Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce Events Newswire

Corporate Risk Management Series: Managing Economic Risk in Real Estate Deals: Preferred Returns & Operating Agreement Drafting 1/7/2026 8:30 AM - 1/7/2026 9:30 AM

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:43:49 GMT

Corporate Risk Management Series: Managing Economic Risk in Real Estate Deals: Preferred Returns & Operating Agreement Drafting

Preferred return and waterfall provisions are common in real estate and other investment structures and play a critical role in shaping financial expectations, governance, and dispute outcomes. When drafted poorly, these provisions can lead to misaligned incentives, tax exposure, and costly litigation.

Join Joe Tierney, partner of Amundsen Davis’s Real Estate, Zoning & Public Finance Service Group, for a practical session focused on identifying and mitigating economic risk through thoughtful operating agreement drafting. Joe will share real-world examples and best practices that apply broadly across corporate investment structures.

Topics will include:

Preferred returns and waterfall risk areas
Economic terms and governance exposure
IRR vs. equity multiple structures
Capital returns, sponsor catch-ups, and exits
Tax and compliance considerations

BizTimes Future 50 Awards 1/8/2026 11:00 AM - 1/8/2026 1:30 PM

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:51:12 GMT

Milwaukee’s Future 50 Program, established in 1988, recognizes fast growing privately-owned companies in southeastern Wisconsin that have been in business for at least three years and have shown significant revenue and employment growth. The companies are honored at the annual Future 50 Luncheon and are featured in BizTimes Milwaukee. The Future 50 winners will be recognized at an awards luncheon on September 19th at the Italian Community Center in Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward.

Apply today for your Future 50 Award!

To apply and for additional information, please visit Future 50 Awards

BizTimes Manufacturing Summit 1/8/2026 12:30 PM - 1/8/2026 6:30 PM

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:52:36 GMT

The annual Manufacturing Summit, presented by BizTimes Media, features an exciting interactive discussion with chief executive officers of southeastern Wisconsin companies. The CEOs will share their companies’ best operational strategies and discuss their solutions for competing in a global marketplace.

For speakers and additional information, please visit Manufacturing Summit

Navigating the Markets 2026 & Beyond 1/21/2026 11:30 AM - 1/21/2026 1:30 PM

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:30:58 GMT

What makes 2026 different – and what it means for your plan.

Mid-term elections. AI. A new Fed Chair. 2026 may have unique headwinds and milestones, but how much will your plan need to change to accommodate them? Annex Wealth Management’s Dave Spano and Brian Jacobsen will review key data points and adjustments you should consider when updating your financial plan.

Event Info: Annex Wealth Management

Breakfast Briefing Series: Reasonable Accommodations in the Workplace 1/21/2026 8:30 AM - 1/21/2026 9:30 AM

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:33:19 GMT

Today’s employers are seeing more frequent and more complex accommodation requests from employees. Understanding the legal obligations and best practices for evaluating requests and completing the accommodation process is critical, as missteps can put your company at unnecessary legal risk.

Join labor & employment attorneys Peter Hansen and Margaret Valenti for a practical Breakfast Briefing on reasonable accommodations in the workplace. This session will focus on evaluating accommodation requests, managing the interactive process, and addressing employee and supervisor questions and concerns.

Topics will include:

What qualifies as a reasonable accommodation;
The interactive process;
Common accommodation requests;
Evaluating undue hardship; and
Best practices for employers and supervisors.

BizTimes Media 2026 Economic Trends 1/22/2026 7:00 AM - 1/22/2026 10:30 AM

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 18:24:11 GMT

Where is the economy headed in 2026?

Make plans to attend the 25th annual Economic Trends on January 22, 2026 to learn how your business may be impacted by the issues and trends
shaping the economy in 2026. Economist Michael Knetter and leading industry experts will provide their perspectives and predictions for the year ahead.

Agenda:
7:00AM - Registration, Breakfast & Networking
7:30-10:30AM - Program & Breakout Sessions

More Information Found Here:
Summary - 2026 Economic Trends Conference

Construction Insights Series — What You Need to Know for 2026 1/27/2026 12:00 Noon - 1/27/2026 1:00 PM

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:50:59 GMT

Join Amundsen Davis attorneys for the Construction Insights Series, a multi-session program highlighting key issues and emerging trends affecting the construction industry. Sessions will take place every Tuesday from January 27 through March 3 and will focus on risk management and compliance, with an outlook toward 2026 and beyond.

2026 OSHA Updates Impacting Construction

Tuesday, January 27 @ 12:00 PM CT

Matthew Horn, partner and co-chair of the Construction Service Group and chair of the OSHA Service Group, will provide an update on recent OSHA developments impacting the construction industry. The session will cover key regulatory updates, enforcement trends, and practical considerations for minimizing OSHA exposure and managing compliance risk on construction projects.

Labor & Compliance Updates Impacting Construction

Tuesday, February 3 @ 12:00 PM CT

Beverly Alfon, and Michael Hughes, partners in the Labor & Employment Service Group, will provide an update on recent labor activity affecting the construction industry, including regulatory developments, enforcement trends, and key compliance considerations. The session will focus on practical guidance for managing labor-related risk and maintaining compliance in an evolving regulatory environment.

Immigration Updates & Compliance Considerations

Tuesday, February 10 @ 12:00 PM CT

Sara Zorich, partner in the Labor & Employment Service Group, will provide an update on recent immigration developments and compliance considerations affecting employers. The session will cover key regulatory updates, enforcement trends, and practical guidance for managing immigration-related risk.

Inflation Reduction Act: What Contractors Need to Know

Tuesday, February 17 @ 12:00 PM CT

Jeff Risch, partner and co-chair of the Labor & Employment Service Group, and Rebecca Bush, partner in the Labor & Employment Service Group, will discuss key provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act and what they mean for contractors. The session will focus on compliance considerations, incentives, and practical implications that may impact projects, planning, and risk management.

Government Contracting, Anti-DEI Implications & Pending Tariff Developments

Tuesday, February 24 @ 1:00 PM CT

Jack Sanker, partner in the Construction Service Group, and Heather Bailey, partner and co-chair of the Labor & Employment Service Group, will examine recent developments affecting government contracting, including emerging anti-DEI considerations and a pending tariff case. The session will highlight compliance considerations, regulatory risk, and practical implications for businesses navigating an evolving federal landscape.

Intellectual Property Considerations for Construction Companies

Tuesday, March 3 @ 12:00 PM CT

Tom Pienkos and Laura Grebe, partners in the Intellectual Property Service Group, will discuss how construction companies can use intellectual property strategies to protect processes, designs, branding, and other competitive assets that are often exposed through normal operations. The session will provide practical guidance on identifying and safeguarding IP within a risk-focused framework.

Milwaukee Business Journal Power Breakfast with Timothy Gerend 1/29/2026 7:30 AM - 1/29/2026 9:00 AM

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:49:38 GMT

The premier business information and networking series in Southeast Wisconsin. It presents CEOs and other top business headline makers in an exclusive Q&A with Milwaukee Business Journal Editor-in-Chief Timothy Gibbons.

Get tickets here

Brews and Branding: A Manufacturing Roundtable Featuring Chris Luecke 1/29/2026 1:00 PM - 1/29/2026 4:00 PM

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:14:09 GMT

Manufacturing is evolving, and so are the ways we tell our stories. Join us for an afternoon of conversation and connection at The Manufacturing Roundtable featuring Chris Luecke, host of the Manufacturing Happy Hour podcast.

Our first roundtable of the year brings together business leaders from across Wisconsin’s manufacturing industry to discuss an often-overlooked growth driver in our space: brand.

We’ll kick things off with actionable insights from the Top Floor team on how to evaluate your brand’s performance. Then, we’ll sit down for a casual conversation with Chris, who will share his perspective on building your personal brand, why authenticity matters more than polish, and how to turn your team into motivated ambassadors.

It wouldn’t be complete without a happy hour to wrap up the afternoon, where you can keep the conversation going over a cold brew!

Why Attend:

Learn how to assess your brand’s effectiveness and benchmark against industry players.
Understand the power of personal branding.
Gain fresh ideas on how to activate your team as thought leaders.
Network with peers who are redefining manufacturing marketing.
Enjoy a laid-back, collaborative environment designed to spark real connection.

Agenda:

1:00 – 1:30 – Arrival & Networking

1:30 – 1:35 – Welcome

1:35 – 2:05 – Evaluating Your Brand Strength and Story with Anne Cotter

2:05 – 2:15 – Break

2:15 – 3:00 – The Power of Personal Branding (Q&A with Chris Luecke)

3:00 – 4:00 – Happy Hour

Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce Events Newswire

Corporate Risk Management Series: Managing Economic Risk in Real Estate Deals: Preferred Returns & Operating Agreement Drafting 1/7/2026 8:30 AM - 1/7/2026 9:30 AM

Corporate Risk Management Series: Managing Economic Risk in Real Estate Deals: Preferred Returns & Operating Agreement Drafting

Topics will include:

BizTimes Future 50 Awards 1/8/2026 11:00 AM - 1/8/2026 1:30 PM

Apply today for your Future 50 Award!

BizTimes Manufacturing Summit 1/8/2026 12:30 PM - 1/8/2026 6:30 PM

Navigating the Markets 2026 & Beyond 1/21/2026 11:30 AM - 1/21/2026 1:30 PM

Breakfast Briefing Series: Reasonable Accommodations in the Workplace 1/21/2026 8:30 AM - 1/21/2026 9:30 AM

Topics will include:

BizTimes Media 2026 Economic Trends 1/22/2026 7:00 AM - 1/22/2026 10:30 AM

Where is the economy headed in 2026?

Make plans to attend the 25th annual Economic Trends on January 22, 2026 to learn how your business may be impacted by the issues and trends shaping the economy in 2026. Economist Michael Knetter and leading industry experts will provide their perspectives and predictions for the year ahead.

Construction Insights Series — What You Need to Know for 2026 1/27/2026 12:00 Noon - 1/27/2026 1:00 PM

2026 OSHA Updates Impacting Construction

Labor & Compliance Updates Impacting Construction

Immigration Updates & Compliance Considerations

Inflation Reduction Act: What Contractors Need to Know

Government Contracting, Anti-DEI Implications & Pending Tariff Developments

Intellectual Property Considerations for Construction Companies

Milwaukee Business Journal Power Breakfast with Timothy Gerend 1/29/2026 7:30 AM - 1/29/2026 9:00 AM

The premier business information and networking series in Southeast Wisconsin. It presents CEOs and other top business headline makers in an exclusive Q&A with Milwaukee Business Journal Editor-in-Chief Timothy Gibbons.

Brews and Branding: A Manufacturing Roundtable Featuring Chris Luecke 1/29/2026 1:00 PM - 1/29/2026 4:00 PM

Why Attend:

Agenda:

Make plans to attend the 25th annual Economic Trends on January 22, 2026 to learn how your business may be impacted by the issues and trends
shaping the economy in 2026. Economist Michael Knetter and leading industry experts will provide their perspectives and predictions for the year ahead.