Alumni

“I was a member of the first Business World class. I most remember how quickly we all became close and how much fun it was \"forming\" our business and working together.”
– Stephanie Gregory (Paradowski) , Milwaukee Juneau High School, 1982 / Marketing Specialist, Geneva Hospitality, LLC

“At the time I went I remember it was nice to meet kids from all over the state and then keep in touch with some of them over the years. It is a wonderful experience that anyone who has the opportunity to attend, should!”
– Turi Miller , Chippewa Falls High School, 1986 / Admin. Asst. – Exec Team, Chippewa Valley Technical College

“This was an excellent opportunity to network with students and business professionals from across Wisconsin. Perhaps the most important memory would be the individuals I met during BW.”
– Joseph Bohn , Orfordville Parkview High School, 1989 / Human Resource Manager, University of Illinois

“I seized the opportunity to be elected as the leader of my company and never looked back. I take the same approach to my life today as I strive to be the best leader I can in the world of business. Simply life changing!”
– Shane Hackney , Jefferson High School, 1992 / Project Manager, CIBER Inc.

“BW was an amazing experience. The self confidence that I developed as a direct result my experience at BW has helped me to achieve all that I have up to now. I truly view my BW week as a major factor in my personal and professional success.”
– Stacy Bolger (Eldridge) , Sun Prairie High School, 1994 / Curriculum Delivery Instructor, American Family Insurance

“I have taken a lot from the BW experience. It has helped me understand more about business and real life. It definately helped me grow in my career, even at a young age. Thank you.”
– Adam Furger , West Bend West High School, 1999 / IT Tech, Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii

“I got to reinforce skills that I learned in my previous business classes as well as learn new things. Business World^ฎ also reinforced my belief that I have a future in business. However, even if I don’t go into business, the business and communication skills I learned will be very valuable to my future.”
- Melissa Hogan , Hartford Union High School, 2004

“I had a great time and can’t wait to come back next year!”
– Jenna Pasch , Pulaski High School, 2006