Fellowship Open Annual Meeting Salutes Corporate Excellence, 26th Consecutive Sell Out

On Saturday, June 28, 2026, Northwestern Mutual Life’s gleaming conference center atop their corporate headquarters in downtown Milwaukee was the setting for the 2026 Fellowship Open annual meeting and a warm celebration of Milwaukee’s corporate leadership excellence, while announcing that this year’s tournament is SOLD OUT for the 26th consecutive year.

The annual gathering honored Darrel Hackett, U.S. CEO of BMO Financial Group; Raymond J. Manista, Executive Vice President and Chief Legal and Public Affairs Officer at Northwestern Mutual; and Steven Radke, President of the Northwestern Mutual Foundation. The event, attended by many of Milwaukee’s key civic and business leaders including Mayor Cavalier Johnson who addressed the distinguished gathering of business and community leaders, acknowledged the honorees’ contributions to inclusion, education, and community development.

The event highlighted the tremendous success of the nationally acclaimed MKE Fellows program as a proven professional development model fostering ethical, engaged young leaders. The partnership with BMO and Northwestern Mutual exemplifies how corporate leadership can create lasting impact. Together, the honorees’ commitment to inclusion and opportunity aligns perfectly with the program’s mission, building a stronger future for Milwaukee’s next generation of leaders.

The Fellowship Open golf tournament, set for Friday, August 21, 2026, at Kettle Hills Golf Course is sold out for the 26th consecutive year, demonstrating continued community support and engagement. For more information visit www.fellowshipopen.org.