Small Biz MKE
Celebrating Milwaukee’s Best: Spotlights, Stories & Features
Small Business Spotlight: Who’s Doing Great Things
We love celebrating the entrepreneurs, innovators, and small business owners who drive Metro Milwaukee forward. So, we recently decided to start writing bite-sized business spotlights. They’re written by our staff and are a great way for us to share unique experiences, good stories, and upcoming events about local small businesses. We hope you enjoy them.
Huhn Remodeling Group
I admit — the thought of starting a kitchen remodel had me nervous. Two days before it began, I emailed Deanna Doperalski at Allen Kitchen & Bath to confess my jitters. She replied right away: “Mike is an awesome carpenter, and as soon as you meet him your mind...
Men’s Hair House Brookfield
Most men don’t know how good a haircut can feel. My husband and my father are not included in that group because I have introduced them to Men’s Hair House. Starting off at the Menomonee Falls location some years ago, they now visit the Brookfield location and share...
Grateful Homeowners’ Story: Trusting Dorshak With Our Trees
The mature landscaping around our Brookfield condo—including an abundance of large Colorado Spruce trees—helped sell the property to us. Within a year or so of moving in, however, we were dismayed to discover those very trees were dying a slow death by fungal...
Experience the Magic: Shakespeare in the Park and Early Music Now
Chances are very few of you reading this have ever heard of Early Music Now (EMN); and just as few probably have an interest in Shakespeare. I'd like to try and change that, if only to expand your world view and introduce you to the free Shakespeare in the Park...
Who Knew Car Service Could Feel This Good?
Turns out, my car wasn’t the only one that left the service bay feeling better. I just received the most unexpected—and welcome—customer service at Griffin Ford in Waukesha. When my dashboard light flashed last week, reminding me it was time for an oil change, I...
Elevated. Aromatic. Alcohol-Free. Meet the New Face of Social Drinking.
There’s a taproom in North Central Wisconsin. At the back of it is a workshop where a scientist with wide-ranging professional expertise in toxicology, research, development, and Big Pharma crafts functional beverages for a target audience of sober/sober-curious...
Meet the Aesthetician Who Brightens My Day—and My Skin
“Hello, Beautiful!” Isn’t that a wonderful way to be greeted? That’s what I’ve come to expect every time I visit my aesthetician, Rio Haag. Owner of Glow Spa by Rio in Brookfield, she’s a little dynamo packed with professionalism, polish, and years of experience. My...
Simon’s Gardens
Moonflowers. Last year, while looking to build on my garden, I read about this perennial vine. Fast growing—really fast—its large, fragrant white flowers bloom only at night. Intrigued, I searched garden centers and found the plant at one of my favorite seasonal...
A Gift of Stillness: How One Reiki Session Shifted Everything
For no reason other than I had received a gift card from Inner Wisdom & Wellness, I scheduled an appointment with Reiki Master Linda Scherrer. Based on a previous reiki session with another master years ago, I was expecting nothing. Nothing. To my complete...
Your Business. Your Story. Let’s Tell It Right!
Every business has a story, and we’re here to help you tell yours in a way that connects with the community. At Small Business Milwaukee, we write Business Showcases that shine a light on the passion, dedication, and expertise that make your business stand out. We can craft for you an engaging, professionally written spotlight story that captures what makes your business unique. This isn’t a template or generic write-up. All original content, it’s a tailored feature story designed to capture your brand’s essence and connect with your audience. Let’s bring your story to life and get your business the attention it deserves!
How to Maximize the Impact of Your Feature
When you invest in a Business Showcase, you’re not just getting an article—you’re gaining a powerful marketing tool. Business owners who purchase a spotlight story can use it to:
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- Enhance Their Website – Add the feature to your site’s About or News section.
- Boost Social Media Engagement – Share your story across platforms to connect with your audience.
- Attract More Customers – Use the article in email marketing and promotional campaigns.
- Build Credibility & PR – Send your feature to local media, potential partners, and investors.
- Stand Out in Grant & Loan Applications – Use it as part of your business narrative when applying for funding.
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Why Invest in a Business Showcase?
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- Boost Your Credibility – A well-crafted story positions you as an expert in your industry.
- Expand Your Reach – Gain exposure to new customers through our website, newsletter, and social media.
- Strengthen Your Brand – Share your story in a way that builds trust and connection with potential clients.
- Evergreen Marketing Tool – Your feature is a lasting asset you can use for promotions, PR, and more.
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We Make the Process Simple
Our team interviews you and writes a compelling story that captures your business’s unique essence. Once you approve the final piece, it’s yours to use however you see fit! Whether you’re launching a new venture, expanding your brand, or simply looking to refresh your visibility, a Business Showcase is a powerful way to stand out and connect with your audience.
You'll Stand Out With Our Custom Spotlight Stories!
Feature Articles
Stories for Small Business Owners by Kimberly Hand, Senior Writer
Christmas In July: Small Business Milwaukee Style
You’ll be so pleased with yourself. You’re already familiar with that feeling, aren’t you? I’m talking about the delight we get in having planned something far enough in advance where we’re well ahead of the curve—outdistancing everybody else—reaching our goals with...
Creating Moments Your Customers Will Remember
As the manager of an independent book store and then as manager of a hospital gift shop, I have very fond memories of special events my staff and I hosted throughout the year. Some that we created for summer fun included a Teddy Bear Picnic, State Fair Comes to the...
Holistic Growth: The Case for Combined Life and Business Evaluations
On December 12, 2024, Nice News team member Rebekah Brandes wrote an article entitled, The Transformative Power of a Life Review, Whether You’re 25 or 75. Writing as I do for and about small business owners, my first question, upon reading Rebekah’s article was, “Is...
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