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Forward Thinking: What’s Your Business Story — And Are You Telling It Well?
What is a good story worth to a business? This month’s Forward Thinking introduces Annual Dinner featured speaker Zach Atherton — whose work has generated billions of views and helped sell more than $750 million in products — and explores why your business story matters.
Posted in: Forward Thinking on September 18, 2026

Champions Club Ribbon Cutting: Eagle Inn Family Restaurant Celebrates 25 Years in Janesville
Forward Janesville recently joined owners Shawnna and Advi, their team and a large gathering of friends, family and customers to celebrate Eagle Inn Family Restaurant's 25th anniversary with a Champions Club Ribbon Cutting.
Posted in: Ribbon Cutting on September 10, 2026

Member Connect Sept. 8, 2026: There's A Lot Happening This September
There’s a lot happening across the Forward Janesville membership this September! From networking and professional development to community fundraisers, local events and opportunities to get involved, here’s the latest news and information shared by our member businesses.
Posted in: Member Connect on September 08, 2026

Your Voice Matters: Help Shape the Region's Economic Future
Your voice can help shape our region’s economic future. Forward Janesville is partnering with regional organizations on a business survey that will provide valuable insight into workforce needs, business outlook and growth opportunities — including a Rock County-specific look at the results. Learn why local participation matters and how you can get involved.
Posted in: News on September 07, 2026

Forward Janesville Celebrates Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Month
Forward Janesville is joining chambers across the state in celebrating Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Month throughout September, highlighting the important role chambers play in strengthening businesses, communities and Wisconsin’s economy.
Posted in: News on September 01, 2026

More Than Three Homes: A Bigger Conversation About Housing
A downtown land donation will create three new homeownership opportunities — but the story goes much deeper. Forward Foundation and Habitat for Humanity leaders recently joined WCLO to discuss the partnership, Janesville’s broader housing needs and how the community can help build more pathways to homeownership.
Posted in: Community Partnerships on August 28, 2026