Goodwill NCW earns New North Workplace Excellence Award

June 29, 2026

NORTHEAST WISCONSIN – Goodwill North Central Wisconsin (NCW) has been named the recipient of the 2026 New North Workplace Excellence Award, which recognizes organizations that strengthen business performance through innovative workforce practices.

Patti Habeck, president and CEO of New North Inc., said the award – which was presented during the New North Summit at Lambeau Field earlier this month – is awarded through an independent evaluation process conducted in partnership with Keystone Partners.

Habeck said Goodwill NCW was recognized for its whole-person approach to employee support, which includes investments in onboarding, leadership development, compensation, benefits and career growth opportunities.

“Goodwill North Central Wisconsin has set itself apart in the community through its integrated, whole-person approach to workforce support, extending beyond traditional benefits and HR practices,” she said.

Habeck said Goodwill NCW exemplifies the qualities “ingrained within the New North Workplace Excellence Award criteria.”

“We congratulate them,” she said.