Monday, April 23, 2012

ECBI: Emerging Construction Business Incubator

Listen to the show: KPH Construction and ECBI

This week Diane Chamness is joined by guest Keith Harenda, the President and CEO KPH Construction and a Milwaukee entrepreneur who has been helping start-up businesses since 1988. Keith has a long history of mentoring and coaching individuals and businesses. Listen to the show to learn more about Keith and KPH Construction's involvement in ECBI: Emerging Construction Business Incubator, a non-profit organization committed to helping small, disadvantage firms access construction business opportunities.

Monday, April 16, 2012

Higher Education in Wisconsin

Listen to the show: Mark O'Connell and Higher Ed in Wisconsin

Mark O'Connell, Executive Director for Wisconsin Counties Association, hosts the show today and welcomes guest Dean Tom Pleger from the University of Wisconsin Baraboo, Sauk County. The University of Wisconsin system consists of universities and two-year colleges that are a critical element to our state's higher education system.

Higher education is important because it builds a base of smart young people in Wisconsin - an important element for businesses in the state to succeed. Listen to the show if you're thinking about access to higher education for your children or other family members or if you're an employer who has individuals who can excel with more education.

Monday, April 9, 2012

Spring into Wellness

Listen to the show: Terry Frett, Spring into Wellness

This week Terry Frett, Business Solutions' resident benefits expert, is joined by colleague Sara Miles, the wellness expert at Frett Barrington, Ltd., to discuss employee Wellness Programs. Wellness Programs have become increasingly popular because of their employee and health plan impact. These programs create more productive employees and better morale in the organization. Listen to hear more about Wellness Programs and how to get in touch with Frett Barrington to learn more.

Frett Barrington coordinates fringe benefit programs for employers so they can attract and retain high quality employees. Contact them at 262-696-5010.