August 13 — Support Milwaukee's creative entrepreneurs at the Milwaukee Night Market. This free outdoor showcase features local vendors, artists, and performers, offering perfect opportunities to discover new businesses and connect with fellow innovators.
August 20 —Celebrate the grand opening of Downtown Milwaukee's Dog Park, located right across the street from Ward4. Join fellow dog lovers for this ribbon-cutting ceremony and yappy hour celebration
in our neighborhood.
August 30-31 — Immerse yourself in creativity at the Third Ward Art Festival. This premier arts event transforms our neighborhood into a gallery of paintings, sculptures, and handcrafted works from talented regional artists.
News from Ward4
Labor Day schedule
Ward4 will be closed Friday, August 29th through Monday, September 1st in observance of Labor Day weekend. We'll reopen Tuesday, September 2nd, ready to help you tackle the final quarter of the year.
Employee appreciation
arrives
Join the World's Largest Coffee Break on August 19th as part of Downtown Milwaukee Employee Appreciation Week (August 18th-22nd). This Third Ward tradition brings together thousands of workers for free coffee, pastries, and community connection. Explore additional events throughout downtown that celebrate our city's dedicated workforce.
Entrepreneurial connections
Connect with Milwaukee's startup community at Founders Day on August 27th, followed by MiddleSix's "Closing the Deal" workshop on September 19th. There's still time to register for this valuable sales training that helps turn prospects into customers.
Inspiring Insights
“Don’t underestimate the power of building a brand. People need a brand they can connect with and tell a story. You’re giving people an incentive to talk about your brand and connect with it on a deeper level, something many companies are missing today.”
Bradley Will Founder, Mumbies
Business Spotlight
Chews with a cause
Bradley first joined Ward4 as the founder of his marketing agency, Riseable, looking for a space to grow his business and connect with other entrepreneurs. That community sparked new ideas — and while researching ways to merge his marketing skills with his passion for pup welfare, he discovered coffee wood, a sustainable material already used as a dog chew in other parts of the world.
In 2023, Bradley launched Mumbies — a natural chew brand offering what many pup parents now call the “indoor stick.” It’s a safer alternative to backyard branches and
synthetic toys, designed to satisfy dogs’ natural urge to chew while helping clean their teeth, reduce anxiety, and keep them happily occupied.
“What makes Mumbies unique is that it fills a real gap in the market. Dogs need to chew, but most options aren’t ideal. Food-based chews add unnecessary calories, hard chews like bone or antler can fracture teeth, and synthetic ones are full of toxins and plastic. The coffee wood used in Mumbies satisfies a dogs natural desire to break things down and it lasts a long time.”
Since its launch, Mumbies has expanded the product line and shipped more than 20,000 orders directly to customers — all from an idea that took shape inside Ward4’s walls.
For Bradley and the whole team, Mumbies isn’t just about chews. It’s about impact. Every purchase helps fund animal
rescues and shelters, keeping that original dream of helping dogs at the core of the brand.
Bradley has grown Mumbies into a sustainable brand that supports both pet wellness and environmental responsibility. Connect with Bradley on LinkedIn — or say hi when you see him around Ward4.
Steve's Reads
Unlocking your mental potential
Joseph Murphy's classic work reveals how your subconscious mind shapes every aspect of your life, from business success to personal relationships. In "The Power of Your Subconscious Mind," he presents practical techniques for harnessing this mental powerhouse to achieve your goals.
Through real-world examples and actionable strategies, Murphy demonstrates how positive mental programming can transform challenges into opportunities. For entrepreneurs facing daily decisions and setbacks, this book offers tools for developing unshakeable confidence and clear thinking under pressure.
