Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce Events Newswire

MMAC Talent Solutions - The New Rules of Employee Engagement with Mercer 5/2/2022 9:30 AM - 5/2/2022 10:30 AM

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 15:16:24 GMT

Join Mercer’s Megan Connolly as she explores what’s happening in today’s workforce and what’s really driving the great resignation. The pandemic has accelerated change in the employee experience everywhere. Burnout is on the rise, and the future of work will demand a greater focus on sustainability, wellbeing, technology and flexibility. Learn about the key actions that will allowing employers to meet their employees where they are and create a more compelling future.

In this session, you will hear about:

The truth behind the great resignation
The future of work: what’s on the horizon
How to help employees prepare for the next chapter

This event is for MMAC Members only. Not a member but still interested in attending? Contact Jane Backes (414-287-4144) for a complimentary pass.

Race Bridge 5/5/2022 2:00 PM - 5/5/2022 3:00 PM

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 08:48:51 GMT

Race Bridge

Race Bridge offers monthly, 60-minute conversations intended to help Milwaukeeans better understand the nuances of race and racism - while feeling empowered to speak openly them. The goal is also to equip program participants with the language and tools to identify racial inequity and challenge it in a productive way.

More details about this specific Race Bridge conversation to come, but register now to reserve your spot.

Missed a Race Bridge conversation? Don't worry, you can check out the recordings on FUEL's Youtube channel, here.>>

Business of Metro MKE Series: Featuring Ugo Nwagbaraocha & Marjorie Rucker 5/10/2022 11:00 AM - 5/10/2022 11:45 AM

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 15:39:36 GMT

How can businesses diversify their supply chains, and why does that matter to the Milwaukee Region's economic future?

Marjorie Rucker, Executive Director of The Business Council (TBC), and Ugo Nwagbaraocha, President of Diamond Discs International and Chair of TBC, will discuss efforts in our region to build our base of diverse-owned businesses and connect them with potential partners. TBC is an MMAC-affiliated organization developed to focus on cultivating relationships and business opportunities among ethnically-diverse businesses.

Hosted by MMAC President Tim Sheehy, The Business of Metro MKE monthly series presents information on issues shaping our region’s interconnected health and economy. You'll also hear a regional health update from Dr. John Raymond, MCW, who will take your questions on the current state of the pandemic and other health topics.
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BIWORLDWIDE Thought Leader Breakfast 5/10/2022 7:15 AM - 5/10/2022 9:15 AM

Tue, 03 May 2022 09:14:03 GMT

BIWORLDWIDE is excited to be getting back to hosting in-market thought leadership events in Milwaukee – with one coming up on May 10 in Milwaukee's Third Ward.

The breakfast/speaker event is complimentary.

Our speaker is Dr. Michael Ahearne (PhD) - Professor and C.T. Bauer Chair in Marketing - University of Houston - and Research Director at Stagner Sales Excellence Institute.

Dr. Ahearne is a very engaging speaker – and is great at translating research/insights to actionable ideas. He will discuss:

Growing the Business while Delivering Immediate Returns
Sales and Channel Incentive Structures that truly Engage
Newest in Sales Enablement
Optimizing New Product Launch/Adoption
Up/Cross-Selling Best Practices

Here’s the registration link: https://bit.ly/3DOg5Be

State of exports & diverse business development in the international marketplace 5/24/2022 8:00 AM - 5/24/2022 9:30 AM

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 14:55:37 GMT

Join the MMAC World Trade Association in welcoming Diane Farrell - the U.S. Department of Commerce's Deputy Under Secretary for International Trade - to hear the latest updates on trade-related issues for U.S. exporters.

Farrell oversees the International Trade Administration (ITA), who has an annual budget of $483 million with approximately 2,100 trade and investment professionals and is based in 100+ U.S. cities and 70 markets around the world. ITA's mission is to:

Strengthen the competitiveness of U.S. industry
Promote trade and investment
Ensure fair trade through the rigorous enforcement of U.S. trade laws and agreements

AGENDA

8:00 am - Registration

8:15 am - Introductions

8:30 am - Presentation and Q&A

9:30 am - Program Concludes

Continental breakfast will be served