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.
Charter Manufacturing names new president and COO
Mequon-based Charter Manufacturing announced Wednesday the appointment of Tom Marry, president of Charter Steel, to the role of president and chief operating officer of Charter Manufacturing.
🔒 Hubbell Gas Utility Solutions to close its New Berlin facility
Tulsa, Oklahoma-based Hubbell Gas Utility Solutions will permanently close its New Berlin facility located at 16875 W. Ryerson Road, according to a Jan. 4 WARN notice. The closure will affect 106 employees.
Plymouth startup AntiMussel is tackling Lake Michigan’s zebra mussel problem
Wisconsinites who enjoy spending their time on Lake Michigan are no stranger to zebra mussels – an invasive creature that’s not only made its home within the vast body of water, but often congregates on boats and other surfaces.
🔒 Texas-based roofing and construction company seeking franchisees to expand into...
Fort Worth, Texas-based Storm Guard, a roofing and construction company, is looking to expand into the Milwaukee market.
Leinenkugel’s American Family Field brewpub will give company another outlet for...
Earlier this month, Chippewa Falls-based Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company unveiled plans to open a combined brewery, bar and restaurant space at American Family Field...
The Blind Horse Winery releases wine with Bored Ape NFT labels
Kohler-based The Blind Horse Winery announced this week a first-of-its-kind wine release in partnership with cryptocurrency company VaporFi. The Blind Horse Winery’s 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, released this week, features a NFT label from The Bored Ape Yacht Club.
🔒 Sheboygan County launches new seed accelerator program
The Sheboygan County Economic Development Corp. (SCEDC) this week unveiled a new seed accelerator program in partnership with Lakeland University and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp.
🔒 Husco resumes supplying Canadian manufacturer that sued the company
After Canadian manufacturer Stackpole International filed a lawsuit against Husco International late last week, alleging a contract dispute had led Stackpole to temporarily shut down production at one of its facilities, Husco has agreed to resume supplying the business.
TDS Telecom will build all-fiber internet network in West Bend
In its latest expansion move, Madison-based TDS Telecommunications LLC announced this week the company will build an all-fiber network in West Bend. The construction of the all-fiber network is being funded via a private investment from TDS. Construction is expected to begin early next year.
Black Husky brings back beer brewed using Milwaukee’s Christmas tree
Milwaukee-based Black Husky Brewing describes its “Sproose” beer as an aggressive IPA. The beer, which officially made its return this month, is brewed using boughs from the city of Milwaukee’s Christmas tree.
🔒 Milwaukee among group of Midwestern cities considering worker incentive programs
As worker incentive programs gain traction in the Midwest, Milwaukee leaders are among a spate of local-level officials considering introducing similar strategies to get a leg up on attracting talent.
🔒 Who the Wisconsin 275 say they’d love to have dinner...
BizTimes Media asked the inaugural Wisconsin 275 members which two business leaders they’d be most interested in having dinner with and why.
