BizTimes Staff
Dan Meyer
Publisher/OwnerDan, a graduate of Marquette University, founded BizTimes in 1995 and has been in publishing for 33 years. He’s had the privilege to work with great team members in the growth of BizTimes Media. Dan likes to spend time fishing in Northern Wisconsin, traveling, playing golf with friends and spending time with his wife Kate and four children Maredithe, Brian, Daniel and Margo.
(414) 336-7114
dan.meyer@biztimes.com
Kate Meyer
Community Engagement/OwnerKate has been part of the BizTimes journey since its inception in 1995. More recently, she supports sales, marketing and new business development. She engages with the regions nonprofits and is inspired by their impact on our community.
Kate graduated from Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, IN. She spent 12 years in sales and marketing in the paper industry at Champion International and Appleton Papers. She and her husband Dan have four children.
kate.meyer@biztimes.com
Editorial
Andrew Weiland
EditorAndrew is the editor of BizTimes Milwaukee. He joined BizTimes in 2003, serving as managing editor and real estate reporter for 11 years. A University of Wisconsin-Madison graduate, he is a lifelong resident of the state. He lives in Muskego with his wife, Seng, their son, Zach, and their dog, Hokey. He is an avid sports fan and is a member of the Muskego Athletic Association board of directors.
(414) 336-7120
andrew.weiland@biztimes.com
Arthur Thomas
Managing Editor | Director of Audience EngagementArthur covers banking and finance and the economy at BizTimes while also leading special projects. He also spent five years covering manufacturing at BizTimes. He previously was managing editor at The Waukesha Freeman. He is a graduate of Carroll University and did graduate coursework at Marquette. A native of southeastern Wisconsin, he is also a nationally certified gymnastics judge and enjoys golf on the weekends.
(414) 336-7123
arthur.thomas@biztimes.com
Maredithe Meyer
Associate EditorMaredithe has covered retail, restaurants, entertainment and tourism since 2018. Her duties as associate editor include copy editing, page proofing and managing work flow. Meyer earned a degree in journalism from Marquette University and still enjoys attending men’s basketball games to cheer on the Golden Eagles. Also in her free time, Meyer coaches high school field hockey and loves trying out new restaurants in Milwaukee.
(414) 336-7115
maredithe.meyer@biztimes.com
Hope Moses
ReporterHope has covered commercial and residential real estate for BizTimes since April 2026. A native Milwaukeean, she earned her bachelor's degree in journalism at Marquette University and her master's degree in journalism at Northwestern University. She has completed several internships and fellowships at local news organizations, including the Chicago Tribune and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Outside of work, Hope loves to read, play racket sports and spend time with family and friends.
414) 336-7144
hope.moses@biztimes.com
Sonia Spitz
ReporterSonia covers manufacturing, technology and startups for BizTimes. She joined the team in 2024 as a general assignment reporter. She previously wrote for Media Milwaukee, a student publication from her alma mater UW-Milwaukee, and worked for CNN at the 2024 Republican and Democratic National Conventions. In her free time, Sonia likes watching Wisconsin sports and trying new local restaurants. She serves on the associate board for City Year Milwaukee.
414) 336-7128
sonia.spitz@biztimes.com
Hunter Turpin
ReporterHunter covers healthcare, nonprofits and education for BizTimes. He joined BizTimes in 2023 and previously covered commercial real estate. A graduate of UW-Milwaukee with a degree in journalism and urban studies, he has written for the Waukesha Freeman and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. His reporting has won awards from the Milwaukee Press Club, Wisconsin Newspaper Association and Alliance of Area Business Publishers.
414) 336-7121
hunter.turpin@biztimes.com
Ethan Ainley
ReporterEthan is an editorial intern for BizTimes and a current student at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where he studies journalism and film. He is originally from rural Illinois, but has fallen in love with city life in Milwaukee since coming to UWM in 2024. Ethan is the Editor-in-Chief of UWM Post, a program director of Prowl Radio and a Copywriter/Social Media Coordinator for the UWM Student Union. Outside of school and work, Ethan loves to watch film/TV, analyze media, hang out with friends and try new things.
414) 336-7116
ethan.ainley@biztimes.com
Operations and Design
Mary Ernst
Director of Operations & EventsMary is Director of Operations and Events for BizTimes Media. She joined the company in 2008, and has served in a variety of roles. A Brookfield native, Mary attended Mount Mary University, where she studied Business Administration. She lives in Hartland with her husband, Scott, a precocious parrot and two miniature poodles, Duffy and Fritz.
(414) 336-7125
mary.ernst@biztimes.com
Sue Herzog
Administrative CoordinatorSue joined BizTimes Media in 2017. She previously worked at the Better Business Bureau, the Milwaukee Ballet and the Greater Milwaukee Committee. She studied History at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. Sue lives in Oak Creek with her husband Phil and cat, Cesare. She has three married sons, Adam, Ryan and Jacob. She enjoys cooking, traveling and attending concerts.
(414) 336-7100
sue.herzog@biztimes.com
Alex Schneider
Senior Graphic DesignerAlex is the senior graphic designer at BizTimes Media. He joined the team in fall of 2014. Born and raised in Madison, Alex attended Carroll University where he studied Graphic Communications and Marketing. He currently resides on the upper east side, just minutes away from the beach. He enjoys the outdoors and improving his skills as an artist.
(414) 336-7113
alex.schneider@biztimes.com
Sales
Linda Crawford
Director of SalesLinda is the Director of Sales for BizTimes Media. A graduate of The University of Texas, Crawford joined BizTimes in 2014. Previously, she served in sales and sales management positions at Central Office Systems, the Journal Sentinel Specialty Media Group, Trails Media and The Business Journal. She lives in Glendale with her husband, Tom.
(414) 336-7112
linda.crawford@biztimes.com
Shannon Whiting
Sales AdministratorShannon, a Milwaukee native, graduated from UW-Milwaukee in 2021, majoring in Graphic Design and Photography. She has previously engaged in freelance design and photography projects through the years. Shannon loves being outdoors, traveling, and reading. One of her goals is to visit all the US national parks.
(414) 336-7129
shannon.whiting@biztimes.com
Paddy Kieckhefer
BizTimes AmbassadorPaddy has over 20 years of experience working for Journal Media Group, Journal Sentinel and USA Today-Gannett. Paddy is a UW–Madison graduate and has a background in print, digital and promotional events. In her free time, Paddy enjoys cycling, working her farm in Lake Country, tending her gardens, chickens and bees and entertaining in the barn.
(414) 336-7119
paddy.kieckhefer@biztimes.com
Christie Ubl
Senior Account ExecutiveChristie joined the BizTimes team in the fall of 2015 as an account executive. As a UW-Milwaukee graduate, she brings a background in graphic design and over six years of business to business sales in the Milwaukee area. Outside of BizTimes, you’ll find her exploring the outdoors with her camera, fishing and hunting with her husband or out enjoying music.
(414) 336-7111
christie.ubl@biztimes.com
Robin Cech
Account ExecutiveRobin joined BizTimes in late 2023 and brings her experience in the marketing/sales industry with a background that focuses on new business, customer service, and operations. She takes pride in being a VP for a nonprofit organization that focuses on mental health. Robin enjoys attending music and sporting events. She loves animals and will go above and beyond to make sure people trust in her ability to help solve problems.
(414) 336-7124
robin.briese@biztimes.com
Christy Peterson
Account ExecutiveChristy has rejoined BizTimes Media as an Account Executive. She has honed her sales acumen and multimedia advertising skills working for Bridge Tower Media and Trade Press Media Group. Christy is an Alverno College graduate with a background in Education. She enjoys experiential learning, international travel and cooking new recipes. She’s also an avid runner who does yoga and loves to salsa dance!
(414) 336-7127
christy.peterson@biztimes.com
