Ashley covers startups, technology and manufacturing for BizTimes. She was previously the managing editor of the News Graphic and Washington County Daily News. In past reporting roles, covering education at The Waukesha Freeman, she received several WNA awards. She is a UWM graduate. In her free time, Ashley enjoys watching independent films, tackling a new recipe in the kitchen and reading a good book.
Tech startup CodeBaby makes a comeback after shuttering operations four years ago
After winding down operations back in 2018, Milwaukee-based tech startup CodeBaby, Inc. has returned with its highly advanced digital avatars – and increased market demand for its product.
Milwaukee startup Rose Biosciences says it has discovered a new treatment for obesity
A biotech startup spun out of the Medical College of Wisconsin says it has discovered a new way to treat diabetes.
Pilot Project Milwaukee set to open next Friday
Chicago-based Pilot Project Brewing is on track to open its new Milwaukee location next Friday. The brewery incubator acquired both the old Milwaukee Brewing Company facility at 1128 N. 9th St. and the Bottlehouse 42 restaurant in September.
Waukesha-based American Iron & Alloys acquired by De Pere-based company
Waukesha-based American Iron & Alloys, LLC (AIA), a supplier of cast iron, bronze bar, tubing, and other metal components, has been acquired by De Pere-based The Lawton Standard Co. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Exact Sciences to lay off 250 Wisconsin employees
Madison-based Exact Sciences Corp., a provider of cancer screening and diagnostics, is planning to lay off approximately 250 of its Wisconsin-based employees beginning next week.
Milwaukee-based Healics to cease operations, lay off workforce
Healics Wellness, Inc., a health and wellness company offering professional health coaching, employee wellness programs, biometric screenings, employer clinics, and more, will cease operations on Jan. 3, 2023.
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Krones acquires Kenosha County specialty equipment manufacturer
Franklin-based Krones Inc., a subsidiary of Germany-based integrated packaging and bottling line system manufacturer Krones AG, has acquired a majority stake of Salem Lakes-based R+D Custom Automation LLC.
5 Minutes With: Michael Barstow
Omaha, Nebraska-based ACX Cinemas recently announced plans to move into the former iPic Entertainment movie theater, bowling alley and...
Common Council approves final funding piece for South Shore Cruise Dock project
The redevelopment of Port Milwaukee’s South Shore Cruise Dock is now scheduled to begin next spring after the city’s Common Council approved the remaining $2 million needed to start the project.
ABC Supply subsidiary acquires New England building materials supplier
Chicago-based L&W Supply Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of Beloit-based ABC Supply Co., has acquired Tyngsboro, Massachusetts-based Dana Wallboard Supply, Inc.
