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upcoming EVENTS \\

MAXimize Your MembershipWednesday, August 7, 2013 \\ 8:00 am - 9:30 amPortage County Business Council, Foundation Room5501 Vern Holmes Drive | Stevens Point, WI 54482

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Small Business X-ChangeWednesday, August 14, 2013 \\ 7:30 am - 8:30 amPortage County Business Council, Foundation Room5501 Vern Holmes Drive | Stevens Point, WI 54482

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SalesNetThursday, August 15, 2013 \\ 11:45 am - 1:00 pmPortage County Business Council, Foundation Room5501 Vern Holmes Drive | Stevens Point, WI 54482

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Business After HoursMonday, August 19, 2013 \\ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pmBMO Harris Bank1245 Main Street | Stevens Point, WI 54481

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2013-14 Leadership Portage CountyAugust 23, 2013 - May 15, 2014Applications due by July 26, 2013

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AgTourTuesday, September 17, 2013 \\ Noon - 5:00 pmEvent begins at WPS Corporation

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» BECOME AN LPC SPONSORWe’re looking forward to another exciting year for Leadership Portage County! This nine month program balances leadership skill development with a greater understanding of the issues and challenges facing Portage County, preparing participants for more active leadership roles in the workplace and community.

There are only a few spaces remaining for this year’s class which begins on August 23rd. Participants come from diverse backgrounds representing business, government, arts, education and community organizations. Participation is open to any resident of Portage County, not just Portage County Business Council members.

We also offer member businesses the opportunity to become a program or session sponsor. This is a great way to help support a valuable community program while promoting your business.

If you know of someone who would benefit from this program or would like more information about a sponsorship, have them contact the Director of Foundation, Bill Christiansen at 715-344-1940 or fdn@portagecountybiz.com

LEADERSHIP PORTAGE COUNTY SPACES AND SPONSORS

PLAN TO ATTEND 12TH ANNUAL WINES OF THE WORLD EVENT» REGISTERThe Portage County Business Council is excited to host the 12th Annual Wines of the World event scheduled for Friday, October 25, 2013.

Join us that evening from 6:00PM – 9:00PM at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Convention Center, 1001 Amber Avenue, Stevens Point for an international journey as we sample a selection of wines from around the world featured by The Bottle Stop. A taste-tempting array of fine cuisine prepared by the Holiday Inn Hotel & Convention Center and Rockman’s

Catering, a silent auction, a beer bar by the Stevens Point Brewery and soft live jazz music will make the evening complete. This event will provide an opportunity for guests to network, socialize and have fun learning about wine.

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Anderson, O’Brien, Bertz, Skrenes & Golla, LLP is pleased to announce that Attorneys Katherine Young and Bradley Yanke have recently joined the firm as associates. Katherine graduated with honors from the University of Wisconsin Law School in Madison in 2013 and is originally from Antigo. Her areas of practice are estate planning and business law. Brad is originally from Marshfield. In May of 2011, he graduated with honors from Marquette University Law School. For the past two years Brad has been litigating complex criminal, civil, appellate, and family law matters in the Fox Valley. Brad’s areas of practice are personal injury and litigation.\\

The Team Schierl Companies’ Golf Classic was held on June 19, 2013 at the Stevens Point Country Club. Team Schierl Companies and former NFL players Bill Schroeder, Jerry Wunsch, Ryan Longwell and Frank Winters assisted in raising over $71,000 for the Circle of Friends Foundation and the Team Schierl Charitable Giving Fund. The Golf Classic was attended by 160 golfers who participated in the fundraising event.Circle of Friends is a non-profit foundation that is designed to improve the lives of children who have gone through medical and physiological challenges while coping with cancer. Circle of Friends was founded by former Green Bay Packer, Bill Schroeder along with Jerry Wunsch, a veteran of the Wisconsin Badgers and Seattle Seahawks. \\

Samuels Group | Environments, a division of The Samuels Group, Inc., announces the addition of Andrea Michalske as a Commercial Furniture Design Intern. During her internship, Andrea will assist the sales and design team with space planning, specifications, and client meetings.Andrea is an Interior Architecture student at UW-Stevens Point. She received the Center for the Visual Arts Scholarship in 2011 and an Interior Architecture Academic Excellence Award in 2013. Andrea is a member of the American Society of Interior Designers student chapter.\\

CAP Services is proud to announce its Children’s Discovery Center earned a five-star rating in Wisconsin’s YoungStar program for a second straight year.

YoungStar is a program of Wisconsin’s Department of Children and Families created to improve the quality of child care for Wisconsin children. YoungStar evaluates and rates the quality of care given by child care providers, helps parents choose the best child care for their children, supports providers with tools and training to deliver high-quality early care, and sets a consistent standard for child care quality. A five-star rating is the highest rating the agency awards.\\

CAP Services of Stevens Point has become the U.S. Small Business Administration’s newest micro-lender in Wisconsin. They will provide business assistance and lending services in Portage, Outagamie, Marquette, Waupaca, Waushara and Wood counties.\\

Ellis Stone Construction Company is pleased to announce Nick Brandl has accepted a position as Estimator/Assistant Project Manager. He has several years of previous experience with a general contractor where he worked while completing his bachelor’s degree in Construction Management from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Brandl is from Lino Lakes, Minnesota but now lives in Schofield, Wisconsin. \\

The TREG Foundation, Coldwell Banker The Real Estate Group’s not-for-profit foundation, raised over $25,000 in their 11th annual charity golf outing, held on May 14, 2013 at Mid Vallee Golf Course. The TREG Foundation was a vision set up in 2003 by several Coldwell Banker The Real Estate Group, Inc. sales associates. They approached management with the idea of setting up a fund within the Community Foundation to provide a vehicle for philanthropies given by the company.\\

The Business Briefs column is an avenue to spotlight noteworthy business and professional accomplishments, recognition and awards among our Business Council members.Submit items of interest, in 100 words or less, to: admin@portagecountybiz.com by the 24th of the month prior to the next newsletter issue.business BRIEFS \\

» REGISTER> Continental Breakfast served> No cost to attend but the value of the information may be priceless!

MID-YEAR OUTLOOK 2013: INVESTORS’ TRAIL MAP TO THE MARKETS

ABOUT SMALL BUSINESS X-CHANGEA roundtable series of meetings that allow small business

owners and their employees the opportunity to discuss

pertinent topics, learn from local industry leaders and, most

importantly, learn from each other.

DETAILSTo help you plan for what lies ahead, we bring you our Mid-Year Outlook 2013: Investors’ Trail Map to the Markets, a fun, summer hiking themed, plain-English presentation of our view of the economy and what the financial markets are likely to bring forth for the remainder of 2013.

ABOUT OUR SPONSORSchulfer & Associates, LLC Financial Professionals is an independent firm, aligned with LPL Financial. With one of the largest and most experienced research groups among independent firms, we offer true, unbiased opinions, meaning we have no proprietary products to sell, no “parent company” ownership, no investment banking or insurance company relationships to promote, nor any other conflicts to get in the way of true, independent and unbiased information. Securities and Advisory Services offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor, member FINRA and SIPC.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN > Timely, relevant information to the economy and financial markets, applicable to our personal and business lives.> Schulfer & Associates view of what the rest of 2013 is likely to bring forth and why.> “Take Away’s” - suggested “to do” points.

SMALL BUSINESS X-CHANGE08.14.13 \\ 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

PCBC - FOUNDATION ROOM

LouAnn Schulfer, AIF ®Accredited Investment FiduciaryCo-Owner of Schulfer & Associates, LLCFinancial Professionals

The PCBC office is a drop-off site for donations for Project Fresh Start. Project Fresh Start is a program that provides children and families in need with free school supplies. Donation drive ends Tuesday, August 13.Add your donation to the collection box in our entryway!

DROP OFF SCHOOL SUPPLIES AT OUR OFFICE!

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AMBASSADORS TAKE PART IN UWSP FRESHMAN ORIENTATION

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HOST \

BMO Harris Bank1245 Main StreetStevens Point, WI 54481(downtown location)

Enjoy complimentary hor d’oeuvres, refreshments, and door prize giveaways.

No Cost to attend!

Pre-registration is appreciated.Please RSVP by Friday, August 16, 2013.

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS08.19.13 \\ 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

PRESENTING SPONSOR Arts Alliance of Portage County

Join us on September 26, 2013 for our Women In Business luncheon! Follow the link below to register.For questions contact Karen at 715-344-1940 or kschanoc@portagecountybiz.com

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EVENT SCHEDULE11:15AM Registration & Networking11:30AM Welcome11:45AM Lunch (consisting of Chicken Parmesan,

Sweet Potatoes spiced and baked, Italian Style Roasted

Vegetables, Artisan Rolls and Cheesecake for dessert)

12:10PM Introduction of John Hartman12:15PM Presentation “Your Image Is Important!”12:50PM Door Prize Giveaways1:00PM Closing

LOCATION DETAILSUWSP, Dreyfus University Center (Alumni Room), 1015 Reserve Street, Stevens PointFree Parking will be available in Lot X on campus for this event only

OTHER WOMEN IN BUSINESS EVENTS THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013Presenting Sponsor \\Wisconsin Public Service Corporationheld at the BEST WESTERN Plover Hotel & Conference Center catered by Rockman’s Catering.

WOMEN IN BUSINESS09.26.13 \\ 11:15 AM - 1:00 PM

UWSP

The Ambassadors Club sponsored a community information booth at the Dreyfus University Center during UW-Stevens Point’s New Freshmen Orientation Program June 4 through July 11, 2013. The booth provided information from Business Council members and Portage County to new students and their parents. Over 500 phonebooks, 375 Green Circle maps, 500 Visitors Guides, and 400 Portage County maps were distributed.

Ambassadors Dorothy Pientka from Community First Bank and Jeremy Castleberg from Associated Bank helped out working the booth.

Job Fair

2013 fall

10:00am – 3:00pmTuesday, September 10th, 2013

UWSP Dreyfus University Center

visit http://www.uwsp.edu/centers/sieo/Pages/Employment/forEmployers/PostJob.aspx for more information!

Questions? contact amber prokopiak at 715-346-2893 or at sieojfc@uwsp.edu

connect. recruit. hire.

Student Employees.

2013 PLATINUM PIE INVESTORS

John Hartman has owned and operated Contemporary Photography in Stevens Point since 1974. John has presented his Marketing Boot Camp in Las Vegas, where his marketing, business and photographic expertise has attracted thousands of photographers from all over the world.

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Each month the Active Voice features a PCBC “Member of the Month” selected from a list of members that begins with the same letter of the alphabet. August features a business that begins with the letter “T”.member of the MONTH \\

THE BOTTLE STOP35 Park Ridge Drive #C \\ Stevens Point, WI715-341-7400 \\ www.thebottlestopllc.com \\ thebottlestop1@gmail.com Join Date \\ 09/15/2011

What they have to say \\ With a busy summer winding down, all of us here at The Bottle Stop are gearing up for our large events. We have been busy with our monthly wine tastings and helping everyone with weddings, family functions, and business outings.

First on the list is the Big Brothers Big Sisters Taste of the Town August 10. This will be our second year helping out with this great event. Last year we were lucky enough to be chosen as “Best Beverage” and look forward to retaining our title. This program is one of the best-organized summer events at Pfiffner Pioneer Park. There is a great selection of food from local vendors and a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere.

Later this fall we will once again be the wine sponsors for one of Portage County’s most anticipated events, Wines of the World hosted by the Portage County Business Council. While featuring some of the best food at any event, Wines of the World continues to please every year with great music, exciting raffles, and very fun crowd. We look forward to this event every year. We bring over 100 new wines every year and support them with some of the most knowledgeable staff in the industry. From the connoisseur to the beginner it’s a great venue to try and more importantly learn about great wine.

In addition to the large events that we do we also provide in home wine tastings. This is a great way to accent a party or small gathering. We can provide just about everything that is need with very little required from the host. We have done these in the past and it’s a great way to learn about wine in a comfortable setting.

We continue to hold monthly wine tastings here at the store the last Thursday of every month. These have become quite popular with our regular customers most of whom rarely miss an event. We usually sample between eight and ten different wines from 3:30pm – 6:30pm. The tasting is free and open to the public. We hope to see you at some or all of our upcoming events.

NETWORK SOLUTIONS OF WISCONSIN, INC SAL CUOMOWausau \\ 715-849-4900 \\SalC@NSINetwork.comhttp://www.NSINetwork.comJoin Date \\ 06/21/2013

HOMESAFE BUILDING PERFORMANCE, LLCALEC LINDECuster \\ 715-592-3717 \\linde@wi-net.comJoin Date \\ 07/02/2013

ABOUTHomeSafe Building Performance provides energy consulting for commercial and residential properties. They specialize in small business programs as an ally partner with Focus on Energy to provide lighting assessments and retrofits that can significantly reduce your operating costs. HomeSafe Building Performance provides energy services and has been in business since 2003.

a bit aboutOUR NEWEST MEMBERS \\

DO YOU KNOW A LOCAL BUSINESS THAT

WOULD BENEFIT FROM MEMBERSHIP?CONTACTMary Jo Monday715-344-1940 \\ mmonday@portagecountybiz.com

Businesses can use their website login to:-post job openings*

-create, post, and resgister for events -manage account-view member directory-post hot deals Did you forget your username and/or password to login on our website? Call our office or email us at admin@portagecountybiz.com and we will get it for you! Remember, all of these services are free as part of your membership dues. The more services you use, the more value you get out of your membership!We want you to get the most out of your membership. Please call us if you have any questions.*member job postings are also posted to the PCBC facebook and twitter page, for free.

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SPONSORSHIP \An opportunity is available for your organization to participate in various sponsorship levels (Members must be in good standing with their member-ship dues to participate), with attractive benefits at each. Here’s how it works:

BORDEAUX TABLE SPONSORSHIP - $800 -Company listed as Bordeaux sponsor on event program-Verbal recognition at event-Two months pre-event recognition in Business Council newsletter-Company logo displayed on Wines of the World webpage (including a “link” to company website)-Eight tickets to the event-A company reserved table for preferential seating at the event (VIP designated area)

CHARDONNAY TABLE SPONSORSHIP - $500 -Company listed as Chardonnay sponsor on event program-Verbal recognition at event-One month pre-event recognition in Business Council newsletter-Company name listed on Wines of the World webpage-Four tickets to the event-A shared company reserved table for preferential seating at the event (VIP designated area)

CHIANTI BISTRO TABLE SPONSORSHIP - $250 -Company listed as Chianti sponsor on event program-Company name listed on Wines of the World webpage-Two tickets to the event-A company reserved bistro table at the event (VIP designated area)

STAGE SPONSORSHIP - $500 -Company banner hung at prominent location at event (banner provided by sponsor)-Company listed as Stage sponsor on event program-Verbal recognition at event-One month pre-event recognition in Business Council newsletter-Company name listed on Wines of the World webpage-Four tickets to the event-A shared company reserved table for preferential seating at the event (VIP designated area)

WINE CHARM EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP - $350 Requires Business Council approval before charm order is placed-Charm with company name given to all guests (350 charms to be purchased by sponsor)-Company listed as sponsor on event program-Verbal recognition as Exclusive Wine Charm sponsor at event-One month pre-event recognition in Business Council newsletter-Company name listed on Wines of the World webpage-Four tickets to the event-A shared company reserved table for preferential seating at the event (VIP designated area)

CORKSCREW EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP - $350 Requires Business Council approval before corkscrew order is placed-Corkscrew with company name given to all guests (350 corkscrews to be purchased by sponsor)-Company listed as sponsor on event program-Verbal recognition as Exclusive Corkscrew sponsor at event-One month pre-event recognition in Business Council newsletter-Company name listed on Wines of the World webpage-Four tickets to the event-A shared company reserved table for preferential seating at the event(VIP designated area)

WINE STOPPER EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP - $350 Requires Business Council approval before wine stop order is placed-Wine Stopper with company name given to all guests (wine stoppers to be purchased by sponsor)-Company listed as sponsor on event program-Verbal recognition as Exclusive Wine Stopper sponsor at event-One month pre-event recognition in Business Council newsletter-Company name listed on Wines of the World webpage-Four tickets to the event-A shared company reserved table for preferential seating at the event (VIP designated area)

RATING (PEN) EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP - $300 Requires Business Council approval before pen order is placed-Pen with company name given to all guests (350 pens to be purchased by sponsor)-Company listed as sponsor on event program-Verbal recognition as Exclusive Rating sponsor at event-One month pre-event recognition in Business Council newsletter-Company name listed on Wines of the World webpage-Two tickets to the event

DINNER NAPKIN EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP - $250 Requires Business Council approval before napkin order is placed-Napkin with company name given to all guests (500 napkins to be purchased by sponsor)-Company listed as sponsor on event program-Verbal recognition as Exclusive Dinner Napkin sponsor at event-One month pre-event recognition in Business Council newsletter-Company name listed on Wines of the World webpage-Two tickets to the event

COCKTAIL NAPKIN EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP - $250 Requires Business Council approval before napkin order is placed-Napkin with company name given to all guests (500 napkins to be purchased by sponsor)-Company listed as sponsor on event program-Verbal recognition as Exclusive Cocktail Napkin sponsor at event-One month pre-event recognition in Business Council newsletter-Company name listed on Wines of the World webpage-Two tickets to the event

The Business Council extends an invitation to an event like no other. Don’t miss this opportunity to take part of an evening of fun, socializing and education about wine.

For more information contact Karen Schanock at kschanoc@portagecountybiz.com or 715-344-1940.

12TH ANNUAL WINES OF THE WORLD

10.25.13 \\ HOLIDAY INN HOTEL & CONVENTION CENTER

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»REGISTEROn Tuesday, October 1st, help the Portage County Business Council Foundation welcome new MSTC, UWSP and K-12 public/private faculty and academic staff during the 33rd annual social.

Festivities begin at 5:00PM and conclude by 7:00PM at the BEST WESTERN Plover Hotel and Conference Center with Rockman’s Catering. Members of the Portage County business community welcome new faculty and academic staff members by hosting the reception in their honor. The event will feature a cash bar and hors d’oeuvres. Hosts are responsible for their event cost and that of one faculty or staff person (total $30).

This is an important opportunity for business and educational leaders to socialize and build contacts. This event has a proven track record of breaking down barriers and building a positive atmosphere between businesses and educational institutions.

Business Council members are asked to act as community hosts for the reception. We hope to have one host from the business community for each new faculty or staff person. Hosts will be asked to introduce their guest during the reception.

If you are interested in attending the social or hosting a new faculty or staff member, please click here the link to the left or contact Karen Schanock at kschanoc@portagecountybiz.com or Bill Christiansen at fdn@portagecountybiz.com.

Mingling and introductions happening at last year’s social.

MEET THE NEW FACULTY AND STAFF OF OUR EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

AG TOUR 2013TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17»REGISTERAg Tour 2013 is set for Tuesday, September 17th from noon to 5:00pm. Planned by the Agri-Business Committee of the Portage County Business Council, you and your business associates are invited to attend.

The theme for this year’s event is “Specialized Animal Agriculture”. The event begins at noon with a picnic lunch and guest speakers – Mary Hetzel and Doug Watson from St. Francis Horse Rescue & Retirement Farm, Inc. at Wisconsin Public Service Corporation in Plover. Their presentation for the event is “Our Dream is a Home for Every Horse”. After the picnic lunch, tours will take place at local agri-businesses including Central Wisconsin Fish Farm, Heartland Stables and Lake Elaine Game Farm.

The event includes tours, bus transportation, a picnic lunch, socializing and education.Cost is only $20 per person.Registration is now open. Register soon as space is limited.

PRESENTING SPONSORS

SCHEDULENoon: Picnic lunch and guest speaker at WPS Corporation1:15 pm: Arrive at Central Wisconsin Fish Farm2:20 pm: Arrive at Heartland Stables3:30 pm: Arrive at Lake Elaine Game Farm5:00 pm: Return to WPS Corporation

For questions contact Karen Schanock at 715-344-1940 or kschanoc@portagecountybiz.com.

LEARN HOW TO GET THE MOST FROM YOUR MEMBERSHIP!This quick, yet comprehensive membership orientation is for new and existing members who want get involved and find out how the Business Council can create value, exposure and networking opportunities while marketing your business.

DATE: Wednesday, August 7, 2013

TIME: 8:00AM – 9:30AM

LOCATION: Portage County Business Council – Foundation Room

COST: No cost to attend – CLICK HERE to register

ATTENDEES WILL:• Meet PCBC staff and other attendees• Introduce themselves and their business• Learn about member programs and events• Take a tour of the PCBC website • Have time for Q&A and so much more.

Don’t forget to bring along a stack of business cards to share and 10-15 business brochures to display in our front lobby information area.

For more information call the PCBC office at 715-344-1940.

The Portage County Business Council staff has been working hard on team building and staff training and I would like to share an article that I read recently. It reminds us of the little things that we say and how we say them (even body language), when dealing with co-workers, family, friends, etc. It could help us in the workplace to better our relationships with co-workers, vendors, and customers…to unite, inspire, and engage.

The Power of Your WordsContributor: Mike Camp

How often have you been ashamed or embarrassed by the words you chose during a situation? Maybe you were speaking with friends, co-workers, or even family members. If you look back, most of these incidents likely occurred during a high stress situation where you were frustrated. Unfortunately, during times of high stress we tend to make bad decisions when it comes to the words that come out of our mouths. Certain situations bring along high tension and more episodes of frustration will inevitably occur; therefore, we must be careful in choosing our words. Remember, regardless of the situation, the use of the wrong words is never justifiable.

If you say the wrong thing during a conversation, each of your words is like a stray bullet. Once the words are dispensed, they can never be retracted and we ultimately deal with the aftermath. With the potential for serious damage, we should all consider the impact our words have on others. To be clear, if someone is direct when communicating, it doesn’t mean they are a poor leader or that they are using the wrong words. At the same time, just because they choose their words wisely doesn’t mean they’re a great leader. There are going to be times in our careers when we need to be direct. As long as the words we select don’t break people down, most will understand the message.

A good example of the power of words is revealed in movies depicting soldiers in boot camp. The goal of the drill sergeant is to “break down” the soldiers (both physically and mentally) then build them up. Choosing your words wisely is not a skill set considered when your goal is to break someone down. Although the ultimate goal is viewed as a positive, the method is not usually viewed as desirable.

As leaders our goal is to build people up instead of breaking them down. When interacting with our team, there are three main concerns: 1) the words we use, 2) the tone of our voice, and 3) our body language. Even if the right words are chosen, the wrong delivery and poor body language can derail the message and it might not be properly received. Conversely, when someone is speaking to you with a genuine nature and sincere body language, the outcome of the conversation will influence you in a more positive manner. Tony Dungy once said, “When you commit to encouraging, comforting, and strengthening others with your speech, you are not only making their lives better, you’re also making yours better by surrounding yourself with people who are affirmed and encouraged.” What a great message about the true value of our words and how we can impact the lives of so many people if they are well chosen.

Take time today to think about how you choose to speak to people around you. Would you be ashamed or proud of your words? Are you building people up or breaking them down? The uttering of a few simple words can spawn great things or create disasters. It’s up to you which words you choose. As leaders, our words are more powerful than we could ever imagine. With the right words, we have the ability to unite, inspire, and engage people all over the world to achieve the unthinkable. By selecting the wrong words, we have the ability to break our team members down, leaving them with a lack of engagement and no reason to be inspired. We owe it to ourselves, our team, and our company to choose our words carefully. With our words, let us encourage the next generation of leaders to unite, inspire, and engage people all over the world.

“Most people are careless with one of their most powerful resources: their words. Use yours as an investment in people’s lives.” – Tony Dungy

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This month’s message is from Kari Thompson, Business & Office Operations Director, at the Portage County Business Council.

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INFOGRAPHIC FOR Q2 \ CLICK IMAGE TO VIEW WELCOME, SARAH!Sarah Bosshart is the new Administrative / Marketing Assistant for the Portage County Business Council and Foundation. Her experience includes customer service, marketing, social networking, fundraising and development campaigns. Sarah will cover the responsibilities of the front desk at the PCBC and work with staff on Chamber, Foundation and economic development initiatives. She looks forward to supporting the promotion of Portage County and cultivating relationships with our members, partners and the community. Sarah describes the duties of her new position as “bringing together the things I love most about life – communicating, coordinating, and helping maintain a healthy community.” Please join us in welcoming Sarah the next time you stop in or email her at admin@portagecountybiz.com.

August 20138 Ambassador Meeting - 8:00 am, PCBC - Foundation Room8 Ambassador Visits - Oswald Counseling 9:15 am, Klasinski Plumbing 9:45 am13 Wines of the World Committee Meeting - 8:00 am, PCBC - Foundation Room21 Executive Committee Meeting - 7:30 am, CliftonLarsonAllen15 SalesNet Meeting - 11:45 am, PCBC - Foundation Room28 Board of Directors Meeting - 7:30 am, PCBC - Foundation RoomSeptember 20132 PCBC Office Closed - Labor Day Holiday

meetings & other DATES \\

Executive BoardDavid McHone - President , Central WI Management Services, LLCSusan Placzek - President Elect, SentryWorld Sports CenterSue Wilcox - Vice President, United Way of Portage CountyJeff Peterson - Past President, CliftonLarsonAllen LLP Sue Wille - Treasurer, Ligman & Wille CPA LLCKen Erler - Member at Large, Sentry InsuranceKeith Pilger - Member at Large, Anderson O’BrienLori Dehlinger, Executive Director, Portage County Business Council, Inc.

Board of DirectorsTom Altmann - Altmann Construction CompanyDoug Ballweg - Delta Dental of WisconsinLisa Bourget - Travel Guard, Inc.Erik Carlson - Ellis Stone Construction CompanyKris Dragan - BMO Harris BankPatty Dreier - Portage County ExecutiveScott Glinski - SkywardAndrew Halverson - Mayor, City of Stevens PointO. Phillip Idsvoog - Portage County Board ChairLonnie Krogwold - Portage County Board Finance ChairDeb Marten - Marten MachiningRichard O’Sullivan - Mid-State Technical CollegeBernie Patterson - University of Wisconsin - Stevens PointJim Petersen - Marshfield ClinicDan Schlutter - Village of PloverLisa Sobczak - ABR Employment ServicesDawn Thrun - Ambassador Representative, International Bank of AmherstJoAnn Vosz - Community First BankAttila Weninger - Stevens Point Area Public SchoolsWard Wolff - First Weber Group RealtorsGary Wysocki - Paragon FarmsDave Worth - The Worth CompanyRobert Worth - Director Emeritus, The Worth Company

Board AdvisorsSara Brish - Stevens Point Area Convention & Visitors BureauDan Mahoney - Village of PloverMichael Ostrowski - City of Stevens PointSteve Smith - Mid-State Technical College

2013 pcbc / foundation board of DIRECTORS \\

PCBC / Foundation StaffLori Dehlinger - Executive Director

Mary Jo Monday - Director of Member Relations

Karen Schanock - Director of Programs & Events

Bill Christiansen - Director of Foundation

Kari Thompson - Business & Office Operations Director

Sarah Bosshart - Administrative / Marketing Assistant

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Purchasing Portage County gift certificates continues to be a successful way to “Buy Local”.

Portage County gift certificates make great gifts. Gift certificates can be purchased at area banks, credit unions, the Convention and Visitors Bureau or at our office. They can be used at any business with a Portage County address and are available in denominations of $5, $10, $20, $25, $50 & $100.

The PCBC would like to thank everyone who participates for helping make the program successful. We would also like to thank BMO Harris Bank for their financial support of the gift certificate program.

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