On January 8, 2025, Rotary Club of Madison hosted John Koskinen, Chief Economist for the Wisconsin Department of Revenue, to review the multiple facets of Wisconsin’s competitiveness in its region and nationally. Additional Resources: Wisconsin Economic Forecast – 2024
On December 5, 2024, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation held its board of directors meeting. Agenda: 1. Call to Order and Roll Call 2. Approval of Minutes from the September 17, 2024 meeting 3. Presentation by Sikich – Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) 4. Review and Vote on Officer Elections 5. CEO Report 6. Audit […]
The Annual WHEDA Conference connects developers, property managers, financial specialists, lenders, housing advocates, state representatives, municipal leaders, and many others under the same roof to learn about industry changes from experts, gain new knowledge and insights through a wide array of highly engaging sessions, and collaborate to find creative ways to expand safe, affordable housing […]
Microsoft Corp’s $3.3-billion data center project in the Racine County Town of Mount Pleasant will come with a unique focus on manufacturing, which is a pillar of the state economy. What’s next in the development plans and how will they unfold over time? On November 14, 2024, the Wisconsin Technology Council hosted a keynote session […]
On November 7, 2024, the Marquette Law School’s Lubar Center for Public Policy Research and Civic Education welcomed Dominic Ortiz, Ceo and General Manager of Potawatomi Hotel and Casino as part of their “Get to Know” series. Hosted by Derek Mosley, director of the Lubar Center.
On October 21, 2024, UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health Population Health Sciences Monday Seminar featured Dr. Job Boerma, Assistant Professor in the UW Department of Economics on Macroeconomics of Mental Health.
On September 26, 2024, WisPolitics.com hosted a luncheon at The Madison Club for a panel discussion on “State government policy on AI: where do we go from here?” The panel reviewed recommendations from two state task forces and talked about possible legislation and regulations to come. (Brought to you by the Wisconsin Insurance Alliance). Panelists include: Department of Workforce […]
On September 24, 2024, the Wisconsin Counties Association held their Annual Conference in La Crosse, Wisconsin. This segment covers a workshop featuring discussion on a multi-pronged approach the county has developed in collaboration with the UW-Madison Division of Extension. Speakers include: Kelly Westlund, Housing Outreach Educator, UW-Madison Division of Extension Mark Abeles-Allison, County Administrator, Bayfield […]
On September 24, 2024, the Wisconsin Counties Association held their Annual Conference in La Crosse, Wisconsin. This segment covers a workshop featuring discussion on Forward Analytics’ data regarding various factors that alter the economy of the state and what the future may look like if recent trends continue. Speakers include: Dale Knapp, Director, Forward Analytics […]
On September 23, 2024, the Wisconsin Counties Association held their Annual Conference in La Crosse, Wisconsin. This segment covers a workshop featuring discussion on Wisconsin’s population is changing due to falling birth rates, shifting migration patterns, and an aging workforce. Speakers include: Mark D. O’Connell, President & CEO, Wisconsin Counties Association Dale Knapp, Director, Forward […]
On September 23, 2024, the Wisconsin Counties Association held their Annual Conference in La Crosse, Wisconsin. This segment covers a workshop featuring panel of community and local government leadership educators as we discuss the benefits and strategies of investing in your local talent pool. Speakers include: Lynn Wood, Strategic Communications and Leadership Development Consultant, Wood […]