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Behind the Startup: Technova’s Journey from Incubation to Flourishing Business
The power of Milwaukee’s startup ecosystem and community is alive and well, as evident by startups like Technova Industries – a startup that took root during the FOR-M Startup Incubator in the fall of 2023 and was awarded one of the $10,000 FOR-M grants. Technova...
Systems-Thinking Approach to AI Innovation
Brett Bodenburg stands at the intersection of technology and humanity, championing the belief that AI is a resource for us as humans to become better people. His passion for technology and AI sparked at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he studied industrial...
Milwaukee Ranks #2 for Young Professionals as AI Economy Takes Root
Two recent major studies are painting a compelling picture: Milwaukee is emerging as a standout destination for young professionals while simultaneously building the foundation for a thriving tech ecosystem. A recent study from ADP surveyed over five million U.S....
Fostering Connections and Empowering Communities Through Tech Experiences
Building community is an inherently human endeavor, one that thrives when people are placed at the center of innovation and connection. For Lena DeLaet, Director of Sales & Summerfest Tech for Milwaukee World Festival, technology and AI are not just tools but...
Joe Poeschl Named New Leader of MKE Tech Hub Coalition Following National Search
The MKE Tech Hub Coalition is proud to announce the appointment of Joe Poeschl as its new Executive Director, effective July 1. Poeschl, a longtime champion of Milwaukee’s innovation community, steps into the role after serving as the organization’s Director of...
MKE Tech Hub Coalition welcomes new Bronze Member nvisia
What’s the mission of your organization? At nvisia, we architect transformation. For over 30 years, we’ve helped our clients modernize, scale, and innovate by building the platforms, products, and experiences that power their business. Our mission is to deliver...
AI as a Force Multiplier: Chris Bontempo’s Vision for Marketing Innovation
With the significant role AI is playing in business transformation, now is a critical time to leverage its capabilities to bring organizations to new heights. For Chris Bontempo, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Johnson Controls, generative AI is more than just a...
Riding the Waves of AI Innovation: The Learning, Journey, and Opportunities
AI innovation comes in waves: algorithms, machine learning, AI agents, and so on. Brian Kohlmann often finds himself riding along those waves, putting himself at the forefront of innovation. As the Director of AI, Emerging Technology, and MarTech at Bader Rutter – a...
Building Milwaukee’s Tech Talent Pipeline: How the Skills to Build Grant Creates Career Pathways
The power of strategic workforce development partnerships is crystal clear in the journey of Beatrice Alvares, a University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee student. Through the Skills to Build grant program, a collaboration between MKE Tech Hub Coalition, Employ Milwaukee and...
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