The Business Association of Milwaukee was formed by several bar owners, and was primarily a vehicle to coordinate purchasing of such common bar operation supplies as napkins, bar stools, bar fixtures, etc. at more favorable prices (by purchasing in bulk). BAM came to have a social side as well, and began to organize bar crawls to Madison and Chicago, among other events.

Among the principal figures in BAM were Bob Schmidt (of the M&M Club), Chuck Cicirello (of the Factory) (also known as Chuck Balistreri), Wayne Bernhagen (of the Wreck Room), and Paul DeMarco (of the Club Baths). (See a list of business members of BAM in October 1980 image to right.)

Any additional information about this organization is most welcome.