Milwaukee Public Market Debuts “Milwaukee Mornings” Leadership Series
Milwaukee, Wis. – April 30, 2026 – Milwaukee Public Market invites professionals, students and community members to the debut of a free leadership series beginning May 14. Milwaukee Mornings, presented in partnership with Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, brings influential Milwaukee leaders to the stage for live conversations moderated by Jeff Sherman, civic leader and host of The Upswing.
The series will feature candid conversations with leaders from across industries, sharing their experiences and perspectives on Milwaukee.
The 2026 Milwaukee Mornings lineup includes:
- May 14: Dan Jacobs, head chef and co-owner of Esterev and DanDan
- June 11: Cavalier Johnson, mayor of Milwaukee
- July 9: Chris Socha, architect and partner at TKWA, and Scott Schwebel, partner and chief brand and strategy officer at Eastbound Holdings
- August 13: Nadiyah Johnson, CEO and founder of Milky Way Tech Hub
- September 10: Ray Hill, executive director of Historic King Drive BID No. 8
- October 8: JoAnne Anton, president and CEO of Herb Kohl Philanthropies
Milwaukee Mornings offers a refreshed take on traditional networking, focused on real conversations and connection. Attendees can expect unique perspectives and a closer look at the people driving Milwaukee forward.
The series is free to attend, with a limited number of tickets available for up to 100 guests per event. Guests will arrive at 7:30 a.m. for coffee and light bites, with the program beginning at 8 a.m. Attendees will also have the option to support a charity selected by each speaker.
“Milwaukee Public Market and Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport are both longstanding community assets that help define the Milwaukee experience,” Airport Director Brian Dranzik said. “As Milwaukee’s hometown airport for nearly 100 years, we’re proud to be part of the local community. This partnership is an opportunity to highlight the role MKE Airport plays in connecting people and to build the same sense of hometown pride and loyalty that the Milwaukee Public Market inspires.”
Tickets will be released on a rolling basis, with each event becoming available one month prior to its scheduled date. All tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis and can be reserved through the Milwaukee Public Market website.
“Milwaukee Mornings is designed to create an experience around honest conversations with people who are shaping Milwaukee’s future. It offers an inside look at local leaders in a live setting where people can connect, listen and be inspired,” said Paul Schwartz, executive director of Milwaukee Public Market and Business Improvement District #2. “The Market has always been a place where people come together to experience what’s best about our city, and Milwaukee Mornings is a new way we’re bringing that mission to life.”
For more information and to reserve tickets, visit MilwaukeePublicMarket.org.
About Milwaukee Public Market:
As Milwaukee’s iconic food and event destination, the Milwaukee Public Market has been a vibrant community hub for locals and a must-visit experience for out-of-town guests for nearly two decades. Home to 19 independently owned vendors, the Market celebrates the best of local Milwaukee flavors and traditions while serving as a gathering place for public and private events, cooking classes, and community connection.
For additional information about the Milwaukee Public Market, please visit MilwaukeePublicMarket.org, follow @milwaukeepublicmarket on Facebook and Instagram, or call 414-336-1111.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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