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.
Rockwell Automation planning acquisition of Denmark manufacturer
Milwaukee-based Rockwell Automation, a maker of software and products used in production and automation across several manufacturing industries, will acquire Bronderslev, Denmark-based CUBIC, a manufacturer of enclosures for all types of electrical switchboards.
Pilot Project Brewing names new chief innovation officer
Chicago-based brewery incubator Pilot Project Brewing, which is in the midst of establishing operations in Milwaukee, has named Todd Haug as chief innovation officer.
Former Aurora CEO Nick Turkal joins Lohman Technologies
Dr. Nick Turkal, former CEO and president of Aurora Health Care and then Advocate Aurora Health, has taken on a new role as chief medical advisor at Pewaukee-based Lohman Technologies.
Idea Fund of La Crosse launches second VC fund worth over $20 million
The Idea Fund of La Crosse has launched its second venture fund focused on pre-revenue startups. Called Idea Fund II, the new venture fund has already attracted over $20 million in investment capital, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund’s goal is to raise up to $25 million.
Neostella will acquire Chicago software development company
Milwaukee-based Neostella, a global hyper-automation company, will acquire Chicago-based Work-Relay after signing an agreement with the company this week....
College Possible Milwaukee names new executive director
College Possible Milwaukee, a national nonprofit working to improve equity and access in the college admissions process, has named Marco Morrison as executive director.
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Arandell reaches new labor agreement with union, hopes wage increase, new benefits boost hiring
Menomonee Falls-based Arandell Corp., a manufacturer of high-end catalogs, says that it has reached a new labor agreement with its employees in the Graphic Communications Conference/International Brotherhood of Teamsters District Council 1 union.
Signicast set to open new Milwaukee location in Canal Street Commerce Center
Hartford-based Signicast Corp., a manufacturer of precision investment cast components, will open its new Milwaukee location next month.
Clinical Edge acquired by Maryland clinical research organization
Milwaukee-based Clinical Edge, a provider of visual acuity examiners and certification services, has been acquired by Rockville, Maryland-based The Emmes Company. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Handi Products to open second manufacturing facility, in Yorkville
Kenosha-based Handi Products, a manufacturer specializing in wheelchair accessibility, home safety products and material handling, plans to expand with the addition of a new facility in Yorkville.
