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Former Johnson Controls exec to become COnovate CEO

Elizabeth Morin June 19, 2026 0 Comment

Milwaukee-based nanomaterials maker COnovate has appointed new president and chief executive officer Craig Rigby to succeed founder Dr. Carol Hirschmugl, who will become the company’s chief technology officer. Since 2007, Rigby has held numerous leadership roles at...

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Business

Q&A: Marquette basketball legends Dwyane Wade, Travis Diener broaden Milwaukee charity event with business, hospitality partners

Elizabeth Morin June 16, 2026 0 Comment

Former Marquette University’s men’s basketball teammates Dwyane Wade and Travis Diener have maintained strong ties to their alma mater and to the Milwaukee community since leading the Golden Eagles to the Final Four in...

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Finance

Plans modified for next building at OneNorth development in Bayside

Elizabeth Morin June 16, 2026 0 Comment

A five-story mixed-use building with a 60,000-square-foot fitness center, a 30,000-square-foot grocery store and 120 luxury apartments is planned for the next phase of the OneNorth development in Bayside. OneNorth is a mixed-use development...

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Business

If MPTC Builds It, It Will Last

Elizabeth Morin June 15, 2026 0 Comment

It’s no secret that technical education is the backbone of Wisconsin’s economy; however, just a short decade ago, the 16 institutions known as the Wisconsin Technical College System were fighting long-rooted stigmas. Technical education...

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Finance

Waukesha State Bank buys Pewaukee office building to support its growth

Elizabeth Morin June 15, 2026 0 Comment

Waukesha State Bank announced that it has acquired a three-story, 78,065-square-foot multi-tenant office building in Pewaukee to “support its expanding workforce and long-term operational needs,” according to a news release. The 24-year-old building is...

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Business

Made in Milwaukee: Family-led Badger Ham invests in next phase of growth

Elizabeth Morin June 14, 2026 0 Comment

Badger Ham 3521 W. Lincoln Ave., Milwaukee INDUSTRY: Food manufacturing EMPLOYEES: 26 badgerhams.com For 87 years, Milwaukee-based Badger Ham has made one product: ham. Though the protein comes in different flavors, cures, shapes and...

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Business

Waukegan Steel to move headquarters from Illinois to Pleasant Prairie

Elizabeth Morin June 12, 2026 0 Comment

Waukegan, Illinois-based steel fabrication company Waukegan Steel plans move its headquarters 13 miles north to Pleasant Prairie, according to site and operational plans submitted to the village’s Plan Commission. The company, known for its...

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Finance

Two decades strong: A 20‑year legacy of craftsmanship and community

Elizabeth Morin June 12, 2026 0 Comment

Celebrating 20 Years in Business In 2026, Campbell Construction proudly marks 20 years of building more than structures – we’ve built relationships, trust, and a legacy rooted in craftsmanship and community. Founded in 2006...

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Business

Brady Corp. CEO retires, successor named

Elizabeth Morin June 11, 2026 0 Comment

Milwaukee-based manufacturer Brady Corp. announced this week that president and CEO Russell Shaller has retired and will be succeeded by company board member Vineet Nargolwala, former leader of Manchester, New Hampshire-based Allegro MicroSystems. Shaller...

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Finance

Wisconsin 275 members on what they say is quintessentially Wisconsin

Elizabeth Morin June 11, 2026 0 Comment

We asked this year’s 275’ers for their favorite thing, place or activity that is quintessentially Wisconsin. Perhaps unsurprisingly, nearly 40% of the 126 responses referred to being on a lake or river. Another popular...