Saturday, May 17, 2008

La Crosse Area Development Co.

Welcome

LADCO's Iconic Image Collection

Twin Bridges Transgress the Mississippi River

Fly Fishing in a tranquil setting-Bohemian Valley

 

Beauty abounds throughout rural La Crosse County

 

 

Riverside Park-The Grand Excursion 2005

 

 

Cross Country Skier at the base of Grandad's Bluff

 

 

 

 

The La Crosse Area Development Corporation (LADCO), an organization focused on industrial economic development, serves as the initial contact for business and industry in the La Crosse Area.  LADCO serves a "triad of development":  the attraction of business, the retention of business and industry, and co-management of the Coulee Region Business Center.

 

Located in Western Wisconsin along the Mississippi River, the La Crosse Area is an ideal location for business and industry.  In addition, the area offers breathtaking natural beauty and a high quality of life. For more info about the La Crosse Area and LADCO, please check out the items along the left column.

 

Upcoming Events & Programs

 

Business Plan Competition

 

May 21 | University of Wisconsin-Stout | Menomonie, WI

 

Veterans Memorial Ride

Saturday, June 7th, 2008

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S&S Cycle 50th Anniversary

June 26 - 29, 2008

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"La Crosse Municipal Airport:  Topics & Trends for the Future"

Wednesday, September 17th

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Grab Bag

 

New Training Opportunity for Manufacturers

Advanced Manufacturing Solutions (AMS), a statewide initiative designed to stimulate the attraction, growth and development of 21st century manufacturing in Wisconsin, is pleased to announce an exciting training opportunity for manufacturers.  The Critical Core Manufacturing Skills (CCMS) program is dedicated to providing high-quality skills development to prepare the workforce of the present and the future by giving the tools needed to meet the changing demands of the modern manufacturing environment.  The program focuses on 4 skill sets: Productivity Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Team Skills and Adaptability Skills. Each area consists of three specified "modules" which can be offered as a single session or grouped into a customized training package designed to meet your unique business needs, schedule and budget.

Click here to learn more

 

Thanks to S&S Cycle

S&S Cylce chairman, George Smith, donated $100,000 to the Western Technical College Foundation.  This generous donation will provide up to $25,000 in scholarships each year to students in the machine tool and mechanical design programs.  The George Smith S&S Cycle scholarship will grant up to $2,500 per student starting next year.  Community support like this is essential to help prepare the next generation of skilled workers.  Thanks to S&S Cycle for your generous contribution to the La Crosse Area Community.

 

Congratulations Aquila!

Congratulations Aquila Corporation for being one of 15 companies to receive the prestigious Governor's New Product Award in April. Aquila, which manufactures a full-line of seat cushion systems for the mobility impaired, received 3rd place in the Small Company category for its "Airpulse PK" cushion system.  The Governor's New Product Awards program recognizes benefits that come from the research and engineering of new products.  "These Wisconsin manufacturers contribute to the state's economic growth and development, manufacturing and marketing of new and innovative products," Governor Doyle stated.  Congratulations again Aquila!

 

 

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La Crosse MSA Unemployment Rate

March

2008

February 

2008

 March

2007

4.7%

4.8%

4.6%

La Crosse MSA has the second lowest unemployment rate in the state of Wisconsin

Source: Department of Workforce Development