Hosted by Jeff Sherman, The Upswing is everything business. He is a prominent figure in the business world, and is formerly the CEO and founder of OnMilwaukee, creator of the podcast series “The Hopcast,” and currently is the CMO of Okanjo. He brings his expertise to The Upswing to discuss the ever-changing world of business and commerce in Milwaukee and across the state of Wisconsin.
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Big State Fair Announcements and AI Hiring Freeze – The Upswing 4/12/25
The Upswing host Jeff Sherman was joined by Tess Kerksen, Director of Public Relations at Wisconsin State Fair. They also...
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Bucks great Sidney Moncrief talks leadership, coaching, Milwaukee ties & more — The Upswing
MILWAUKEE — Sidney Moncrief was always more than a basketball player to me. Growing up in Milwaukee, I went to...
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“Everybody’s doing beer yoga these days” – Local Brewery Owner on Hosting Events
Lion's Tail Brewing Company co-owner Alex Wenzel joined The Upswing host Jeff Sherman to talk about the rise of beer...
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Holocaust history coming to Milwaukee
Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra announced today that Violins of Hope-Wisconsin will be showcased in Milwaukee starting September 1st, 2025, through January...
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The Rise of Quiet DEI in 2025
Ridley Consulting Group Founder and CEO Beth Ridley explained to The Upswing host Jeff Sherman how DEI (Diversity, Equity &...
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Explorium founder explains Good City Brewing acquisition.
Explorium Hospitality Group founder and co-owner Mike Doble explained to Jeff Sherman on WTMJ's The Upswing the reasons for acquiring...
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The Commodore, a new Bartolotta venture, launch in Lake Country
DELAFIELD, Wis. — It’s an iconic space once owned and operated by the Weissgerber family, and this week, the former...
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EXCLUSIVE: City of Milwaukee announces new vendor for Vel R. Phillips Plaza
MILWAUKEE - A WTMJ Exclusive: The City of Milwaukee is announcing a vendor for the under-construction Vel R. Phillips plaza,...
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What local businesses do Wisconsinites want Giannis & Thanasis to invest in?
MILWAUKEE — Giannis and Thanasis Antetokounmpo are two of the most prevalent athletes in modern Milwaukee history, but their impact...
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Bucks All-Star makes a mark on Big Brothers Big Sisters mentorship organization + Mentor Zone on the way
MILWAUKEE — Three-time NBA All-Star Khris Middleton has been the ambassador for Big Brothers Big Sisters since about 2019, according...
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MILWAUKEE -- During the Milwaukee Public Schools Board of School Directors meeting on Thursday, Superintendent Dr. Brenda Cassellius announced that...
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Special Guests Holy Hill Executive Director Bryan Michaels on walking the stations GKB teammate Gabe Neitzel on Wrestlemania and WWE...
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BEAVER DAM, Wis.-- Gary Day, a man accused of impregnating and kidnapping Beaver Dam teenager Sophia Franklin, saw his first...
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