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Suzanne Kelley, President & CEO of the Waukesha County Business Alliance, spoke to Wendy Sowinski, Senior Vice President of Commercial Banking at Ixonia Bank, about the current state of Waukesha County’s business community. Additionally, Suzanne shared insights into what shaped her career to help prepare her to lead such a vital organization and play a…

Last week, The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) released its initial recommendations for Phase 1B vaccination, which included the definition of essential personnel who will be prioritized to access the vaccine. Many businesses were surprised to see that these recommendations defined “essential worker” in a much different way than we saw this spring during…

Do you know of a person or company who’s deserving of an award? We encourage you to check out all of the Alliance’s award opportunities. Nominations for the following awards are now open: Emerging Leaders of Waukesha County Waukesha County Business of the Year (Small, Medium & Large) Waukesha County Nonprofit of the Year (Small…

As the Wisconsin Senate and Assembly begin the 2021-22 legislative session this week, one issue of continued importance to the business community is COVID-19 liability protection for businesses, nonprofits, schools and others from frivolous lawsuits. For several months, the Alliance has joined with a coalition of other stakeholders asking the Wisconsin legislature and Governor Evers…

In collaboration with Waukesha County’s Stay Safe to Stay Open campaign, the Alliance continues to provide important updates regarding COVID-19 on behalf of the County, including the vaccine distribution rollout. If you have immediate questions regarding the information below, please contact Amanda Payne, Senior Vice President of Public Policy. The Alliance will continue to provide updates…

Governor Tony Evers has proclaimed September to be Chamber of Commerce month. Now more than ever, we believe that businesses need their chamber and that our organization needs you as a member. As the county-wide chamber of commerce for Waukesha County, we remain committed to making our region the best place to do business. Our…

Congratulations to Kent Lorenz on being named the 2020 Don Richards Leadership Award winner. Don Richards was publisher of The Milwaukee Business Journal and president of the Board of the Waukesha Area Chamber of Commerce (now the Alliance) in 1993. Don’s hands-on leadership, ethics and delight in achieving tangible results left a lasting impression on…

Describe your organization. What is your role?Cushman & Wakefield | Boerke creates Real Estate solutions for Businesses which enables them to recruit the best talent, service their customers better, and deliver their goods faster than their competition. I am the Principal and Co-Chair for the Industrial Services practice. What has been your organization’s biggest challenge?The unknown…

The Waukesha County Business Alliance has added six new members to its board of directors: Holly Hawkins, president – Wisconsin, Kelly Construction & Design; Todd Hoytink, executive vice president and chief financial officer, Husco International; Lori Lorenz, executive vice president & chief administrative officer, American Transmission Co; Victor Schultz, president and chief fiduciary officer, Prairie…

Congratulations to Metal-Era and Felss Rotaform! Metal Era was recognized for exceptional customer focus and satisfaction while Felss Rotaform was recognized for outstanding employee engagement and culture. The annual awards program, sponsored by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, honors companies that demonstrate a commitment to business excellence, support for their workforce and involvement in the community.…