Electric vehicle market driving clean energy job growth

Wisconsin’s clean transportation sector added nearly 400 new jobs last year, reflecting growth in the electric vehicle market.  That’s according to the 2023 Clean Jobs Midwest report, which shows this sector’s employment grew by nearly 7 percent in 2022, reaching

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State medicine exports see major increase in recent years

State medicine exports have risen substantially in recent years, according to a recent UW-Madison report.  The report, from the university’s Division of Extension, highlights the state’s major export categories. It was written by Steven Deller, a professor in the Department

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New Wisconsin-based video game studio launched

A new Wisconsin-based video game studio has launched with support from Green Bay venture capital firm TitletownTech. Midwest Games is led by former Netflix Games Program Manager Ben Kvalo, who says the business is committed to empowering the “vast talent

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Drought conditions abate as crop harvest continues

Wisconsin farmers are finally getting some relief from the ongoing drought as rainfall across much of the state has improved crop conditions.  That’s according to the latest crop progress report from the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, which shows harvesting

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Madison named top Midwest metro for tech workers in new report

Madison has been named the top Midwestern metropolitan area for technology jobs, according to a recent report.  The rankings were compiled by a CommercialCafe, a real estate listing service that frequently produces market analyses and other industry reports.  Its latest post ranked the 20 best metro areas for tech development

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Electric vehicle market driving clean energy job growth

Wisconsin’s clean transportation sector added nearly 400 new jobs last year, reflecting growth in the electric vehicle market.  That’s according to the 2023 Clean Jobs Midwest report, which shows this sector’s employment grew by nearly 7 percent in 2022, reaching 6,158 workers. Report authors noted EV-related jobs accounted for most

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Former exec transitions to sailboat charter business

By Brian Clark  For WisBusiness.com For nearly 20 years, Dan Siedlecki sat behind a desk at Madison-based CUNA Mutual Group, when he wasn’t on the road.  For the most part, Siedlecki said he enjoyed his time with CUNA — which changed its name to TruStage in May of this year.

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UW System, tech colleges developing STEM pathway transfer program

Leaders of the UW System and Wisconsin Technical College System are developing a new pathway transfer program for students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering and math.  Speaking yesterday during a Wisconsin Technology Council event in Wauwatosa, WTCS President Morna Foy said the program isn’t finalized yet, but expects to

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Drought conditions again worsen, impacting crop quality

Drought conditions in the state have once again worsened, impacting crop quality going into the fall.  The USDA’s latest crop progress report shows some rainfall in northern Wisconsin has helped to improve the persistent arid conditions, but most of the state remains dry. Both topsoil and subsoil moisture levels declined

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Fraser CEO shares details on plans to expand, add jobs in Superior

Fraser Industries CEO Patrick Kelly projects his company will more than double its gross revenue and add 100 employees by 2025 as the Superior commercial and military shipbuilder expands operations.  Kelly tells WisBusiness.com he’s using his past experience at companies such as Amoco and BP raising capital and then working

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State medicine exports see major increase in recent years

State medicine exports have risen substantially in recent years, according to a recent UW-Madison report.  The report, from the university’s Division of Extension, highlights the state’s major export categories. It was written by Steven Deller, a professor in the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics.  Over the past two decades,

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Evers touts role of building trades, importance of child care for workforce

— Gov. Tony Evers is touting the role of the building trades in various state economic development efforts, such as expanding broadband and improving transportation infrastructure.  Speaking yesterday as part of the North America’s Building Trades Unions national road tour, Evers noted construction projects at UW System campuses, state parks

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New Wisconsin-based video game studio launched

A new Wisconsin-based video game studio has launched with support from Green Bay venture capital firm TitletownTech. Midwest Games is led by former Netflix Games Program Manager Ben Kvalo, who says the business is committed to empowering the “vast talent pool” in underserved regions. “We recognized that innovation and creativity

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Neonatal care startup seeking to establish platform in U.S.

The winner of this year’s Pressure Chamber contest, Child Health Imprints, is seeking to establish its neonatal care platform in the United States after finding success in Asia.  The company beat out four other finalists this week during the pitch competition hosted by the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce as

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Drought conditions abate as crop harvest continues

Wisconsin farmers are finally getting some relief from the ongoing drought as rainfall across much of the state has improved crop conditions.  That’s according to the latest crop progress report from the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, which shows harvesting of oats, winter wheat and potatoes is proceeding ahead of

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UW expert warns of AI cyber threats, urges skepticism about defenses

A computer science professor at UW-Madison says certain AI tools pose a cybersecurity threat when in the wrong hands, and urges skepticism about potential defenses.  In a presentation held as part of Madison’s Forward Festival, Prof. Somesh Jha yesterday discussed how experts in the field are looking to preempt the

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Maydm plans to ramp up growth after getting $500k grant

A Madison-based nonprofit called Maydm plans to ramp up growth after being selected for a five-year, $500,000 grant award.  The organization aims to support girls and youth of color in 6th grade through high school as they pursue education in STEM fields, offering workshops, summer programs and paid internships.  Maydm

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