FUEL Milwaukee creates experiences that are equal parts professional development, community exploration, and networking. These signature programs connect talent to the leaders, ideas, and places shaping Milwaukee — with energy and impact.
Professional Growth
- Professional Development Bootcamp
Our flagship program. Five days. Fifteen workshops. High-octane, actionable learning that attracts more than 1,000 professionals each year. Bootcamp is where careers accelerate, networks expand, and emerging leaders sharpen their skills. - Leadership Luncheons
Monthly conversations with senior executives across industries. Leaders share candid insights on their journeys, challenges, and lessons learned — giving professionals a real-world view of what it takes to lead.
Community Connection
- Access Events
Signature behind-the-scenes experiences that showcase Milwaukee’s distinct people, places, and industries. From hardhat tours of new developments to cultural spotlights and food tastings, Access Events immerse professionals in the depth and diversity of the region. - Adopt-a-Nonprofit
A pathway for professionals to connect with local nonprofits, gain board-readiness experience, and contribute directly to causes shaping Milwaukee’s future.
Networking & Socials
Networking is built into everything FUEL does — but we also create spaces where connection takes center stage.
- Purely Socials
Relaxed gatherings that combine fun with authentic networking. Think summer yacht cruises, seasonal socials, and experiences in Milwaukee’s most unique venues. - Every Event a Connection
From Bootcamp to Access tours, every program is intentionally designed to spark new relationships and deepen existing ones.
What’s In It for Talent
Career growth. Real connections. A deeper Milwaukee.
FUEL is designed for early- and mid-career professionals who want to build their skills, expand their networks, and explore the city in new ways.
Here’s what FUEL offers you:
- Professional Growth → Bootcamp, Leadership Luncheons, and workshops that accelerate careers and prepare you for leadership.
- Community Connection → Access Events, nonprofit partnerships, and experiences that reveal what makes Milwaukee distinct.
- Networking Everywhere → From Purely Socials to tours, every program is designed to connect you with peers, mentors, and future collaborators.
- Belonging → A community where professionals across industries feel welcome, valued, and inspired to lead.
Membership is free — thanks to MMAC employer members who power the work. Some events are free, others carry registration fees, but all are designed to deliver meaningful value and lasting connections.