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Industrial Manufacturing is still attractive to buyers in 2023

Posted on June 15, 2023 (June 15, 2023)

Industrial manufacturing deal volume declined in 2022 due to uncertainty from global economic and market influences. Rising cost of capital, inflation, geopolitical uncertainty, increased freight costs, and volatile raw material prices and availability is likely to continue to challenge M&A in 2023. As a result of these pressures, M&A activity for manufacturing companies has been […]

Key Takeaways from Manufacturing Matters 2023

Posted on June 7, 2023 (June 7, 2023)

By Kevin Kane, President – Southeast Wisconsin Market, First Business Bank Coming away from the 25th Annual Manufacturing Matters Conference, there are many things to reflect on. To start, First Business Bank was grateful for the opportunity to again support WMEP Manufacturing Solutions as a Platinum sponsor. This year’s event saw record attendance of well […]

Unique solutions for increasing manufacturing floor efficiency, exploiting growth opportunities and finding skilled employees

Posted on May 22, 2023 (May 22, 2023)

Manufacturing companies have faced unparalleled challenges over the past year, directly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Declines in production, forced shutdowns, staggered production schedules and reduced employment levels affected the momentum the industry was regaining since 2010. Yet, deals are still getting done during these unprecedented times and at strong values. Taureau Group recently advised […]

Growth Markets are Critical to Your Success, Especially when the Economy Tanks

Posted on May 11, 2023 (May 12, 2023)

By Mark Coronna, Founder & CMO, The Practical CMO INTRODUCTION No one knows whether U.S. manufacturers will face a major recession, or a more moderate economic slowdown, in the next two years. The Federal Reserve cannot confidently project our economic performance over this period. ITR Economics, a private blue-chip company which makes its livelihood off […]

Human leader vs. traditional boss: What’s the difference?

Posted on April 24, 2023 (February 2, 2024)

by Abe Turner | Manager, Brand Advancement This was originally published in the Insperity blog. Read the full blog here. Whether you’re a seasoned manager, recently promoted into a leadership role or you are responsible for an entire team of leaders, everyone should be asking the same question: How can I (or we) exercise more […]

An innovative approach to getting automation right

Posted on April 19, 2023 (April 19, 2023)

WMEP helps Go Fast Manufacturing meet growing demand How can a company with proven marketplace demand and ambitious plans for growth achieve its goals in a tight labor market? Go Fast, a Wisconsin-based manufacturer of industry-leading pallet and sawmill equipment, knew automation was key. To help ensure success, Go Fast partnered with WMEP, the Wisconsin […]

Automation, exporting hold the keys to continued growth

Posted on April 4, 2023 (April 12, 2023)

Support is available for manufacturers seeking to make smart use of automation and engage in strategic export expansion. By Katy Sinnott, WEDC Vice President of Global Trade and Investment As technology continues to transform manufacturing, the industry seems to be changing at an ever-increasing pace. Manufacturers must stay connected to innovation or risk getting left […]

Go Fast Manufacturing First Company Selected for WEDC Automation Implementation Grant

Posted on March 21, 2023 (April 12, 2023)

WMEP’s AutomationAdvisor™ assessment a critical step in the process Imagine this scenario. You run a thriving, well-respected equipment manufacturing company. Sales are up, you’ve grown your production space and added new employees. You have ambitious growth goals and some good ideas of what it will take to meet them, including an increased reliance on in-house […]

Amy Tesch is newest member of WMEP’s business development team

Posted on February 20, 2023 (April 12, 2023)

By: Vicky Franchino Last fall, WMEP added a new position to our team: Business Development Specialist. We created this role to help Wisconsin manufacturers more effectively access all WMEP has to offer, and it’s proven so valuable we’ve already added a second Business Development Specialist, Amy Tesch. Tesch is an advocate and first point […]

Revolutionizing American Manufacturing

Posted on February 10, 2023 (April 12, 2023)

February 2, 2023By: Katie Rapp A major focus of the current administration is revitalizing American manufacturing, and new technologies are changing the way things are made. Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Director Pravina Raghavan recently appeared on Government Matters TV, where she discussed how MEP National NetworkTM experts around the country are working with small manufacturers to revolutionize U.S. manufacturing. […]

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