Evers also highlighted his 2023-25 biennial budget proposals that will help support and expand apprenticeship opportunities in Wisconsin, as well as strengthen Wisconsin's workforce. Evers' 2023-25 Biennial Budget includes several provisions to bolster apprenticeship opportunities in Wisconsin, including: The governor is proposing a $200 million investment to continue the state's successful Workforce Innovation Grant Program to provide long-term solutions for businesses to find workers and individuals to obtain family-supporting jobs, with a specific focus of $100 million to bolster the state's healthcare workforce. She has over 20 years of experience as a public health leader, serving most recently as the health commissioner for the city of Milwaukee and before that, as director and health officer of the Washington Ozaukee Public Health Department for more than a decade. Box 7946 Madison, WI 53707-7946 Telephone: (608) 266-3131 Fax: (608) 266-1784 Email: sec@dwd.wisconsin.gov FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 28, 2023 CONTACT: DWD Communications CommunicationsOffice@dwd.wisconsin.gov Kathy Blumenfeld previously served as the Secretary of the Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) in the Evers Administration from 2019 to early 2022. 19.31-19.39), and that it is generally our policy to release . MADISON (WKOW) Governor Tony Evers ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff Sunday in honor of Lake Mills' late fire chief. Democratic Gov. Olson-Collins most rec. Need to report an error? She began her banking career with the First National Bank of Portage. Ms. Blumenfeld also served as a certified public accountant at two large firms and worked for State Senator Joe Strohl. Kevin Carr most recently served as a U.S. Evers's executive staff includes: Chief of staff - Maggie Gau. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. Mr. Moore also serves as chairman of the board for the Social Development Commission, board member for the Harbor District, and adjunct instructor for Marquette University and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, instructing students on entrepreneurship. David Polk, director of DWD's Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards, credited the program's success to its partners. Commissioner Houdek serves as the state's chief regulator of insurance and oversees the operations of the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance. No matter where the Evers family ended up, we were welcomed by the community. Become a member for $9/month. endstream endobj 260 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/Index[9 197]/Length 29/Size 206/Type/XRef/W[1 1 1]>>stream Secretary-designee Pechacek earned her bachelors degree in sociology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and has a master's degree in public policy and public administration from Northwestern University. Ditch the ads, get free stuff. 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Governor Tony Evers. 201 E. Washington Avenue  Sr:Dc_N6k0jf7_vFT[ J Vs=?_'e*88=]E:OOS8;Oq9%`H |8LSr3Nvc]kR@y]mi-\UCi'jIQ7*rt1`FW6-%JfFekYR)O[Op5uXQYhqq7&@XU7V8^yP)Ch~awP.752wJE&3pX 1HW^@(D@MeS,24'0iv|~o7FP*Tn%7#W,E ;tC1Z`E%)z)%%kw ~7uJJEP+z/ $DBp1)H.Yq8WD"U Governor, State of California. "Kathy and I share our deepest . Gau managed Evers's campaign and has been his chief of staff throughout the transition. Deputy Chief of Staff: Barbara Worester. 0000073464 00000 n 2023, Urban Milwaukee, Inc. All rights reserved. ently served in the role of DFI Deputy Secretary from January 2019 until being appointed by Governor Tony Evers to serve as the Secretary of DFI in January 2022. 0000007168 00000 n As governor, Tony Evers will focus on ending the divisiveness that has overtaken the politics in the state. \XW+WW-yC3M3K,K@.KdadY,,,,7AhAhAhAhAh ooPCA 0 Senator Herb Kohl for more than two decades. 0000005500 00000 n Increasing the state's healthcare workforce by providing DWD: (a) $500,000 on a one-time basis to support healthcare profession apprenticeship curriculum development; (b) $200,000 on a one-time basis to implement licensed practical nurse apprenticeships at state-run care facilities; and (c) $236,000 and 1.0 full-time employee position over the biennium for outreach to potential stakeholders and partners and to develop new collaborations related to the healthcare workforce. Hughes received her bachelor of arts in political science from Georgetown University and juris doctor degree from the University of Wyoming College of Law. Register to Vote; They are parents of three adult children, all public school graduates, and have nine grandchildren. She is also a graduate of the Senior Executive Institute at the University of Virginias Weldon Cooper School for Public Service. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. In addition to cabinet secretary selections, the Evers also announced senior staff positions in the Governors Office, which are as follows: Hoven Consulting, Inc. Primary phone * Please enter your primary phone number using the following format 000-000-0000. 0000009308 00000 n Hm@W d%,KW bYwA-[J+IAP29g%/:5E9x6 "We've worked hard over the past four years to ensure Wisconsinites have access to the resources and training to pursue the high-quality, family-supporting jobs they need to be successful, and our economy shows it, as we've seen record low unemployment, record high labor force participation, and record high participation in our apprenticeship programs," said Gov. Hoo0)%9$*u[_ii LT!mo-B LsI@JcH}B "~z*ZI OL\5\~&zAo|HF/B?s`x;Fs&= More than $21 million over the biennium to address the teacher shortage plaguing schools across the state, including funding for "grow your own" initiatives and incentives for student teachers. Allman began her career at age nineteen at Ford Motor Company, where she worked for twenty-six years. Aesthetics cost the most, coming in at more than $105 million including replacing the stadium's glass panels, seat replacements, private suite upgrades, retail space and concourse replacements. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. 0000030592 00000 n Sign-in to take full advantage of your membership, including an ad-free website and improved browsing experience. The broad depth of experience our cabinet brings to our state will ensure that we bring science back to the Department of Natural Resources; that we can reform our criminal justice system and address racial disparities while improving public safety; that we can highlight for the world all that Wisconsin has to offer; and that we do it all by running an efficient, effective government that is focused on bipartisan solutions, not political fights, Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection, In 2007, Olson-Collins began her service to the State of Wisconsin as the Administrator of DFIs Division of Corporate and Consumer Services. Maggie Gau, Governor-Elect Evers campaign manager, will become Governor-Elect Evers Chief of Staff. He received his undergraduate degree from Concordia University and is a graduate of the Northwestern University School of Police Staff and Command and the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Randy Romanski was announced secretary-designee of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection by Governor Tony Evers in June 2020. Agency Directory endstream endobj 223 0 obj <>stream Ibelievethat every single person in our state deserves an equal opportunity to get ahead and that we must work together to change the direction of our state for the better. Republican lawmakers who control the budget-writing process have already said is too much money for K-12 education. All rights reserved. It is a budget that is absolutely devoid of reality.". Chief Todd Yandre passed away in the line of duty on February 15. Secretary's Office But county executives shouldn't start counting their money yet. from 1983 to 1988, with assignments at home and abroad. In the background is the site of the proposed science building. He previously served as Deputy Commissioner of Insurance following his appointment by former Commissioner Mark Afable in January 2019. This expansion will continue in 2023, with plans to add six new pathways in the healthcare, transportation, and service industries. With the continued help of these visionary leaders and the added engagement of employers in emerging industries, apprenticeship in Wisconsin will continue to grow.". Home Press Releases Gov. @ywTjtvw:$bTpPYN@t@e/^E. Most recently, Edwin has assisted with constituent and neighborhood relations and policy research for Milwaukee Alderman Michael Murphy and is currently completing his MBA from Marquette University as part of the Trinity Fellowship program, with an emphasis on social and economic justice. Membership, which includes a host of perks, including an ad-free website, tickets to marquee events like Summerfest, the Wisconsin State Fair and the Florentine Opera, a better photo browser and access to members-only, behind-the-scenes tours, starts at $9/month. Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu said Wisconsin already has a Family Medical Leave Act plan that goes "above and beyond.". 0000005773 00000 n Gov. Director, Department of Finance. Tj| j&/AB-W,7X+rL,#hgbf)U/rtqpZ^HV-Wl>|OI[n81+-Ag04!_,p`7uW5-UI13_/-iy v "eF5j;=o\u!L4[> 3 In addition to the governor's $200 million investment in the Workforce Innovation Grant Program, he is also proposing: More information regarding Gov. Amy Pechacek, following a four-month transitional leadership role with the Department, was appointed to lead the Department of Workforce Development in December of 2020. NGA Directory Governors' State-Federal Affairs Representatives . ;t{=~{=fDrbrbE'{|/Ae=(zP`6 f`6 f`6 f`6 f`6>Gs~>vVz}cL[v~M{dFV` ds P.O. 0000013598 00000 n ALABAMA Casey Rogers, External Affairs Director Governor Kay Ivey Office of the Governor State Capitol . 0000074002 00000 n Email: sec@dwd.wisconsin.gov, FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 0000093075 00000 n They are parents of three adult children, all public school graduates, and have nine grandchildren. HUj@}Wz04mZ%M)NR}'H/X4hW=3qSG8HK WAf%WtF1D]V`u (hM(FK@Q? Tony Evers Gov. My focus is on solving problems, period. 0000095031 00000 n Mr. Thompson is a native of Racine and a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Employees and employers would contribute money into a state-run trust fund administered by the Department of Workforce Development and paid out when employees need to take the leave, Evers said. "While there are some areas in Governor Evers budget that I'm sure we can find common ground, our solutions are going to look dramatically different," Vos said. Kevin Conroy(Madison) is the Chairman and CEO of Exact Sciences. 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