'We have the story; we're not telling the story well.'

Dale Kooyenga explained to Jeff Sherman how Milwaukee is losing the 'war on talent' in the Midwest and how the city could market itself better.

Listen to the full Upswing show: wtmj.com/the-upswing/

Make sure to tune into 620 WTMJ at 10 a.m. this morning as MMAC President Dale Kooyenga joins Jeff Sherman on The Upswing. They'll chat about keeping talent here in the region, economic development, youth sports and much more.

So proud to partner with @uhc in providing $600k in scholarship funds to area students through the fantastic All-In Milwaukee. Thirty local students will thrive because of this gift. Thanks to Marquette University for hosting us today!!

Great discussion on automation with leaders representing Husco WCTC WEDCNews & the Waukesha County Biz Alliance-Thx WMEP for having me moderate the discussion!
MKE Region is the 🌎Leader on the convergence of Manufacturing and Automation Excellence
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Meet the new Visit Milwaukee. Celebrating the city where big, fresh ideas inspire us. Where bright, bold flavor unites us. And where we move forward together with a celebratory, collaborative spirit.

Learn more about the new Visit Milwaukee: visitmilwaukee.org/brand

MMAC is thrilled to represent today as part of ⁦the new brand unveiling from ⁦Visit Milwaukee⁩. ⁦Dale Kooyenga⁩ is joining ⁦Peggy Williams-Smith, ⁦Cavalier Johnson⁩, ⁦Genyne Edwards and moderator ⁦@MarkKassMBJ⁩ to talk about telling MKE’s story.

Our Lakefront stop at the Couture Transit Concourse is open and full L-Line service has officially begun. Hop on!

Jim has been a barber in MKE for 60yrs. He's been cutting my hair for 20yrs and it's still $12 a haircut. He's concerned about 1 of WIs largest property tax increases ever. He estimates the MPS property tax ↗️will cost him 2 days of wages. #EnoughIsEnough MMAC

On April 2, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is asking voters for a $252 million increase in its revenue limit, with much of those costs funded through a hike in your property taxes.

Housing costs are high in Milwaukee, and growth will suffer with increased costs.

Vote NO on 4/2

More from Brian Beaulieu of ITR Economics® :

- Inflation is decreasing and expected to decline further with rate decline probable in ‘24.
- Credit conditions tight through this year.
- Businesses should spend the next two years preparing for future inflation/higher interest rates.

Pleased to get the insider perspective on the economy, locally and nationally both now and into the future, from Brian Beualieu of ITR Economics® this morning at “What’s Next: Anticipating Business Cycle Changes in 2024/25.”

Check out the latest Talking Trade podcast from WisBusiness.com. The latest features Mark Rhoda-Reis, Export and Business Development Director at the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection.

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We were honored to welcome Secretary Janet Yellen of the Treasury Department to our offices to take part in a roundtable discussion with area business leaders as part of her trip to Milwaukee today. MMAC President Dale Kooyenga had the pleasure of moderating.

Another win for the Milwaukee 7 Team! Welcome to SE Wisconsin WestRock!
Rebecca Gries for another W!
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Productive meeting connecting MMAC with small business owners, and other stakeholders, with Congressman Tom Tiffany yesterday.
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Pressed the following member request:

U.S. Congressman for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District Tom Tiffany stopped by MMAC this week to provide insight on the important issues facing our business community such as Immigration, K-12 education and energy independence.
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It was a pleasure to sit down with 620 WTMJ 's Libby Collins and discuss the MMAC and the career that brought me to this incredible opportunity to serve southeastern Wisconsin.

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Since 1830 (Yes, before WI was a state) small businesses paid a personal property tax on their assets. January 2024 marks the first month in WI history that businesses will not be assessed this inefficient and burdensome tax.

Empowering news for MKE Families as Milwaukee Academy of Science expands in 2024 to add 300 K4-5th grade seats at expanded 24th St. campus. Growing to 600 thru 8th grade. More quality, better outcomes

This from highly respected Wisconsin Policy Forum WI’s 2023 total state and local tax burden at 10% of personal income. Near its lowest in 50 years. Last decade % is as low as it’s been since 1970. Good news to ring in new year. Government has spent more over time, but income also up.