Melissa is an exceptional partner in regional economic development. Her ability to coordinate seamlessly with Alliant Energy ensures that Winnebago and Worth counties are always positioned for growth. She is proactive, deeply knowledgeable, and highly collaborative- bringing her into a project early is a guarantee that things will move forward efficiently and successfully.
— Chad Hansen , Alliant Energy
Reflecting on Success: ABI's Year in Review and Exciting Plans for 2024
4 Dec 2023
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When writing this column each December, I review the past year at ABI. As ABI prepares for year-end, all our metrics point to 2023 being one of ABI’s best ever. Thank you for your investment in participation and dollars, because that is what has made the year so successful.
It starts at the top and I can assure you that ABI Vice Chair Chad Reece and ABI's other officers and directors are providing strong leadership. They never lose sight of the fact that value for members is what makes ABI succeed.
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