Turning passion into business
“Mom, you know a little about business, right?” A single question has set a mother on a mission to help bring her teenage son’s business idea to life. Jen [...]
Reflecting on a legacy, safeguarding the future: Sentry Equipment celebrates a century of business
Southeastern Wisconsin has a robust manufacturing industry, one recognized and relied on by companies around the globe. But we know this credibility wasn’t achieved overnight. It took the hard work [...]
A focus on care and community: St. Catherine Commons celebrates 20 years
Kenosha-based St. Catherine Commons opened its independent living community to residents in January 2005. No one could have predicted that by August 2006, residents would face a yearlong displacement due [...]
The Advocate: Q3 MMAC Governmental Affairs update
Dear Readers, Recent months have been marked by meaningful progress and high activity for MMAC’s governmental affairs team! From advocating for an amendment to the Clean Air Act to important [...]
Spotlighting vegan options: Enjoy 2025 Milwaukee Vegan Restaurant Week
November marks World Vegan Month, a time to celebrate the philosophy of veganism and raise awareness about what it means to live a vegan-centric lifestyle. Twenty-nine Milwaukee restaurants are teaming [...]
Changing the narrative: Bernie’s Book Bank to open Milwaukee processing center
Did you hear the exciting news? Last month, MMAC member Bernie’s Book Bank officially announced its plans to open a processing center in the Greater Milwaukee area! Founded in 2009, [...]
Ignite the Spark: MMAC program illuminates the path to education
A student’s ability to develop into a leader in the workplace and community is largely shaped by the educators who foster supportive, engaging and inclusive learning environments that prepare students [...]
Shaping the next generation, one Girl Scout at a time: Q&A with GSWISE CEO Ana Simpson
If you ask around at your organization, you will likely find individuals with one particular thing in common: their ties to Girl Scouts. Since 1912, Girl Scouts has followed its [...]
Q&A with Emilio Tenuta: A preview of The Water Council’s upcoming summit
The second annual Nexus Sustainability Leaders Summit, a collaboration between the Water Council and the Marquette University College of Business Sustainability Lab, will take place Oct. 14 and 15 at [...]
Standing on shoulders, rising higher: AALAM builds on its strong foundation of leadership development
Milwaukee’s future thrives where intention connects to the alliance. The African American Leadership Alliance - Milwaukee (AALAM) remains a beacon of exemplary leadership. The Milwaukee nonprofit is backed by a [...]
