Top Milwaukee Business Opportunities This Week

Why AI Could Outperform You at Networking

Will AI replace professional networkers? The answer may surprise you.

During a recent virtual networking session on Zoom, three unexpected “attendees” appeared in my waiting room:

• Otter Notetaker

• Bob’s Notetaking Service

• AI Meeting Assistant

Yes… at a networking event!

Nice to meet you, Otter, Bob, and AI Meeting Assistant.

How can I help you today?

I guess networking isn’t just for humans anymore …

CAREERS
💼 Milwaukee at Work

Workplace Highlights in Greater Milwaukee

The Greater Milwaukee job market remains steady, with total non-farm employment holding around 865,000 as of the latest data. Year-over-year growth has been modest, led by strong gains in construction, healthcare, and professional services. Leisure and hospitality also saw notable increases, while retail showed a slight decline. Overall, the region continues to move through a stable but slower phase of job growth.

🔥 Top Job Postings

• Sales Representative, FInal Control at Novaspect
   💵 $85K - $115K/yr | 📍 Milwaukee, WI (Apply)

• Business Development Manager-Wireless at CCI Systems
   💵 $110K - $120K/yr | 📍 Milwaukee, WI (Apply)

• Enterprise Sales Exec - Wisconsin Territory; Logos at Verkada
  💵 $50K - $120K/yr | 📍 Milwaukee, WI (Apply)

👀 Top Job Seekers

• Brian Engel, Director
  👉 Open to new opportunities |📍 Milwaukee, Wisconsin (Profile)

• Santo D'Amato, Executive Chef
  👉 Open to new opportunities |📍Milwaukee, Wisconsin (Profile)

• Dave Kendrick, Manufacturing Engineer
  👉 Engineer seeking new opportunities |📍Milwaukee, Wisconsin (Profile)

• Architectural & Engineering Service at Park Office and Shop (Link)

• Milwaukee County needs Portable Restrooms Milwaukee County (Link)

• Entertainment Booking Services for Milwaukee a la Carte (Link)

• The Milwaukee Pension Board is seeking proposals for services from qualified investment consultants to perform investment consulting services (Link)

• The City of Milwaukee acting through the Board of Trustees, Milwaukee Public Library (Board) is seeking proposals from qualified providers for the design and construction management of a new branch library (Link)

• Milwaukee Public Library Fundraising Feasibility Assessment (Link)

• Milwaukee Public Schools receives $23M from federal government to prep students for collegey (More)

• Wisconsin electric vehicle charging stations; $14M in grants secured (More)

• Ribbon-cutting for a $1.4 M playfield & pedestrian mall (More)

• Two large developments in downtown Milwaukee have been halted; the city dropped developer Neutral from one $700 M+ project and is looking for a new partner. (More)

• With the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (“FoodShare” in Wisconsin) benefits facing a pause, the city and partners launched a food drive and support-campaign. (More)

What are the most effective ways to uncover high-quality business leads in Milwaukee?

1. Leverage Milwaukee’s Industry Clusters – Focus on the city’s strongest sectors—manufacturing, food & beverage, water technology, healthcare, and financial services—by attending industry events, joining local associations, and targeting companies within these established ecosystems.

2. Tap Into Local Business Networks – Engage with chambers, neighborhood business improvement districts, startup hubs, and coworking communities. Milwaukee’s business scene is relationship-driven, so in-person networking often yields warmer, more reliable leads.

3. Use Hyper-Local Prospecting Tools – Filter prospects by Milwaukee ZIP codes, industrial parks, or commercial corridors using tools like business databases or local listings. Targeting geographically specific businesses helps identify companies actively growing or hiring.

4. Monitor Local Economic Activity – Keep an eye on business expansions, new commercial developments, and companies receiving grants or incentives. These organizations are typically in growth mode and more open to new vendors and partnerships.

🤝 11/25 PWoW Monthly Networking Event | 4th Tuesday | 6-8pm (Register)
🤝 11/29 BossUp How to Secure HER bag 4HER Business MastHERclass MKE
(Register)
🤝 12/04 Business Before Hours (Register)
🤝 12/05 Machine Gun Kelly & Julia Wolf (Register)
🤝 12/06 Virtual Fashion Networking Event (Register)
🤝 12/09 Milwaukee Business Networking Event (Register)
🤝 12/11 C-Suite Stars (Register)
🤝 12/11 Professional Women Of WI (PWoW) | 2nd Thurs | Networking | New Berlin Ale House (Register)
🤝 12/16 PMP Certification Program In-Person Training In Milwaukee, WI (Register)

🤝= In Person, 💻 = Virtual