Email Communications
Whether you're looking for the latest business initiatives, member news, networking opportunities or local government updates, Forward Janesville's email communications make it easy to stay informed. Our three primary emails each have a unique purpose—so you'll always know where to find the information you're looking for.
Three Emails. Three Distinct Purposes.
Forward Janesville’s primary email communications are designed to make it easy to understand what is happening across our organization, our membership and our community.
| Email |
When It Arrives |
What You’ll Find |
| Forward Motion |
Every Friday |
What Forward Janesville is working on across Member Services, Economic Development, Workforce Development, Government Relations and Community Partnerships. |
| Member Connect |
Every other week |
Events, news, fundraisers and other updates submitted by Forward Janesville members. |
| Weekly Meetings in a Minute |
Every Monday morning |
A concise preview of important agenda items coming before Janesville City Council, the Rock County Board and the School District of Janesville Board of Education. |
Forward Motion keeps you informed about our work. Member Connect keeps you connected to your fellow members. Weekly Meetings in a Minute helps you stay ahead of important local government discussions.
Forward Motion

Know what Forward Janesville is working on.
Delivered every Friday, Forward Motion keeps you informed about the latest work happening across Forward Janesville's five Growth Wheel pillars:
- Member Services
- Economic Development
- Workforce Development
- Government Relations
- Community Partnerships
Each weekly business newsletter includes links to blogs, reports, event pages and other resources if you'd like to explore a topic further.
If you want to understand what Forward Janesville is working on and how those efforts are helping strengthen our business community, Forward Motion is the place to start.
Member Connect

Know what your fellow members are doing.
While Forward Motion focuses on the work of Forward Janesville, Member Connect highlights the work of our members.
Member Connect, delivered the second and fourth week every month, is your source for:
- Member events
- Business news and announcements
- Fundraisers and community events
- Ribbon cuttings and grand openings
- Professional development opportunities
- Other member-submitted updates
It's the best place to discover what's happening throughout our membership while supporting and celebrating fellow Forward Janesville businesses and organizations.
Members, submit your items for our Member Connect up to once per month to [email protected]. Learn more about the policies and procedures for our email communications here.
Weekly Meetings in a Minute

Know what's happening before local government meetings begin.
Delivered every Monday morning, Weekly Meetings in a Minute provides a concise preview of the most important agenda items scheduled for upcoming meetings of the Janesville City Council, Rock County Board and School District of Janesville Board of Education.
Rather than reading through lengthy meeting packets, you'll receive a brief summary of key topics that could impact our business community and quality of life—helping you stay informed before decisions are made.
Whether you're a business leader, community stakeholder or simply someone who wants to stay engaged in local issues, Weekly Meetings in a Minute helps you know what's coming before the meetings begin.
Why Subscribe?
Forward Janesville's email communications help you:
- Stay informed about issues impacting local businesses
- Learn about networking and professional development opportunities
- Keep up with important local government discussions
- Discover initiatives shaping Janesville's future
- Celebrate member successes
- Find new ways to engage with the Forward Janesville community
Together, these communications provide a complete picture of what's happening across our organization, our membership and our community.
Don't miss the latest updates from Forward Janesville.
Subscribe today to receive Forward Motion, Member Connect, Weekly Meetings in a Minute and other important member communications delivered directly to your inbox.