Former development commissioner receives award
Former Milwaukee Development Commissioner Rocky Marcoux has received the Milwaukee 7 regional economic development partnership’s annual Excellence in Economic Development Award.
The award, which recognizes outstanding achievements that have contributed to the economic vitality of the Milwaukee region, was presented during M7’s annual meeting Wednesday.
“Rocky has been an incredibly supportive and trusted M7 partner over the years,” said M7 cochair Gale Klappa, WEC Energy Group executive chair.
“For two decades, Rocky’s imprint was seen on every major development project in Milwaukee, creating a lasting legacy for our region,” Klappa said.
“We thank Rocky for his hard work and endless energy. He has made an exceptional contribution to our region’s growth and prosperity.”
Marcoux is the longest-serving development commissioner in the city’s history, serving for 16 years until he retired in May.
“It’s an honor for me to accept this award from the Milwaukee 7, and I greatly appreciate it,” Marcoux said.
“I remember back in 2005 when the Milwaukee 7 was formed, and the incredible collaboration that was needed to make it happen between the business community, government and economic development professionals.
“We could take that leap of faith that we could combine our assets, that we could have one marketing effort, that we could become competitive with other regions in the United States. I think since 2005, it has proven incredibly successful,” Marcoux said.