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Northern Wisconsin Economic Summit in Minocqua

Monday, December 12, 2011

Governor Scott Walker and members of his cabinet will look to tackle job creation and the economy when they meet with this week in the northwoods.

Business and community leaders will meet at the fifth annual Governor's Northern Wisconsin Economic Development Summit which will be held tomorrow and Wednesday at The Waters of Minocqua.

The summit is the combined work of several state agencies and is meant to stimulate discussion of key issues specific to Northern Wisconsin. Some topics include technology, transportation, clean and renewable energy and natural resources.

Governor Walker says, "Northern Wisconsin has its own unique set of economic challenges and opportunities. The summit presents a forum to meet with the business community and leaders to discuss collaboration at the local and state levels to boost the economy and job creation.

Following tomorrow's opening session, there will be several breakout sessions and workshops. Expected to participate are: the Secretaries of tourism, transportation, revenue, workforce development and the DNR, as well as the CEO of the Wisconsin Economic Development Council.

More information on the two day summit can be found at www.northwoodssummit.com.

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