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Update on I-94 Expansion
The Alliance Board of Directors voted unanimously to support the proposed expansion of I-94 through western Waukesha County, a 12.5-mile stretch from County Highway SS to the county line. We recognize the expansion is a top regional priority for workforce access, economic development, and long-term competitiveness. Why This Matters:The I-94 corridor between Milwaukee and Madison…
Read MoreAlliance Announces Promotions of Three Key Team Members
The Waukesha County Business Alliance is proud to announce the well-deserved promotions of three outstanding members of our team: Sophia Heimos, Kennedy Metcalf, and Lexi Podjasek. Each of these individuals has made significant contributions to the Alliance and consistently goes above and beyond to support our members and our mission. Sophia Heimos | Events &…
Read MoreAlliance & MKE Tech Hub Coalition Partner to Help Manufacturers Navigate AI and Accelerate Innovation
The Waukesha County Business Alliance and the MKE Tech Hub Coalition are working together to address a critical need in the manufacturing sector: helping businesses evaluate and implement artificial intelligence (AI) solutions. Through their partnership to promote Synapse—a new initiative from MKE Tech Hub Coalition—both organizations aim to equip mid-market manufacturers with the knowledge, strategies,…
Read MoreOver 1,000 Students Discovered Careers in Health Care
Over 1,000 students from school districts in and around Waukesha County attended the Alliance’s annual Discovering Health Care Expo at the Waukesha County Expo Center on Tuesday, March 11. This event served as an invaluable opportunity for students to explore various careers within the field, gaining firsthand knowledge and practical skills. Throughout the expo, students…
Read MoreAlliance’s Jerry Pettigrew Supports Craftsman with Character
The Alliance’s VP of Talent Jerry Pettigrew is currently serving as a facilitator for Craftsman with Character® (CWC). CWC is an innovative, semester-long workforce development course for high school students that prepares them for fulfilling careers in skilled trades while instilling values that support success in both work and life. CWC provides a structured model…
Read MoreUpdate on EPA Nonattainment
The Alliance is continuing to advocate on behalf of the business community and Waukesha County. Recently, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reclassified Waukesha County—along with several other Wisconsin counties—from “moderate” to “serious” nonattainment for ozone. This reclassification is expected to have significant impacts on economic development in our region. In response, the Alliance is collaborating…
Read MoreAlliance Joins Regional Coalition to Address Ozone Nonattainment Issue
The Alliance is continuing to advocate on behalf of the business community and Waukesha County. Recently, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reclassified Waukesha County—along with several other Wisconsin counties—from “moderate” to “serious” nonattainment for ozone. This reclassification is expected to have significant impacts on economic development in our region. In response, the Alliance is collaborating…
Read MoreWaukesha County & Others Across Wisconsin Being Reclassified to Serious Nonattainment for Ozone
Waukesha County, along with several other Wisconsin counties, is being reclassified from “moderate” to “serious” nonattainment for ozone. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published this reclassification, which is effective January 16, 2025, which will require the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to implement stricter controls on nitrogen oxides (NOX) and Volatile Organic Compounds…
Read MoreAnnual Manufacturing Voices Program Draws Nearly 300 Attendees
For more than a decade, the Alliance’s annual Manufacturing Voices program has provided the opportunity for industry leaders to spotlight manufacturing. This year was no exception as business leaders came together at Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) to discuss challenges and opportunities facing the manufacturing sector. This year’s program included a keynote presentation from Wisconsin…
Read More1,200 Students Experience the Trades in Waukesha County
For more than a decade, the Waukesha County Business Alliance has worked to develop our future workforce by exposing students to the career opportunities available in our region. With manufacturing and construction being driver industries in Waukesha County, the Alliance was proud to ignite students’ passion for the trades through our third annual Experience the…
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