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Bridget Whitaker promoted to executive director of Safe & Sound
The board of directors for Milwaukee-based nonprofit Safe & Sound, Inc. announced that Bridget Whitaker has been promoted to executive director.
Former Shorewood BID executive director hired to lead nonprofit public art organization Joy Engine
Milwaukee-based Joy Engine, a public art organization curating immersive art experiences, has appointed Steph Salvia, as its new executive director.
Nonprofit Journey21 names its first executive director
Michael Brauer has been named the first executive director of Pewaukee-based Journey21, a nonprofit organization founded in 2020 to develop safe, supportive and enriching living and learning options for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD).
Milwaukee Rep names new chief diversity officer
Jermaine Murry has been named the chief diversity officer for the Milwaukee Repertory Theater.
CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washington County named executive director for Charles Allis and Villa Terrace art museums in Milwaukee
Jaymee Harvey Willms has been named the new executive director for the Charles Allis and Villa Terrace art museums in Milwaukee.
Citizens Bank names new CFO, chief credit officer
Mukwonago-based Citizens Bank has named a new chief financial officer and chief credit officer.
Ald. Jose Perez elected president of Milwaukee Common Council
Milwaukee aldermen have elected 12th District Alderman Jose Perez to serve as president of the Milwaukee Common Council.
Baird’s Mary Ellen Stanek receives top Morningstar award for portfolio managers
Morningstar has recognized Mary Ellen Stanek, the president of Baird Funds and co-chief investment officer of Baird Advisors, with its Outstanding Portfolio Manager Award for 2022.
Harbor District names Tia Torhorst as its CEO
The Harbor District, Inc. board of directors has named Tia Torhorst the organization’s new chief executive officer.
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Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s inaugural address
In a ceremony today at the Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee, Cavalier Johnson was sworn in as Milwaukee's 45th mayor and the first African American mayor in the city's history. The following are the remarks he gave in his inaugural address.
Helen Johnson-Leipold shares business tips for success at Marquette speaker series
One of Wisconsin’s eight billionaires spoke Tuesday afternoon at Marquette University to share her thoughts on running a successful family business.
Former Fisher Barton CEO named president and CEO of Tailored Label Products
Menomonee Falls-based Tailored Label Products, a manufacturer of high-performance labels, tags, and die-cut adhesives, announced that Igor Zelenovskiy has...
BizTimes Milwaukee promotes Arthur Thomas to managing editor, Maredithe Meyer to associate editor
BizTimes Milwaukee has promoted Arthur Thomas from associate editor to managing editor and Maredithe Meyer has been promoted from reporter to associate editor.
Eight Wisconsinites make Forbes World’s Billionaires List
Eight Wisconsin residents are included in Forbes magazine’s annual list of the world’s billionaires.
Wiles named COO of Perlick
Julian Wiles has been named the new chief operating officer of Milwaukee-based Perlick Corp.
