BizTimes Staff

Jason Fields

Jason Fields leads the Madison Region Economic Partnership, the economic development agency representing the eight counties in south-central Wisconsin.

Peter Feigin

Since taking the helm in 2014, Peter Feigin has led the Milwaukee Bucks on its rise to becoming one of the most successful franchises in the NBA.

Zach Brandon

Zach Brandon became president of the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce in 2012. Under his leadership, the Greater Madison Chamber launched Health Tech Capitol, among other initiatives.

Christine Specht

Christine Specht leads Cousins Subs, the fast-casual sub franchise established by her father, the late William “Bill” Specht, in 1972.

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Kurt Bauer

Kurt Bauer leads Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, the state’s largest business association, with more than 3,800 member companies.

Omar Shaikh

Omar Shaikh has operated high-end steakhouse Carnevor since 2006 and spearheaded the multi-year effort to open 3rd Street Market Hall.

Craig Culver

Craig Culver grew his family's fast-food chain over three decades from a single restaurant to 530-plus locations and $1 billion in revenue.

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Chad Vincent leads Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin, the marketing arm for the state’s dairy farmers. The organization promotes an industry that contributes roughly $45 billion to the state’s economy annually.