Networking with IB and The Downtowners
On Thursday, April 7, In Business co-hosted an event with The Downtowners at The Brink Lounge for an evening of networking, fellowship, and fun.
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Redeveloping former Verona elementary school site
In a public-private partnership with the city of Verona, local real estate developers The Alexander Company and Steve Brown Apartments have commenced construction at the former Sugar Creek Elementary School site on Verona Avenue to create a new community hub and destination.
Habitat celebrates double home dedication
After working side by side building their homes with Habitat for Humanity volunteers over the past year, close family friends Fateh & Besma and Ali & Gamra now live across the street from each other.
International Festival 2022
More than 31 countries were represented with 30-plus artists and 15 craft/arts and food vendors.
40 Under 40 Reception
Hundreds of guests celebrated the achievements of the 2022 40 Under 40 class at a networking reception on March 9 at the Madison Club.
Icons in Business: Brenda DeVita, American Players Theatre
At the first Icons in Business presentation of 2022, Brenda DeVita, artistic director for American Players Theatre shared insight into how she continues to advance APT’s mission of bringing the classics to a varied audience and much more.
Celebrating the Execs of the Year
IB honored some of Madison’s brightest professionals during the ninth annual Executive of the Year awards Jan. 18 at the Overture Center’s Capitol Theater.
Icons in Business: Kimberly Jones, Dane County Regional Airport
At the final Icons in Business presentation of 2021, Kimberly Jones, airport director for the Dane County Regional Airport, offered insight into the airport’s history, its impact on the local economy, and the $85 million expansion now underway.
40 Under 40 Reunion
IB held its second reunion for past 40 Under 40 classes on Nov. 9, bringing back 21 years of honorees for an evening of networking and memories at The Madison Club.
Ex Libris: New Recipe
Madison Public Library Foundation hosted more than 400 guests for Ex Libris: New Recipe, the organization's 11th annual fall fundraiser, on Nov. 5 at Central Library.
33rd annual Heat’s On event
Over 40 area steamfitters volunteered a day of labor to inspect and service heating systems in 40 qualified veterans’ homes throughout Dane County.
Pedaling for a Cause
On Saturday, Oct. 23, Basecamp Fitness hosted a day of workouts to raise funds for Breast Cancer Recovery, a Fitchburg-based nonprofit dedicated to helping breast cancer survivors heal emotionally by offering retreats designed to both inspire and comfort.
Red Caboose breaks ground
Red Caboose Child Care Center Inc., in partnership with Movin’ Out Inc., celebrated breaking ground on its new space that will provide the Madison community with affordable, inclusive child care combined with accessible, affordable housing.
Icons in Business: Emily Gruenewald, Overture Center for the Arts
At the first in-person Icons in Business presentation in over 18 months, Emily Gruenewald, chief development and communications officer for Overture Center for the Arts, offered insight into the Overture’s history, its impact on the community, and the challenges and opportunities facing the performing arts industry.
Camp Randall Stadium renovation
The CR Future project is a comprehensive renovation of the south end zone of Camp Randall Stadium that will introduce new premium seating and hospitality clubs to one of the best venues in collegiate athletics.
Lunney Lake Farm County Park tree planting
To help mitigate some of the damage the emerald ash borer has caused on the trees in parks and neighborhoods across the state, Madison Community Foundation made a gift in 2020 of 283 trees in honor of its Legacy Society members.
$22 million Octopi Brewing expansion kicks off
Octopi Brewing Co. and partners kicked off a $22 million expansion of Octopi's distribution center with a groundbreaking celebration on Friday, Oct. 1. The new, 200,000-square-foot facility will be located at 1130 Uniek Drive in Waunakee.
Everything COVID art exhibit
The exhibit gathers experiences and expressions from throughout our community and beyond and serves as a way to grieve our loss, understand our unique and collective experiences, and move forward in connection and compassion.
