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MMAC report: Foxconn would add $51.5 billion to state economy over 15 years
A fully built Foxconn Technology Group plant would add $51.5 billion to Wisconsin’s gross domestic product over the 15 years the state pays incentives to the company, a new analysis by the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce concludes.
That would equate to $18 of economic impact for every $1 spent by the state, the business group, which worked to help attract Foxconn, said.
Averaged over the 15 years, the MMAC's estimate amounts to an additional $3.4 billion annually in state gross domestic product from Foxconn. That would tack another 1% onto Wisconsin's current GDP of about $313 billion.
Since the recession, the state's GDP has grown at an average of 3.6% a year.
In assessing Foxconn’s impact on Wisconsin, people should look beyond the issue of how quickly Wisconsin will recoup the tax dollars provided to the firm, MMAC President Tim Sheehy said.
While that is important, the larger effects on the state’s economy of the massive Foxconn development are sometimes forgotten, he said.
“We did the study primarily because we believe (that) in the back and forth on this project that we’ve lost sight of the tremendous economic impact that can come from this project, and that it’s been so narrowly cast” in terms of when will the new tax revenue generated by Foxconn jobs cover the state’s payments to the company, Sheehy said.
“I’m not saying that’s not an applicable viewpoint,” he said. “What I’m saying is open the aperture and look at the impact this project has on Wisconsin’s economy.” Read more: Journal-Sentinel
Belleville Chamber: Hofbräuhaus plays host to its first event as it prepares to open for real in April
While the Hofbräuhaus has not yet opened its doors to the public, the German restaurant and brewery did host its first event Wednesday when the Young Professionals group of the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce got a taste of the Hofbräuhaus beer and food.
The Hofbräuhaus had announced it would have a “soft opening” in early March but a date for this opening has not been released. The grand opening date previously was announced as April 18 and as of Friday, that ceremony is still planned for that date.
The chamber event on Wednesday was only for invited guests to the restaurant off Illinois 15 across from the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows.
“We got some really good feedback,” said Alex Matthews, vice president of marketing for the Hofbräuhaus’ management company. “People really seemed to enjoy the experience. That was the first event we’ve had in the building.” Read more: Belleville News Democrat
The Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce 2017 Community Guide
The Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce 2017 Community Guide & Map is available at the chamber today ! Thanks to the Jennifer Andreas and the chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
Town SquarePublications (www.townsquarepublications.com) can help you accomplish your chamber's gloss map, directory, community profile or publication needs at no expense to the chamber. Please email John Dussman at jdussman@tspubs.com or call (847)-427-4633.
OneZone: Less Office. More Space. The Workplace of Tomorrow.
(Hamilton County, IN) – Traditional workplaces with private offices and cubicles are giving way to those with flexible open spaces and amenities that bridge the gap between work and life. A panel of experts on industry trends will explore the new landscape and options for meeting the needs of today’s workforce at OneZone’s April 17 luncheon at Ritz Charles.
Brian Askins, Executive VP Office Services at Colliers International, will moderate the panel. Panelists include:
Sam Mishelow, Chief Strategy Officer, Meyer Najem
Jeryl Mitsch, President, Mitsch Design
Sim Nabors, Principal & Director of Interior Design, Ratio
Michelle Nuckols, Partner, Architects Forum
Sam Mishelow, Chief Strategy Officer, Meyer Najem
Jeryl Mitsch, President, Mitsch Design
Sim Nabors, Principal & Director of Interior Design, Ratio
Michelle Nuckols, Partner, Architects Forum
What: OneZone April Luncheon
Topic: The Workplace of Tomorrow
Date: Tuesday, April 17, 2018
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (check-in begins at 11 a.m.)
Location: Ritz Charles – 12156 N. Meridian St. – Carmel
Topic: The Workplace of Tomorrow
Date: Tuesday, April 17, 2018
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (check-in begins at 11 a.m.)
Location: Ritz Charles – 12156 N. Meridian St. – Carmel
Corporate tables of eight and individual seats are available. Reservations are required by 3 p.m. on Friday, April 13. Cost is $25 for OneZone members and $35 for non-members. Visit www.onezonecommerce.com or call 317.436.4653 to make reservations.
Chamber collaboration: Dozens of companies looking to hire at job fair
Chamber collaboration: Dozens of companies looking to hire at job fair
Dozens of companies are expected to take part in a large job fair this week in Shiawassee County.
The 2018 Spring Job Fair set from 1 p.m.-7 p.m. Wednesday, March 28, at Baker College's Welcome Center, 1309 S. M-52, in Owosso will have employers searching for new hires in jobs including customer and civil service, manufacturing, healthcare, transportation, sales, marketing and other areas.
GST Michigan Works!, Baker College of Owosso, the Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce and Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership is hosting the job fair in partnership with Baker College.
The event is free to the public and attendees should come with at least 25 resumes and appropriately dressed for on-site interviews. The first 30 minute of the job fair will be designated specifically for military veterans.
Computers will be available for those looking to apply for positions online. Free resume assistance is available at the Michigan Works office, located at 1975 West M-21, in Owosso.
Any employers looking to participate in the job fair may do so by contacting the Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce at 989-723-5149 or email customerservice@shiawasseechamber.org. Source: M Live
Volunteer Arlington Day Registration
We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to participate in Volunteer Arlington Day! Produced annually by our Community Action Committee, this day of service is a great opportunity for nonprofits to develop valuable relationships with Arlington businesses, and for businesses to enjoy an afternoon of team-building while giving back to the community. This year's Volunteer Arlington Day will be held on Tuesday, April 24, with kickoff at 12:00 p.m. at St. Agnes Catholic Church, followed by volunteering at participating project sites as assigned from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
If you or your company would like to participate, complete and submit the volunteer form. To register as a project site, please fill out and submit the project site form. All forms must be sent to Debbie Powers at dpowers@arlingtonchamber.org by 5:00 p.m. today.
Greensburg-Decatur County Chamber of Commerce Community Map
The Greensburg/Decatur County Chamber of Commerce Community Map is available at the New Castle-Henry County Chamber today! Thanks to Jeff Emsweller and the chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
Town SquarePublications (www.townsquarepublications.com) can help you accomplish your chamber's gloss map, directory, community guide or publication needs at no expense to the chamber. Please email John Dussman at jdussman@tspubs.com or call (847)-427-4633.
Pioneer Plastics to Expand Webster County Plant, Add 17 Jobs
Kyndle announced Pioneer Plastics, which manufactures a range of products for the restaurant, retail and appliance industries, will invest $600,000 and create 17 full time jobs as it renovates its facility in Dixon.
Pioneer will purchase new equipment and make upgrades to boost production capacity at its 100,000 square-foot facility in Webster County. The project, which will add 17 jobs to the company's current staff of 42.
"We are excited about our growth and appreciate Kyndle and all the people with the state helping us with this expansion," said Eddie Knapp, president of Pioneer Plastics.
Founded in the early 1960s, Pioneer began operating in Dixon in 1981. Five years later, its current family owners purchased the business. The company offers a wide range of plastic products, including boxes, display cases, containers and dinnerware, as well as custom molding. Its internationally recognized customers include General Electric, Whirlpool, Frigidaire, Maytag, Pizza Hut, Long John Silver's, Chili's and Hobby Lobby, among others.
"This project will strengthen our community through new jobs and improvements to the local economy. We stand ready for the expansion with a skilled workforce to meet the company's needs. Congratulations to Pioneer Plastics on its expansion." Senate Democratic Caucus Chair Dorsey Ridley, D-Henderson
Webster County Judge-Executive Steve Henry expressed gratitude for all involved in making the project possible. Read more: SurfKY News
CDF celebration: Cooper Tire: 375 million tires and growing
For more than three decades, Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. has been a mainstay in Tupelo’s manufacturing scene.
Having invested hundreds of millions of dollars in its plant here through the years, Cooper also has produced hundreds of millions of tires.
On Thursday, at a celebration at the Community Development Foundation, the company rolled out its 375 millionth tire.
Looking on were company officials, along with business and community leaders.
“We’ve been making tires here in Tupelo since 1984, and 375 million tires is a direct result of our folks here,” said plant manager Jim Pritchett. “This shows how well we’ve done in the previous years and that we have a very bright future ahead of us. We’ve got some things coming down the pike for this plant and we’re looking forward to making millions more tires.”
The milestone tire, which will have a special spot to be displayed at the plant, is a Discoverer SRX that is a premium tire for sport utility vehicles and crossover vehicles. It was produced weeks ago – on Feb. 6, to be exact. A small group representing the 1,400 Cooper employees attended Thursday’s event.
Jerry Maxcy, president of Jesco Inc. and CDF’s first vice chairman, called Cooper, “one of Tupelo’s greatest and longest community partners.”
“Cooper Tire has created more than premium tires,” he said. “Cooper has invested hundreds of millions of dollars in the Tupelo plant, they have high-paying jobs and careers that allow generations of employees a better quality of life.”
Looking at Pritchett, Maxcy said, “Cooper has done all this by focusing on the power of people, and today, we all celebrate the power of your people.” Read more: Daily Journal
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