Thomas Atkinson

In the past several weeks, the Food & Beverage sector in southeastern Wisconsin has exploded with announcements of new investment into our region. Six companies have announced plans for new facilities or expansions. Palermo's Pizza announced they will build a 200,000 square foot production facility in West Milwaukee. Milwaukee Pretzel Company will expand their facility by 22,000 square feet on Milwaukee's northwest side. Kikkoman Foods, Inc. announced a new facility in Jefferson for 250,000 square feet. Nestlé Purina North America announced a 195 million dollar expansion of their Jefferson facility...pet food, but still F&B! Pleasant Prairie based Olds Products Co, a manufacturer of mustards and vinegars purchased 43 acres in Oconomowoc, no specific plans yet. Winnesota Multi-Temp Delivery and Storage is building a 100,000 square foot freezer facility in Oconomowoc. These are exciting times in our area! This further proves southeastern Wisconsin is an excellent region for companies in the Food & Beverage sector to locate and operate their businesses. #Food&Beverage #IndustrialRealEstate #ColliersFood&BeveragePracticeGroup

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Is your audit committee up to speed on the most recent regulatory changes? Stay informed with our Q1 newsletter. #audit #accounting

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The Inflation Reduction Act brought three key tax credits that can help offset some of the cost of EVs, hybrid vehicles, and supporting infrastructure. Wondering how to take advantage of Section 45W, Section 30C, and Section 48 credits? Read here. #IRA #taxcredit #45x

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Business owners: When creating a succession plan for your company, you’ll ideally want to account for three separate timelines. Here’s a brief look at each: https://lnkd.in/g4KjEfh9

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In this episode, I talk with Tim Conn, CFE, Founder and President of Image One USA, located in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. He shares his story about how he got into commercial janitorial services while he was still in high school and why he ultimately decided to franchise their business concept around the country. He shares lessons he has learned along the way and the reason why their franchise is growing so consistently and profitably. He also discusses recent advances in technology and why what is happening now is so exciting for him and the franchisees of Image One.

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Plante Moran Wealth Management Partner Brian Carter and Principal Mike King highlight best practices and emerging trends for running a well-functioning family office. The first step? Developing a compressive governance model with defined roles and responsibilities. Get the full list of tips here. #familyoffice #wealthmanagement https://okt.to/xPWLJB

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https://lnkd.in/gKwU_g7H The high property taxes in Cook County, Illinois, is concerning, hearing that some homeowners are facing such significant increases in their tax assessments and bills. This is likely going to make affordability challenging as many are already experiencing high inflation. The article highlights the stark differences in tax rates between the south and north suburbs, with the south suburbs having much higher rates. This uneven burden is problematic and puts significant financial strain on southern cook county residents potentially forcing some to consider moving or even losing their homes. Ultimately, the high taxes and rising cost of living are creating significant hardship for many families. Policymakers will need to carefully examine the underlying drivers of these issues and develop comprehensive solutions to address the needs of affected communities. It's a challenging situation, and I hope the relevant authorities are able to find ways to provide relief and support to those struggling with the burden of rising taxes and inflation. What's your thought? #cookcountytaxes #illinois #donnaaltott

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The Northeast Ohio food industry is a hotbed for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity. It was great to hear about some recent deals and insights from local leaders. Encourage everyone to learn more about the Northeast Ohio food industry and its M&A landscape. #ACG #networking #businessgrowth #foodandbeverage

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The Inflation Reduction Act substantially revamped the Section 179D tax deduction, increasing potential deductions and expanding eligibility for building owners who complete energy-efficient upgrades. Learn more about these changes that are here to stay! #energyefficient #energy

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