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.
Dohmen Company Foundation names new chief financial, investment officer
The Dohmen Company Foundation has appointed Michael Italiano to the role of chief financial and chief investment officer.
🔒 Wangard Partners seeking approval for new building in Franklin’s business...
Wangard Partners is seeking approval from the city of Franklin to construct a new industrial building at 3617 W. Oakwood Road.
Report: Milwaukee County Transit System could face $26 million deficit by...
A combination of declining ridership, loss of federal pandemic aid and other fiscal restraints has led to a dire situation for Milwaukee County Transit Services.
MSOE names endowed chair in artificial intelligence thanks to $2.5 million...
Milwaukee School of Engineering has created a new artificial intelligence-focused role within the university following a $2.5 million gift.
Alverno College’s interim president leaving to lead Benedictine University
Joseph Foy, Alverno College’s interim president and vice president of academic affairs, has been named the new president of Benedictine University.
🔒 Sheboygan plant closing eliminates 162 jobs
Zeeland, Michigan-based MillerKnoll, Inc. is planning to close its Sheboygan facility, according to a WARN notice filed with the state.
Mequon man who owned local pharmacies sentenced after paying health care...
A Mequon man who owned four Milwaukee-area pharmacies has been sentenced following his participation in a health care kickback scheme.
Raising Cane’s planning location in Greendale
Chicken fingers chain Raising Cane’s is planning to expand into both Brookfield and Greendale with two new restaurants.
Milwaukee’s Chase Tower getting millions of dollars in upgrades Â
An affiliate of New York-based investor Group RMC is planning a multi-million-dollar renovation of the Chase Tower office building.
🔒 Made in Milwaukee: Lumpia City is Milwaukee’s gateway to Filipino...
Milwaukee-based Lumpia City started out as a humble pop-up stand pulled from a garage. Over the past seven years, the company has grown to...
🔒 Jump Start: Plymouth startup AntiMussel tackles Lake Michigan’s zebra mussel...
Wisconsinites who enjoy spending their time on Lake Michigan are no stranger to zebra mussels – an invasive creature that has not only made...
Madison startup Type One Energy raises $29 million
Madison-based deep tech startup Type One Energy has closed a $29 million seed funding round and appointed a new chief executive.
