Published April 13, 2013
Every day of Young Professional Week features a different theme, as well as an event in the morning, lunchtime and evening where "YP's" can enjoy networking opportunities and expand their horizons with discussions and lectures having to do with the day's theme. All events are held at different venues across the city.
Published Feb. 11, 2013
I got an email from LinkedIn this morning congratulating me for being among the top five percent most-viewed LinkedIn profiles for 2012. Considering that I barely understand the purpose of LinkedIn, I find this hard to believe. On the other hand, since I barely understand LinkedIn, it just might be true.
Published Dec. 18, 2012
The Milwaukee branch of the NAACP's Young Adult Committee will host its second ONE MKE Summit Saturday, Jan. 5, 2013.
Published Oct. 2, 2012
Educational leaders and enlightened business executives will share practical solutions for employers to bridge Wisconsin's skills gap at the fourth annual BizTimes Get Smarter Conference.
Published Sept. 5, 2012
Conference promoters talk to OMC about "new adventure" for the second year of the conference - international flair and free music.
Published Aug. 23, 2012
A smarter Milwaukee is a better Milwaukee. And a better Milwaukee is better positioned to grow in a global economy. That is the premise behind the fourth annual BizTimes Get Smarter Conference.
Published March 22, 2012
Hats off to Newaukee for coordinating Young Professionals Week. It runs April 16-21 and is a week-long event "dedicated to showcasing and celebrating Milwaukee's Young Professional organizations."
Published Dec. 27, 2011
Local women's business organization and network FemCity Milwaukee will hold its launch event Jan. 18, 2012 at Indulge Wine Room, 708 N. Milwaukee St.
Published Oct. 8, 2010
Enter Spreenkler: Milwaukee's antithesis to standard networking scenes. The group describes itself as a community of thinkers making strides to transform Milwaukee into an epicenter for creativity and alleviate the current brain drain that plagues our fair city.
Published Aug. 10, 2010
In his upcoming book, "Networking is a Contact Sport," Milwaukee businessman Joe Sweeney lays out a plan for people to stay connected with others in order to help improve their professional and personal lives. The key, says Sweeney, a former marketing agent for Brett Favre, is to approach the process with the idea of giving rather than receiving.
Published April 28, 2009
If you recently lost your job, be assured that you most certainly aren't alone. The State Department of Workforce Development released preliminary results yesterday showing a 9 percent unadjusted unemployment rate by Wisconsin Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) for Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis.
Published Aug. 3, 2005
When it's time for the ever-important business lunch, do you have what it takes to walk away a success? The Bartolotta Restaurant Group has launched a new series called the Etiquette Sessions, which provides tips and skills for businesspeople hungry for more than just food.
Published Oct. 14, 2002
At first, Brandon David's friends laughed at his idea to start a drinking club. But Brandon's idea was more than that: He wanted to start a social club to unite young professionals and contribute to charitable causes. Plus, Atlanta and San Francisco have such clubs, why shouldn't Milwaukee?
Published Sept. 20, 2002
They get together every Friday, but don't call it a club. You'll probably meet people who can further your career, but don't call it a networking group. You might even find romance, but don't call it a singles party. Don't call it anything. Just follow their simple slogan, attached at the end of every e-mail invitation: "Giddy Up. Pass it on. See you there."
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