Summerfest TechAI 2025 is the can't-miss tech event this summer (June 23-26)!

In this episode, Adam and I chat with Lena DeLaet from Summerfest TechAI and Jonah Turner from Molson Coors about the revamped pitch competition, which is broken into four industry tracks, plus new additions like "Entrepreneur Alley" for founders and a tech talent lounge for job hunting.

What makes it especially cool is that corporate sponsors like Molson Coors aren't just writing checks - they're guaranteeing actual meetings for pitch winners.

Oh, and we also talk about when deer attack.

Anyway, jump into this one then get over to Summerfest-Tech.com to register for FREE!

Experience Milwaukee is proudly presented by Summerfest, Crescent 9 THC Seltzers, Habush Habush & Rottier, and Milwaukee’s very own Palermo’s Pizza.

In this jam-packed episode of the Experience Milwaukee podcast, we dive deep with Patty Pritchard Thompson from the Bayview Neighborhood Association in our Hometown Voices segment sponsored by Habush Habush & Rottier. Patty reveals the magic behind Chill on the Hill – from rubber chicken symphony performances to how this all-volunteer operation draws 5,000 people weekly with help from 75+ local sponsors!

Then, in our VISIT Milwaukee segment, John Blust delivers the ultimate June festival guide, covering everything from free Father's Day perks (hello, dinosaurs and geodes!) to an absolutely stacked weekend featuring Polish Fest, lakefront art shows, and the East Side's Summer Solstice street takeover before Summerfest kicks off.

The Milwaukee Admirals' segment features Mr. Bitter who shares the secrets of hockey's offseason hustle, from maintaining those deep fan friendships to creative promotions like $17.76 Uncle Sam bobbleheads that double as military ticket donations – plus hints at next season's surprises!

We close with our nvisia tech segment with two tech scene dynamos Lena DeLaet and Dana Moyano, fresh off their 40 Under 40 wins, who school us on Milwaukee's tech ecosystem while juggling their own massive events – proving why our city's collaborative spirit makes every conference and gathering uniquely valuable!

Experience Milwaukee is presented by Summerfest and Crescent 9 THC Seltzers and our official beer partner is New Barons Brewing Cooperative.

Thanks for listening.

Love you, Milwaukee.

In this action-packed episode of the Experience Milwaukee podcast, we kick things off with John Blust from Visit Milwaukee delivering the scoop on this month's can't-miss events – from Mother's Day festivities to the metal-meets-birds contrast of Milwaukee Metal Fest and the Brew City Birding Festival!

Then, tech guru Peter High from Metis Strategy drops knowledge bombs about AI's future and shares how "infinite interns" might just be the perfect analogy for understanding today's tech revolution.

Our newest Hometown Voices segment partner, Habush Habush & Rottier, gives us the inside story on personal injury law with some wild examples (jet ski injuries – who knew?).

We wrap with an electrifying conversation with the legendary voice of the Milwaukee Admirals, Aaron Sims, who'll make you want to rush to Panther Arena on Sunday, May 11th to catch playoff hockey at its finest – even if you've never watched a game before!

Experience Milwaukee is presented by Summerfest and Crescent 9 THC Seltzers and our official beer partner is New Barons Brewing Cooperative.

Thanks for listening.

Love you, Milwaukee.

This episode of the Experience Milwaukee podcast is all about Summerfest TechAI 2025!

Of course Adam and I are joined by Lena DeLaet from Summerfest TechAI who enthusiastically reveals this year's expanded programming at the Potawatomi Casino Hotel.

We’re also joined by tech powerhouses Tim Dickson (Regal Rexnord) and Sri Kantamneni (Schreiber Foods) share how Wisconsin manufacturers are already delivering real AI value, while EJ Sesselmann from Salesforce brings national expertise to the local scene.

We even have a special guest appearance and announcement from Dolores Ocampo Brown from Carroll University—Wisconsin's first-ever university—who announces that Carroll University is not only sponsoring the Summerfest TechAI Experience Milwaukee podcast lounge but also launching the state's first....well, you'll have to listen to find out!

Even better, nearly ALL of Summerfest Tech AI is completely free—including industry tracks, networking happy hours (and "happy hour hugs"), AND access to Summerfest itself.

There are just two paid components: the golf outing that kicks off Monday morning and the specialized tech-ed certification courses offered in partnership with Milwaukee Tech Hub Coalition (with half-price discounts for Tech Hub members).

Experience Milwaukee is proudly presented by Summerfest, Crescent 9 THC Seltzers, and Habush Habush & Rottier.

This episode serves up a feast of laughs and local gems!

Tim and Jeffrey from Milwaukee Wine Academy dish on their mission to make wine less intimidating while hosts joke about finding wines for "beer guys."

The tech segment goes hilariously off-the-rails with AI confessions, including Ryan admitting he has philosophical car conversations with ChatGPT about engine braking!

Admiral's VP "Bitter" receives hilarious catchphrases like "You're just experiencing the bitter truth!"

And VISIT Milwaukee's Ian endures Adam's cringe-worthy Mason Crosby joke: "Right between the Mason jars!"

Pure Milwaukee madness you won't want to miss!

Listen for more from the people who are making a difference in your city!

Experience Milwaukee is presented by Summerfest and Crescent 9 THC Seltzers.

Welcome to STEAM in MKE, where we explore Milwaukee's thriving science, technology, engineering, art, and math ecosystem and infrastructure.

Today, we're diving into the grassroots movement transforming our city's tech landscape with Joe Murphy and Allan Wick, the passionate minds behind Mitobyte (https://mitobyte.com).

For nearly a decade, they've been building Milwaukee's tech community one meetup at a time—creating spaces where developers, designers, and entrepreneurs connect, collaborate, and grow together.

Always over a coffee or beer, whether at a coding event, resume workshop, or hackathon.

Take a listen to learn how it all works and how you can get involved.

STEAM in MKE is proudly presented by nvisia, 7 Rivers, Summerfest Tech, Ontech Talent, Michael Best, Associated Bank, and Slalom.

For more information, visit us at SteamInMKE.com.

In this spirited March 2025 installment of EXP MKE, hosts Steve and Adam celebrate International Women's Month with a lineup of Milwaukee's finest (even though they kick things off with a dude hockey defenseman Kevin Gravel of the Admirals).

The tech spotlight shines on Dana, Lori, and Bella, who share their digital triumphs and Women in Tech adventures.

Claire buzzes through Milwaukee's March calendar, from fish fry Fridays to NCAA madness,

And it wraps up with Julianna from Three Sheeps Brewing who pours details about the Women's Beer & Spirits Collective's charity events.

And yes, Adam's still mourning the discontinued Cashmere Hammer beer throughout!

Jump in and listen to the people making it happen in Milwaukee!

Welcome to STEAM in MKE, where we explore Milwaukee's thriving Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math ecosystem and infrastructure.

In Milwaukee, tech is transforming lives and careers through powerful partnerships.

In this episode of STEAM in MKE, a reuse of an episode previously recorded at Summerfest tech 2024, we sit down with Blanca from i.c stars Milwaukee, where a 16-week immersive program is turning non-traditional talent into tech professionals.

(more about i.c. stars Milwaukee)

We also hear from Jonah from Molson Coors, who's hired nine program graduates and helped create life-changing opportunities.

STEAM in MKE is proudly presented by nvisia, 7 Rivers, Summerfest Tech, Ontech Talent, Michael Best, Associated Bank, and Slalom.

For more information, visit us at SteamInMKE.com.