September 2, 2014

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Ditch the elevator pitch: Jim Signorelli
on perfecting your personal brand

IB Expo keynoter Jim Signorelli wants you to go beyond your elevator speech to the heart of your real story.

IB Gallery

A biking bonanza

At the LGM21 Bike Rodeo, kids got a free bike and helmet safety check, learned important rules of the road, and even got free helmets.
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Business Report

> Union Corners delayed again

> State banks report more loans, lower profits

> State tax collections fall short

> Max W. Pohle Dental Clinic to close

> CDI receives stem cell patent

Lakeside Ambiance in Downtown Madison

For your next meeting, conference or convention, strike the perfect balance between flowing energy and laser focus. Stunning Frank Lloyd Wright design inspires fresh thinking, while concierge-caliber service frees you from distracting details. Discover that space between dialed up and dialed in.

Experience Monona Terrace.

Blogs

Bring It! A conservative blog by David Blaska

Disagree with this blog? Wave
signs and chant mindless slogans!

Left Business Brain A liberal blog by Tom Breuer

Why Scott Walker can't afford to tell you the truth about his jobs record

Open Mic A guest blog by Jenna Atkinson

Wanted: Local leaders looking to make
an impact (and enjoy some dessert)

Forward HR By Nilesh Patel

What are the new religious exemption rules for contraception coverage?

It's All About Content By Thomas Marks

The real reason email subject lines are important

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Icons in Business: Chris Fortune, President of Saris
Cycling Group

Chris Fortune and his wife, Sara, purchased what was then known as

Graber Products in 1989. Under their ownership, the company evolved from being solely a manufacturer of bicycle racks into what is now Saris Cycling Group: a multifaceted manufacturer of a wide array of cycling products for leisure and training. Its products are distributed worldwide to over 60 countries, but despite its global expansion, the company has been committed to its legacy of creating American-made items with locally sourced products since 1973. At the next Icons in Business event, Chris will share his lessons learned leading this iconic Wisconsin company.
Register Today!

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