Leadership Changes Announced for Milwaukee Downtown
A leadership transition plan was approved by Milwaukee Downtown's Executive Committee at its January 9, 2025 meeting. Beth Weirick, who has led Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 since 1998 as the organization’s only executive director and chief executive officer since its founding, will step down as CEO on June 27, 2025. Matt Dorner, currently Milwaukee Downtown’s Economic Development Director, has been tapped as successor. His appointment to CEO was approved by the Executive Committee this month. Weirick will work with Dorner over the next six months to ensure a seamless transition.