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Uber business model has pros and cons
"Is the Uber disruption of local taxi and town-car markets a positive business model innovation for consumers?" a former colleague asked me.
BizTimes Around Town: Manufacturing Matters
The Wisconsin Manufacturing Extension Partnership held its annual “Manufacturing Matters!” conference on Thursday, Feb. 27, at the Hyatt Regency hotel in downtown Milwaukee. The conference featured keynote speakers Gov. Scott Walker, Badger Meter President and Chief Executive Officer Rich Meeusen and Department of Workforce Development Secretary Reggie Newson, in addition to more than 20 sessions featuring more than 30 speakers.
BizTimes Bubbler Executive of the Week: Jim Sajdak
Jim Sajdak, president and CEO of Stan’s Fit For Your Feet and New Balance MilwaukeeAddress: 17155 W. Bluemound Road,...
TEC to honor Inspirational Leaders
TEC Midwest announced the winners of its 2014 Inspirational Leadership Awards.
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Hosting March Madness has economic impact on Milwaukee
By hosting two rounds in the NCAA Division 1 Men’s Basketball Championship in Milwaukee on March 20-22, the city will receive an estimated $4.6 million in economic impact in the areas of lodging, transportation, food and beverage, retail and recreation, according to Visit Milwaukee.
Potawatomi to change name
Potawatomi Bingo Casino will change its name to Potawatomi Hotel & Casino this summer in preparation for the opening of its 18-story hotel in the fall.
YPWeek returns in April
Newaukee has announced plans to hold the third annual YPWeek in downtown Milwaukee April 12-19.
Carroll to cut staff in light of budget troubles
After failing to meet its anticipated undergraduate enrollment target last fall and struggling to balance its budget, Carroll University, located in Waukesha, has decided to eliminate 14 staff positions and two faculty positions.
