Commentary

Cybersecurity: 7 steps to stay safe from threats

The number of consumers and companies affected by cybercrimes continues to increase...

3 reasons business leaders need mindfulness

While mindfulness might seem soft or indulgent, it’s vital for leaders today....

Is it time to reinvent your company?

A few business friends have told me they are still dealing with...

Hug a manufacturer! Cheer on a STEM teacher! Encourage a student!

Happy Manufacturing Month! It’s time to celebrate! For most places in the country,...

Eau Claire’s downtown renaissance has ties to home grown tech firm

Zach Halmstad jokingly describes his foray into three development projects in downtown...

Three Ts for transformation

October is Manufacturing Month in Wisconsin. Manufacturing (and the rest of our economy)...

Home equity — time to cash in?

Low interest rates, rising home prices, and consumer confidence are fueling a...

How Wisconsin is embracing workers with disabilities

Our state unemployment rate is lower than the national average, our labor force participation rate...

Some initial thoughts on a possible low-return investment environment

Bond yields are at historical lows. Some global (including U.S.) equity valuations...

Why is manufacturing so important to Dane County?

The Brookings Institute posted some exciting news this summer: Madison ranks No....