In 1978, Neil Manke took the experience he had gained working in the family business at Don’s Marine and formed his own company to meet the marine contracting needs of southern Wisconsin. Quickly, everyone knew that Manke Enterprises is the go to for installations and marine recovery. Over the last 30 years, Manke Enterprises has grown and is now servicing over a dozen lakes in southern Wisconsin. They now have 4 crews and 2 custom-built crane barges working year-round, on the lakes and off.


Manke Enterprises is able to meet the stringent and unique demands of some of the area’s most important customers. The Villages of Shorewood Hills and Maple Bluff, the City of Madison, the UW Athletic Department, the Wisconsin DNR, and homeowners will tell you that Manke Enterprises has the experience, service and products to make sure that your project is done right the first time.