Approximately 90 members and guests of the Historic King Drive Business Improvement District (BID) #8 networked, enjoyed a free outdoor breakfast and heard presentations from various speakers, including Executive Director Ray Hill, who introduced a new “Pride and Promise” BID #8 campaign during the Bronzeville Week Business Breakfast August 9, 2023 held at 1916 N. Dr. Martin … [Read more...] about Historic King Drive BID #8 hosts outdoor breakfast
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MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit featured workshops, vendors, special keynote, and more
On Saturday, January 28, 2023, the Historic King Drive Business Improvement District #8 held the "11th Annual MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit" at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., School, 3275 N. 3rd St. The MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit is held to support the growth of local entrepreneurship and to help innovators stimulate economic development, neighborhood … [Read more...] about MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit featured workshops, vendors, special keynote, and more
Historic King Drive BID #8 hosts annual meeting
The business of BID#8 is helping local businesses thrive, a theme emphasized frequently during the organization’s Annual Meeting celebrating 30 years in existence held on January 20, 2023, at Food for Health Milwaukee, a new community organization and BID#8 member located in the former Fein Brothers restaurant supply store at 2007 North Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., … [Read more...] about Historic King Drive BID #8 hosts annual meeting
Despite challenges, King Drive looks to have a bright future
While many businesses continue to struggle due to the coronavirus pandemic, Deshea Agee, Executive Director of the Historic King Drive Business Improvement District (BID) #8, is using his unique skillsets to help ensure that businesses in his district not only survive the pandemic, but thrive. Agee, who has headed the King Drive BID for more than four years, is optimistic … [Read more...] about Despite challenges, King Drive looks to have a bright future
Historic King Drive BID #8 hosts annual meeting to discuss King Drive in 2020
On Wednesday, September 25, 2019, the Historic King Drive BID #8 hosted its annual meeting at the Jewels Caribbean Restaurant, 2230 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss BID #8's plans for the King Drive business district in 2020. The event was also a chance for business and community leaders to network and develop new relationships. … [Read more...] about Historic King Drive BID #8 hosts annual meeting to discuss King Drive in 2020