Join the Green Bay Innovation Group 10 th ANNUAL RESTORING HOPE Gala Annual Signature Fundraising Event on October 12, 2024, at the Oneida Hotel in Green Bay. The Green Bay Innovation Group purchases tables of ten and we ask you to join us for FREE with dinner provided. If you and your spouse want to join us at our tables, please contact Marty Ochs and we will sign you up. It is an outstanding networking event. It is a night to appreciate and remember.
The Green Bay Innovation Group is committed to bringing together our Business and Communities by building strong relationships. The Green Bay Innovation donates to a number of nonprofits on an annual basis.
GBIG is proud to sponsor Talent Takeover, a fundraiser showcasing the dancing, singing, art, and other talents of the associates at Lakeside Packaging Plus. The event takes place at 5pm Thursday, Sept. 12, at the Oshkosh Convention Center and includes dinner, raffles, a silent auction and talent show. Lakeside Packaging Plus creates meaningful opportunities and community engagement for associates with diverse abilities.
Portage, WI – 8-12-2024 – QC Electronics, a leader in corona treatment technology, is excited to announce that it will be showcasing its newly redesigned electrode assemblies at this year’s Labelexpo, taking place September 10-12, 2024 at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. Attendees are invited to visit QC Electronics at Booth 6509 to experience firsthand the cutting-edge innovations that set these assemblies apart.
A Tradition of Innovation
QC Electronics has long been recognized for its robust, reliable, American-made corona treaters. This year, we are raising the bar even higher by introducing redesigned electrode assemblies that bring a new level of convenience and efficiency to our offering. These upgrades reflect our ongoing commitment to engineering excellence and customer satisfaction.
Enhanced Features for Easier Maintenance and Service
The new electrode assemblies have been designed to make operation, maintenance, and service more straightforward than ever before. New features include lifting shroud cover on both ceramic and metal assemblies, optimized electrode keys on our metal assemblies, fresh new features on the controls, and more, all designed with the end user in mind. Our goal is to minimize downtime and ensure that your operations run smoothly and efficiently.
Why Visit Booth 6509?
See the Innovation: Get an up-close look at our latest electrode assemblies and discover how they can enhance your production process.
Meet the Experts: Speak directly with our specialized team of engineers who design and manufacture these assemblies in-house.
Learn About Customization: Discuss your specific needs with our team and learn how our solutions can be tailored to fit your unique requirements.
“Our newly redesigned electrode assemblies represent the next step in QC Electronics’ tradition of bold craftsmanship and relentless innovation,” said Alyxandria Klein, Marketing and Sales Director. “We’re excited to show the industry how we’ve made an already exceptional product even better, with added features that make operation and maintenance a breeze.”
About QC Electronics
QC Electronics is a premier manufacturer of corona treatment systems, dedicated to delivering the highest quality products with unmatched reliability. Our American-made solutions are crafted with precision and a commitment to excellence, ensuring they meet the rigorous demands of the industry. To see our full product offering, visit www.qcelectronics.com.
Just as fire insurance does not protect your business from a fire, cyber insurance will not keep your business safe from a cyberattack – only a strong cybersecurity plan can do that.
What cyber insurance can do, however, is get your business back on its feet as soon as possible in the aftermath of a cyberattack.
Cyber insurance acts swiftly during a cyberattack – whether it’s someone holding your data ransom or a data breach exposing your customers’ private information.
Cyber insurance acts swiftly during a cyberattack – whether it’s someone holding your data ransom or a data breach exposing your customers’ private information.
The number of businesses experiencing a cyber incident continues to increase annually, and businesses are more likely to be affected by a cyberattack than a physical theft or fire.
I often compare cyber insurance to fire insurance because both are designed to get you back in business as soon as possible.
Though we hear a lot about what happens to customers during a cyberattack – including ones in Northeast Wisconsin – we often don’t hear how the outage impacts the business side of things.
Businesses rely on technology to be faster, more organized and more efficient.
Think about when a computer goes down at work, and someone cannot get any work done.
A cyberattack is like that but across the entire organization.
In today’s connected world, businesses and organizations can be affected even if they were not the original target of an attack or outage.
Last month, an anti-virus update by a company named Crowdstrike affected Microsoft 365 users, which included major airlines and the accountant next door.
One can easily see how a lengthy outage can disrupt your business, leading to a financial loss.
Cyber insurance does more than help cover loss of income.
It can also help with:
Data breach costs: Notifying customers, restoring systems, credit monitoring services
Regulatory fines and penalties: Non-compliance with data protection laws
Liability claims: Lawsuits from customers or partners
Reputation management: Public relations, crisis communication
Business interruption expenses: Lost income, extra operational costs
Just like having a skilled team ready to tackle a fire, cyber insurance provides a team of specialists to leap into action after a cyberattack.
Whether it’s managing customer communications or handling privacy concerns, these professionals can help you respond rapidly and effectively.
Beyond protecting businesses from the immediate impacts of a cyberattack, cyber insurance safeguards businesses from the repercussions of an attack.
It offers coverage if an organization is sued for causing damage to a third party due to a cyber incident.
Imagine having protection if an employee inadvertently spreads a malicious virus to another company or if your security measures are deemed insufficient in protecting customer data.
That’s the power of cyber insurance.
It transforms potential disasters into manageable situations with its comprehensive support and financial relief.
Cyber liability insurance is an investment in a business’s future, acting as a safety net to protect against financial ruin in the event of a digital disaster while providing peace of mind by ensuring businesses have an ally ready to help when needed most.
On September 24, 2024, at the Hilton Garden Inn at 1160 W. Park Place in Milwaukee, WI, GBIG and Wikoff Color put together an outstanding event – Driving the Future of Packaging. Go to:www.greenbayinnovationgroup.com/events – packaging to sign up.
We are witnessing commercial printing companies expanding their focus to packaging, labels, and a wide variety of areas beyond traditional printing services. We had a group of us attend the Color Ink, Inc. in Sussex, WI open house for their 40-year celebration. Color Ink is a premier commercial printer evolving to meet the need of market demands! We witnessed the shift from their offset to digital capabilities which offer more flexibility and faster turnaround. We saw the integration of small and wide format printing for posters, displays, signage, point of purchase and other promotional products. With the growth of e-commerce, printing companies are now offering customized packaging solutions including branded products. Color Ink, Inc. has added capabilities in the corrugated and carton packaging with unique finishing capabilities, die cutting, enhancements with special coatings, and vibrant metallic foils.
Color Ink has added fulfillment services and print management services managing the entire process including inventory management and fulfillment. The diversification helps commercial printers stay competitive and relevant in the increasing digital world where traditional print demand is declining.
Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. (A&V), a leading manufacturer and distributor of flexographic printing supplies and equipment, proudly announces the appointment of Michelle Garza as Director of Strategic Accounts for their North America operations.
SANTA FE SPRINGS, Calif., Aug. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. (A&V), a leading manufacturer and distributor of flexographic printing supplies and equipment, proudly announces the appointment of Michelle Garza as Director of Strategic Accounts for their North America operations.
Michelle’s passion for nurturing success, cultivating relationships and drive to move projects forward while achieving operational excellence, make Garza the ideal choice for this role.
With a remarkable career spanning over 30 years in the flexographic and letterpress industry, Michelle brings a wealth of expertise in photopolymer solutions, specializing in the metal-deco can industry and tag & label market segments. Her most recent role involved leading operations for a global distributor, overseeing key accounts, and managing a talented team of 20 individuals.
Expressing her enthusiasm for the new role, Garza stated, “I love connecting with customers, building strong relationships, and crafting effective account strategies. People know me for my collaborative approach, honesty, integrity, and knack for handling complex challenges. Staying active in industry associations helps me keep a pulse on market trends, making me a better consultant for my clients. I’m really excited about this role because my values align with Anderson and Vreeland’s commitment to the industry. I want to be part of a company that’s making a real impact.”
In her new position, Garza will work towards strengthening relationships with A&V Account Managers and customers, strategizing to unearth new opportunities, and introducing innovative solutions, all while motivating teams to achieve their objectives. She will cultivate lasting relationships built on trust, integrity, and customer satisfaction, driving sales and fostering repeat business.
Andy Gillis, the Vice President and General Manager of A&V, highlighted her exceptional qualities, saying, “Michelle’s passion for nurturing success, cultivating relationships and drive to move projects forward while achieving operational excellence, make Garza the ideal choice for this role.”
Garza earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from San Diego State University and has a deep-seated passion for the industry, having been raised by a father who was a contributor to the newspaper industry since 1964. Residing in the San Diego area with her partner and three adult children, Michelle is an adventurous hiker and travel enthusiast, with a goal of exploring all 63 National Parks.
About Anderson & Vreeland, Inc.
Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. is a privately held company with over 60 years of experience in the flexographic printing industry. They are known for their innovative solutions and exceptional customer service. The company prides itself on identifying the most effective and advanced technologies in their portfolio and seamlessly integrating these solutions into their clients’ business.
For more information about Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. and their products and services, please visit their website at https://andvre.com/
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Courtney Pazdra, Anderson & Vreeland, 2242531171, marketing@andvre.com, www.andvre.com
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SUBJECT: DRIVING THE FUTURE OF PACKAGING and Understanding the Impact of Color, Embellishments, and Print on Modern Packaging Design presented by The Green Bay Innovation Group and Wikoff Color with six guest speakers.
DATE: September 24, 2024
PLACE: Hilton Garden Inn 1160 W. Park Place, Milwaukee, WI 53224
TIME: Check-In at 8:00 a.m. and speakers begin at 9:00 a.m. and end at 4:00 p.m. with lunch!
We ALL recognize the visual appeal of high-quality printing, packaging, enhancements to attract consumer’s attention and increase the likelihood of purchase. Enhanced packaging can elevate a brand’s perceived value, conveying a message of quality, luxury, sustainability based upon the design and the ability to print and convert the product.
Eco-friendly packaging options can appeal to environmentally conscious using recycled material and eco-friendly inks and coatings. Overall, printing and packaging will play a crucial role in the product market success by improving its aesthetic, functional, and Environmental attributes.
The Green Bay Innovation Group and Wikoff Color have brought together a group of experts to better understand all the processes!
NEENAH, Wis. (August 5, 2024) – Menasha Corporation announced today that Tina M. Seashore has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer. Tina had been Vice President of Human Resources at Menasha Packaging Company, a subsidiary of Menasha Corporation, since 2022. Prior to joining Menasha Packaging Company, Tina held leadership roles in human resources at Oshkosh Corporation and Bemis Company, Inc. (now Amcor). She holds a BBA, and Executive MBA from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh.
About Menasha Corporation
Menasha Corporation is a leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturer and supply chain solutions provider. Comprised of two companies, Menasha Packaging Company and ORBIS Corporation. Menasha Corporation’s products and services are used by major food, beverage, consumer products, healthcare, pharmaceutical, heavy equipment, agriculture, industrial, and automotive companies. Established in 1849, Menasha Corporation is one of America’s oldest privately held, family-owned manufacturing companies. Headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, the company employs more than 7,800 employees in 100+ facilities in North America and Europe. For more information, visit menashacorporation.com
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville prides itself on providing students with hands-on, practical experiences to prepare them for the workforce. Industry partners in the tri state area and beyond play a crucial role in accomplishing this. These opportunities come in the form of co-ops, internships, community engagement projects, and course projects including Senior Design.
Projects completed in a Senior Design course pair a group of students with an industry partner to solve real problems or create new products. The projects are supervised by an industry advisor and UW-Platteville faculty. The students explore all aspects of the project including creativity, analysis, synthesis, project management, scheduling, time management, engineering ethics, communication, product safety and liability, copyrights and patents, economics, robust engineering, and more. Typical projects last one semester—15 weeks—although other options are available. This collaboration between the university and industry benefits all—giving students relevant, professional experience and industry partners the opportunity to help shape the skills of the next generation workforce.
BENEFITS
Collaboration on projects
Afresh perspective from students; the typical group size is three-five and students participate in initial discussion and reviews
Opportunity for lower-priority projects to be reviewed and developed
Low-risk option to develop projects
Potential to minimize the time commitment to oversee the project while retaining the ability to have input and approval
University collaboration
Increased exposure and brand awareness for your company
Opportunities to draw from the multidisciplinary knowledge base of UW-Platteville professors
Recruiting for co-ops and new hires
Develop professional relationships with the project group members who could have potential to continue work as employees
Give students exposure to company methods, standards, and products
Partnerships can lead to publicity throughout campus, potentially generating more applicants across all majors.
PROJECT MEMBERS
Presto
Plexus
Sub-Zero Wolf
MSA
BW Papersystems
Danfoss
Vortex
John Deere
BAPI
Startups
Entrepreneurs
Communities
DISCIPLINES
Mechanical engineering
Civil and environmental engineering Industrial engineering
Computer science and software engineering Engineering physics
Sustainability and renewable energy systems Interdisciplinary Design
Sophomore Design
Electrical Engineering
Business
Supply Chain
PROJECT TYPES
Concept development
Continuous improvement
Material flow and site layout
Infrastructure and municipality
Planning Automation
Research and development
FUNDING
Industry members are requested to provide financial support for the projects through a donation. Donations are used to support academic programs. Examples include student travel, prototyping equipment and supplies, and other university resources. When available, university facilities and equipment will be used. Commitments from the university and industrial partner will be agreed upon prior to the start of the project.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The best projects have an engaged mentor who will benefit from the work being performed. The scope of the project is important to establish such that the project can be completed within a semester. Projects must have a significant design component and require analysis of the problem. Ideally, students will be able to engage in hands-on tests, experiments, or prototyping. The project team will deliver its final presentation to a diverse audience of stakeholders at the end of the semester.
CONTACT John Fick | Corporate Relations | Office: 608.342.7528 | Mobile: 608.620.3425 fickj@uwplatt.edu
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