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.

gener8tor Milwaukee names five startups taking part in 2021 program

Five promising startup companies, as determined by Milwaukee-based startup accelerator gener8tor, are taking part in the 2021 Milwaukee program and have received a $100,000 investment from the organization.

Real estate division of Marcus Investments acquires another retail center in Michigan

Berengaria Development, Marcus Investments’ real estate division, has acquired yet another retail center, this time in Norton Shores, Michigan. The acquisition of Lakeshore Marketplace was completed earlier this month. 

11 Wisconsin companies named to Newsweek’s ‘Most Responsible Companies’ list

Eleven Wisconsin companies are being recognized by Newsweek as some of the most responsible in the country. The America’s Most Responsible Companies list names 500 organizations that are considered leaders in environmental, social and corporate governance.

Here’s how SpotHopper plans to put $14 million investment to work

Milwaukee-based SpotHopper may have turned a few heads earlier this month when the company announced it had completed a $14 million Series A funding round, but the company has seen success since it first launched in 2015.
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Oak Creek-based seasoning company Asenzya acquired by European company Solina

Oak-Creek based Asenzya, formerly known as Foran Spice Company, has been acquired by Solina, a European producer of savory ingredients solutions, the companies announced Wednesday.

Tulip Richardson Manufacturing acquired by Stryten Energy

Milwaukee-based Tulip Richardson Manufacturing (TRM) has been acquired by Georgia-based company Stryten Energy LLC, an energy storage solutions provider.

BizStarts recognizes 2021 Hall of Fame inductees, inspirational entrepreneurs

It’s no secret that the city of Milwaukee still has several challenges to overcome, but despite a sometimes less than hospitable environment, a growing group of entrepreneurs are finding success.

Surfacide lands $45 million ECAT contract

Waukesha-based Surfacide has entered into a $45 million Medical Equipment Electronic Catalog (ECAT) contract with Defense Logistics Agency that spans five years.

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