Best/Worst States for Business 2012: Biggest Gains from 2008
May 4 2012 by ChiefExecutive.net
No. 20
Wisconsin Gains 23 Spots Since 2008
Taxation and Regulations
Workforce Quality
Living Environment
Based on CEO Survey by ChiefExecutive.net
| Ranking Change from 2008 |
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| 2012 Rank— 20 |
| 2008 Rank— 43 |
| Total change— 23 |
| Development Trend Indicator—Positive |
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| New conservative statehouse is shaking things up, drawing business favor. |
| CEO Comments |
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| “I applaud what Wisconsin and Indiana are trying to do. As a “Badger”, I’m hopeful Gov. Walker is allowed to complete his term and I hope that the Right to Work legislation takes effect in Indiana.”
“In our home state of Wisconsin there is a palatable enthusiasm amongst business executives that we are roaring back due to a clear vision of job creation (e.g. mining in the north) and stable State budgets (allowing us to take more risks).” “Poor governorship in Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio, Texas, and others, results in negative international press attention, a contentious environment, hostile unions, ineffective work force training, and marginal support services.” “We only do business in Wisconsin. Since Gov. Walker was elected we have seen a significant improvement in taxes and business conditions.” “Wisconsin is headed in the right direction.” |
