Actually multiple lists…Greenfire Management Services was named to Milwaukee Business Journal’s prestigious Book of Lists in the following categories:

#4 in Largest Minority Owned Companies

#12 in Largest Construction Companies

#43 in the Largest Milwaukee area-based Private Companies

Each year, the leading Milwaukee area business magazine recognizes businesses that are headquartered in the greater Milwaukee area based on self-reported data. The lists are compiled and become a who’s who of various industries. The list of minority owned businesses includes 28 companies and Greenfire is in good company with Potawatomi Business Development Corp ranking #3. The list of construction companies includes 30 companies including construction management firms, general contractors and design-build firms. Of the private companies, Greenfire joined 51 others on the list ranging from insurance companies to healthcare providers.

Being on these lists helps build brand awareness of Greenfire and promote the services, clients and projects we work on every day.

Mike Holl and Michael Moe, both of Greenfire Management Services have been recognized by The Daily Reporter as Newsmakers of the Year. This annual awards ceremony recognizes the top 50 individuals in the construction industry within Wisconsin.

Holl was named “Super Super,” is a superintendent and has been with Greenfire for over nine years. He is currently leading the Greenfire team as part of a joint venture with Gilbane on the major renovations at Potawatomi Casino | Hotel in Milwaukee, WI. The $150 million project will transform the casino into a destination and help attract and retain more guests. He also was part of the St. Camillus East Tower project that provided additional independent living units and amenities to the private senior living campus. Holl is admired by his team and the company’s leadership for his ability to mentor and train staff. His attention to detail and his high level of standards ensures our clients are satisfied.

Moe was recognized as a “Rising Young Professional,” is a business development coordinator and has been at the company for three years. He is a registered Forest County Potawatomi Community member and originally from the Wausau area. His approach to business development is to build genuine relationships and help find the right opportunities for the company. He also helps with marketing efforts such as proposals, tradeshows, career fairs and special events. Moe is an asset to the team and has trained others in marketing and business development. In the past year, he was involved in the ACRE program (where he graduated in the top five of his class), CARW NextGen and NAIOP Developing Leaders. He continues to excel both in the office and in the industry.

The efforts both of these individuals have put forth is an example of core values each Greenfire team member embodies. We are proud of them and proud to celebrate their achievements.

A little of this and a lot of that makes a great pot of Chili. Just ask Ed Person or Ron Wiedeman – the Cook-off Champions for the 2023 Greenfire Chili-Cook-off.

Each year, the Greenfire offices host a chili cook-off featuring pots of the good stuff from team members. This year, the Northern Team hosted their lunch and had two official judges, Tom Heinrich, VP of Operations and Brian Kraus, CFO. They tasted each pot of chili, judged based on flavor, heat and desire to have a second bowl. Ultimately, they awarded Ron Wiedeman with the honor of Best Chili North of Highway 10!

The Milwaukee team tried six different versions and each voted for their favorite. After many years of trying, Ed Person walked away with the trophy (that he crafted many years ago, but never won). His chili was named “Sweet Creamy Heat,” and the crockpot was nearly empty by the end of the lunch.

Thanks to Cheryl Bousquet and Sherrie Harenda for planning, organizing and hosting the cook-offs. They solicit the chefs, purchase the condiments (including the Tums), set up and clean up the event. They also serve as the official score keepers and announcers for the event. Without their help, our bellies would be empty and our ground beef would be boring.

Simmi Urbanek, director of marketing at Greenfire Mangement Services was named by the BizTimes as a Notable Nonprofit Board Leader based on her involvement in various nonprofit organizations around the Milwaukee area. She was the Walker’s Point Association president for several years and represented the south-side neighborhood at various city events, meetings and monthly community gatherings. She founds ways to bridge together the residents and businesses of the neighborhood including major corporations like Komatsu and Rite-Hite. She was also part of organizing an annual street festival and bi-annual neighborhood clean-ups.

Urbanek was also the chair of the Professional Dimensions Imprint Awards from 2022-2023. Prior to that, she served as vice chair of the annual fundraising event for one of Milwaukee’s leading women’s organizations. The event drew over 400 people and raised money for a local nonprofit organization that helps girls and women advance in society.

In addition to her involvement in Walker’s Point Association and Professional Dimensions, Urbanek volunteers for her children’s school PTO, Cub Scout Pack 235 and Islands of Brilliance – a nonprofit focused on engaging neurodiverse students with creative mentors. In the fall of 2023, Urbanek joined the Island of Brilliance board of directors and is raising awareness for the organization and its expanding offerings. All of these causes are personal passions and she continues to shine light on those that need it. Her leadership and engagement are an asset to the the community.