On April 12, the Office of Business Engagement welcomed Fiskars’ global human resource executives who are seeking to create greater connection between the company and the university. Representatives from Fiskars, which has U.S. headquarters based in Middleton, are working with OBE to explore the talent pipeline at UW–Madison.
Fiskars personnel spent their day on campus learning about the academic programs and industry engagement opportunities throughout campus. Their visit included stops at the School of Business, the School of Human Ecology, the School of Computer, Data and Information Sciences, and the College of Engineering.
Known for their iconic, orange-handled scissors, Fiskars was founded in 1649, making it one of the oldest companies in the world as they look forward to celebrating their 375th anniversary next year. With 6,528 employees spread across 30 countries, Fiskars is a global company who recruits for power skills and invests in training new hires in specific roles. This requires students to have a growth mindset, making UW–Madison graduates an exciting talent pool for connection.
