AUGUST 2014

B u s i n e s s C o n n e c t i o n

2014 Board of Directors Executive Committee

President Jason Guttenberg

Liberty Mutual

President Elect Bob Vanden Burgt Yahara Software

Secretary Regina McFarland

Treasurer Josh Marron

Middleton Community Bank

Past President Randy Krantz

Neckerman Insurance Services

Board of Directors June Brown R.W. Baird

Curt Fuszard Merrill Lynch Wealth Management

Jeff Kraemer Kraemer Development

Terry Healy-Lemke Celerity Staffing Solutions

Dave Neelsen Story First Media

Michelle Schultz North Central Group

Kyle Von Ruden Hausmann-Johnson Insurance

Ex-Officio Members Mike Davis, City of Middleton

Don Johnson, MCPASD

Chamber Staff Van Nutt, Executive Director

Brenda Delabarre, Membership Services Lisa DuChateau, Communications

Dating 101I’ve been out of the dating scene for over a decade now so my “game” may be a little rusty. With that said, I still recall that there are plenty of dating “rules of thumb”. You have the ‘date half-your-age-plus-seven’ rule, the ‘three-date minimum’ rule and the ‘wait three days before calling back’. The list could go on, but I think you get the idea. Each of them has one goal in mind, attempting to leave a lasting impression and secure that next date.

Each interaction or date is a step towards developing a relationship of intimacy, close familiarity or friendship. Sometimes a relationship can even be with a group of people or an organization. Therefore, some of the same rules of dating can be applied to your Chamber Membership. Is your relationship with the Chamber strong? If not, what steps can you take towards reaping the rewards of an organization that is 700+ members strong (a number that can be overwhelming at times, much like a first date) and offers countless programs and benefits?

I have a few recommendations for members that have been meaning to get involved but don’t know where to start—some “dating” advice, if you will. First, is there someone or a group of professionals that you would benefit from meeting? If your “game” has a little focus, meeting that perfect person or group of professionals might not be so daunting. The Chamber Business Directory (www.middletonchamber.com) might be a great place to start narrowing down your scope. Next, take a look at the

Chamber Calendar and try a few different events. The dynamics and benefits of each are very different from one another. Pay attention to the specifics of the event. I’ve found that the make-up of attendees is very different based upon the topic covered. After you have chosen a few events, seek out an Ambassador, a Board Member or the Chamber Staff at the event and let them know who you are looking to connect with. We typically will be wearing a special name badge and are some of the more seasoned relationship-builders in the room.

My final piece of advice for dating the Chamber is to give it time. It takes time to understand what programs, events or people best fit your needs. It took me around two years of membership to fully understand what worked best for me. Seven years later maybe you will be writing about bacon or dating in a Chamber Newsletter. If not, there’s still a lot of fun to be had along the way.

Sincerely,

Jason Guttenberg 2014 Board President

The Middleton Chamber of Commerce promotes a strong economy and a high quality of life for its members and community

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Your restaurants are known for their memorabilia, vintage cars and other displays. What is your role in selecting these items? Nearly all of the memorabilia is from Wisconsin. This isn’t restaurant-in-a-box or a décor package. I go to car shows in Iola, Elkhorn and Jefferson to find cool memorabilia. And we get a lot of stuff from our guests, like the three-wheeler and soap box derby cars that came from Middleton residents.

Our first customer on Nov. 17, 2004 showed up an hour early, handed me a license plate and said, “I’ll give you this license plate if I can be the first one in the restaurant.” The license plate was “B3.” I told him that I had to know the story. He said, “You live in Wisconsin, right? Beer, brats and babes.” I said thank you and bought him a beer. Even though we’re part of a national chain, we are super local.

What is one of the biggest challenges you’ve had in your career or business, and how did you overcome it? We came to town with a brand with a really quirky name, there weren’t ten of them everywhere, and we had to work very hard to develop a brand that started more than 500 miles away in Sharon, Pennsylvania. Initially there was a lot of confusion about the name, at one point we added a tag line on our ads that said “but we don’t do oil changes.” Now we’re well known and people say they’re going to ‘the Lube.’

What do you do for fun? Do you have a family? Favorite vacation spot? My wife Amy and I have a son, William, who is 11. The work of the Lube is never done so I’ve only had two vacations in ten years. We try to do quick getaways to places in Wisconsin like Door County, Eagle River or the Dells.

location, there was a lot of development going on and Greenway Station had just opened.

You’re celebrating your 10th anniversary in Middleton. Looking back, what are you most proud of? I’m extremely proud of being part of the Middleton community and the strong partnerships we have developed. Over the past decade, we’ve raised more than a million dollars for charity with our Bike Nights, Car Cruise-Ins and other events. We support many local sports teams and community organizations, including Safe Harbor in Madison and OccuPaws. We do an annual New Year’s Day dash to raise money for Huntington’s disease. We partnered with Veridian to raise $35,000 to build a new home for a Wisconsin family that was featured on the TV show Extreme Makeover.

I’m also very proud of our employees, who are the reason for our success. Many of them–including more than half of our kitchen staff and several managers–have been with us since we opened.

Building on our success in Middleton, I opened Quaker Steak & Lube restaurants in New Berlin in January 2011 and in Janesville in 2013.

Any changes planned for the future in Middleton? We’re doing an interior remodeling in Middleton and adding a private dining room.

Where do you hope to be 10 years from now? Retired. Just kidding. I’ll probably have one more Quaker Steak & Lube, and I’m looking to come up with a new concept restaurant in the Milwaukee area.

Meet: Scott Acker president, Wi Quaker Steak & Lube

Where did you grow up? What did you want to be when you grew up? What was your first job? I grew up in New Berlin, Wisconsin. I wanted to be a cook. My mom was a school lunch lady, so I hung out with all the school lunch moms. My first job was as a dishwasher at CoCo’s Restaurant in Elm Grove, Wisconsin, when I was a junior in high school.

What was the next step in your career? My next job was chopping cheesesteaks at Steak Escape in the Food Court at West Towne Mall. I worked for a Madison couple who owned five Steak Escapes in Wisconsin and northern Illinois. Eventually I decided I wanted to own one. I left them to open my first store in the Fox River Mall in Appleton in 1996. Then with my business partners we opened 16 more, one in the Brookfield Square Mall and the rest in Ohio.

What led to your opening Quaker Steak & Lube in Middleton? The post 9/11 economy was pretty bad, our sales were falling and mall rents were rising. So in 2004 we sold the Steak Escapes and took on business partners to open the Quaker Steak & Lube in Middleton. Middleton was a perfect

Interview by Linda Abbott

Linda, owner of Never Forget Legacies & Tributes, creates heirloom-quality legacy books for individuals and families to preserve cherished memories and life stories. An award-winning journalist, author and public relations professional, Linda lives in Middleton with her husband Paul.

Profiles on The VocaTional Journey

How Did You Get From There to Here?

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American Family Insurance - Paul Gallimore Agency LLC 6700 University Avenue (608) 831-2525 www.paulgallimoreagency.com

Description: Are you looking for the best insurance available on the market? Paul’s team is here to serve. As an American Family Insurance agent, he will offer you a range of insurance options geared to your needs, along with personalized service, and money-saving discount options. His teams’ unique backgrounds, training and experience have prepared them well to help meet your insurance needs. Together, they’re building strong partnerships that help everyone succeed.

Broyles & Company CPA’s LLC Steve Broyles 7507 Hubbard Avenue, Suite 100 (608) 203-9164 www.broylesco.com

Description: Broyles & Company, LLC is a full service CPA firm providing engagements in the following areas: Financial Compilation, Review, Audit, Bookkeeping, Payroll, HR, Fraud Examination & Litigation Support, and QuickBooks Training. They provide outstanding service to their clients because of their dedication to three underlying principles: professionalism, responsiveness and quality. Through hard work, they have earned the respect of the business and financial communities. Their high service quality and “raving fan” clients are the result of their commitment to excellence.

Compel Consulting Inc. Richard Marty P.O. Box 628222 (608) 658-5638 www.compelnetworks.com

Description: Information is one of your biggest business assets. You need an information technology partner who understands that. You need someone who believes information technology systems are more than just a bundle of wires and blinking lights: they’re the heart and soul of your business. At Compel Consulting, their mission is to provide affordable IT services to small- and medium-sized businesses throughout Wisconsin.

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David Bayer (DADs Fundraisers) (608)260-5695 www.dadsofmadison.com

Description: DADs Fundraisers of Madison supports elementary school, middle school, high school, youth mission trip, youth sports and church fundraisers, as well as any type of youth or high school program fundraiser. DADs Fundraisers is the #1 most profitable fundraiser in the industry. Contact them now to set up your next fundraiser.

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Johnson Bank Monica Schlicht 525 Junction Road (608) 203-3902 www.johnsonbank.com

Description: The advisors at Johnson Bank know banking is not a one-size-fits-all proposition for businesses. They take the time to understand your business, identify your specific needs, and develop customized solutions to help manage your cash flow and finance your business plans. Their relationship with you provides ongoing guidance, stability, and reliability so you can focus on your strategic objectives.

Mead & Hunt Kary Beck 2440 Deming Way (608) 273-6380 www.meadhunt.com

Description: Founded in 1900, Mead & Hunt employs about 500 civil, structural, mechanical and electrical engineers, planners, historic preservationists, environmental scientists, architects, technicians and support specialists from more than 30 offices located across the nation. Mead & Hunt builds relationships that last well beyond a job done right. They’re experts in planning, design, engineering and architecture serving markets that include aviation, bridges, education, food and industrial, highways, military, infrastructure, energy, and water. The employee-owned corporation remains strong on Engineering News Record’s Top 500 design firm list with a national ranking of 148 in 2013. Mead & Hunt was named by CE News as one of the top 10 engineering companies to work for in the nation.

elcome New Members

Department of Workforce Development, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Elena Rulseh 1801 Aberg Avenue, Madison (608) 215-9448 www.dwd.wisconsin.gov

Description: The Department of Workforce Development is an agent of economic development for businesses, providing employers with diverse, pre-qualified job candidates and incentives, including 90-day on-the-job training and 90-day internships.

H&H Group Holdings Brenda Jessen 3201 Latham Drive, Madison (608) 273-4464 www.hhgroupholdings.com

Description: H&H Group Holdings, Inc. provides individual & integrated services to business, institutions, industrial & residential customers, as the parent company of H&H Electric, H&H Plumbing Services, H&H Solar Energy Services, H&H Fire and Security, H&H Energy Management, and H&H Wind Energy. These six companies are staffed by the finest Project Managers, Estimators, Foremen and Field Personnel in their respective trades. Starting as Hyland Hall in 1901, H&H has steadily grown into one of the largest electrical and solar contractors in Wisconsin by building a business on one simple premise: They provide outstanding service at a fair price.

Pendleton Woolen Mills Patti Jasinski 1650 Deming Way, Suite #110 608) 827-5511 www.pendleton-usa.com

Description: Pendleton is a family-owned, 6th generation American company involved in the woolen industry since 1863 and their Pacific Northwest woolen mills have been in continuous operation since 1909. Their products are both iconic and innovative, from Native American blankets to sophisticated suits for women, the quality and exclusive design of the woolens they weave are renowned. They’ve also parlayed their wool expertise into other luxury fabrics such as silk and suede. Their apparel, blankets and home products are offered through Pendleton catalogs, their website, and in more than 50 Pendleton retail stores as well as selected, upscale department stores, specialty stores and museums throughout the country.

Shamrock Real Estate Services, LLC Jeff Daugherty 3071 Bull Run, Sun Prairie (608) 695-9597 www.shamrockrealestateservices.com

Description: Shamrock Real Estate Services is a commercial real estate firm that provides specialized real estate management, lease and sale brokerage, as well as project development services.

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elcome New Members

Tri 4 Schools, Inc. Katie Hensel 937 Jenna Drive, Verona (608) 845-9879 www.tri4schools.org

Description: Tri 4 Schools is a non-profit devoted to encouraging a healthy lifestyle for kids ages 3-14 through swimming, biking and running events and programs that support local school health and fitness initiatives. Since 2011, nearly 6,000 kids have participated in a Tri 4 Schools event or after-school program, raising over $100,000 for area schools! They work with community partners, businesses, grant making organizations and utilize public donations to help fund programming so that entry fees can be distributed back to schools to keep our kids healthy! Their concept earned the title of one of the country’s “Ten Best Ideas to End Childhood Obesity” by Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move initiative and the Partnership for a Healthier America in 2013. Swim. Bike. Run. Thrive.

September 16, 8:00am (7:45 Registration) The Four Keys to Build Your Business Culture for

Sustainable Growth Presented by Scott Savage, Savage Consulting

Ask the Expert Seminars are an included Member benefit

REGISTER at www.middletonchamber.com

Located at Edgewood College - 1255 Deming Way

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Sam Simon Real Estate - Nick SimonSam Simon Real Estate - Jennifer UtterSam’s ClubSchoepp Motors, Inc.SCORESCS EngineersSelect One MortgageSettlers BankSmith & Gesteland LLPSortis Internet MarketingSpecial Olympics WisconsinSpeedpro ImagingStarion FinancialState Farm Insurance - Aaron AchenbachStudio 262 SalonSuccessful Organizing Solutions (S.O.S.)The Free House PubUS Bank - Sauk Trail BranchVanta Commercial Real EstateWindogs Pet LodgeWisconsin Merchant ServicesZimbrick-Acura

for your Conitinued MeMbership Thank youJune & July Member Renewals

360 BookkeepingAmerican Family Insurance - Jeff EngelkesANiU Salon SpaArneson’s Auto Repair, Inc.Atterbury, Kammer, Haag, S.C.Automation Components Inc.BairdBalance Personal TrainingBall Body ShopBe Inspired Salon, Inc.Bennett’s Auto Repair, LLCBlue River ChiropracticBoardman Clark, LLPBodyFit SolutionsBrothers Business Interiors/Coakley BrothersThe Bruce Company of Wisconsin Inc.CadreCapital RemediationCapitol Ice ArenaCentral Place Real Estate Chem-Dry of MadisonCIVITAS GalleriesClarity Technology Group, Inc.CliftonLarsonAllen, LLPComfort Suites Madison WestConcordia University Wisconsin-MadisonCookies By DesignCostco WholesaleCountry Inn and SuitesCP Heating & CoolingCreative Marketing Specialists, Inc.Entercom MadisonFamily Dentistry & OrthodonticsFedEx Office - MiddletonGammex Inc.Greenleaf MediaHabitat for Humanity of Dane County, Inc.Hammes Family ChiropracticHampton Inn & Suites Madison WestHellenbrand ElectricHoliday Inn Hotel & Suites - Madison WestHome Works RemodelingHomewood Suites Madison WestInfratactixIntegral Building Systems, Inc

Interstate Batteries of Southwestern WisconsinJ.P. Cullen & Sons, Inc.Klinke CleanersKnoche’s Food CenterLegalShield - Gene SarmientoLongHorn SteakhouseMadisound Speaker Components, Inc.Mankind Support Service IncMcLellan Orthodontics, LLCMeriter Medical ClinicMerrill Lynch Wealth Management Metro Believers ChurchMHK Retirement PartnersMiddleton Tourism Commission

Middleton Village Nursing & Rehabilitation CenterMiddleton Youth HockeyName Badge Productions LLCNeil’s LiquorOptimist Club of Middleton, Inc.Paychex Inc.Payroll Company, Inc.Pizza HutPlayN WisconsinPrestige Laminated Products Inc.Residence Inn by Marriott - MiddletonResource Engineering Associates, Inc.Rêve Boutique Event ProductionRick Vanden Heuvel CPA, S.C.

August 14, 5-7pm Craftsman Table & Tap - 6712 Frank Lloyd Wright Ave

September 17, 5-7pm Summit Credit Union - 645 Junction RoadBring a colleague or guest for an evening of networking

Register at www.middletonchamber.com

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Alliance CEO Testifies to U.S. Senate Finance Committee. Cheryl DeMars, Alliance president and CEO, testified before the U.S. Senate Finance Committee in Washington, D.C. on July 15. The hearing was titled “Chronic Illness: Addressing Patients’ Unmet Needs.” DeMars provided the employers’ perspective, focusing on how The Alliance helps employers with self-funded health plans use data to drive change in the health care marketplace. DeMars’ testimony featured the QualityPath™ program under development by The Alliance. QualityPath aims to transform the health care marketplace by designating physician-and-hospital pairings as high quality for selected high-stakes procedures. DeMars urged the federal government to provide: support for private sector initiatives, such as QualityPath, by participating as an employer and health care purchaser, greater access to Medicare data on cost and quality of care and clear guidance with respect to regulations affecting health plans, with flexibility for plan sponsors to innovate.

Allied Running Club Madison Receives Donation from Orange Shoe Personal Fitness. Lauren Birkel, owner of Orange Shoe Personal Fitness, along with Coach Erin Birk, facilitated the Whole30 program, from which a donation of almost $600 was given to the [Fleet Feet] Allied Running Club’s “Food as Fuel Initiative.”! Whole30 eliminates the most common inflammatory foods in your diet and replace them with foods that promote energy and a strong immune system for 30 days. At the end of the 30 days, you slowly reintroduce foods into your diet to determine which foods serve your goals best!

Design Structures Breaks Ground on New Child Care Facility. Design Structures, LLC is excited to announce that they have broken ground on a 12,000 square foot daycare facility for Middleton Baby and Child Care. The new facility is located at the corner of Century Avenue and Hwy Q. Project completion is scheduled for October 2014.Middleton Baby and Child Care has been dedicated to quality early childhood education for many years. This new facility will enhance their commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Announcements

ALTUS Commercial Real Estate Announces Sale of Multi-Family Property. ALTUS Commercial Real Estate, Inc. (formerly Sperry Van Ness) is pleased to announce that Chuck Polenz and Dan Roseliep have completed the sale of 122 Ridge Drive and 303 Adams St, Mt Horeb to Dane County Housing Authority. Polenz and Roseliep represented the seller.

The Alliance Named Consumer Reports Health Partner. The Alliance has been named a regional partner of Consumer Reports Health. The Alliance is among 23 organizations that are considered “partners” with Consumer Reports Health, including 11 founding partners, two national partners and 10 regional partners. Other partners include AARP, National Business Coalition on Health, The Leapfrog Group, Wisconsin Collaborative for Healthcare Quality and Wikipedia. The two-year-old Choosing Wisely campaign aims to help physicians and patients engage in conversations about the overuse of medical tests, treatments and procedures.

Fleet Feet Sports Sun Prairie Coming Soon! Fleet Feet Sports is excited to announce that they will be opening a second Fleet Feet location in the Madison area. Their goal is to serve folks that live on the east side of Madison and the surrounding communities. The new store will be located in the Shoppes at Prairie Lakes shopping center in Sun Prairie just north of the I-90/Highway 151 interchange. The store is set to open in September 2014.

Middleton Firm to Turn Parking Lot into Home Building Zone. More than 50 employees of Mead & Hunt put their architectural and engineering skills to good use when they partnered with Habitat for Humanity of Dane County to build walls for a future home. On July 11, the parking lot at Mead & Hunt, transformed into a Habitat for Humanity of Dane County construction site humming with the sounds of saws and clattering of hammers. In nearly four hours, volunteers built all of the interior and exterior walls for one future Sun Prairie home. Mead & Hunt is preparing to move from its Watts Road location to its new office in Middleton later this summer.

Greenleaf Media Offers NonProfit Grants. Greenleaf Media is expanding its nonprofit grant program to help community organizations throughout Wisconsin reach their marketing goals. Grants will be awarded for select marketing and web projects proposed by groups with 501(c)(3) status. Eligible nonprofits must be based in Wisconsin and the proposed project must serve to enrich the community. Greenleaf started its nonprofit grant program in 2005 as a way to give back and help many different nonprofit organizations—rather than just offering pro bono time to a few token projects. Eligible nonprofits can apply at greenleafmedia.com/grant. For more information, email info@greenleafmedia.com.

NARI Announces New Certified Remodeler Project Manager. NARI of Madison, Inc. is proud to announce that Ben Nichols, CRPM of Waunakee Remodeling, Inc. has completed his Certified Remodeler Project Manager classification. The Certified Remodeler Project Manager (CRPM) professionals are the field personnel who oversee every aspect of the project: customer satisfaction, personnel management, project schedule, administration, etc. NARI’s certification programs are designed to set high standards for the remodeling industry, with the goal of increasing the level of professionalism and driving customer satisfaction and profitability for the company.

Meriter–UnityPoint Health President & CEO Announces Resignation. Meriter-UnityPoint Health announced that Meriter President and CEO Jim Woodward has given his resignation. Woodward accepted a new position as CEO of Elliot Health System in Manchester, NH. During his tenure, Woodward’s accomplishments include the growth and development of the Meriter Medical Group, being twice recognized as one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® by Thompson Reuters, receiving Most Wired Hospital awards and receiving the American Hospital Association’s Quest for Quality award. Woodward’s last day at Meriter was June 30. Transition and succession plans are currently being implemented.

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TDS® Achieves Polycom® Choice Partner—Platinum Status for Fifth Straight Year. TDS Telecom (TDS®) has achieved Platinum level status in the Polycom Choice Partner program for the fifth year in a row. TDS joins a select group of Polycom hosted Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service providers in achieving the Platinum designation. Polycom Choice Partners must demonstrate best-of-class service and solutions to qualify. Customers can be confident that as a Choice Partner, TDS has the expertise to handle all their project needs, from concept to installation through ongoing support and management. TDS has more than 1 million customer connections in service and 3,100 employees. TDS offers businesses the latest communication solutions, including: VoIP (managed IP Hosted), dedicated high-speed Internet, and hosted-managed services.

SVA Consulting Recognized By BSI. SVA Consulting has been named to BSI’s Top 100 VAR in 2014 list which ranks the top technology firms in the United States by revenue both nationally and regionally. SVA Consulting has moved up to #46. Published annually for 27 years, Progressive Media Group’s BSI Top 100 VAR report provides benchmarking data and analysis and is referred to throughout the year by technology firms and industry observers.

Dubis Selected to 40 Financial Advisers Under 40 by Investment News. Michael Dubis was selected as a top financial advisor for InvestmentNews’ inaugural 40 Under 40 list. The idea behind this inaugural InvestmentNews 40 Under 40 project was to illuminate the future of the financial advice industry by finding the top young talent in the field and sharing their stories. Dubis was chosen from a pool of 1,200 impassioned nominees. Read Dubis’ full listing at www.investmentnews.com/section/40-under-40/profile/9/Michael-Dubis

Savant Capital Management Ranks in Top 50 on Financial Advisor RIA List; Savant also listed in inaugural Top300 list from Financial Times. Savant Capital Management, a nationally recognized fee-only wealth management firm, has been recognized by two leading financial trade publications as a top Registered Investment Advisors firm (RIA) in the country. Savant has been named one of the top 50 RIA firms by Financial Advisor magazine. The firm ranked 49th overall and moved up from 9th to 7th of Illinois firms recognized. Financial Advisor magazine’s top RIA list includes more than 500 RIAs from across the country. As published in the ranking results, at the end of 2013 Savant managed over $3.6 billion in assets.

Savant was also named to the inaugural Top 300 list presented by Financial Times. Savant was one of 23 Illinois RIA firms to be recognized. Criteria comprised on this list include assets under management, asset growth rate, the firm’s longevity, compliance record industry certifications and online accessibility.

Awards

Hires/Promotions

Inlanta Mortgage is pleased to welcome Ann Becker as a licensed mortgage loan officer. Becker is a lifelong sales professional and former owner of the Holiday Inn Madison and Staybridge Suites Madison East and Middleton. She has held a Wisconsin Real Estate Broker’s license since 1978, and graduated from MATC with an associate degree in real estate.

Sue Estes has been promoted to Director of Specialized Services at Celerity Staffing Solutions. In her new role Sue will be responsible for all of Celerity’s services in the financial, insurance and call center business sectors. In addition she will direct Celerity’s human resource consulting practice. A recruiting and human resources industry veteran, Sue has been with Celerity for over 14 years.

Be Inspired Salon is happy to announce their new Administrative Sales Manager, Whitney Coburn. Coburn recently moved to Wisconsin from South Carolina and is ecstatic be a part of a salon boutique that cares so deeply about their guest’s experience, as well as the success of their Stylists and all staff members.

PULSE Kettlebells & Yoga welcomes intern Sarah Bregg. Breggis currently pursuing a career in personal training at Madison College, as well as certification as an SFG kettlebell instructor.

Ken Thompson, President & CEO of Capitol Bank, is pleased to announce the hiring of Kari Harpold as Treasury Management Officer. Kari has over 18 years of banking experience and will be a great resource for the Bank’s business clients. Kari is originally from Middleton but now lives in Prairie Du Sac with her husband and two daughters. She has a strong reputation as a team player and is committed to delivering

Smith & Gesteland are pleased to welcome Heather Schommer, Strategic Advisor. After spending six years in the banking field, Schommer joined Smith & Gesteland’s 80/20 practice. She handles much of the marketing for the group, and also enjoys client relationships, where her financial analysis skills come in handy.

Studio 262 welcomes their newest stylist, Hannah. Hannah received her cosmetology License from the Aveda Institute in Minneapolis in 2008. She lived and worked in Colorado and just recently moved to the area.

Wisconsin Bank & Trust is pleased to welcome Amy Becker to its Mortgage Lending Team as a Mortgage Loan Originator. Becker brings over 20 years of experience in the mortgage and real estate industry. She is a licensed Wisconsin Realtor and member of the Realtors Association of South Central Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Mortgage Bankers Association, and the Madison Area Builders Association.

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August 7, 9am Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance of WI Dementia-Friendly Business Ribbon Cutting. Recognizing Walgreen’s, State Bank of Cross Plains and Ace Hardware who have become ‘Dementia-Friendly’ Businesses. Walgreen’s.

August 9 & 10 Middleton Jaycees 13th Annual State Volleyball Tournament. Keva Sports Center. For more information contact evp@jciwisconsin.org

August 14, 5pm Keep It Clean, Go Green – Help keep Middleton beautiful! PPD Building 1 Questions, email erin.sardeson@ppdi.com

August 15 Eppstein Uhen Architects 10th annual Beyond Design Bike Tour. Ride and enjoy the beautiful landscape from Milwaukee to Madison! Multiple riding distances. www.eua.com/bdbt

August 15 & September 12, 6pm Rêve Boutique Event Production “Wheels & Reels” Cycle-In Movie Series. Gunflint Trail Park, Fitchburg. www.WheelsandReelsMadison.com

Events

Now through August 15 Middleton Outreach Ministry School Supply Drive. More info at www.momhelps.org

Tuesdays Through September 23, 5:45pm Meriter Running Club Meet outside Meriter Hospital

Tuesdays Through September 23, 5:45pm Mighty Kids Program – encouraging healthy lifestyles. Edward Klief Park, Madison www.meriter.com/classes

August 3, 11am-2pm Be Inspired Salon Kyle’s Charity Cut-A-Thon Arrive with clean, dry hair. $30 donation. www.beinspiredsalon.com

August 6, 8am Habitat for Humanity Unlock Your Dream Tours Humanity Headquarters, 1014 Fiedler Ln, #29, Madison. RSVP at www.habitatdane.org/tour

August 6, 6pm Horn & Johnsen present: Avoid the Top Ten Mistakes Made with Beneficiary Designations. FREE Seminar. Crossroads Coffeehouse in Cross Plains. RSVP to info@hornjohnsen.com.

August 16, 8am Tri 4 Schools Kids Triathlon presented by Middleton Sports & Fitness. www.tri4schools.org/events/middleton

September 13, 12pm Craftsman Table & Tap Middleton Beer Festival Over 50 different craft beers, games, music and food. www.middletonbeerfestival.com

September 13 Middleton Outreach Ministry’s Sleep-Out An evening of fun, sports, games, picnic dinner, movie and s’mores. Keva Sports Center. Contact Elaine @ elaine@momhelps.org

September 20 Kickin’ It for Kids Kickball Tournament – A Benefit for REACH a Child! Warner Park. www.reachachild.org/events

September 21, 10:30am Holy Wisdom ‘Green’ Monastery Tours. $5 suggested donation for 90 minutes guided tour.

Chamber Events

Business Social Hour - Captain Bill’s

Ribbon Cutting - Blackhawk Country Club

Ribbon Cutting - Encore Construction

Ribbon Cutting - Fit Body Boot Camp

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- Presenting Sponsor -- Event Sponsor -

- 19th Hole Dinner Sponsor - - Lunch Sponsor -

- Exclusive Hole Sponsors -

- Beverage Sponsors - - Golf Cart Sponsors -

- Shared Hole Sponsors -

- Hole in One Sponsor - - Chamber Challenge Sponsor - - Beverage Cart Sponsors - - Dunk Tank Sponsor -

- Special Thanks To -- Port-O-Potty Sponsor -

- Par 3 Hole Sponsors -

Ballweg ChevroletBurse Surveying & Engineering

CMS of MadisonKeva Sports Center

Olson Toon Landscaping

ANNUAL GOLF OUTING Thank You!

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ANNUAL GOLF OUTING Thank You!

2014 Golf CommitteeErin Anderson, Adesys

Amanda Bauer-Bock, Madison No Fear DentistryVicki Buening, KMA Bodilly - Co ChairMegan Cabalka, Neckerman InsuranceSarah Campagna, Summit Credit Union

Ben Cowan, Blackhawk Country ClubColleen Gransee, Dean Health SystemAlicia Greer, Rick Vanden Heuvel CPAs

Jessica Gundlach, Creative Business InteriorsVal Hartjes, Gilda’s Club

Ric Hoerz, RubiconMarcy Holtz, Kunkel & Associates

Wendy Jirsa, Capitol Bank

Charles Liberty, Liberty Professional ServicesTricia Liberty, Liberty Professional Services

Andrea Mace, Marcus HotelsJoe Onopa, Rx Financial

Terri Redmond, Top Promotions - Co ChairVicki Rowe, Rowe Design & Construction

Ben Samson, Park BankErin Sardeson, PPDBrian Schuld, PPD

Megan Scovill, Park BankKane Sivesind, CORE Health & Fitness

Heather Stetzer, HotelREDCarolyn Tretina, Carolyn Alane Tretina

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Chamber Event CalendarShow your support for your fellow members, network and socialize; Bring a guest!

The Middleton Chamber of Commerce promotes a strong economy and a high quality of life for its members and community.

Visit us at Middletonchamber.com

Monday, August 4, 11:30am Ambassador Committee Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites

Thursday, August 7, 7:30am Get Moving Middleton Hilton Garden Inn

Thursday, August 14, 5-7pm Business Social Hour Craftsman Table & Tap

Wednesday, August 20, 12pm Economic Development Briefing Wisconsin Bank & Trust

Monday, September 1 Chamber Office CLOSED Happy Labor Day!

Thursday, September 4, 7:30am Get Moving Middleton Hilton Garden Inn

Monday, September 8, 11:30am Ambassador Committee Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites

Tuesday, September 9, 5:30pm Ribbon Cutting Pendleton Woolen Mills

Get Moving Middleton

Stay informed about the community, schools, business trends, financial markets, health matters, and more!

Monthly - 7:30am - Hilton Garden Inn

Tuesday, September 16, 8am Ask the Expert: Keys to Building Business Culture Edgewood College - Deming Way

Wednesday, September 17, 12pm Economic Development Briefing Wisconsin Bank & Trust

Wednesday, September 17, 5-7pm Business Social Hour Summit Credit Union

Annual Sponsors

August Sponsor August Presenter Line-Up:

Bob VandenBurgt, Yahara Software BobV@yaharasoftware.com

Christine Fenner, Chrisitine Fenner Productions christine.fenner@gmail.com

Mike Sweitzer-Beckman, Holy Wisdom mikesb@benedictinewomen.org

September Sponsor