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As mass production has overshadowed the craftsmanship and artistry of blacksmiths, Kent Knapp, owner of Milwaukee Blacksmith Inc., is setting out to spark new energy around the trade with beginner forging classes at his Milwaukee shop.

Wisconsin's business owners are optimistic about the year ahead, according to a study released today by BMO Harris Bank.

Milwaukee-based The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Co. announced today it plans to hire 6,400 financial representatives nationwide this year.

Gov. Scott Walker recently floated the idea of eliminating the income tax in the State of Wisconsin. It would be a bold move and one that comes as a bit of a surprise given that the last budget still leaves Wisconsin's highest income tax rate higher than it was during most of the Doyle administration.

Milwaukee-based Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Co. Inc. is exploring a possible sale of its Russell Investments asset management business, according to a report by Reuters.

Advicent Solutions has hired Phil Cunningham as chief executive officer.

Racine-based Johnson Bank has named Gus Hernandez president of the Milwaukee metropolitan market.

SVA Certified Public Accountants will host “Do You Know All You Need to About Utilizing Endowments? A Guide to...

Milwaukee-based investment banking firm Emory & Co. has sold a majority interest in West Bend-based Discount Ramps LLC to Washington, D.C.-based private equity firm Rotunda Capital Partners.

WaterStone Bank has opened its new branch at 17495 W. Capitol Drive in Brookfield.