Menomonee Falls – Governor Scott Walker joined employees and community leaders at Reich Tool & Design, Inc. (RTD) today for their 50^th Anniversary celebration.  RTD is a second-generation, privately held manufacturing company.  

“It’s great to be here today to celebrate the 50^th Anniversary of RTD,” Governor Walker said.  “Manufacturing is one of our fastest-growing industries, employing over 450,000 Wisconsinites and contributing over $50 billion to our economic growth every year.  Manufacturers like RTD help drive our economy and this celebration highlights the importance of developing the resources, such as a skilled workforce, that they need to thrive in Wisconsin.” 

Madison – Today, Governor Scott Walker is announcing the appointment of Kyle Roskam as the incoming Director of Federal Relations for the State of Wisconsin.  Roskam will work on behalf of state agencies, members of the administration, and others to advocate for federal government related policies that benefit Wisconsin residents.

Green Bay – Governor Scott Walker toured HSHS St. Vincent Hospital and Bellin Hosptial today to highlight the Green Bay Project SEARCH partnership.  HSHS St. Vincent Hosptial and Bellin Hospital are internship sites for the Green Bay program.  Project SEARCH is a one-year transition program that provides training and education to young adults, ages 18-25, with disabilities.

“Through the Green Bay Project SEARCH internship experience, students gain valuable skills and knowledge to help them obtain a job upon graduation,” Governor Walker said.  “A strong Wisconsin workforce is one that is inclusive to the unique abilities and talents of all individuals, including those with disabilities. Workforce development programs like Project SEARCH are crucial as we continue to build a state where every citizen has the opportunity to achieve their piece of the American Dream.” 

Marshfield – Today, Governor Scott Walker toured Ministry Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Marshfield to highlight their Project SEARCH partnership.  Project SEARCH is a one-year transition program that provides training and education to young adults, ages 18-25, with disabilities.

“Project SEARCH programs, like the one here at Ministry Saint Joseph’s Hospital, are helping our workers with disabilities acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain employment,” Governor Walker said.  “This improves the bottom line for businesses in Wisconsin and spurs economic growth.  More importantly, it allows our workers with disabilities to use their unique abilities in the workplace and demonstrate that their disability is only one facet of who they are as a person.”

Madison – Governor Scott Walker toured William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital today in Madison to highlight their Project SEARCH partnership.  This one-year transition program focuses on providing training and education to young adults with disabilities.  Governor Walker has proclaimed October as Disability Employment Awareness Month in Wisconsin.  Throughout the month, Governor Walker and the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) will highlight programs and businesses that provide employment opportunities for people with disabilities, as well as encourage other businesses to provide opportunities for this skilled, dedicated, and capable workforce.

“The students participating in the Project SEARCH program at William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital have the unique opportunity to receive a quality classroom education while developing skills to help them obtain a job upon their graduation.” Governor Walker said.  “October is Disability Employment Awareness Month in Wisconsin, and we are proud to celebrate the accomplishments of workers with disabilities.  We continue to build a strong and diverse workforce in our state by investing in programs, like Project SEARCH, to help people with disabilities overcome obstacles to employment.”