 18 from 5 to 7 p.m.
The Hive Taproom
W2463 County Rd ES, East Troy
Featuring mead, epic charcuterie board from Sauced Pizzeria and Hill Valley Dairy & more!
Talk with beekeeper Ayla Guild and meadmaker Tim Guild
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The Wisconsin Entrepreneurs' Conference is one of the Midwest’s premiere “how-to,” hands-on events for entrepreneurs of all ages and experience levels. Attendees range from entrepreneurs who are still developing their ideas to emerging company leaders who have already attracted angel and/or venture funding. The conference will take place June 1 & 2 in Milwaukee at the Italian Community Center.
[Learn More]
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We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.
~ Winston Churchill
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Welcome to Inspire Nation and the Made In Walworth County Initiative. Each month I'll have an update on what's happening in the region for both programs. If you have something you'd like to share, please feel free to reach out to me!
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A special thanks to Marie Collins for all her dedicated work with the students at Badger High School. Best wishes on your retirement!
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There is good news to report in the Manufacturing world! Perceptions about manufacturing jobs have improved since 2017, and parents are more likely to encourage the next generation to pursue a manufacturing career! [Read on]
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Workforce Development - Training Options
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Why become a WCEDA member?
A WCEDA membership is the first step in coming together as a county community to improve the quality-of-life features for our employers and residents. WCEDA offers professional training to improve employee performances, job fairs to help you hire the best employees, specialized programs for internships and youth training, and our Made in Walworth County program to promote awareness in manufacturing. [More Info]
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Get in touch with me today to learn more!
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This month we are celebrating three of our 10+ year members: Walworth Couny, Gateway Technical College
& Kikkoman. [Learn More]
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For additional past & present county developments, visit the newsletter section of our website here.
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MP Systems recently celebrated a ground-breaking ceremony in March of this year at its new East Troy, WI facility. MP Systems is a leading line and infrastructure construction company, and one of four companies within PPC Partners, Inc. family of companies. Other subsidiaries include CarolinaPower, MetroPower, and Pieper Electric, with 27 total locations throughout the Midwest and Southeastern United States.
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Sushi and taco fans now have a new place to go! Chinuk Sushi & Grill/El Pedro Taco officially opened for business back on Thursday, Feb. 3 just off the square in East Troy after a year-long process with construction beginning back in March 2021. Then again, to co-owner Jeff McKone, it’s really been a 20-year plan that finally came to fruition.
[Read On]
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To read more about each indicator, visit the newsletter section of our website here.
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According to the BLS current population survey (CPS), the unemployment rate for Wisconsin fell 0.1 percentage points in February 2022 to 2.9%. The state unemployment rate was...
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The 10-2 Treasury Yield Spread is the difference between the 10 year treasury rate and the 2 year treasury rate. A 10-2 treasury spread that approaches 0 signifies a "flattening" yield curve. A negative 10-2 yield spread has historically...
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New orders for US manufactured durable goods increased 0.8 percent month-over-month in March of 2022, recovering from a downwardly revised 1.7 percent drop in the previous month but below market expectations of a...
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The Average Crude Oil Spot Price calculates an equally weighted price of the WTI Crude Oil Price, Brent Crude Oil Price, and Dubai Crude Oil Price. This metric gives a nice overview of the broad crude oil market, rather...
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Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation is beginning a regional broadband assessment in an effort to bring broadband to more Wisconsinites. The first step in the process is to conduct speed testing across the region. To take the test, residents and businesses simply need to visit, from their home or work location. It will only take a few moments and personal information is always protected and never shared. [Take the Test]
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Attention WCEDA members: We want to hear from you! We are booking 30-minute time slots to hear your updates and get feedback from you. It will help you get more value from us and help us improve our offerings. Click below to reserve a time that is convenient for you.
[Reserve Your Slot]
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9 Future of Work Trends Post Covid-19
As the pandemic resets major work trends, HR leaders need to rethink workforce and employee planning, management, performance and experience strategies. [Read On]
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Visit our website for additional resources.
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WCEDA LOAN PROGRAM
Are you having trouble getting a loan? Are your revenues under $1 million? WCEDA may be able to HELP. We have a loan program through the USDA for small businesses called the HometownEntrepreneur Loan Program (HELP) that aims to help small business access capital. Many times we can work with banks or other programs like SBA or WHEDA to make a loan work for companies.
[APPLICATION]
[ADDITIONAL FUNDING SOURCES]
[CONTACT ME]
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