Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce Events Newswire

Corporate Risk Management Series: Immigration Compliance in a Changing Landscape: Risks, Requirements & Employer Considerations 7/1/2026 8:30 AM - 7/1/2026 9:30 AM

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:23:33 GMT

Immigration policies and enforcement priorities continue to evolve, creating new challenges and compliance obligations for employers navigating today's workforce landscape. Recent developments related to Form I-9 compliance, E-Verify requirements, and ICE enforcement have increased the risks associated with even minor errors, making proactive compliance more important than ever.

Join labor & employment partner Sara Zorich for a Corporate Risk Management Series session focused on the immigration compliance issues impacting employers. This session will provide practical guidance on recent regulatory developments, enforcement trends, and best practices for managing immigration-related workforce risks while maintaining compliance.

Topics will include:

Recent immigration developments affecting employers;
Form I-9 compliance and verification requirements;
E-Verify obligations and best practices;
ICE enforcement activity and audit preparedness; and
Managing immigration-related workforce risks.

Breakfast Briefing Series: Pay Transparency 2.0: Navigating Pay Equity, AI Disclosure & the Next Wave of Compliance 7/15/2026 8:30 AM - 7/15/2026 9:30 AM

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:23:35 GMT

Pay transparency requirements have evolved far beyond salary range disclosures in job postings. As lawmakers and regulators continue to expand transparency obligations, employers are facing increased scrutiny over compensation practices, pay equity, and even the role artificial intelligence plays in hiring and compensation decisions.

Join Labor & Employment Senior Counsel Milt Castro for a practical discussion on the next phase of pay transparency compliance. This session will examine how emerging laws are reshaping employer obligations, the growing focus on algorithmic bias and AI disclosure requirements, and the steps organizations can take to evaluate compensation practices and reduce legal risk.

Topics will include:

Emerging pay transparency requirements;
Pay equity and compensation practices;
AI disclosure and algorithmic bias risks; and
Compliance audits and risk mitigation.

FUEL Milwaukee Leadership Luncheon with Dr. Victor Amaya 7/15/2026 12:00 Noon - 7/15/2026 1:00 PM

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:19:40 GMT

Leadership Luncheon W/

Dr. Victor Amaya
President and Executive Director, Data You Can Use

When the City of Milwaukee proposed cutting its down-payment assistance budget by 90%, Data You Can Use helped turn neighborhood-level information into action. The organization prepared district-level data showing who was being served, where homeownership support was needed, and what the proposed cuts would mean for Milwaukee families. Residents and housing advocates used that information to make their case, and the city restored $1M to the program. That is data doing what it is supposed to do: helping people see clearly, organize effectively, and push for change.

Victor at the Helm
At the helm of that work is Dr. Victor Amaya, President and Executive Director of Data You Can Use. Since taking the lead in 2021, Victor has helped grow the organization, increase revenue by 140%, and drive a 400% increase in event participation. Under his leadership, Data You Can Use has expanded the reach of tools like Neighborhood Portraits, which provides detailed reports on 27 Milwaukee neighborhoods, and MKE Indicators, which tracks citywide data across housing, health, population, equity and access, and market value.

A Record of Impact
Victor’s career shows a clear record of impact across Milwaukee’s civic and community landscape, including leadership roles with Milwaukee Public Schools and City Year Milwaukee. His work has also been recognized by the Greater Milwaukee Foundation with the Doug Jansson Leadership Award and by United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County as one of its Philanthropic 5. He also serves in volunteer leadership with the National Neighborhood Indicators Partnership, Southside Organizing Center, Your Move MKE, and Techqueria Milwaukee.

Hear His Story
Join us for a Leadership Luncheon with one of Milwaukee’s most impactful civic data leaders. Victor will share how better data can strengthen organizations, guide smarter investment, and help people take action in their communities.

About the Leadership Luncheon Series

The Leadership Luncheon Series connects early- to mid-career professionals with the influential leaders shaping Milwaukee’s future. These fast-moving, 60-minute conversations are designed to deliver practical leadership lessons, local insight, and meaningful connection before sending you back into your workday energized and ready to lead.

The BAH (Business After Hours) Hop 7/16/2026 4:30 PM - 7/16/2026 7:30 PM

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:06:22 GMT

You're Invited: The BAH Hop

Mix up your usual networking routine and join us for a Business After Hours that's anything but stationary. For this special edition, we're taking networking on the move - hopping between some of downtown Milwaukee's great spots using The Hop streetcar (which is always FREE to ride)!

We'll kick things off at Explorium - Third Ward where you can reconnect with familiar faces and ease into the evening. From there, we'll hop aboard Milwaukee's streetcar and travel together to our next destination near Cathedral Square - Your Office.

Tentative Itinerary: *Please note the earlier start time and later ending*
4:30-5:45pm | Meet at Explorium - Third Ward (light snacks and specially priced Barrel-Aged Old Fashioneds and Manhattans available)
5:45-6:00pm | Travel to our 2nd destination - Your Office
6:00-7:15pm | Your Office (light snacks and cash bar available)
7:15-7:30pm | Travel back to Explorium - Third Ward

Keep the conversations flowing as we move from stop to stop.
The Hop runs frequently so no stress if you miss a ride. Just catch the next one and rejoin the group.

Think of it as part networking event, part bar hop, and a whole Milwaukee experience.

Bernie's Book Bank Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 7/22/2026 9:00 AM - 7/22/2026 11:00 AM

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:45:07 GMT

BizTimes Non-Profit Excellence Awards 7/23/2026 2:30 PM - 7/23/2026 6:00 PM

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:47:26 GMT

Celebrating the Region’s Top Corporate Citizens and Nonprofits

BizTimes Media presents the 13th annual awards program to salute southeastern Wisconsin’s best corporate citizens and most effective nonprofit organizations on July 23, 2026. The awards shine a light on excellence in philanthropy and nonprofit leadership.

Nomination Deadline: April 3, 2026

Visit Nonprofit Excellence Awards for more information and to nominate!

The Reality Gap: Assessing Your 2026 Strategy at the Halfway Mark 7/23/2026 1:00 PM - 7/23/2026 4:00 PM

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:40:26 GMT

In manufacturing and distribution, the distance between the day-to-day operations and the boardroom is measured in more than just steps – it’s measured in data silos, missed insights, and the friction between “how we’ve always done it” and “how we do it now.”

At the start of 2026, the industry was flooded with predictions about smart factories and generative AI. Six months in, it’s time for a reality check. What is actually driving ROI, and what was just hype?

Join Top Floor and Chortek on Thursday, July 23rd, for a candid mid-year roundtable. We are pulling back the curtain on the integrated factory to discuss the practical reality of running a high-performing operation. We’re moving beyond the buzzwords to focus on Operational Transparency: digging into what’s working on the front lines and how that translates into a winning strategy for the front office.

What We’ll Explore

Hype vs. Reality: Evaluate which 2026 tech trends are delivering actual ROI and where you should reallocate your Q3/4 budget.
Data Visibility: Discuss how to break down silos and turn operational metrics into actionable strategy.
Data-Driven Demand: Move past guesswork to align mid-year marketing and sales strategies with real-time operational data and market demand.
Tradition vs. Innovation: Master the balance between time-tested legacy processes and modern tech pivots.

Seat At The Table Gala 7/25/2026 6:00 PM - 7/25/2026 10:00 PM

Wed, 13 May 2026 22:56:38 GMT

Seat at the Table 2026 Gala

Step into the world of Dandyism, an exclusive evening where personal style meets revolutionary intent. Join us as we unite rising talent and established leaders for a night of inspiration and elegance. Focused on Service, Action, Talent, and Transparency (SATT)

About the event

Join us for the 2026 Seat at the Table (SATT) Gala, a curated dinner and formal experience that celebrates the culture and achievement of young rising talent within, with roots and proximity to Southeastern WI. Our goal is to unite, honor and engage young promising leaders in attendance with elegance and inspiration in addition to amplifying the city and what it has to offer focusing on talent retention and growth.

What to expect:

Welcome reception/cocktail hour
Live artist and musical guests
Three course plated dinner
Distinguished Recognition
Dynamic leaders and fireside chats
An expanded network
Year long access to quarterly programming

What should I wear?

Theme: Dandyism - Gala Look Book & Style Guide

This year’s theme, Dandyism, is a celebration of personal style and the belief that how we present ourselves to the world truly matters. It is an invitation to use fashion as a tool for storytelling whether its cultural clothing, colors you feel most vibrant in and what defines your Dandy.

Note: If you and/or your organization is interested in activation opportunities for this year's gala, contact mbracedcu@gmail.com

Purely Social @ The Pilot Project 7/29/2026 5:00 PM - 7/29/2026 8:30 PM

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:01:55 GMT

Purely Social @ Pilot Project Brewing (Rooftop)

Wednesday, July 29 | 5:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Join FUEL Milwaukee on the rooftop for our next Purely Social at Pilot Project Brewing, where Milwaukee's rich brewing tradition meets innovation and entrepreneurship.

Housed in the historic former Pabst Pilot House, Pilot Project Brewing has reimagined this iconic space into a collaborative brewery that supports emerging brewers and fresh ideas.

Come experience:

Drinks - Craft beers, cocktails, and refreshing summer drinks
Food - Delicious food and shareable bites
Scenery - Rooftop networking with beautiful Milwaukee views

Featured Nonprofit Spotlight : Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity x Habitat Young Professionals

Milwaukee is in the midst of an affordable housing crisis, with one in three renters are spending half or more of their income on housing. Together, we build homeownership by helping families become first-time homebuyers and making critical home repairs affordable for existing homeowners. Since our founding in 1984, Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity has helped more than 1,500 local families invest in the stability and equity of homeownership.

Milwaukee Habitat Young Professionals (HYP) seeks to engage socially conscious young professionals in greater Milwaukee to support Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity’s mission: to break down the barriers to affordable homeownership for local families.

Bring a colleague, invite a friend, and join us for an evening of networking, conversation, and community.

Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce Events Newswire

Corporate Risk Management Series: Immigration Compliance in a Changing Landscape: Risks, Requirements & Employer Considerations 7/1/2026 8:30 AM - 7/1/2026 9:30 AM

Topics will include:

Breakfast Briefing Series: Pay Transparency 2.0: Navigating Pay Equity, AI Disclosure & the Next Wave of Compliance 7/15/2026 8:30 AM - 7/15/2026 9:30 AM

Topics will include:

FUEL Milwaukee Leadership Luncheon with Dr. Victor Amaya 7/15/2026 12:00 Noon - 7/15/2026 1:00 PM

Leadership Luncheon W/

Dr. Victor Amaya President and Executive Director, Data You Can Use

The BAH (Business After Hours) Hop 7/16/2026 4:30 PM - 7/16/2026 7:30 PM

Bernie's Book Bank Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 7/22/2026 9:00 AM - 7/22/2026 11:00 AM

BizTimes Non-Profit Excellence Awards 7/23/2026 2:30 PM - 7/23/2026 6:00 PM

The Reality Gap: Assessing Your 2026 Strategy at the Halfway Mark 7/23/2026 1:00 PM - 7/23/2026 4:00 PM

What We’ll Explore

Seat At The Table Gala 7/25/2026 6:00 PM - 7/25/2026 10:00 PM

Seat at the Table 2026 Gala

About the event

What to expect:

What should I wear?

Purely Social @ The Pilot Project 7/29/2026 5:00 PM - 7/29/2026 8:30 PM

Purely Social @ Pilot Project Brewing (Rooftop)

Dr. Victor Amaya
President and Executive Director, Data You Can Use