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.
🔒 Fathom Manufacturing CEO stepping down, successor named
Hartland-based Fathom Digital Manufacturing’s chief executive officer Ryan Martin is stepping down from his role after nearly five years.
🔒 7Rivers acquires Texas-based performance management consultancy
Milwaukee-based 7Rivers, a recently formed AI startup, has acquired North Richland Hills, Texas-based PerformanceG2 for an undisclosed price.
Rally House opens first Wisconsin location at the Mayfair Collection
Lenexa, Kansas-based sports and merchandise retailer Rally House has opened its first Wisconsin location at the Mayfair Collection.
🔒 Innovation in how benefits are offered key to lowering health...
The rising cost of health care coverage is nothing new for employers.
In 2023, health benefit plan premiums grew at an overall rate of...
Rockwell Automation to acquire Chicago-based cybersecurity company
Rockwell Automation plans to acquire Chicago-based Verve Industrial Protection, a cybersecurity software and services company.
Wisconsin among 31 regions to earn national tech hub designation
Wisconsin is one of 31 regions in the United States to be designated as a Regional Technology and Innovations Hub.
🔒 Rite-Hite buys Mount Pleasant industrial building for $17.5 million
Rite-Hite is spending $17.5 million to purchase a new industrial building located near the Mount Pleasant Business Center.
Sneak peek: BizStarts’ Community Market showcases products from local entrepreneurs
A new storefront is set to open in Milwaukee’s Walkers Point neighborhood that features products sourced from over a dozen local businesses.
Plexus’ bottleless water dispenser named the Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin
Plexus Corp., an electronics engineering, manufacturing and aftermarket services provider, won this year’s Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin contest.
🔒 Milwaukee-based One Source Direct wants to make B2B marketing a...
One Source Direct’s platform gives small businesses simplified, streamlined access to the resources needed to compete against larger companies.
🔒 Waukesha-based KDV Label names new CFO
Waukesha-based KDV Label recently announced the appointment of Chris Derra to the role of chief financial officer.
Giannis Antetokounmpo sues luxury bed maker for trademark infringement
Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is suing a manufacturer of luxury, custom-made beds for alleged trademark infringement.
