Palermo's Pizza Hires Joe Emling as COO
The Milwaukee-based pizza maker has named Joe Emling chief operating officer, overseeing manufacturing and supply chain functions.
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Across Milwaukee, coverage here takes in executive appointments, leadership moves, new hires and transitions for officials. Reporting focuses on the professional shuffles defining the city's corporate and public institutions.
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November 2, 2026
Dykema Adds Katrina Hull as Senior CounselTrademark attorney Katrina G. Hull joins Dykema's Milwaukee office from Markery Law LLC to lead trademark protection work.
October 30, 2026
PHCC Names Dan Quinonez New CEO in MilwaukeeThe Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors association announced leadership changes during its annual event.
October 29, 2026
Julie Graverson to Retire from Sellars in OctoberThe Milwaukee-based company will see Wade Kemnitz step into the role of president and chief operations officer.
October 27, 2026
Marvin Bynum to Lead Godfrey & Kahn in 2027The Milwaukee-based law firm will transition leadership to Marvin Bynum on January 1, 2027.
October 26, 2026
Milwaukee Removes Commissioner from Social Development BoardThe city cited ongoing concerns regarding governance and transparency as it withdrew its representative from the commission.
October 21, 2026
Tikkun Ha-Ir Names Sarah Yonas Executive DirectorSarah Yonas officially assumed her role as the third executive director of the Milwaukee organization on September 14, 2026.
October 9, 2026
Mortenson Named Xuhuan Zhao Engineer of the YearThe integrated construction coordinator earned the honor for his work on the Milwaukee Public Museum project.
October 7, 2026
Milwaukee Arts Board Appointed New Artist in ResidenceSarah Luther has been named the city's 2026-27 public artist in residence to focus on housing issues.
October 1, 2026
Wade Kemnitz Joined Sellars as President and COOThe Milwaukee-based manufacturer has appointed a new leader as part of a planned executive succession process.
September 30, 2026
Korb Architecture Has Moved to Employee OwnershipThe Milwaukee firm transitioned to full employee control through a new stock ownership plan.
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This section follows new executive appointments, corporate leadership changes, public sector hiring and board transitions. Coverage reaches across the city and the communities around it where professional roles are filled. A leadership move often signals a change in direction for a firm or agency, regardless of the sector involved. Appointments in the private sector reflect broader shifts in the regional economy while public sector changes often follow cycle-driven hiring trends.