MMAC Town Hall with Mandela Barnes 4/23/2026 11:30 AM - 4/23/2026 1:00 PM

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:31:37 GMT

Town Hall Series: Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidates

The Town Hall series brings together the candidates for Governor of Wisconsin for a timely, issues-focused conversation on the future of the state. Designed to inform and engage, each session provides a forum for candidates to share their priorities, outline their vision for Wisconsin, and respond to questions on topics that matter most to communities, employers, and residents.

Town Hall Session #5: Mandela Barnes

Former Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor, Mandela Barnes will discuss his Democratic campaign centering on getting things done "The Wisconsin Way" - to lower costs and promote stability at the state level. His platform prioritizes expanding BadgerCare and creating a public option, delivering middle-class tax cuts, ensuring universal childcare, and strengthening WI agriculture. Drawing on his experience in state government, Mandela will be focusing on addressing economic challenges that are facing the working famlies across Wisconsin.

This town hall-style meeting will be led by the MMAC President, Dale Kooyenga.

AGENDA:
11:30AM - 12:00PM | Lunch & Networking
12:00PM - 1:00PM | Program

Held at the MMAC, these events connect members with elected officials and other community leaders to hear about topics of interest or discuss specific upcoming legislation. Not sure if you're a member? Check here or contact Becky Glass (bglass@mmac.org).

Business BEFORE Hours with FaB Wisconsin at Rely Contract Manufacturing 4/23/2026 8:00 AM - 4/23/2026 10:00 AM

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:36:03 GMT

You’re Invited: MMAC & FaB Wisconsin Business BEFORE Hours at Rely Contract Manufacturing

MMAC, FaB Wisconsin, and Rely Contract Manufacturing invite you to a special collaborative networking morning on Thursday, April 23, from 8:00-10:00 AM.

Start your morning at Rely Contract Manufacturing for a Business BEFORE Hours networking event featuring coffee, tea, and conversation. Connect with fellow manufacturing and business leaders, learn more about Rely's contract manufacturing capabilities and meet Engauge Workforce Solutions, a workforce partner supporting manufacturers with flexible staffing and talent solutions. Rely Contract Manufacturing and Engauge Workforce Solutions are proud dual members of MMAC and FaB Wisconsin, reflecting a shared commitment to strengthening the region’s manufacturing community.

Join us for an inside look at Engauge and RELY at their newly expanded facility and learn how the two sister companies support manufacturers through a fully integrated approach.

Founded in 1997, Engauge Workforce Solutions designs and manages workforce systems for manufacturers and distributors, from large-scale contingent labor programs to specialized recruiting across manufacturing and distribution. The woman-owned, family-led company serves a broad range of industries and has achieved nearly 90% revenue growth since 2019.

RELY Contract Manufacturing, founded in 2019, grew out of Engauge as an incubator concept and is now a stand-alone sister company. RELY takes on labor-intensive secondary operations—including assembly, kitting and fulfillment, rework and testing, and wire harnesses and control panels—helping manufacturers free up capacity and reduce operational complexity.

Together, Engauge and RELY help manufacturers protect margins, reduce operational strain, and grow with greater flexibility.

Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce Events Newswire

MMAC Town Hall with Mandela Barnes 4/23/2026 11:30 AM - 4/23/2026 1:00 PM

Town Hall Series: Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidates

Business BEFORE Hours with FaB Wisconsin at Rely Contract Manufacturing 4/23/2026 8:00 AM - 4/23/2026 10:00 AM