Past Events
Rumpus Room Pre-Opening Event
On Thursday, October 6, the Emerging Leaders were invited to an exclusive sneak peek of the Bartolotta Restaurants new European-inspired gastropub, the Rumpus Room. At this invitation-only event, guests enjoyed complimentary hors d’oeuvres a week before the grand opening of the Rumpus Room. Key-note speakers included Joe Bartolotta, President of the Bartolotta Restaurants, Sam Williams of the Boys & Girls Clubs, and Emerging Leader Council Co-Chair, Dave Muth of Quarles and Brady. Thank you to the Bartolotta Restaurants for the generous event sponsorship. Event photos.
2011 Emerging Leader Kick-Off
On September 8, 2011, Emerging Leaders kicked off the campaign at Blu, located at the Pfister Hotel. Speakers included Greg Marcus, CEO of the Marcus Corporation, Norm McGee from the Boys & Girls Clubs, and the Emerging Leader Council’s very own Kim Lueck (Marcus Corporation). Thank you to our event sponsor, the Marcus Corporation.
2011 Philanthropic 5 Awards
On August 18, 2011, Héctor Colón, John Holz, Jill Kline, Jessica Monville and Jackie Wells received Philanthropic 5 Awards. Each recipient received $500 to give back to the community through United Way from Harris Bank. The event was held at the Marcus Center. Thank you to Harris Bank for the generous sponsorship.
2010 Emerging Leader Thank You Celebration
What a successful campaign! Emerging Leaders contributed more than $1.7Million in the 2010 United Way Community Campaign. The celebration of our success took place at an invitation only event at the Rockwell Automation Clock tower on December 14, 2010. The group heard from our council co-chairs and collected toys and holiday gifts for United Way Agency Partner, Sojourner Family Peace Center. Event photos
CEO Panel – The Milwaukee Economy…Is it on the rebound?
On November 9, 2010, Emerging Leaders gathered for breakfast with Milwaukee’s top banking industry leaders: Peter Engel, Harris Bank, Jim Popp, Chase and Beth Wnuk, PNC, to discuss the state of the economy and the banking industry, and what it means to Milwaukee and our community. The event was moderated by 2010 campaign co-chair Lynn Sprangers and hosted and sponsored by Manpower Group.
2010 Emerging Leader Kick-Off
Emerging Leader members filled Blu at the Pfister hotel for our invitation only campaign kick-off. Key note speaker Tim Sullivan, President & CEO of Bucyrus International inspired the standing room only crowd as we kicked off our 2010 campaign. Thank you to our event sponsor the Marcus Corporation.
2010 Philanthropic 5 Awards
On August 19, 2010 Darren Goldstein, Nancy Hernandez, Darryl Morin, Abby Ramirez and Dan Tranchita received Philanthropic 5 awards. Each recipient received $500 to give back to the community through United Way from Harris Bank. The event was held at the Marcus Center. Thank you to Harris Bank for their generous sponsorship. Event photos
2010 Day of Action.
On the first day of summer, Monday, June 21, which also happens to be the longest day of the year, more than 50 volunteers from 20 local businesses spent some of the extra hours they gained during the summer solstice volunteering at COA Youth & Family Center on Milwaukee’s north side. Volunteers helped COA youth plant flowers, mulch garden beds and help with other landscaping work to create a welcoming home for each of the families and youth the center serves. Additionally, the volunteers helped give COA youth a meaningful camp experience by donating sunscreen, insect repellent, flashlights and sleeping bags. This event was a part of a national United Way Day of Action initiative that focuses on volunteerism, mobilizing thousands of people to complete community service projects across the country. Event Photos
Special thanks to Godfrey & Kahn S.C. for its generous Day of Action sponsorship.
CEO Panel Breakfast
On Thursday, November 5, 2009, United Way Emerging Leaders hosted a breakfast discussion with local healthcare leaders. Panel Members included Dr. Nick Turkal, President and CEO of Aurora Health Care, Leo Brideau, President and CEO of Columbia St. Mary’s and Richard Canter, Senior Vice President Strategy and Corporate Affairs of Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare. The well attended event was moderated by City of Milwaukee Commissioner of Health, Bevan K. Baker. Special thanks to our event sponsor and host, Time Warner Cable. Tune in to Channel 411 on Time Warner Cable to watch a rebroadcast of the event On Demand.
Emerging Leader Social Networking Event
A networking event was held on Wednesday, September 16th, 2009 at Whiskey Bar located at 788 N Jackson St. Thanks to all who attended and helped to make that event another success!
2009 P5 Awards Evening
Award winners were announced and awarded at an event on August 26th. Event Photos
2009 Day of Action
Our first ever Day of Action was an overwhelming success! On June 20, 2009, more than 35 volunteers came together at the Salvation Army Emergency Lodge, a 120 bed facility that provides temporary shelter, meals and case management for adults and families without homes. Our volunteers painted rooms, did gardening, lead a Wii Tournament and kickball games for the residents and packed over 600 lunches for children in our community. Event Photos
CEO luncheon on Legacy
On May 28, 2009, Jim Ziemer of Harley-Davidson, Inc. and Steve Marcus of the Marcus Corporation hosted a panel to discuss legacy and philanthropy in the city of Milwaukee. Thank you to our host and sponsor of the event, Harley-Davidson, Inc.
2008 Days of Caring
Thank you! During the two-week period from September 8-19, more than 2,000 people rolled up their sleeves and volunteered at 87 agencies for more than 150 projects. That translates to over 9,500 volunteer hours for an estimated $150,000 impact on our nonprofit community.
2008 Emerging Leader Evening Event
More than 120 emerging leaders joined the inaugural Philanthropic 5 award winners at Miller Park's Metavante Club on September 17.
Government Panel Discussion
Mayor Barrett, Police Chief Flynn and County Executive Walker discuss the importance of government's partnership with nonprofits in our community on October 1.