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TEMPO Milwaukee will host its 11th Annual Leadership Event on Thursday, Oct. 13, from 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at The Pfister Hotel, 424 E. Wisconsin Ave. in Milwaukee. Tommy Spaulding, inspirational speaker on leadership and two-time New York Times best-selling author, will give the keynote address about living and leading from the heart. The cost to attend is $75. For more information or to register, visit www.tempomilwaukee.org.
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SHARP Literacy will host A Novel Event 2016 on Monday, Oct. 17, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Pfister Hotel, 424 E. Wisconsin Ave. in Milwaukee. John Quinones, broadcast journalist and host of “What Would You Do?” will give the keynote address. The cost is $125 per person and raises funds for SHARP’s foundational literacy program serving more than 8,000 elementary school students in 36 of Milwaukee’s most at-risk schools. For more information or to register, visit www.sharpliteracy.org. The Women’s Fund of Greater Milwaukee will host a Rad Women Celebration on Thursday, Oct. 20, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Italian Conference Center, 631 E. Chicago St. in Milwaukee. Kate Schatz, New York Times bestselling author of “Rad American Women A to Z” and “Rad Women Worldwide,” will give a keynote on “Being Rad for Social Change.” The cost is $1,500 for a table sponsorship. For more information or to register, visit www.womensfundmke.org. BizTimes Media will host the Nonprofit Excellence Awards on Thursday, Nov. 3, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Potawatomi Hotel & Casino, 1721 W. Canal St. in Milwaukee. The event will recognize area corporations for their dedication to making a positive difference in the community by donating their time, talent and treasure, and area nonprofits for making the region a better place to live, work and play. Cost is $40. For more information or to register, visit See the complete calendar of www.biztimes.com/npawards. upcoming events & meetings.
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Granular Milwaukee-based paid search advertising agency Granular has announced it will offer two annual $500 scholarships to full-time college students enrolled at accredited Wisconsin colleges or universities. The firm is accepting applications for the fall 2016 and spring 2017 semesters through Nov. 18. Applicants, who must be U.S. residents with a GPA higher than 3.2, are asked to complete a 500- to 750-word essay on a time they challenged a commonly held belief or idea; an occasion when they created something new to solve a problem; or an instance in which they persevered through
Our mission is to share God’s love by enriching the lives of older adults through excellent housing, care and services. Primary focus: As a nonprofit, faith-based organization and one of the finest senior living communities in southeastern Wisconsin, Luther Manor offers “Independence as long as you want it. Compassionate care whenever you need it.” Its comprehensive care continuum offers independent living apartments with and without supportive living services, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care and hospice.
rejection. Granular will choose awardees based on the originality and creativity of the essay submission, and their participation and leadership in community and school activities. More information is available at www.granularmarketing.com/scholarship.
Godfrey & Kahn S.C. Milwaukee law firm Godfrey & Kahn S.C. announced shareholder Christine Liu McLaughlin has been named to the United Way’s National Women’s Leadership Council. The NWLC includes 60,000 women from all across the world who come together to promote positive change in the communities in which they live and work, notably in the areas of education, income and health. The WLC supports the United Way’s mission with a hands-on approach focused on leadership, resource development and advocacy. McLaughlin is chair of the Labor & Employment Law Practice Group in Godfrey & Kahn's Milwaukee office.
Weiss Berzowski LLP Jacqueline Messler has been named a 2016 “Up and Coming Lawyer” by the Wisconsin Law Journal. A graduate of Marquette University, Jacqueline is an attorney in the Milwaukee office of Weiss Berzowski LLP. Her practice focuses on estate planning, tax law and business law.
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Westbury Bank welcomes new marketing manager Sarah Mentel. She brings 12 years of experience in marketing, event planning and sales to the bank.
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BIZ NO T ES Harley-Davidson Motor Co. Inc. has won a 2016 International Torch Award for Ethics from the Council of Better Business Bureaus. The Torch Award is given to businesses that demonstrate superior commitment to exceptional ethics practices that benefit their customers, employees, suppliers, shareholders and surrounding communities. HarleyDavidson became eligible for the International Award after winning the local Torch Award competition from the BBB Serving Wisconsin in May. Finalists were selected by an independent panel of business ethics experts. The winners were honored in a ceremony on Sept. 20 in Indianapolis.
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Bank Mutual, Milwaukee, has named Lindsay Tafelski vice president, residential regional sales manager to support its mortgage operations in northeast and northwest Wisconsin and in Minnesota. Tafelski will be responsible for developing, leading and training mortgage loan officers, along with promoting business development for the bank offices in these regions.
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Other focuses: Luther Manor also offers shortterm rehabilitation services after a hospital stay and adult day programs which promote health, social confidence and memory wellness. Employees at this location: 560 Key donors: Luther Manor Foundation raises money in support of resident care and enrichment. Since 1985, the foundation has contributed more than $11.4 million in grants to ensure residents may continue calling Luther Manor home, even after their financial resources no longer meet expenses associated with their care and housing. Support for Luther Manor Foundation comes from individuals, congregations, corporations and foundations. More than half of Luther Manor residents contribute to the foundation. For information, please contact Luther Manor Foundation at (414) 831-8950. Executive leadership: »» Stephanie Chedid, president and chief executive officer »» Elizabeth (Bette) Diehl, chief financial officer »» Julie Jolitz, chief clinical officer »» Lauren Malensek, chief human resource officer »» Cherie Swenson, executive director,
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Board of directors: »» Stephanie Chedid, president »» James Hoffman, vice president »» Kathleen Czarniak, secretary »» Stephanie Knowles, secretary »» Timothy Schoewe, treasurer »» Rev. William Knapp, chair »» Gregory Fream »» Kristine Iwinski »» Elaine Schmeda »» May yer Thao Is your organization actively seeking board members for the upcoming term? Yes, Luther Manor is seeking board members for the Luther Manor Foundation, which is the fundraising arm of the community. What roles are you looking to fill? Luther Manor is looking for individuals who are passionate about the arts and/or health care reform and their potential impact on seniors. A network of connections to potential donors who share Luther Manor’s mission is a definite plus. Ways the business community can help your nonprofit: Luther Manor welcomes support through sponsorships, fundraising, industry expertise, residents and volunteers. Luther Manor's Volunteer Services program includes more than 75 different positions and provides more than 47,000 hours of community service each year. Friends of Luther Manor serves as a link between Luther Manor and the more than 70 Lutheran congregations that make up the United Lutheran Program for the Aging. The group of volunteer members also provides important financial support to Luther Manor through membership dues ...........................SPOTLIGHT continued on page 45
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Pewaukee-based VJS Construction has hired Jennifer Kolp as a senior estimator. Prior to joining VJS, Kolp was a senior estimator for J.P. Cullen & Sons Inc. Additionally, Ryan Riemenschneider was hired as a chief estimator. Prior to joining VJS, Riemenschnieder was the preconstruction and estimating manager for another local J.P. Cullen & Sons .
■ Hospitality Marcus Hotels & Resorts, Milwaukee, has appointed Lael Garner-Weadock as director of training and development. She has 19 years of experience in training, development and customer service. She most recently served as
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national field training manager for Noodles & Co., where she was responsible for oversight of regional trainers, as well as the conception and implementation of training programs for more than 500 restaurants in 27 states.
Alex Derenne was recently named sales manager for the Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee. Derenne works with her clients to coordinate a night (or day) to remember – no matter the size, shape or scope. She previously served as food and beverage manager at Milwaukee Athletic Club.
Key fundraising events: Luther Manor’s annual fundraising event is Love Lights. Marking the beginning of the Advent season for many in the Luther Manor community, Love Lights is an opportunity for donors to remember and pay tribute to loved ones by sponsoring lights in
The Lowe Group, Milwaukee, has hired Katherine Murray as vice president, client relations and business development. Murray will focus on client marketing and communications strategy and business development.
■ Insurance Garrett Maloney has joined Robertson Ryan & Associates, Milwaukee. He is an insurance agent for personal lines, commercial lines P&C, health and life, and employee benefits. Before joining RRA, Maloney worked in underwriting for Travelers Insurance. His father, Terry Maloney, and brother Ryan Maloney are also agents with RRA.
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STIR, Milwaukee, recently hired Laura Horan as the new public relations and social media account executive, and Charlie Boris as an account executive.
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Tolga Gulmen has joined Milwaukee-based
■ Marketing & Public Relations Watertown-based Fisher Barton announced
their name. The annual tree lighting ceremony will be held Dec. 8, 2016, at 4:30 p.m. in the Welcome Center (4545 N. 92nd St., Wauwatosa). The Love Lights tree is illuminated in blue, signifying hope for continued blessings in the lives of all who trust Luther Manor to care. Get the latest nonprofit news delivered to your inbox every Friday. Sign up for BizTimes’ Nonprofit Weekly at biztimes.com/subscribe
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been named chair of the board of directors of Diverse & Resilient, Milwaukee. Make-A-Wish Foundation, Wauwatosa, has named Peter Duback of Robert W. Baird & Co. Inc.; David Dean of the Milwaukee Bucks; Luis Arroyo of Michael Best & Friedrich LLP; and Joe Imhoff of PricewaterhouseCoopers, to its board of directors.
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United Lutheran Program for the Aging, the governing body of Luther Manor, a Life Plan Community for seniors in Wauwatosa, Grafton and Mequon, has named three new Fream directors. They are: Kris Iwinski, vice president of PNC Bank Financial Services Group in Milwaukee; May yer “Mine za” Thao, executive director of the Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce in Milwaukee; and Greg Fream, coach and consultant at Wauwatosa-based GFF Executive Coaching and former president and CEO of Schenck AccuRate. They will each serve three-year terms.
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Andrus Intellectual Property Law as an associate. Gulmen is a registered patent attorney and focuses his practice on domestic and international patent prosecution, licensing and strategic intellectual property portfolio development.
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the appointment of Igor Zelenovskiy to the role of group president. As group president, Zelenovskiy will have responsibility for all of the company’s operating units worldwide. He joined Fisher Barton in 2014 as president of the Fisher Barton Technology Center. Prior to joining Fisher Barton, he served in various leadership positions.
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Girls on the Run of Greater Milwaukee has recently added Ann Rovito, clinical engineering manager at Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin; Kate Bechen, partner at Sheahan Husch Blackwell LLP; and Corey Sheahan, associate attorney at Foley & Lardner LLP, to its board of directors. Each will serve a two-year term.
Tanya Atkinson, vice president of external affairs at Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin Inc. and executive director of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin, has
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Colliers International | Wisconsin, Milwaukee, has added Tammy Babisch to the company’s brokerage operations. She will focus on landlord representation for the Colliers | Wisconsin Office Group. Babisch has more than 25 years of commercial real estate experience, most recently as general manager for 100 East, a high-rise office tower in downtown Milwaukee.
■ Technology Phil D’Acquisto has been hired as quality manager by TLX Technologies, Pewaukee. D’Acquisto has a background in business and quality management. He has 12 years of experience in quality metrics, continuous and process improvement, and strategic planning.
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