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.
🔒 Krones Inc. planning to acquire majority stake of Ampco Pumps...
Franklin-based Krones Inc. has signed an agreement to acquire a majority stake of Glendale-based Ampco Pumps Company.
Wisconsin-themed golf apparel business wins top prize on Project Pitch It
Entrepreneur Kyle Herzog is co-founder of Green Bay-based Old Fashioned Golf, a company that sells Wisconsin-inspired golf apparel.
🔒 Chr. Hansen Inc. planning $40 million addition at West Allis...
West Allis-based bioscience company Chr. Hansen Inc. is moving into phase two of the expansion of its headquarters.
Despite funding stabilizing for Wisconsin’s public colleges and universities, enrollment continues...
Student enrollment numbers at Wisconsin's numerous college and university campuses across the state continue to plummet.
🔒 Pewaukee manufacturer buys former Pentair facility in Brookfield
Pentair Water Filtration has found a buyer for its former manufacturing facility at 20580 Enterprise Ave. in Brookfield.
David’s Bridal warns of possible closure of Brookfield, Greenfield stores
After David’s Bridal officially filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy this week, the company is warning the state of several possible layoffs.
🔒 Waukesha-based KDV Label names new president and CEO
Waukesha-based KDV Label announced this week the retirement of current president and chief executive officer Shane Vaughn.
🔒 Milwaukee-based EVEN Labs is shifting the power balance in the...
Through EVEN, a blockchain-based platform, artists can sell their music directly to fans before uploading it on traditional streaming platforms.
The Interview: Corey Jaskolski
A simple drawing of what a weather balloon might look like from above led to Delafield-based artificial intelligence startup Synthetaic being featured in The...
🔒 Jump Start: Returns on Demand wants to remove the stress...
Nearly $761 billion worth of merchandise is returned to online retailers annually, according to the National Retail Federation. Milwaukee-based startup Returns on Demand wants...
🔒 Klement’s Sausage closing Chase Avenue outlet store to provide space...
Klement’s Sausage Co. Inc. has announced it is permanently closing its outlet store at 2650 S. Chase Ave. in Milwaukee.
🔒 Former CEO of Klement’s, Glenroy to lead Ixonia-based Bryant Products
Tom Danneker, the former president and CEO of both Glenroy and Klement's Sausage, is now the CEO of Ixonia-based Bryant Products, Inc.
