Ashley Smart
Ashley covers startups, technology and manufacturing for BizTimes. She was previously the managing editor of the News Graphic and Washington County Daily News. In past reporting roles, covering education at The Waukesha Freeman, she received several WNA awards. She is a UWM graduate. In her free time, Ashley enjoys watching independent films, tackling a new recipe in the kitchen and reading a good book.
🔒 Viking Masek now led by three-person executive team after prior...
Viking Masek Packaging Technologies announced this week that two company leaders have transitioned into passive investors.
UWM will help establish research center focused on developing sustainable concrete
UWM’s College of Engineering & Applied Science will open a new research center dedicated to creating environmentally friendly concrete.
Milwaukee’s Lost Valley Cider Co. to close after eight years
After eight years in operation, the owners of Milwaukee-based Lost Valley Cider Co. announced Saturday the pending closure of the business.
Rockwell and Nvidia deepen partnership to increase AI usage in robotics
Milwaukee-based Rockwell Automation, a manufacturer of industrial automation and digital transformation products, is deepening its partnership with Nvidia.
Rytec Corp. to be acquired by Charlotte manufacturer for $565 million
Jackson-based Rytec Corp., a manufacturer of commercial overhead doors, has entered into an agreement to be acquired for $565 million.
Moraine Park starts construction of advanced manufacturing center in West Bend
Moraine Park Technical College broke ground this week on an advanced manufacturing center at its West Bend campus.
🔒 New Berlin-based Pritzlaff Wholesale Meats acquired by Chicago private equity...
New Berlin-based Pritzlaff Wholesale Meats, a meat distribution and processing company, has been acquired by Shore Capital Partners.
🔒 Wearable Technologies, MediCardia form new partnership to enhance cardiology care
Wearable Technologies will integrate its AI assistant, called MAHI, into MediCardia Health’s digital medicine and connected health platform.
🔒 Microsoft exec discusses AI-related issues including ethics, energy consumption
As Microsoft constructs a $3.3 billion data center campus in Mount Pleasant, leadership from the company shared its approach to the ethical use of AI.
Wisconsin launches new $100 million investment fund with biohealth focus
The state has a new $100 million venture capital fund created to support Wisconsin’s high-growth startups and entrepreneurs.
🔒 City of Racine collaborates with Modine while expanding its fleet...
Modine is collaborating with RYDE Racine, the city’s public transportation system, to expand the municipality's fleet of electric buses.
🔒 WCTC partners with gener8tor to launch Applied AI Lab accelerator
Waukesha County Technical College is partnering with the global venture firm gener8tor to launch a new Applied AI Lab accelerator.
