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In Janesville, unlimited access to nature, an ideal central location, unique and historic venues, exceptional hospitality and affordability seamlessly come together to provide meeting attendees with a sense of achievement, enrichment and escape. Located less than two hours from Madison, Milwaukee and Chicago’s international airports, Janesville is easily accessible. Bonus: Coach USA offers 24/7 shuttle service between Chicago O’Hare and Janesville with free WI-FI that allows attendees to work and play as they travel. Coach USA also has transportation solutions both large and small for comforta ..read more

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By Ronnie Wendt Imagine an event with food centered on Wisconsin cheese curds in a variety of flavors. The cheese curds are paired with local wines, one red and one white, and a charcuterie of fresh fruits, chocolates, crackers, olives and nuts. Soft music fills the air, while guests mingle and savor the flavors of Wisconsin amidst striking floral arrangements on tall cocktail tables. Cheri Denise Lang, owner of Cheri Denise Events, feels this may be an option as an appetizer or grazing table. It’s a food and beverage (F&B) option that will delight attendees. That also may be more cost eff ..read more

By Katie Scrivano Wisconsin Meetings (WM) recently spoke with Milwaukee-based planner Laura Kielbasa, a conference and events planner for MRA — the Management Association, who produces annual conferences and events for human resource professionals. Kielbasa previously managed programming for Association Management. WM: Tell us about your career path into association meeting support. LK: Having a communications background, I always knew I liked event planning. Planning for associations gives me the longer lead time I like to have to put all the pieces into place — it fits my style and personali ..read more

By Kristine Hansen | Photography by ©Four Winds Farm With a growing agritourism economy, Wisconsin offers open-air meeting venues at farms – both event spaces and life-on- the-farm workshops. These can function as team-building opportunities or simply an excuse to slow down and get some fresh air. “Wisconsin is becoming America’s agricultural-tourism destination,” says Sheila Everhart, director of the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association, which recently celebrated 30 years. “There’s been changes in the workforce. Young professionals are working remotely. Agricultural communities are gett ..read more

By Nikki Kallio | Photography by ©Visit Milwaukee Wisconsin has plenty of venues that add an extra wave of fun to meetings and events with on-site or nearby water attractions and activities. Whether you’re planning your event in Madison, Milwaukee or beyond, there are plenty of ways that venues are taking advantage of the natural flowing elements the state has to offer. Hosting a meeting near the water — with additional water-based activity offerings — can be a great way to both attract attendees and give them options for recharging after a day of meetings and networking, says Jamie Patrick, e ..read more

By Sue Sveum | Photography by ©Legacy Hotel When you think of Green Bay, the Packers may be the first thing that come to mind. After all, the city does have quite a sports legacy and is getting set to host the 2025 NFL Draft. But you don’t have to be a football fanatic to appreciate what the area has to offer event planners, conference-goers and casual tourists. The city’s newest upscale hotel offering — Legacy Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndam — is located in the heart of Green Bay, just steps from the Resch Center and Expo, and just one block from iconic Lambeau Field. “The hotel’s name w ..read more

By Catherine McCoy | Photography by ©Bridgewood Resort A 2023 report cited pickleball as the fastest growing sport in the country, and many new enthusiasts are eager to find a place to play. The report found that close to 20% of U.S. adults had played at least one game in the last 12 months and what’s more, Madison recently was ranked among the top five cities for number of courts per capita. This meteoric rise in popularity has created regional demand for new courts across the state, and both venues and planners statewide are working to add unique pickleball experiences to conference itinerar ..read more

By Kristine Hansen | Photography by ©Baird Center When the Baird Center opens its doors in downtown Milwaukee this May, following a $456 million expansion and renovation, it will be the state’s largest convention and meetings center, spanning an impressive 1.3 million square feet. By folding in the former Wisconsin Center and taking over some parking lots, it will now include two buildings: the North and South Building. Several companies and organizations already have signed on to host meetings and events at the center, including the Republican National Convention in mid-July. “It’s the first ..read more