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New skills open up manufacturing opportunities

February 7, 2022|News|

The state of Wisconsin is helping Mid-State Technical College and its partners make that investment with a Workforce Innovation Grant worth up to $9 million. The grant will help the college and partners build the Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering Technology and Apprenticeship Center in Stevens Point and help youth and unemployed or underemployed people of all ages overcome the barriers preventing them from thriving in the workforce.

New skills open up manufacturing opportunities

February 2, 2022|News|

Wisconsin’s Workforce Innovation Grant project aims to help workers get the skills needed to thrive in advanced manufacturing. Efforts are already underway on a new Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) project that works with area school districts, businesses and nonprofits hopes to increase the number of Wisconsin workers.

Child care workers keep economy moving

February 1, 2022|News|

With the help of Wisconsin’s Workforce Innovation Grant, Madison Area Technical College is trying to work with providers to offer needed training, tap into financial resources and create more open slots for parents. At the same time, the college is assessing the needs of its student parents.

Homegrown entrepreneurs

February 1, 2022|News|

Wisconsin’s Workforce Innovation Grant will help Kenosha create the next generation of diverse business owners

Credits toward careers

January 31, 2022|News|

 Wisconsin’s Workforce Innovation Grant will allow Sauk Prairie schools to train students for careers, help workers upskill and keep key industries moving forward

Mayville business wins Main Street Makeover Contest

January 27, 2022|News, News Coverage|

A team of WEDC staff and professionals from Retailworks Inc., a Milwaukee-based interior commercial design firm, will work closely with the Andes family and stakeholders from Main Street Mayville over the next few months to develop the shop’s new look. The improvements will be made during a 48-hour makeover event later this spring. 

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