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.
🔒 Superior-based AMSOIL acquires Milwaukee-based Benz Oil
Milwaukee-based Benz Oil, a manufacturer and supplier of industrial and metalworking fluids, has been acquired by Superior-based AMSOIL INC.
🔒 MGS Manufacturing adding innovation center at Germantown HQ
Germantown-based MGS Manufacturing Group Inc. is moving into the second phase of a headquarters expansion project.
Ingeteam confirms addition of EV charger manufacturing lines at Milwaukee facility
Spanish company Ingeteam has confirmed the addition of two manufacturing lines at its Milwaukee facility, which will begin production later this year.
Madison-based clothing startup founded by a lawyer wins top ‘Project Pitch...
Madison-based Pursesuitz Pocketwear won this week’s Peg Ann and David Gruber Project Pitch It Award, worth $10,000.
Lake Express Ferry begins 20th season of service
The Lake Express Ferry officially began its 20th season of service Friday, starting its first journey from Milwaukee to Muskego, Michigan at 6 a.m.
Summefest Tech announces finalists for 2023 Pitch Competition
The Summerfest Tech Pitch Competition is set to return this June during the expanded three-day event to be held at Potawatomi Hotel and Casino.
🔒 Generac will pay $15.8 million penalty after portable generators caused...
Generac has agreed to pay a $15.8 million civil penalty as part of a settlement related to several models of the company’s portable generators.
Cruise season kicks off in Milwaukee with return of Viking Octantis
The Viking Octantis returned to the Milwaukee Harbor Thursday morning, officially marking the start of the 2023 cruise season for the city.
🔒 Private equity firm acquires Milwaukee-based operator of several Good Feet...
Boston-based Exaltare Capital Management has acquired Milwaukee-based GF Midwest, Inc., one of the largest operators of the Good Feet Store.
Johnson Controls makes three-year, $1.6 million pledge to UPAF
The Johnson Controls Foundation has made a $1.65 million, three-year pledge to the Milwaukee-based nonprofit United Performing Arts Fund.
🔒 Minneapolis-based NorthRock Partners opens Milwaukee office in the Deer District
Minneapolis-based financial and lifestyle advisory firm NorthRock Partners has expanded its presence with a new office in Milwaukee’s Deer District.
🔒 Kohler acquires U.K.-based manufacturer of concrete basins and sinks
Kohler, a manufacturer of kitchen and bath products, cabinetry, tile and lighting, engines, generators and more, has acquired U.K.-based Kast Concrete Basins.
