There is still time to nominate firms for the Governor's Export Achievement Awards Competition. Nominations can be submitted to the Wisconsin Department of Commerce until April 7, 2006. The awards will be presented at the 42nd Annual Wisconsin International Trade Conference, to be held May 9 in Milwaukee.

The awards are intended to recognize firms and organizations that have achieved extraordinary results in international sales or have contributed to Wisconsin's increased ability to compete in a global market. Any agricultural, forestry, industrial, high technology or service enterprise successfully engaging in or assisting in the export of Wisconsin-origin products or services can be nominated. An Export Assistance Award is also presented to firms or organizations that provide international business services to customers in Wisconsin. These can include educational, financial, language, logistical, legal, or other service providers that have helped Wisconsin exporters succeed.

Additional information on the awards, including categories, nomination forms, and names of past winners can be obtained at commerce.wi.gov/ie/IE-ExportAwards.html or by calling (608) 267-0587.

-- Stanley Pfrang

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