Growth Strategies
Local News
Northeast
GREEN BAY – “Now, we’ve got to execute.” That’s what Mike Daniels of Nicolet National Bank said to The Business News in a Nov. 17, 2025 report on the bank’s acquisition of Iowa City-based MidWestOne. Daniels – Nicolet’s chairman, president and CEO – said after the acquisition was announced Oct. 23, 2025, the deal officially…
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Construction
Finance, Insurance
Northeast
APPLETON – As part of the Wilden Portfolio Park development, Thrivent recently broke ground on its new building aimed at supporting the financial company’s nearly 1,400 Appleton-area employees. Terry Rasmussen, president and CEO at Thrivent, said the construction of the new building is the first visible phase of the company’s long-term investment in Appleton and…
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Supply Chain, Logistics
Northeast
PLYMOUTH – Instead of waiting for experienced commercial drivers to come through its door, Sargento is helping create them. Launched in 2023 in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development’s Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards and Fox Valley Technical College, Sargento’s CDL Truck Driving Apprenticeship Program provides existing employees a paid pathway from other areas…
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Retail
Northeast
APPLETON – Natural Grocers recently invited the community to its newest location, as the Appleton grocery store held its grand opening Sept. 30. As a community-based grocery store, Natural Grocers provides 100% organic produce, vitamins, supplements, body care and free nutrition education. Located just off Casaloma Drive and Integrity Way, at 720 N. Casaloma Drive,…