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.
Split vote on CEO candidate played role in Harley-Davidson board member’s resignation
Failure to select a new CEO to lead Harley-Davidson contributed to Jared Dourdeville’s recent decision to resign from the company’s board.
Lannon-based ChemRite CoPac acquired by St. Louis-based manufacturer
Lannon-based manufacturer ChemRite CoPac has been acquired by St. Louis-based contract manufacturer CMS LLC.
Nestlé Purina ramping up production of newest wet pet food line in Jefferson
Nestlé Purina is testing its newest production line in Jefferson with plans to start making sellable products within the next two months.
Some Wisconsin small business owners facing decreasing sales, complex supply chains caused by tariffs
Small business owners from across Wisconsin shared Monday how President Trump's constantly changing tariff polices are impacting them.
How global trends will reshape southeastern Wisconsin’s economic future
Picture this. The year is 2045. You’re woken up by your AI-powered virtual assistant, which helps you prioritize your...
Fredonia-based Guy & O’Neill closing after unsuccessful attempt to find buyer
Fredonia-based Guy & O’Neill is in the process of shuttering operations after an attempt to find a buyer for the business was unsuccessful.
Federal funding cuts put future of Wisconsin Manufacturing Extension Partnership in doubt
The future of Wisconsin’s Manufacturing Extension Partnership program is in question after several MEP offices across the U.S. lost funding last week.
WEDC aims to increase global trade, boost innovation through partnership with German state
WEDC and Hessen Trade and Invest recently signed a memorandum of understating to increase collaboration in global trade and business attraction.
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Burlington-based Echo Lake Foods to be acquired for $258 million
Burlington-based Echo Lake Foods, a family-owned manufacturer of frozen foods, will be acquired by Ridgeland, Mississippi-based Cal-Maine Foods.
New Berlin-based Stanek Tool enters receivership
New Berlin-based manufacturer Stanek Tool filed a Chapter 128 petition in Waukesha County Circuit Court this week.
Harley-Davidson board member resigns citing ‘severe underperformance’ and ‘cultural depletion’ of brand
Harley board member Jared Dourdeville resigns, citing culture issues, poor leadership, and declining sales under CEO Jochen Zeitz.
Kenosha-based Vantage Point files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Kenosha-based IT firm Vantage Point Corp. has filed a voluntary petition for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, court records show.
