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From reluctant heir to retail leader: Jane Blain Gilbertson shares her journey at Blain’s Farm & Fleet
Jane Blain Gilbertson never planned to join her family’s business, but she went on to lead Blain’s Farm & Fleet through major transitions.
Wisconsin Investment Fund announces first 12 startup investments
The Wisconsin Investment Fund, a public-private venture capital program launched last year, has unveiled its first 12 investments.
A strong transition starts with a plan, not a sale
For many family-owned businesses, succession or exit planning isn’t just the final chapter, it’s an opportunity to shape the...
Protecting your business with advanced fraud prevention tools
Business is difficult enough with managing your staff, competing for customers, and controlling costs. Now business owners need to...
American Family makes significant move up Fortune 500
Eight Wisconsin companies are included in the 2025 Fortune 500 list from Fortune magazine. The rankings were unveiled this...
Biz Compass: What did you learn working outside the family business that helps you in your current role?
Peter Olesen
President, O&H Danish Bakery | Racine
“Working as a strategic financial analyst during the (Great Recession) taught...
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Expanding horizons and community impact
Campbell Construction, a family-owned business and newly established ESOP, has proudly partnered with GS Global Resources to expand their...
Milwaukee Job Corps Center will close following federal funding cuts
The Milwaukee Job Corps Center will be shut down as part of the U.S. Department of Labor’s termination of its Job Corps contracts nationwide.
A legacy built on craftsmanship, growth, and family leadership
I founded Uzelac Industries 2003 by taking a leap of faith and acquiring Poja Sheetmetal in 2003. Since then,...
Leader Paper Products acquires Chicago-based envelope manufacturer
Milwaukee-based envelope manufacturer and printer Leader Paper Products announced that it has acquired Chicago-based custom envelope manufacturer Unique Envelope...
