Q2 Member Meeting

Location: Barn Venue (222686 Woodbine Ln, Wausau)

Subject: State Funding You’re Probably Not Using (But Should Be)

Date: June 10, 2026, 5:30PM - 8:00PM

Title: Stop Leaving Money on the Table: Grants for Hiring, Training & Expansion

Purpose: Show manufacturers exactly where state funding exists—and how to align Q3 hiring, training, and capital plans to capture it.

Summary: DWD and WEDC representatives will break down Fast Forward Grants, the $15K Relocation Grant, and other workforce and expansion incentives available to manufacturers. The focus is practical: what’s accessible now, how much you can realistically capture, and how to structure upcoming investments to maximize funding before budgets are finalized.

Why: If you’re budgeting for hires, training, relocation, or equipment this year, there is funding that can offset those costs. This session shows you what’s available, what qualifies, and how to time your moves to secure it.

Who is going to love this: Owners, CEOs, CFOs, plant leaders, and HR directors planning major expenses, hiring pushes, or workforce training in Q3 and Q4.

We look forward to seeing you there!