Central Wisconsin Days 2025 & Leadership Reception
April 9-10, 2025

Best Western Premier Park Hotel, Madison, WI

Central Wisconsin Days 2025, taking place on April 9-10 at the Best Western Premier Park Hotel in Madison, is a unique opportunity for business and community leaders to bring the voice of Central Wisconsin to the state legislature. This two-day event will focus on advocating for key issues impacting the region, with workforce development being the central theme. Attendees will participate in legislative visits, where they’ll meet with lawmakers from across Wisconsin to discuss challenges and solutions that affect Central Wisconsin’s economy, employers, and communities. The event kicks off with a Leadership Reception on April 9, followed by a full day of advocacy on April 10, featuring speakers, issue papers, and face-to-face meetings with policymakers. Central Wisconsin Days is not only a chance to engage directly with legislators, but also to network with regional executives, sponsors, and fellow business leaders working together to address shared challenges. Register now and be a part of this impactful event shaping the future of the region.

Event Details:

Leadership Reception
Date: Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Top Floor – Best Western Premier Park Hotel, 22 South Carroll St, Madison, WI

Advocacy Day
Date: Thursday, April 10th, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: 2nd Floor – Hall of Wisconsin Room

Best Western Premier Park Hotel & Wisconsin State Capitol

Advocacy Day Agenda – 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM

9:30              Coffee and Registration

10:00             Program begins with a welcome from Angel Laidlaw, President and CEO of Centergy

10:10              Speaker: Chad Eschler, Vice President of Business Development of Findorff

10:20             Guest Speaker: Representative Armstrong, Topic Expert

10:50             Issue Paper Review

1. Modernizing TIF & Historic Tax Credits for community Growth
2. Expanding Housing Solutions for Small Cities and Rural Communities
3. Supporting the Workforce of Tomorrow – Our Students
4. Preserving Quality of Life

11:15               Review of Logistics & Final Questions: MaryAnn Lippert

11:30              Lunch

12:30             Leave for Capitol

12:45             Meet in Rotunda for a group picture

1:00               Legislative Visits

4:00              Back at Park Hotel for “hot wash” and to-go snacks.