Coolest Things Made in Wisconsin: Nominations sought

Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – is again hosting a statewide competition to find the “Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin.” The 2026 contest marks the 11th year of the popular public voting competition and the first year of a new partnership with BMO, which joins as the contest's presenting partner. Wisconsin Live Desk spoke with WMC CEO Kurt Bauer about this year's contest.