Talent retention, innovation, and startup activity have long been lagging in Milwaukee — but in recent years, we've seen the momentum pick up. The Commons is one of the organizations making this shift happen.
The Commons brings students from Milwaukee's collegiate ecosystem together and pairs them up with our thriving corporate and startup worlds to teach them entrepreneurial and innovative skills. They get real-world experience working with Milwaukee area businesses, and everyone wins.
On this episode, we're joined by three of The Commons Innovation Fellows: Olivia Menzia, Tara Rahmani, and Ahmed Ali. We'll learn about their diverse backstories, what going through the Commons has taught them, their perspectives on Milwaukee, and why they've all chosen to stay here after graduating — even though that isn't what they planned on.