Accelerate Magazine 2024 January

JANUARY 2024 MAGAZINE SUZANNE KELLEY President & CEO Waukesha County Business Alliance, Inc. Happy New Year! The Alliance is proud to be celebrating 106 years this year. We have exciting things in store for 2024, from new programs and committees, to updated policy priorities and most notably a change in leadership. Serving as President & CEO of the Alliance has been an absolute privilege and I'm so grateful for the opportunity to have worked with each and every one of you. As you read more in pages ahead, you'll find that the Alliance is thriving and our work continues to grow. We continue to serve as a voice for the business community, develop organizations and their employees, foster relationships built on integrity and trust, and grow the business community to keep our economy moving forward. As you set your own priorities for the year, I hope you'll find time to take advantage of the Alliance. Attend a program to make new connections, volunteer your time on a policy committee to advocate for business, or invest in a sponsorship to support our mission. And know that even if you don't see our team on a regular basis, we are working on your behalf to make Waukesha County the best place to do business. A YEAR OF OPPORTUNITY Member FDIC The Bank Built For Business firstbusiness.bank When there’s a lot at stake, it’s essential to work with a bank focused on delivering what businesses need without wasting your time. That’s why it’s smart to work with First Business Bank, founded intentionally to serve business owners. For more than 30 years, our focus on business has led to unmatched expertise, industryleading service, and smarter financial decisions. Kim Preston Senior Vice President Director of Treasury Management 3

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