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Reflections on the protest movement
It feels like we're back to the future as wave upon wave of protests sweep the nation and the...
Make ethics count in all business practices
Regardless of your industry, one thing is true: in an increasingly competitive marketplace, you've got to fight to maintain...
Gart is new CFO of Cannella
Burlington-based Cannella Response Television, the largest infomercial media company in the direct response television industry, announced that Michael Gart has joined the company as chief financial officer.
U.S. Bank promotes Ward as business banker
Mike Ward has been promoted to oversee U.S. Bank’s business banking group in southeastern Wisconsin.
Generac acquires Magnum Products
Waukesha-based Generac Power Systems announced it has acquired Magnum Products, a leading manufacturer of light towers and mobile generators.
Retailers report stronger sales in September
Most major U.S. retailers posted gains in comparable store sales in September, as shoppers stocked up on back-to-school supplies and snagged discounts and affordable luxuries.
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Squabbling continues over streetcar funding
Some Milwaukee officials are requesting that $54.9 million in federal funds for a proposed downtown streetcar project be redirected to the ailing Milwaukee County Transit System, although such a request is likely not possible because of federal guidelines for the money.
BizStarts Milwaukee calls for passage of venture capital bill
BizStarts Milwaukee Inc. celebrated its third anniversary of helping entrepreneurs in southeastern Wisconsin start companies and create jobs.
Joy Global sells notes to help finance acquisition
Milwaukee-based Joy Global Inc. announced it has priced an offering of $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 5.125-percent senior notes due Oct. 15, 2021.
U.S. Bank surpasses M&I for top Milwaukee market share
The former M&I Bank has lost its top spot in Milwaukee area market share, according to a Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. report.
