Forward Janesville Inc

06/13/2026

Read our latest edition of the FJI Report at https://hubs.ly/Q04lfvmg0

06/12/2026

This week we were elated to celebrate a Ribbon Cutting with Huntington Place!

Not only are they back as a Forward Janesville member at the Champions Club level, but they are under new ownership, Ciel Senior Living, and have a new director and are a Certified Parkinson's Disease Care Community.

Located at 3801 Wright Road, Huntington Place offers a warm, inviting environment where each resident can thrive at every stage of their senior living journey. Their mission is to redefine senior living in Janesville by offering exceptional care, enriching activities, and a holistic focus on resident well-being across independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

Learn more at https://hubs.ly/Q04lfbRL0

06/12/2026

Forward Janesville was proud to recently attend the biggest Manufacturing Signing Day yet for the Stateline Manufacturing Alliance!

Congratulations to the 33 local students who signed with employer sponsors and are taking the next step toward rewarding careers in manufacturing. With more than 250 attendees at Blackhawk Technical College, the event was a powerful reminder of the strength of our region's workforce pipeline and the partnerships that help make it possible.

We're also proud to recognize our own Greg Phillips, Workforce Development Coordinator, who was honored for his longtime service and dedication to SMA. Greg's passion for connecting students, educators and employers continues to make a lasting impact across our region.

At Forward Janesville, workforce development remains a top priority, and we're grateful to support initiatives that help local talent build successful careers right here at home.

Learn more at https://hubs.ly/Q04kp2WP0

06/12/2026

"What value do you get from chamber membership?"

It's a question we hear often, and one of the best answers came from one of our own members and Ambassadors.

Lisa Hurda, Founder of Paddle Up Solutions, recently shared why she chose to invest in Forward Janesville—and why that investment is about much more than networking events or business promotion.

Her story is a great reminder that strong communities are built through relationships, involvement, and a shared commitment to helping one another succeed.

Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q04l536N0 (https://hubs.ly/Q04l536N0)

06/11/2026

⚠️ BA5 POSTPONED ⚠️

Due to forecasted severe weather, tonight's Business After Five at Lake Ridge Bank has been postponed.

The event will now take place on:

📅 Thursday, June 25, 2026
🕔 5-7 p.m.
📍 Lake Ridge Bank, 2605 Kennedy Road, Janesville

The safety of our members, guests and event hosts is our top priority. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing everyone on June 25.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with others who may have planned to attend.

06/11/2026

Thank you to our member businesses who renewed their memberships at the Champions Club level in May.

Champions Club members believe in the mission of Forward Janesville and know that their investment drives growth in their business and our community. As key supporters of Forward Janesville’s strategic initiatives, Champions Club members invest at an elevated level and are provided exclusive upgrades and benefits to promote and grow their business.

Learn more at https://hubs.ly/Q04ksfpK0

Foremost Media, Inc.
Guardian Home Improvement
Honeybee Media
Hy-Vee
Paulson Kimball Construction LLC
Rock Realty
RSM US LLP
Simple Scissors Salon

06/11/2026

Reminder! 📣

The City of Janesville’s Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Open House is just one week away! Community members are invited to review the complete draft ordinance, ask questions, and provide feedback as the City works toward modernizing zoning regulations for the future.

📍 Hedberg Public Library (316 S. Main St.)
📅 Thursday, June 18
⏰ 5:30 – 7 p.m.
🎤 Presentation begins at 5:45 p.m.

For more information and to view the draft documents, visit https://bit.ly/4tVAZH7.

06/11/2026

Keep Kids Learning is a Forward Janesville initiative that launched in 2024 and supports education success as an economic strategy. Families, employers and the community all benefit from well-supported schools. We invite you to follow along as we introduce you to the initiative and its 2026 goals throughout the year.

Learn more at https://hubs.ly/Q04hKX6Z0

06/10/2026

The latest issue of the FJI Report has been landing this week in Forward Janesville members' mailboxes!

Our newest edition, Building What's Next, takes a closer look at one of the most important issues facing Janesville's future: housing.

Inside you'll find:

🏠 A deep dive into housing, workforce development and community growth
🏆 Highlights from our Annual Awards Luncheon and Rock Regional Business Expo
⚛️ 'How Did I Get Here' with SHINE Technologies founder Greg Piefer
💡 Updates on JOIN Janesville, CivicCon and other initiatives helping shape Janesville's future

Want a copy of the print version? Drop us a note.

Read more about this issue and access the digital edition at:
https://hubs.ly/Q04kX4YP0

06/10/2026

Looking for ways to connect, engage and support fellow Forward Janesville members this summer?

Our latest Member Connect roundup features:

⛳ Golf outings and networking events
🎆 Fourth of July celebrations
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly summer activities and camps
❤️ Community fundraisers and nonprofit events
🏢 Member business news and achievements
🤝 Professional development opportunities

Catch up on everything happening across the Forward Janesville member community in our latest blog:

Forward Janesville's Member Connect is your twice-monthly source for member news, upcoming events, community celebrations, networking opportunities and business updates from across the Janesville area.