Milwaukee’s East Side is growing—and now is the perfect time to grow with us. Whether you're dreaming of launching a new venture or expanding your existing business into a walkable, high-traffic, and culture-rich neighborhood, we’ve got the space for you.

Congratulations to our Executive Director, Ryan Laessig, on an incredible first year leading the East Side Business Improvement District! From his first introduction in Fall 2024 to now, Ryan has brought fresh energy, community focus, and creative vision to the vibrant arts hub of the East Side.

A celebration of top memories and accomplishments on the East Side in 2023

Updates about new BID Board members, Rapid Implementation bike lanes, area management and BID beautification, upcoming events and more.

Get updates on our State of the BID survey, new businesses joining the BID, the Ivanhoe Public Plaza, upcoming events, Summer Soulstice Music Festival and more.

Favorite East Side BID moments from 2022, updates on the latest business and economic development, important information about infrastructure improvements and key dates to look forward to in 2023