Gov. Scott Walker’s weekly e-update includes a segment called “Get to Know a Cabinet Member” that highlights a cabinet secretary and provides a brief overview of the department he or she oversees. The Governor’s goal in presenting this information is to provide the public with practical information about state government operations, especially as we head […]
Gov. Walker Announces Investment in Tourism and Economic Development
Date Thu, Feb. 7, 2013 - 5:18pm By Hamilton
As the date of Gov. Walker’s budget address draws nearer, the governor has been releasing some details about proposals that will be contained in it. At the Wisconsin Economic Development Association’s Governor’s Conference on Economic Development, he announced some economic development initiatives aimed at improving the business climate and encouraging entrepreneurship and innovation as well […]
Hough Receives Economic Development Award
Date Thu, Feb. 7, 2013 - 4:39pm By Hamilton
Hamilton Consulting’s founder, Jim Hough, was honored at the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation’s 2013 Governor’s Conference on Economic Development for his individual contributions to the field of economic development. Jim Hough has been a fixture among the Wisconsin economic development community for nearly forty years. Simply stated, Jim and economic development are interchangeable references that […]
DWD Sec. Newson Talks About Employment Programs and Unemployment Insurance
Date Wed, Feb. 6, 2013 - 10:38am By Hamilton
In an interview with the Wheeler Report, Department of Workforce Development Secretary Reggie Newson talked about his agency and plans for the next year. What have been the major accomplishments of your agency recently?We’re working hard to carry out the Governor’s agenda on job creation and developing the workforce. The Governor has put forward five […]
Walker Discusses Budget Priorities
Date Mon, Feb. 4, 2013 - 11:29am By Hamilton
Gov. Walker has indicated that his top priorities for the 2013-15 Biennial State Budget are creating jobs, developing the workforce, transforming education, reforming government, and investing in infrastructure. In the time leading up to the Biennial Budget Address on February 20, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in the Assembly Chambers, Walker is releasing a series of […]
Sec. Gottlieb Talks Transportation with Wheeler Report
Date Tue, Jan. 29, 2013 - 6:08pm By Hamilton
The Wheeler Report recently sat down with Department of Transportation Secretary Mark Gottlieb to discuss service, safety, and better roads. What are the biggest accomplishments of your agency in the past few years?We were able to open up over 30 new DMV centers, so now we have DMVs open at least 20 hours a week […]
Walker Appoints Chief Economic Development Officer
Date Tue, Jan. 29, 2013 - 1:08pm By Hamilton
Gov. Walker has removed “interim” from the title of the CEO of the Wisconsin Economic Development (WEDC) by appointing Reed Hall to fill the permanent position. “Reed brings a fresh perspective and strong leadership to the WEDC,” said Gov. Walker. “Reed’s experience at the Marshfield Clinic, in numerous civic organizations, and involvement in creating private […]
Employment Law Changes a Necessary Component to Economic Growth
Date Mon, Jan. 28, 2013 - 4:47pm By Hamilton
In 2011, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce prepared a report titled “The Impact of State Employment Policies on Job Growth.” The review covered all 50 states and unfortunately, Wisconsin was ranked in the worst tier with 14 other states. Wisconsin joined California, New York, Illinois and Michigan as a state where employment laws are considered […]
Please Join Us For a Celebration
Date Thu, Jan. 24, 2013 - 11:59am By Hamilton
The Hamilton Consulting Group and James A. Buchen Public Affairs cordially invite you to a reception celebrating the formation of James A. Buchen Public Affairs and the addition of Rebecca Hogan to the Hamilton Consulting team. Please join us February 12, 2013 from 4-5 p.m. in the Club Room at The Madison Club. For […]
Rebecca Hogan Joins the Hamilton Consulting Group
Date Thu, Jan. 24, 2013 - 10:44am By Hamilton
The Hamilton Consulting Group is pleased to announce the addition of a new member to our top-quality government relations team. Rebecca Hogan has been developing and advancing polices and related political strategies for Wisconsin policymakers and businesses for 15 years. Her addition to the Hamilton Consulting team will help us continue to produce political and […]