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.
Jump Start: Milwaukee-based Gradmor turning workforce insights into manufacturing gains
Location: Milwaukee
Founders: Tyler Marcus and Ava Pott
Founded: 2017
Service: Workforce intelligence platform
Website: gradmor.com
Employees: 2 full-time
Goal: Accommodate new client base
Experience:...
Antetokounmpo brothers invest in Janesville-based Mr. Splash Car Wash
Mr. Splash Car Wash announced Monday that Giannis and Thanasis Antetokounmpo have invested an unspecified amount in the business.
Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub projects on workforce development, innovation in oncology, startup commercialization making progress
Three Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub projects focused on workforce development, innovation in oncology, and startup commercialization are making progress.
How Wisconsin companies are navigating uncertainty caused by tariffs
President Donald Trump says his trade policies and tariff strategies are intended to bring more manufacturing activity and jobs...
Family business leaders share keys to good governance, honoring your company’s legacy
At BizTimes Media’s Family & Closely Held Business Summit, business leaders shared strategies for honoring legacy and implementing strong governance.
BRP laying off 61 employees in Sturtevant as company pauses some production
Quebec-based recreational products manufacturer BRP Inc. has begun laying off 61 workers at its Sturtevant facility.
Johnsonville to add 100 new jobs in Wisconsin following closure of Illinois plant
Johnsonville announced plans Thursday to add 100 new positions at two Wisconsin plants following the closure of its Momence, Illinois facility
From reluctant heir to retail leader: Jane Blain Gilbertson shares her journey at Blain’s Farm & Fleet
Jane Blain Gilbertson never planned to join her family’s business, but she went on to lead Blain’s Farm & Fleet through major transitions.
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Wisconsin Investment Fund announces first 12 startup investments
The Wisconsin Investment Fund, a public-private venture capital program launched last year, has unveiled its first 12 investments.
Central Standard to move distillery operations to Harley-Davidson’s campus
Central Standard Craft Distillery plans to relocate its distillery operations to a portion of Harley-Davidson’s headquarters campus.
Power Test to consolidate operations into Sussex headquarters
Sussex-based manufacturer Power Test is expanding its headquarters by 115,000 square feet to boost production by 40%.
Masters Gallery Foods expands outside Wisconsin with purchase of California plant
Plymouth-based Masters Gallery Foods, a national supplier of cheese, has purchased a manufacturing facility located in Willow, California.
