Podcast appearances and mentions of rich kirchen

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Rich Kirchen joins Wisconsin's Morning News to give the latest on Kohls and recent buyers who have shown interest in buying the corporate department store chain. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alex Crowe is joined this week by Tom Meronek, Rich Kirchen, and Melissa Barclay. Also hear what Charles Benson had to say on Wisconsin Morning News about the Milwaukee Mayoral Debate. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Alex Crowe is joined by Stephanie Haines, Mark Kass, Jaymes Langrehr, Kristin Byrne, and Rich Kirchen to bring you the stories behind the top stories of the week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Southeast Wisconsin manufacturers are continuing to cope with higher labor costs – trying everything including bonuses – to lure workers. MBJ's Rich Kirchen talks with two executives who are on the front lines of the search process.  The labor shortage in manufacturing and warehousing is giving a chill to real estate developers who say they won't build if workers aren't available to staff new facilities. Rich discusses the trend with the MBJ's real estate reporter, Sean Ryan.  For more information on some of the stories featured in today's episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

For decades, commercial real estate development in metro Milwaukee was the domain of white men – with a couple exceptions. That's changed in recent years as more minority developers are emerging.  Milwaukee Business Journal's Rich Kirchen talked with fellow reporter Sean Ryan about his story on leading minority developers overcoming challenges to gain a foothold.  Later, the western section of Wisconsin Avenue in downtown Milwaukee has languished for years with vacancies and the collapse of the Grand Avenue mall. The mall is being redeveloped as The Avenue opening this fall and the Wisconsin Center convention facility is undergoing a major expansion. Rich chats with leaders of both projects.  For more information on some of the stories featured in today's episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

Julia Taylor will retire at the end of this year after a remarkable 19 years leading the Greater Milwaukee Committee. MBJ's Rich Kirchen recently interviewed Julia for her perspectives on the GMC's accomplishments during her tenure – and the challenges Milwaukee still faces.  Milwaukee Business Journal reporter Sari Lesk was selected as one of four journalists for this year's O'Brien Fellowship in Public Service journalism at Marquette University. She joins Rich to discuss the fellowship and what she'll focus on over the next nine months.  For more information on some of the stories featured in today's episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

MBJ's Teddy Nykiel interviews Stephanie and Houston Hoskins, the founders of Debtle, a Sheboygan-based startup creating a platform for organizations to negotiate and settle invoices directly with customers. Later on, Teddy talks with fellow MBJ reporter Rich Kirchen about this week's cover story, “Rexnord reimagined”.  They discuss why and how one of Milwaukee's old-line and still prominent manufacturers is transforming into a water-management company. For more information on some of the stories featured in today's episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

The Milwaukee Bucks run for the NBA championship raised Milwaukee's profile around the world. How can area businesses capitalize on all the attention? MBJ's Rich Kirchen discusses the possibilities with Peggy Williams Smith of Visit Milwaukee and Brian Bennett ofStir Advertising.  The housing market continues booming in metro Milwaukee and across the country. MBJ's Teddy Nykiel joins Rich to provide an update on how area homebuilders strive to address the demand.  For more information on some of the stories featured in today's episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

Milwaukee radio personality Gene Mueller announced his retirement from WTMJ Radio earlier this week.  MBJ's Rich Kirchen sat down with the host of “Wisconsin's Morning News” about his decision and his plans to remain active in the media across a few platforms. Later, MBJ reporter Sean Ryan has an update on three luxury high-rise apartments that are either planned or underway in downtown Milwaukee. Sean also discusses his cover story on Milwaukee real estate developer Blair Williams, who is progressing in his recovery from a stroke.  For more information on some of the stories featured in today's episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/  

  MBJ's Sean Ryan digs into some changes at Milwaukee 7, Southeast Wisconsin's biggest private organization that works nationwide to attract more jobs and companies. They have new leadership on the podcast to talk about what that means, and what kind of activity they're seeing this summer in the corporate attraction world.  We'll hear from long-time leader Pat O'Brien, business attraction ace and new executive director Jim Paetsch, and Lynn Olberding, who joins Milwaukee 7 as Vice President of Economic Development.  Later, Sean is joined by fellow MBJ reporter Rich Kirchen to talk about the “new” Briggs and Stratton.  Rich had an extended interview with the Milwaukee manufacturer's CEO, Steve Andrews. After emerging from a Chapter 11 reorganization in fall 2020, owners KPS Capital Partners of New York are looking for growth through acquisitions and new product development. Finally, Coreen Dicus-Johnson, President and CEO of Network Health joins the podcast to discuss health plan solutions for local businesses.  For more information on some of the stories featured in today's episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

MBJ’s Rich Kirchen interviews two executives from We Energies’ parent company on a new initiative to reduce methane emissions to net-zero by 2030 and do their part to mitigate global warming. For more information on some of the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

Since the pandemic hit last year, Milwaukee independent pharmacy Hayat Pharmacy has raised its profile first with Covid-19 testing and more recently with vaccinations. CEO Hashim Zaibak and MBJ’s Rich Kirchen discuss the how and why of the endeavor.  Later on, learn more aboutAdvocate Aurora Health’s decision to launch a subsidiary that invests in businesses that enable people to improve their health and well-being beyond traditional clinical settings. Rich talks with Scott Powder, who is president of the Enterprises group.  Click here to get tickets for MBJ’s Real Estate Awards  on April 27th.  Use the code “mbjpodcast” for $5 off. For more information on some of the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

Sussex Injection Molding is embarking on growth thanks in part to a contract for a collar that protects athletes from brain injuries and concussions. CEO Keith Everson chats with MBJ’s Rich Kirchen about the demanding project and challenges with raw material supplies and prices.  Covid-19 shut down metro Milwaukee’s economy one year ago. This week our MBJ print edition profiles five small businesses impacted by the pandemic. Reporters Rich Kirchen, Sari Lesk and Sean Ryan discuss how these local businesses survived and adapted.  Finally, Cheri Cicona-Trudell from North Shore Bank joins the pod to discuss merchant credit card processing.  For more information on some of the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

Downtown Milwaukee’s office market suffered a major blow a couple weeks ago when Johnson Controls announced it would relocate 1,300 employees to its Glendale headquarters. Milwaukee Business Journal real estate reporter Sean Ryan gathered information and insights from office-market experts on what’s next for that property.  Later, Harley-Davidson unveiled its long-awaited five-year strategic plan and it included a couple surprises. MBJ’s Rich Kirchen visits with Robert W. Baird analyst Craig Kennison for his expert perspective on Harley’s new directions. Click here to get tickets now for the “Diversity in Business Awards”event on March 5.  Use the code “mbjpodcast” for $5 off. For more information on some of the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

Generac Power Systems of Waukesha was announced as a new stage sponsor at Summerfest, replacing Harley-Davidson. CEO Aaron Jagdfeld discusses the reasons Summerfest fits his company’s plans with MBJ’s Rich Kirchen, as well as how Generac continues growing its longstanding product lines while branching into new markets and technologies.  This week’s MBJ cover story is called “Inno On Fire”.  It showcases Wisconsin companies making strides in biotech, health technology digital tech and more. MBJ and Wisconsin Inno reporter Nick Williams shares his insights into the hottest tech firms and leading entrepreneurs in our area.  Finally, Suzanne Maldonado, Vice President at Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin, joins the pod to talk about Goodwill’s TalentBridge and how they create opportunities for employers and job seekers.  For more information on some of the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

One of Downtown Milwaukee landmarks is getting a facelift, along with some new dining options.  MBJ’s Sean Ryan talked to Josh Krsnak and Omar Shaikh about the new food hall coming to  The Avenue. MBJ’s Rich Kirchen joins Sean to discuss all things Harley Davidson, including their 3rdquarter earnings report and updates on their LiveWire technology.  And later, Coreen Dicus-Johnson, President and CEO of Network Health, stops by the pod to discuss tips on Medicare enrollment during this annual enrollment period we’re in.  For more information on some of the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

The Milwaukee housing market isn’t known for luxury apartments but that’s starting to change. Several projects are in the works after the debut of the Seven-77 apartments downtown a couple years ago. The Business Journal’s Rich Kirchen and Sean Ryan discuss whether demand exists to occupy proposed high-rises.  Later, Milwaukee’s Rockwell Automation is expanding its partnership with Microsoft to develop integrated solutions that help industrial customers improve their digital agility through cloud technology. Kirchen talks with Rockwell executive Tom O’Reilly about this partnership.  Later, MBJ Publisher and Market President, Kira Lafond talks with Allison Phillips - single mom, and owner of woman owned, LGBT Owned Edge Podcast Network, the company who manages this podcast.  They talk about how Phillips is managing her life and business while fighting stage 3 cancer.  For more information on some of the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

Covid-19 is taking a toll on the finances of Milwaukee area colleges and universities. MBJ reporters Rich Kirchen and Sari Lesk explore how revenue is shrinking while costs for safety and technology are on the rise.  Later, an increasing number of employees in many fields are coping with the fallout from the Covid-19 pandemic – and that’s where a company called Empathia in Pewaukee comes in. Rich talks with CEO Carol Wilson about her company’s growth this year. Finally, Cindy Krahenbuhl, Executive Director of Guest House of Milwaukee and Board Member Kevin Newell discuss how Guest House is adjusting their services in this era of Covid-19, and economic and racial strife.  For more information on the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

Milwaukee Business Journal's Rich Kirchen talks DNC economic impact on Wisconsin's Morning News

"Who would have thought (we'd be) talking about a convention that is going to draw dozens instead of 50,000?" Gene Mueller asks in his latest podcast with the Milwaukee Business Journal's Rich Kirchen.

Three weeks away from the convention's beginning, Gene and Rich discuss how organizers are "getting down to the nitty gritty" with signs of the convention coming despite the coronavirus pandemic.

One of metro Milwaukee’s best known manufacturers Briggs & Stratton proposes a quick sale of its assets through the bankruptcy court.  MBJ reporters Rich Kirchen and Margaret Naczek discuss their coverage of this fast-developing major story.  Later, Rich talks with Eric Conley, who took over as president of Wisconsin’s largest hospital – Froedtert – this month.  Conley is passionate about addressing social determinants of health and advocating for diversity in management even as the hospital works through the Covid pandemic. For more information on the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

Get the latest on the dramatically scaled-down Democratic National Convention to come in Milwaukee.

Convention Countdown with Gene Mueller & the Milwaukee Business Journal's Rich Kirchen

MBJ’s Rich Kirchen talks with Dr. Gregory Brusko, Chief Clinical Officer of Ascension Wisconsin. He discusses how Wisconsin’s second-largest health care system has reactivated elective procedures and clinic visits after this spring’s Covid-19 and how Ascension would handle a resurgence in Covid-19 cases.  Later, Rich chats with MBJ Commercial Real Estate Reporter Sean Ryan. His cover story this week shows how construction contractors have adapted to Covid-19 worksite protocols and how some of those are becoming permanent practice.  For more information on the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

Both Fiserv Forum & the Wisconsin Center are still in the planning for use with the DNC, despite not as many delegates coming due to COVID-19.

How will Milwaukee promote itself as a scaled-down convention happens?

The question of convention security is now in the forefront, and Milwaukee is to receive millions in support to pay for it. How much will be needed in a partially-virtual convention?

MBJ’s Rich Kirchen talks with Jim Zilli, the CEO of Zilli Hospitality Group in Waukesha.  They discuss the impact of the pandemic on Zilli’s catering and events business -- including where things stand with bookings for the Democratic National Convention.  Later, Rich talks with MBJ’s Sari Lesk about her cover story this week.  It focuses on Milwaukee-area restaurants ranging from legendary fine-dining establishment Sanford’s, to local favorites like Mister Perkins Family Restaurant, making the best of a difficult situation during the stay at home order. For more information on the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

A survey among potential delegates may reflect what the future DNC in Milwaukee will look like. Gene & Rich discuss that and more.

Major changes may be coming to the DNC. That is among the topics Gene Mueller & the Milwaukee Business Journal's Rich Kirchen discuss.

They discuss the latest on the development of the convention set for Milwaukee in August.

Should Milwaukee's DNC2020 become Milwaukee's DNC2024 instead because of the effect of the coronavirus pandemic? Gene Mueller & the Milwaukee Business Journal's Rich Kirchen discuss.

Wisconsin health care systems shifted their resources away from day-to-day patient care and elective procedures to handle the COVID-19 pandemic -- and that’s costing them in the neighborhood of 50 percent of their revenue. MBJ’s Rich Kirchen talks with Wisconsin Hospital Association CEO Eric Borgerding about Eric’s concerns that federal stimulus funds are woefully inadequate to ease the financial pain.  The commercial real estate industry feels its own pain due to the pandemic and its heavy toll on the economy. MBJ’s Sean Ryan shares insights from a Milwaukee Business Journal flash forum on how real estate executives are coping with major changes in their world. For more information on the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

They spoke about the latest updates with the Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee, particularly in the wake of coronavirus.

"This is very, very strange territory." What will the 2020 DNC in Milwaukee look like? Gene & Rich discuss.

This week, Gene and Rich discuss the latest on the 2020 DNC, including the questions of whether the convention will happen in the coronavirus pandemic.

It’s all uncharted territory out there for real estate and pretty much every other industry as businesses cope with COVID 19 and the new statewide stay at home order. Tracy Johnson, leader of the Commercial Association of Realtors Wisconsin, has been dealing with a lot of those issues and gives MBJ’s Sean Ryan a good overview of business responses and things that can help, such as SBA loans.  The world of hotels and restaurants was also in turbulent waters already and then came the wave of cancellations and postponements of pretty much every major downtown convention through June. MBJ reporter Margaret Naczek tells Sean what that all means, and reporter Rich Kirchen gives an update on the Democratic National Convention set for July---for now anyway. For more information on the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

They discuss how the coronavirus pandemic will affect the convention.

Convention Countdown with Gene Mueller and the Milwaukee Business Journal's Rich Kirchen

COVID-19 outbreak is affecting businesses small, medium and large in the Milwaukee area – including The Milwaukee Business Journal.  Market President and Publisher, Kira Lafond, shares an update about some MBJ events.  Milwaukee’s convention center unveiled renderings for a 400-million-dollar expansion that is designed to add another iconic space to the downtown arena district. Wisconsin Center District CEO Marty Brooks talks with MBJ’s Rich Kirchen about the architectural vision and practical aspects of the project.  Finally, Wisconsin employers are scrambling to enact policies and procedures for their workforces as COVID-19 concerns reach higher levels. Rich interviews Erik Eisenmann -- an attorney at Husch Blackwell in Milwaukee who heads the firm’s labor and employment practice.  For more information on the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

This week, Gene & Rich dive into how Milwaukee DNC organizers have hired two women to take charge of the effort to organize the 2020 Democratic National Convention, raise $70 million and find 15,000 volunteers.

This week, Gene & Rich discuss how Milwaukee's performance with the Democratic National Convention will become the test to help decide whether other major organizations choose Milwaukee for their events.

They discuss the 4 a.m. bar legislation passed for the DNC (and the state) and much more on the latest with the development of the 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee.

The men discuss the aftermath of the firing of leadership on the local DNC event organizing committee.

On top of hosting the best team in the NBA and the upcoming Democratic National Convention, Fiserv Forum and The Milwaukee Bucks recently made some news on a new labor agreement for arena employees.  MBJ’s Rich Kirchen talks with Peter Rickman, president of the Milwaukee Area Service and Hospitality Workers Organization, which recently agreed to its first contract at Fiserv Forum. Rickman explains how his group -- better known as MASH – was able to win a $15 minimum wage and pay increases for 1,000 arena employees.  Later, Rich talks with fellow MBJ reporter Margaret Naczek about her cover story on Harley Davidson.  Harley is shifting gears with its product line after years of declining sales for its long running touring and cruising motorcycles. Margaret and Rich discuss how Harley is introducing a street bike and its first adventure touring cycle while promoting its first electric cycle.  For more information on the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

The TV networks are beginning to set up where they will operate their home bases for arguably the biggest event in Milwaukee's history. Gene Mueller and Rich Kirchen break down where things stand.

WTMJ's Gene Mueller and the Milwaukee Business Journal's Rich Kirchen share the latest on the upcoming 2020 Democratic National Convention.

WTMJ's Gene Mueller and the Milwaukee Business Journal's Rich Kirchen share the latest on the upcoming 2020 Democratic National Convention.

There’s a lot of investment and other activity brewing on the west side of downtown Milwaukee, especially along West Wisconsin Avenue. MBJ’s Sean Ryan talked with Beth Weirick of the Downtown Milwaukee Business Improvement District about a host of updates around the Westown neighborhood west of the river in downtown Milwaukee. She’s planning some privately funded streetscaping improvements before the Democratic National Convention, and overall just helping to encourage that area of Milwaukee to become even more vibrant in the future.  Speaking of the DNC, Sean talked with MBJ’s Rich Kirchen about the big event now less than 6 months away. He discusses his latest updates as Milwaukee prepares for the July convention, and gives his analysis on all the activity happening west of the river downtown.  For more information on the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

MBJ’s Rich Kirchen talked with Jason Fechner, anchor and reporter with Spectrum News 1 Wisconsin.  Fechner discusses the news channel’s growth and on their approach to telling the news in a 24-hour format.  Later, MBJ reporters Nick Williams and Sean Ryan join Rich to dive into this week’s cover story on local executives to watch in 2020.  For more information on the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

This week’s podcast features MBJ reporter Rich Kirchen talking with technology reporter Nick Williams on recent improvements in Wisconsin’s venture capital market. Southeast Wisconsin continues lagging the rest of the company but several high-profile Milwaukee companies have stepped up with venture funds seeking companies in which to invest here and elsewhere. For more information on the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

Metro Milwaukee’s largest business advocacy group is throwing its weight behind an plan for major employers to hike the number of African Americans and Hispanics holding management positions in business by 25% and boost minority employment overall by 15%. MBJ reporter Rich Kirchen chats with Chris Rowland, Global Diversity Officer of ManpowerGroup, who serves on the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce diversity and inclusion committee. Later, a look at which companies in metro Milwaukee are the area’s best corporate citizens.  Business Journal reporters Sari Lesk and Margaret Naczek join the conversation to discuss what they learned in their profiles of two leaders in giving back to the community.  For more information on the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/.

The Milwaukee School of Engineering recently opened the brand new Dwight and Dian Diercks Computational Science Hall. Diercks Hall will focus on artificial intelligence, deep learning, cyber security, robotics, cloud computing and other next-generation technologies. MBJ reporter Sari Lesk spoke with MSOE president John Walz about Diercks Hall and other updates on the campus.  Later, Sari talks with fellow MBJ reporter Rich Kirchen about his latest reporting on the Democratic National Convention. Friday’s issue of the Milwaukee Business Journal features his centerpiece story that explores event booking for the convention next summer.  For more information on the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

One of the major transportation needs for the 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee will be more than 400 motor coaches to move thousands of attendees to and from hotels and other facilities. Wisconsin bus companies including Go Riteway of Oak Creek will shift buses, drivers and mechanics to metro Milwaukee to meet the demand. Brad Wallace of Go Riteway joins the Business Journal’s Rich Kirchen to discuss the logistics and challenges of coordinating all those buses with a downtown Milwaukee convention hub.  Later, Rich talks with the newest reporter at the Milwaukee Business Journal, Margaret Naczek. She joined MBJ from USA Today Network Wisconsin where she was a sports reporter. She’s jumped right into covering some big topics for Milwaukee area business including the rebirth of Midwest Express airlines and recent developments at Harley Davidson. We visit with Margaret about her early experiences at the Business Journal and how she is tackling her new assignments. For more information on the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/.

There’s a change in hosts coming to the long-running public television show, “Wisconsin Foodie”.  Reporter Sari Lesk talks with Kyle Cherek, the face of the show since 2008.  Later, Sari talks with fellow MBJ reporter Rich Kirchen about his cover story on the Democratic National Convention.  They discuss new projects in the downtown area, rumblings from area unions and funding for streetcar expansion.  For more information on the stories and headlines featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/  

Rich Kirchen discusses Bradley Center demolition on Wisconsin's Morning News

Rich Kirchen talks Fiserv Forum on Wisconsin's Morning News