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Your source of local business intelligence – Develop a Career through Apprenticeship
What really is an apprenticeship? A registered apprenticeship is another form of post-secondary education, similar to a college or university. However, the difference is that an apprenticeship is occupation-based, and focuses on training you for a specific job. The...
MPTC Alumnus Stephen Peterson Receives WTCS 2020 Distinguished Alumni Award
The Wisconsin Technical College System’s (WTCS) District Board Association (DBA) has named Moraine Park Technical College alumnus, Stephen Peterson, of Fond du Lac, as the 2020 Distinguished Alumni award winner. Each year, the DBA accepts Distinguished Alumni...
Ribbon Cutting at Lakeside Legal
Celebrating the official opening of their Fond du Lac office Envision Greater Fond du Lac hosted a ribbon-cutting with Attorney Jeremy R. Vanderloop and staff from Lakeside Legal’s new Fond du Lac office located at 79 N. Pioneer Road. The motto of Lakeside Legal is...
New North hosting local and regional entrepreneurial pitch contests with local partners
StartUp Week in Wisconsin is November 11-18, 2020. Many events will be occurring, both in person and virtually, across Northeast Wisconsin. Among them are local pitch events that lead up to a regional pitch event hosted by New North, Inc. In preparation for the...
We’re All Innovating Contest celebrates Wisconsin small business creativity amid COVID-19 pandemic
Winner will receive up to $68,000 for best idea MADISON, SEPT. 29, 2020 –The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is sponsoring the We’re All Innovating Contest to recognize and promote the creative ways startups and small businesses are adapting to the...
Main Street Lending Program is accepting loan applications to assist nonprofits
The Federal Reserve's Main Street Lending Program is accepting loan applications to assist nonprofits experiencing cash flow problems due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston announced on Sept. 4 the Main Street Lending Program has expanded...
ReStore Fond du Lac Auction
The Fond du Lac ReStore will host an auction on Saturday, September 26 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Items include but not limited to: Forklift, ReStore Wrapped Truck, screws, tools, yard equipment, industrial pallet racking, metro shelving, large office printer, file...
Small business owners invited to register for 7th annual Lieutenant Governor’s Conference on Small Business Development
Virtual conference to be held Oct. 6-8 Wisconsin small business owners are invited to register for the Lieutenant Governor’s Small Business Academy conference. This event will run from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Oct. 6 -7 and from 8:30 a.m. until noon on Oct. 8. This...
Your source of local business intelligence – Attitudes, Beliefs and Behavior, Oh My!
So much of market research is based on understanding and predicting consumer behavior. Why do consumers choose to purchase certain goods or services? How can we predict who will make those purchases? What can businesses do to influence potential consumers to lead them...
Dock Spiders Coaching Staff Update
After spending the last four seasons as the skipper for the Fond du Lac Dock Spiders, Zac Charbonneau will be moving into a new role for next season by taking over as Director of Player Personnel. The Dock Spiders are excited to welcome back Chuck Thielmann back to...
Charbonneau Steps Down as Manager and Into Director of Player Personnel Role Chuck Thielmann Returns to Team as Field Manager in 2021
After spending the last four seasons as the skipper for the Fond du Lac Dock Spiders, Zac Charbonneau will be moving into a new role for next season by taking over as Director of Player Personnel. The Dock Spiders are excited to welcome back Chuck Thielmann to the...
Five Dock Spiders Named to NWL Postseason All-Star Team
The Fond du Lac Dock Spiders had an incredible finish to a unique 2020 season. Behind the “Fondy Faithful” the Dock Spiders were able to capture a second Northwoods League Championship in the last three years. The 2020 team boasted talent from all over the country...
Representative Schraa Receives WMC’s “Working for Wisconsin” Award
In Wisconsin, 82 lawmakers repeatedly voted to promote job creation and wage growth during the 2019-20 legislative session. Each of these legislators, including Representative Michael Schraa, supported pro-growth policies and reforms aimed at improving the state’s...
September 2020 YP of the Month: Amy Teifke & Brooke Boyle-Schneider
Name: Amy Teifke & Brooke Boyle-Schneider Hometown: Fond du Lac, WI Educational Background: University of Minnesota, UW-FDL, MATC, MPTC Describe Yourself in Three Words: Honest, Hardworking, Determined Place of Employment and Position: Simply Sold with Brooke...
Envision Greater Fond du Lac Celebrates Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Month
Envision Greater Fond du Lac is excited to celebrate Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Month. Envision Greater Fond du Lac will spend the entire month bringing attention to the services we provide to members and our community. Our organization plays a vital role in making...
Sippel named National Professional of the Year
The Boys & Girls Club of Fond du Lac works diligently every day to provide creative and exciting programs for children that help them explore their talents and ultimately reach their full potential. Success in this area is driven by our exceptional program...
FOND DU LAC FAMILY YMCA TO OFFER SUPPORT FOR K-5 STUDENTS THIS FALL THROUGH Y LEARNING ACADEMY
REGISTRATION WILL BE OPEN TO FAMILIES IN THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY. With Fond du Lac schools deciding to open the school year in the Blended Learning Model to students in 5th grade and under, the Fond du Lac Family YMCA is stepping up to help working parents. “The Fond du...
Dock Spiders Log Second Championship in Three Years and Take 2020 Title
The Dock Spiders capped off their incredible 2020 season with a 14-3 victory over the La Crosse Loggers on Saturday night to win the Wisconsin-Illinois Northwoods League Pod Championship and secure their second title in the last three years. Much like Friday’s...
Hiring the Formerly Incarcerated
an overlooked source of talent Envision Greater Fond du Lac, in partnership with Moraine Park Technical College and the Community Corrections Employment Program (CCEP), a program of the Wisconsin Department of Corrections (DOC), will host a free virtual panel...
Moraine Park Presents Five Business and Industry Partnership Awards
Moraine Park Technical College awarded its first business and industry partnership awards, recognizing valued partners of 2019. The College’s Economic and Workforce Development (EWD) team has implemented five separate partnership awards to be presented each fiscal...