Entrepreneurship & Small Business
Advocate Aurora, WWBIC deploy loans to support two Milwaukee businesses’ growth
In late 2019, Advocate Aurora Health announced a $50 million commitment over five years to address disparities that affect health outcomes in Wisconsin and Illinois communities.
Inventors Brewpub plans new, larger facility in Port Washington
Inventors Brewpub founder Adam Draeger is hoping to move his business about two blocks up the street from its current location at 435 N. Lake St. in Port Washington, in order to build a larger facility.
Borgman Capital acquires Durex Products
Borgman Capital, a Milwaukee-based private equity firm, has acquired Durex Products, Inc. of Luck, Wisconsin. The deal was closed on Dec. 13, 2021. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Two Milwaukee-based CDFIs awarded grants through Otto Bremer Trust’s $15 million funding round
The St. Paul, Minnesota-based Otto Bremer Trust recently awarded funding to the Milwaukee-based Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corp. and...
Business lessons learned in 2021: Ellen Censky, John Feaman, Dr. Madan Kandula, Michael Novak
Editor’s note: We asked Milwaukee-area business leaders to reflect on how they navigated their businesses through the challenges of 2021, what lessons they learned along the way, and what’s on the horizon in 2022. Responses will run throughout the week in a multi-part series.
CJ & Associates to acquire interiors division of Schroeder Solutions
New Berlin-based CJ & Associates will acquire the interiors division of New Berlin-based Schroeder Solutions as of Jan. 1, the companies announced.
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Milwaukee area continues to lag peers in venture capital
Despite having a sizable pool of workers in industries typically associated with innovation, such as scientists and engineers, the Milwaukee area continues to fall behind its peers in attracting the venture capital investments needed to support local startups.
Former superstar NFL QB turned businessman Drew Brees to be featured on 21st Century Business Forum
Former NFL quarterback Drew Brees—now a studio analyst for NBC Sports and prolific businessman and investor— will share his insights about leadership and success in the January episode of the 21st Century Business Forum.
African American Chamber’s Legacy headquarters opens on King Drive
The African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin today celebrates the opening of its new headquarters and co-working space on King Drive in Milwaukee.
Quote unquote: Allyson Felix
TEMPO Milwaukee’s 16th annual Leadership Event featured Allyson Felix, a five-time Olympian and the most decorated U.S. track and...