Wisconsin 275 List Highlights State's Top Business Leaders

BizTimes Media publishes third edition of influential business leaders in the state

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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BizTimes Media has released the third edition of the Wisconsin 275, a publication identifying the state's most influential business leaders. The list profiles 275 individuals shaping the economic landscape of Wisconsin, representing a diverse range of industries and geographies.

Why it matters

The Wisconsin 275 serves as a barometer of influence, highlighting those individuals driving innovation, investment, and job creation in the state. The publication reflects the importance of localized economic drivers and the individuals who navigate them, particularly as Wisconsin faces challenges related to attracting and retaining skilled labor, adapting to technological changes, and fostering a supportive environment for entrepreneurship.

The details

The selection process involved a comprehensive review of the 2024 list, assessing who should be retained, removed, or newly added. BizTimes Media relied on internal knowledge, research, networking, and recommendations from the 2024 Wisconsin 275 class to compile the final list. The publication covers a diverse range of industries, including accounting, agriculture, banking and finance, construction, education, energy and utilities, entertainment, healthcare, insurance, law, manufacturing, nonprofits, real estate, restaurants, retail, sports, staffing, technology, tourism, transportation, and logistics.

  • The Wisconsin 275 list was unveiled on December 15, 2025.
  • The selection process began earlier in 2025.

The players

BizTimes Media

A media company that publishes the Wisconsin 275 list, identifying the state's most influential business leaders.

Brian Grossman

A key figure within BizTimes Media.

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The takeaway

The Wisconsin 275 list highlights the influential business leaders driving innovation, investment, and job creation in the state, reflecting the importance of localized economic drivers and the individuals who navigate them. The publication serves as a valuable resource for understanding the key players in Wisconsin's business community and the challenges they are addressing, such as attracting and retaining skilled labor, adapting to technological changes, and fostering entrepreneurship.