News Summary
Lauber Business Partners has received the 2025 Future 50 Award for its commitment to improving education and providing innovative consulting services in southeastern Wisconsin. Founded in 1986 and based in Milwaukee, the firm aims to support startups, mid-market businesses, and nonprofits. CEO Mark Wiesman emphasizes the importance of enhancing the local educational system for community growth. Despite recent marketing challenges, the company is shifting focus to direct sales to meet client needs. The award highlights Lauber’s pivotal role in both business and community development in the region.
Milwaukee – Lauber Business Partners has been recognized with the 2025 Future 50 Award for its commitment to regional improvement in education and its innovative consulting services. The award underscores the company’s role in fostering growth and development in southeastern Wisconsin.
Founded in 1986, Lauber Business Partners operates out of Milwaukee and currently employs 65 people. The consulting agency offers a broad array of services, including finance and accounting, human resources, nonprofit management, leadership and team development, and talent acquisition. Lauber aims to serve a diverse clientele, including startups, mid-market businesses, and various nonprofit organizations, positioning itself as a singular, trusted partner in navigating their business challenges.
Despite a recent email marketing and calling campaign that did not produce the anticipated results, Lauber’s leadership has determined to shift its focus to investing more significantly in its direct sales force. This strategic pivot signifies Lauber’s adaptability and ongoing commitment to meeting client needs effectively.
Mark Wiesman, the CEO of Lauber Business Partners, acknowledged that his leadership approach has transitioned from being directly involved in daily operations to empowering others within the organization. This evolution in management style is aligned with the company’s growth and the complexity of its objectives.
Wiesman also emphasized the importance of enhancing the educational system within Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin. He believes that a robust educational infrastructure is essential for the region’s economic and cultural vitality. Addressing educational shortcomings will not only benefit individual learners but also foster a more prosperous community overall.
In related news, the City of Milwaukee is taking steps towards significant urban redevelopment. The city is set to issue requests for proposals to revitalize the site of the former Northridge Mall, encouraging developers to propose realistic and sustainable projects that can invigorate the area.
In the political arena, Sachin Chheda is returning to political consulting after serving as the executive director of the Office of the State Superintendent. Chheda will informally support the campaign of State Superintendent Jill Underly, emphasizing a focus on substantive issues in the educational sector rather than on specific candidates.
Corporate news from Milwaukee includes the recent firing of Kohl’s CEO Ashley Buchanan due to alleged misconduct associated with a romantic relationship with a consultant. This decision was made independently of any performance-related issues affecting the company’s operations.
Furthermore, Milwaukee has launched an initiative known as “Connec+ing MKE 2040,” a new Downtown plan aimed at promoting equity and community engagement for upcoming developments through 2040. This plan enjoys the backing of a coalition of contractors and stakeholders committed to revitalizing the downtown area and enhancing community involvement in the redevelopment process.
Lauber Business Partners continues to play a pivotal role in the consulting industry while combining efforts to improve educational standards in the region. This dual focus on business growth and community betterment illustrates the company’s commitment to being a leader not only in its field but also within the greater Milwaukee area.
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