Purely Social @ The Sofie 2/4/2026 5:00 PM - 2/4/2026 8:30 PM

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 17:44:52 GMT

Purely Social @ The Sofie

Kick off the year with FUEL Milwaukee’s first Purely Social of the year at The Sofie, a contemporary cocktail lounge set inside a beautifully restored 1860s building in Downtown Milwaukee. Tucked beneath a stone arched porch, the space blends historic charm with a warm, modern vibe designed for easy conversation and relaxed mingling.

Owned by Sal and David Safina, whose family helped shape Milwaukee’s hospitality scene, The Sofie is named in honor of their late mother, Rosa, bringing legacy and heart into every detail. Whether you are reconnecting with familiar faces or meeting someone new, this is your invitation to unwind, socialize, and start the year strong with FUEL.

February 4th | 5:00–8:30 PM

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Corporate Risk Management Series: Managing IP Risk Through the Employment Lifecycle 2/4/2026 8:30 AM - 2/4/2026 9:30 AM

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 16:12:29 GMT

Intellectual property is often a company’s most valuable asset – and one of its most vulnerable. From onboarding to termination, employees play a critical role in either safeguarding or unintentionally compromising IP rights. Without the right agreements, policies, and processes in place, businesses can face significant legal and competitive risk.

In this Risk Management Series session, partners, Michael Bendel and Craig Kubiak will examine how employment practices intersect with intellectual property protection. The discussion will focus on common risk points tied to employee conduct, ownership misunderstandings, and process gaps, as well as practical strategies companies can implement to reduce exposure and protect key intangible assets.

Topics will include:

IP ownership basics and where businesses often get it wrong;
Common employee-driven IP risks (intentional and unintentional);
Structuring agreements and policies to reduce IP exposure; and
Best practices for IP protection during onboarding, employment, and exit

Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce Events Newswire

Purely Social @ The Sofie 2/4/2026 5:00 PM - 2/4/2026 8:30 PM

Corporate Risk Management Series: Managing IP Risk Through the Employment Lifecycle 2/4/2026 8:30 AM - 2/4/2026 9:30 AM