Ashley Smart

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.

Madison-based Cultured Decadence acquired by UPSIDE Foods

Madison-based Cultured Decadence, a manufacturer of cell-cultured seafood alternatives including lobster meat, has been acquired by Berkeley, California-based UPSIDE...

Rockwell Automation names new president for Americas Region

Milwaukee-based Rockwell Automation has named Gina Ayala Claxton as president of the Americas region. Ayala Claxton succeeds Alejandro Capparelli, who has taken a new role within the company as vice president of global lifecycle services.

Made in Milwaukee: Douglas Dynamics helps tackle winter weather

Douglas Dynamics 7777 N. 73rd St., Milwaukee INDUSTRY: Manufacturer of work truck attachments EMPLOYEES: Approximately 350 douglasdynamics.com If you spot a snow plow...

Inventors Brewpub expansion gains initial approvals

Inventors Brewpub founder Adam Draeger has received initial approval for plans to build an entire new lakefront facility at 305 E. Washington St. in Port Washington following Thursday’s Plan Commission meeting.

Brew City Match announces newest cohort of winners

Brew City Match has announced the newest group of 49 entrepreneurs who will receive technical assistance, grants, loans, business classes and coaching through the program.

Laacke & Joys Design and Manufacturing Company names new president

Brookfield-based Laacke & Joys Design and Manufacturing Company has named George Konstantakis as president. Konstantakis will succeed Dean Pecard, who has been promoted to the board of the company.
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The Pink Bakery seeks to raise the bar for allergen-free dessert options

A sweet tooth, an unwavering palate and a bit of luck led to Milwaukee native and entrepreneur Nubian Simmons opening a manufacturing facility for her business, The Pink Bakery, in the city's Miller Valley.

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