WMC Statement on UW President Jay Rothman
MADISON – Kurt R. Bauer, President/CEO of Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), issued the following statement ahead of the April 7th Universities of Wisconsin Board
April 6, 2026
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UPCOMING EVENT
Business Day in Madison will take place on Thursday, October 19, 2024 at the Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center. This event brings business leaders from all over the state together to discuss important issues facing the business community and our state. We invite you to attend what is certain to be an insightful program.
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WMC's Latest Employer Survey
A new survey of Wisconsin businesses previewed a slow economic start to 2024, as only one-fifth of employers have a positive view of the state’s economy. According to the Wisconsin Employer Survey, 22 percent of businesses rank the Wisconsin economy as strong, which is a significant drop from 39 percent just six months ago and a steady decline from 58 percent in the Summer 2021 survey.
However, the national economy performs even worse with only 10 percent rating it as strong and 28 percent saying it is weak – up from 18 percent one year ago. This abysmal rating of the national economy is actually lower than the 12 percent of Wisconsin employers who rated the U.S. economy as strong in the Summer 2020 survey, which was taken during the economic shutdowns that occurred in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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WMC Releases COVID-19 Employer Toolkit
Toolkit will arm Wisconsin’s business community with the most up-to-date and reliable information as they navigate the continuously changing landscape MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce
April 3, 2020
WMC Foundation Announces Essay Contest for Students who Highlight Local Businesses Helping Their Communities During COVID-19
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce (WMC), the state’s largest and most influential business association, is proud to announce, through its affiliate WMC Foundation, a new essay
March 30, 2020
WMC Releases COVID-19 Relief & Recovery Agenda
Calls on Governor and Legislature to Help Wisconsin Move Forward and Restart the Economy MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber,
March 26, 2020
Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Final Rule Opens Door for Increased Training
MADISON – The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced on Tuesday it published a final rule establishing a system for the development of Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Programs
March 10, 2020
WMC Statement on Gov. Evers’ Tax Cut Veto
MADISON – Gov. Tony Evers, on Wednesday, vetoed the $250 million tax cut package passed recently by the legislature – the second time the governor
February 27, 2020
Six Companies Win 32nd Annual Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Awards
MILWAUKEE – Six Wisconsin companies were awarded prestigious Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Awards for outstanding achievements in manufacturing. The winners were announced Thursday, February 20
February 21, 2020