The Buzz from WCEDA - upcoming networking events you won't want to miss and much more... |
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Nothing is impossible. The word itself says "I'm possible!"
~ Audrey Hepburn
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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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2022 WCEDA Annual Meeting - November 16 at the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa |
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Surround yourself with people that push you to do and be better. No drama or negativity. Just higher goals and higher motivation. Good times and positive energy. No jealousy or hate. Simply bringing out the absolute best in each other.
~Warren Buffet
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Company Tours
We've been busy this year coordinating Manufacturing tours for our county highschoolers. Most recently, Elkhorn students toured Continental Plastics, Dalco Materials and the Gateway RPM Manufacturing Facility. |
| Gateway's Manufacturing Center
Join me on a short tour of the Reader Precision Machining and Manufacturing Center at the Elkhorn campus of Gateway Technical College. |
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The last thing anyone wants, is to accept a new position without any training. WCEDA is here to help! Our two leadership training programs are just what you need to help your management teams gain the knowledge and confidence to effectively handle several different scenarios and situations in the workforce. Contact me for more information for the program that is the best fit for your management team members. |
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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 Module II - In Progress Module III starts January 18, 2023.
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This advanced leadership series isn’t a one-off course. We’re presenting an opportunity to join others and work with an expert in organizational psychology, organizational development and change leadership on building the human side of your business. We know that our local business community is the most technically capable out there. We also know that what prevents us from realizing our greatness has a human face. [More Info] |
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Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association recently honored Dave Sekeres, General Manager of Lake Lawn Resort with its annual Innkeeper of the Year Award. The Innkeeper of the Year Award is a time-honored tradition that recognizes an outstanding individual who exemplifies the hospitality industry in our state. He was presented with the award during the awards dinner at the 2022 Wisconsin Lodging Conference on November 7 at The Osthoff Resort.
Dave has been the General Manager of Lake Lawn Resort, one of the largest resorts in the state, since 2011. [Read on] |
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| | Top 5 Resorts in the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest: Readers’ Choice Awards 2022
Congratulations Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, Condé Nast Traveler's #2 Resort in the Midwest & Mid-Atlantic! [Read on] |
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Nothing new this month! For past & present county developments, visit the newsletter section of our website here. |
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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 rose 0.1 percentage points in September 2022 to 3.2%. The state unemployment rate was 0.3 percentage points lower than the... |
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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... |
| Durable goods orders in the US which measure the cost of orders received by manufacturers for goods that meant to last at least three years, jumped 1% month-over-month in October of 2022, following a downwardly revised 0.3%... |
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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 than looking a... |
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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.
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Treasury clarifies rules governing ARP revenue replacement
As a recipient of an award under the American Rescue Plan Act’s (ARPA) Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (CSLFRF), recipients are required to comply with Treasury’s Final Rule. Among other requirements, the Final Rule states “most of the provisions of the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) apply to this program, including the Cost Principles and Single Audit Act requirements.” Treasury maintained the right to make certain exceptions to the Uniform Guidance and has provided various iterations of frequently asked questions (FAQs) to recipients providing clarity on the applicability of numerous regulations. [Read on]
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Visit our website for additional resources. |
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Main Street Bounceback Grants Program extended until 12/31/22
The goal of the Wisconsin Tomorrow Main Street Bounceback Grant (DBA Brick and Mortar Bounceback) Program is to provide one-time assistance to new and existing businesses opening a new location or expanding operations in a vacant commercial space. [Learn More] |
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Ally Grant
WEDC’s Diverse Business Development Program is designed to promote inclusivity in Wisconsin’s economy by supporting existing, new and expanding businesses owned by minorities, women, LGBTQ individuals, veterans and people with disabilities. As part of this program, the new Ally Grant pilot initiative aims to foster the development of new and/or emerging diverse-based nonprofit organizations that support diverse business communities, with a specific focus on organizations WEDC has not previously funded. [Learn More]
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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.
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[ADDITIONAL FUNDING SOURCES] [CONTACT ME] |
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