BizTimes Staff
John Menard Jr.
John Menard Jr., founder and owner of Eau Claire-based Menards, is the richest person in Wisconsin, with an estimated net worth of $22.9 billion.
Andrew McLean
Andrew McLean became chief executive officer of Lands’ End in November. Prior to joining the Dodgeville-based retailer, McLean was a president of American Eagle Outfitters.
Peggy Williams-Smith
Peggy Williams-Smith joined VISIT Milwaukee as its first female president and CEO in 2019. Prior to VISIT, she held leadership roles at Marcus Hotels & Resorts for over 22 years.Â
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Tom Kingsbury
Tom Kingsbury has served as CEO of Kohl’s Corp. since late 2022, initially in an interim capacity and then permanently in the beginning of February 2023.
Marcelle Polednik
Marcelle Polednik was named the inaugural Donna and Donald Baumgartner director of the Milwaukee Art Museum in 2016.
Jane Blain Gilbertson
Executive chair and owner
Blain’s Farm & Fleet | Janesville
Jane Blain Gilbertson is executive chair, sole owner and retired CEO...
Christian Øverland
Christian Øverland is the Ruth and Hartley Barker Director and CEO of the Wisconsin Historical Society. Øverland is also a member of the Governor’s Council on Tourism in Wisconsin.
