March 18, 2024
In this issue:
The evolution of Johnson Controls: Shift toward tech comes with challenges to change
ThriveOn King project nearing completion
More historic Milwaukee VA buildings to be rehabbed
The biggest local M&A deals of the last year
Public Record: MPS request for $252 million headlines spring school referendums
On April 2, Milwaukee Public Schools will ask voters to approve a referendum allowing the district to exceed revenue...
Pay it Forward: Keeping a promise to an old friend
Jim Wozniak
Senior vice president – financial advisor
RBC Wealth Management
Nonprofit served: Father Gene’s Help Center
Service: Board vice president and...
Biz Lunch: Fitzy’s Cafe
Address: 424 E. Silver Spring Drive, Whitefish Bay
Website: fitzyscafe.com
Cuisine: Bistro-style cafe
Chef: Kay Dieterman
Mood: Modernized luncheonette with a warm, friendly...
Commentary: Come on down
Enerpac Tool Group’s decision to move its headquarters from Menomonee Falls to downtown Milwaukee demonstrates several modern workplace trends.
In...
Jump Start: Menomonee Falls-based startup Lotza launches with line of healthy drink mixers
Location: Menomonee Falls
Founders: Laura Markz
Founded: 2023
Service: Beverage manufacturer
Website: getlotza.com
Employees: 1
Goal: Achieve $400 million in sales within five years
Experience: Digital...
Real Estate Spotlight: From in danger to in service
A month before his assassination in 1865, President Abraham Lincoln signed legislation to create a national system of homes...
Shop Talk: How can a ‘Training Within Industry’ program help improve my company’s operations?
Good workers are hard to find. They’re even harder to train when they are new on the job. Factor...
The evolution of Johnson Controls: Shift toward tech comes with challenges to change
Growth can be a double-edged sword. Businesses strive to grow and make the most profit possible, but the path...
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Dig into the buying and selling process at M&A Forum
A few years ago, the mergers and acquisitions market was white hot. Low interest rates, a generation of business...
Glance At Yesteryear: Throughout the Year
Laacke & Joys sign hanging history
This undated photo shows the R. Laacke Co. store in Milwaukee. In 1887, Richard...
