Milwaukee Executive Roundtable Program:

Empower your small- to medium-sized business (SMB) leadership through peer connections

Join a community of forward-thinking executives from diverse backgrounds. Our roundtable program fosters collaboration, innovation and growth.

Your executive advantage

As a senior executive, you know the challenges of making high-stakes decisions in today’s dynamic business environment. The MMAC Executive Roundtable Program connects you with more than 400 fellow Milwaukee-area leaders who understand exactly what you’re facing.

  • Gain tailored business and leadership advice from a confidential group of peers

  • Hear insights into current business topics and trends

  • Curate your connections with industry experts, topical speakers and community leaders

Gain a trusted circle of peers

Imagine having a confidential board of advisors – successful executives from diverse industries sharing their experiences, challenging your thinking and helping you navigate your most pressing business issues. Our mix of for-profit and nonprofit executives create discussions that blend business acumen with community impact – helping you lead more effectively in today’s interconnected environment. That’s exactly what our Roundtable Program delivers.

Each carefully curated group brings together eight to 12 executives from non-competing businesses who meet monthly to:

  • Share proven strategies for sustainable growth and innovation

  • Tackle complex business challenges together

  • Exchange best practices on everything from talent retention to technology adoption

  • Build lasting relationships with fellow Milwaukee business leaders

Choose your path

We offer six different groups specific to your job function to fit your needs:

For top-level executives leading companies with five or more employees
Shape high-level strategy alongside visionary leaders who understand the complexities of ultimate responsibility.

For leaders with fewer than five employees
Navigate growth challenges and opportunities with fellow leaders who understand the unique demands of running lean organizations.

For C-suite leaders reporting directly to CEOs
Master enterprise-wide leadership challenges with peers who drive organizational transformation.

For senior financial officers leading organizational finance
Master the complexities of modern financial leadership through collective insights on funding growth, risk management and resource optimization.

For senior technology leaders directing IT strategy
Stay ahead of digital transformation by sharing cybersecurity, infrastructure and innovation strategies with fellow tech executives.

For senior sales leaders reporting directly to CEOs
Transform your sales strategy and leadership approach with insights from experienced sales leaders.

For entrepreneurs leading rapidly scaling businesses
Connect with fellow innovators reshaping their industries and building high-performance teams.

Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Outing

Connect with fellow business leaders at American Family Field’s premier space – the Northwestern Mutual Legends Club. This event pairs Milwaukee’s favorite summer tradition with meaningful networking in an upscale, relaxed setting.

Annual Executive Roundtable Golf Outing

The annual Executive Roundtable Golf Outing draws 120+ regional SMB executives for an afternoon of strategic relationship building and fun on the links.

SMB forums

Gain actionable insights and strategic perspective through MMAC’s curated events throughout the year, where Milwaukee’s emerging and established business leaders convene to explore critical market trends and growth opportunities.

Beyond the boardroom

Your Roundtable membership includes exclusive networking and business development opportunities.

Investment in

your success.

  • Roundtable participation is included for one person with your MMAC membership
  • One-time $250 enrollment fee
  • Additional roundtable participation: $250 annually per group

Join Milwaukee’s most influential SMB network

Take the first step toward transforming your leadership journey. Contact Chauntele Kreutz, Director of Roundtables, at 414.287.4146 or email (ckreutz@mmac.org) to learn more or begin your application.

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FAQs

  1. Each roundtable has specific eligibility requirements. Generally, you must be: 
  • A current MMAC member 
  • In a qualifying executive position (CEO, CFO, CIO, Senior Executive or Sales Management) 
  • From a company of appropriate size (5+ employees) 
  • Not in direct competition with current roundtable members
     

Learn More

Yes! Many companies have multiple executives participating in different roundtables. Additional roundtables beyond your first are $250 annually per group.

Roundtables meet monthly, typically over the breakfast or the lunch hour, at either a member’s business location, private club or restaurant.

Most meetings run approximately two hours, allowing sufficient time for in-depth discussion while respecting executives’ busy schedules.

Each meeting is unique and self-led by the group, but typically includes:

  • Updates from members on current business challenges and victories
  • Deep-dive discussions on a selected topic (e.g., talent retention, technology adoption, growth strategies)
  • Peer advice and solution-sharing
  • Occasional guest speakers or special presentations

While regular attendance is encouraged to build trust and relationships, we understand executives have demanding schedules. Most groups establish attendance expectations that balance commitment with flexibility.

Strict confidentiality is a cornerstone of our program. Our guidelines ensure that what’s discussed in the roundtable stays in the roundtable.

We carefully structure groups to avoid direct competitors. Members are placed in roundtables with executives from different industries or non-competing market segments.

Unlike traditional networking groups, our roundtables create a confidential environment for true peer problem solving. Each group is strategically curated to bring together executives at similar levels facing comparable challenges. Members can openly discuss sensitive issues, knowing they’re among peers who understand their unique pressures.

While members guide their own discussions, we provide a proven framework that ensures every session delivers actionable insights. Our structure maintains a focus on real solutions rather than sales opportunities or surface-level networking. The result? Meaningful connections and practical strategies you can implement immediately.

Members consistently report:

  • Fresh perspectives on business challenges
  • Tested solutions from peers who’ve faced similar situations
  • Valuable connections with other Milwaukee-area leaders
  • A confidential sounding board for sensitive issues
  • Access to collective wisdom on emerging trends and best practices

Enrollment is ongoing. Participants are placed throughout the year based on the composition of existing roundtables, the expectations of those seeking to join and the desire to sustain a noncompetitive environment. MMAC creates new roundtables based on the compatibility and interest of current and prospective members.

  1. Complete a brief application LINK: or contact our Roundtable team to express interest.
  2. A member of our Roundtable team will contact you to schedule an initial meeting before beginning the placement process.
  3. Meet with potential roundtable group.
  4. Upon mutual agreement, join your roundtable.

Typically 90 days, depending on current group availability and fit.

  • Roundtable participation is included for one member from your company with MMAC membership.
  • One-time $250 enrollment fee
  • Additional roundtables: $250 annually per group
  • Event registration fees for special activities

Learn more about what we offer specifically for small to medium-sized businesses

Chauntele Speckman

Director of Roundtables
​414/287-4146

Megan Anderson

Manager of Roundtables
​414/287-4147

Have questions?

Contact our Roundtable team today.