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.
Astronautics sells its electromechanical product line for $27 million
Oak-Creek-based Astronautics Corporation of America has sold its legacy electromechanical product line to Melbourne, Florida-based Extant Aerospace in a $27 million cash deal. Astronautics Corp. is a manufacturer of avionics equipment and systems for the commercial and military aerospace industry.
Miller Brewing introduces beer-infused charcoal
Miller Brewing Company and parent company Molson Coors is offering a new way for Miller Lite lovers to enjoy the taste of their beer. Miller Brewing announced Monday the creation of a beer-infused charcoal dubbed Miller Lite Beercoal.
Shop talk: How can manufacturers attract and retain Gen Z workers?
It’s a puzzle that is yet to be completely solved. With thousands of manufacturing positions open across the state,...
The tricky side of tech
As manufacturers continue to modernize their operations, deciding what processes can be automated and introducing new technology onto the...
United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County moving forward with broadband feasibility study
The United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County is seeking RFPs to move forward with a broadband feasibility study this year.
Four local companies make it to final round of Governor’s Business Plan Contest
Over 200 entries have been narrowed down to 13 finalists in the annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest. Four of those 13 companies are from southeastern Wisconsin. They include Milwaukee-based Rapid Radicals Technology, Brookfield-based ContraDoc Inc., Milwaukee-based My Hearing Care and Fontana-based Reinventauctions.com.
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NVNG launches online, statewide database of startups to increase national exposure
Madison-based NVNG Investment Advisors has launched an online database that aims to encapsulate all of the state’s startups. Called +Venture Wisconsin, the database was created to increase exposure of Wisconsin companies to national and international venture capital communities.
New report shows more tech workers are moving to Wisconsin
More tech professionals are moving to Wisconsin as remote work becomes a permanent part of our society, making the need to live in some of the country’s bigger tech hubs unnecessary.
Employ Milwaukee opens new satellite office on 76th Street
Employ Milwaukee, the workforce development board serving Milwaukee County, is opening a new satellite location at 8086 N. 76th St.
Cedarburg-based PartsBadger adding jobs after landing $13.8 million contract with Yeti Cycles
Cedarburg-based PartsBadger, a CNC machining company, is continuing its rapid growth by entering a five-year, up to $13.8-million contract...
