Employ Milwaukee’s Business Solutions team works closely with businesses to understand their needs and provide tailored talent solutions including labor market information, recruitment, job readiness training, pre-screening, specialized training, On-The-Job (OJT) training, human resource services, and retention services. Employ Milwaukee wants businesses of all sizes to thrive in Southeastern Wisconsin, whether it’s a small family-owned business, large company with specific staffing needs, or a new employer considering a move to the area.
Jeffrey McAlister
Jeff has been improving community outreach and relations within EMI’s Business Solutions team for 14 years! In his current position as a Business Solutions Manager, Jeff oversees employer engagement, which includes working with local employers to understand their workforce needs, collaborating with EMI Program Managers to fulfill those needs, and coordinating hiring events.
"My vision for Employ Milwaukee's Business Solutions department is to be a recognized and trusted resource for employers."
Jeff can be reached at Jeffrey.McAlister@employmilwaukee.org or 414-270-1733
Frederick Nelson
Frederick Nelson has been a member of Employ Milwaukee’s team for over 6 years. As a Business Sector Specialist, Frederick’s primary tasks include assisting and connecting employers with desirable talent, organizing hiring events and continuing to develop EMI’s relationships with local hiring managers.
“By giving someone a job opportunity and them gaining a sustainable wage, it strengthens the families in our communities and contributes to the city’s economic development.”
Fred can be reached at Frederick.Nelson@employmilwaukee.org or 414-270-1738
Karen Adams
Karen has been a team member at Employ Milwaukee for over 14 years. She started her tenure at Employ Milwaukee in administrative roles and in 2016 advanced to a role with the community engagement team. Now as a part of the Business Solutions team, Karen’s primary responsibilities are to coordinate, plan, organize, and implement rapid response activities to assist workers affected by layoffs or business closures. She assists with hiring events and follows up with job seekers on their employment status and additional assistance, as needed.
“I am dedicated to growth and enjoy working with people and helping them find respectable work—work that dignifies one's character with a livable wage.”
Karen can be reached at karen.adams@employmilwaukee.org or 414-270-1777.
Latisha Bowman
Latisha Bowman offers more than 10 years of administrative expertise and is pursuing a master’s degree in counseling, strengthening her people‑centered approach to workforce development. She joined Employ Milwaukee as a BankWork$ Instructor in October 2024 before advancing into the Business Solutions team.
As a Business Solutions Specialist, Latisha's work encompasses business partnerships, community workforce needs, labor market trends, and funding opportunities, creating pathways for individuals from marginalized and returning populations while helping employers invest in inclusive, sustainable talent development. Driven by a strong interest in work readiness training and reentry initiatives, Latisha focuses on building reliable, long‑term employer‑employee relationships that support business growth and workforce sustainability.
“I hope to bridge the gap for sustainable employer and employee relationships.”
Latisha can be reached at latisha.bowman@employmilwaukee.org or 414-270-1704.
Contact Business Services at (414) 270-1700 or biz.services@employmilwaukee.org to learn more about these opportunities to grow your workforce.
Employ Milwaukee
1322 North 8th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53205
Phone: (414) 270-1700Fax: (414) 225-2375
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