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Townsend Attends Wisconsin Professional Insurance
Agents convention Patti Townsend Berra recently attended the Wisconsin Professional insurance Agents annual convention in Lake Geneva, WI. "Attending a state convention is a good way for an insurance professional to stay up to date with the ever changing insurance industry," Townsend states. "It is important to be knowledgeable in all lines of insurance to offer assistance to clients with all of their insurance needs." Patti is the owner of Townsend Insurance, an independent insurance agency located in la Crosse. She is also a recent graduate of the University of Phoenix, where she earned a bachelor's Degree in Business Management. Patti welcomes your call for a free review of your insurance. Call 608-788-4258 or email: townsendagency@centurytel.net.
AMERICAN MARINE RECEIVES HONORS
At the recent Silverton dealer meeting in Cambridge, Maryland, American Marine, operating retail sales and service facilities in Prescott and La Crosse, Wisconsin and Dubuque Iowa, received major awards for customer satisfaction and sales. American Marine was named one of the top (10) Silverton dealers worldwide as well as receiving Silverton's second highest CSI award. According to Justin Pretasky, "the award for being in the top ten is great, but the award that means the most is being recognized for our strong showing for CSI (Customer Satisfaction Index). Satisfied customers is our permanent goal. Boat sales will always be there if you have a happy group of customers". Pretasky further states, "the fact that American Marine's big boat sales are strong is because we have four Service Centers on the Mississippi River from Minneapolis to the Quad Cites, as well as three marinas. It's no surprise that American Boating Centers slogan is "Where Customers Become Friends."
Franciscan Skemp Healthcare Welcomes Barbara Saathoff, RN, J.D.
Barbara Saathoff, RN, JD, recently joined Franciscan Skemp Healthcare as legal counsel.
Barbara earned her law degree from Northwestern University School of Law at Lewis and Clark College in Chicago, IL. She is a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin, American Bar Association and the American Health Lawyers Association. Barb is also a registered nurse with a clinical background in maternal child care. Prior to joining Franciscan Skemp Barbara had her own health law practice in Neenah, Wisconsin and was of counsel to McCarty Law LLP. In her practice, she advised physician groups, allied health providers, hospitals and health insurers on a wide range of health law matters. Before starting her own practice, Barbara was in-house legal counsel to a large integrated healthcare system in the Fox Valley area. For Franciscan Skemp, Barbara will represent its physicians, administrators and allied health staff with respect to legal matters affecting the organization and its affiliates. She will participate as a member of the Mayo Legal Department.
Senior Sales Rep Joins DuraTech Industries
DuraTech Industries is pleased to announce that John Reiter has joined DuraTech Industries as a Senior Sales Representative.
He will be serving assigned accounts in Illinois and Wisconsin. With over twenty-four years of experience in he printing industry, John's most recent position was Account Executive for Multi-Color Corporation (formerly NorthStar Print Group) in the Wisconsin market. He also sold for Burlington Graphic Systems for nine years and held a sales management position for six years at W.H. Brady Company. John earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire. John and his family reside in Waukesha, Wisconsin. DuraTech Industries is a fast growing service company in the graphics identification industry. Offering an expanded portfolio of products and services to world class customers, DuraTech is incorporating new talent, technology, and facilities into its long-term plan for growth. That plan includes fostering an exceptional workplace for employees, being a responsible and involved member of the community, and meeting or exceeding the expectations of our customers.
Contact: DuraTech Industries, 3216 commerce St., La Crosse, WI. Phone:
(608) 781-2570
Fax: (608) 781-1730
Email: duratech@duratech.com.
Dr. Charles flume elected to two year term as director
Dr. Charles Flume was recently elected to a two year term as a director on the board of the International Association for Comprehensive Aesthetics (IACA). The election was held at the recent annual meeting of the IACA in Montreal, Canada. The IACA is an international organization of dentists and is devoted to teaching other dentists from around the globe the newest in dental procedures the three day event featured many of the top clinicians from North America and Australia. The clinicians presented workshops and continuing education seminars throughout the meeting. Almost all disciplines of dentistry were covered including full mouth reconstruction, TMJ therapy, periodontal therapy, endodontics (root canals) and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Flume stated that he was both honored and humbled to be recognized by this group of elite international clinicians.
Best Western Midway Hotel Riverfront Receives Director's Award for Quality
The Best Western Midway Hotel Riverfront in La Crosse has received the Best Western Director's Award for outstanding quality standards. The Director's Award recognizes Best Western International hotels with a cleanliness and maintenance inspection score of at least 950 points out of a possible 1,000. Hotels must also meet Best Western's requirements for design and high customer service scores to qualify for the distinction. "The Director's Award is an important symbol of success," says General Manager Patti Stellmaker.
"This award confirms the Best Western Midway Hotel Riverfront's commitment to providing quality accommodations for our guests. Our housekeeping and maintenance departments have worked hard to achieve this level of excellence." Located at 1835 Rose Street, the Best Western Midway Hotel Riverfront features 119 rooms, indoor water park, exercise room, volleyball, mini golf, River Jack's Restaurant and Lounge, outside deck with a bar and grill
(Seasonal) and a beautiful view of the Black River. Reservations may be booked by calling Best Western International's 24-hour, toll-free reservations number at (800) WESTERN. Reservations are also available from Best Western International's Web site at www.bestwestern.com. Best Western International is celebrating its 60th Anniversary as a membership association of independently owned and operated hotels that provides marketing, reservations and operational support to its members. Growing from a string of roadside motels starting in 1946 Long Beach, CA, to THE WORLD'S LARGEST HOTEL CHAIN® with 4,200 hotels in 80 countries, Best Western is one of the industry's most endearing iconic brands.
Franciscan Skemp Healthcare Honors H.E.R.O.E.S.
Franciscan Skemp Healthcare recently honored two employees with H.E.R.O.E.S. awards. H.E.R.O.E.S., Honoring Employees with Recognition for Outstanding Extracurricular Service, honors an employee for his or her volunteer efforts to help individuals, organizations or causes in the community. Each H.E.R.O. receives an award and a monetary gift that is donated to the organization of his or her choice.
The April H.E.R.O. was Jason Wellert, Delivery Technician in Home Medical Equipment at the La Crosse campus. Jason is active in his church's Christian Big Brother program, which allows him to spend time with an eleven-year-old boy who has bipolar. Jason invites his "brother" to eat dinner with his family, play basketball, watch video games and lift weights. Jason includes his "brother" in his family activities because he thinks it's important for him to know he's part of something special. In the past, Jason has also been committed to his younger brother. Two years after Jason graduated from high school, in 1997, Jason welcomed his brother into his home. He lived with Jason and his wife Lori for four years, and has since graduated from high school and is currently living and working in the community. Jason's decision to join the Christian Big Brother program and to help out his own brother was influenced by his maternal grandfather who taught him the value of hard work, appreciating life and patience. For the first time in eight years, a department was honored as a H.E.R.O. The June H.E.R.O. was awarded to Information Services employees, who were chosen in recognition of their consistent efforts to support an individual, an organization or a cause. The department has an Employee Teamwork and Collaboration, which is a committee that meets regularly to come up with projects that involve everyone in their department. In 2000, the department formed "Sponsor a Family." which is a project that provides Christmas gifts for needy families. I.S. has since sponsored many families, and to raise money for these gifts, I.S. employees host a perennial plant sale/auction and bake sale each May. In April, I.S. staff members prepared a $5 lunch for Franciscan Skemp employees to raise money for former I.S. employee Jon Severson, whose cancer led to an early retirement. The lunch and additional donations from staff in other departments raised more than $3,400 to fund a trip to Disney World for Jon. Some I.S. staff members also planted Jon's garden at his home. When the department's pledge to the Medical Excellence Campaign was completed with "Jeans Day" money, the staff agreed to pledge $5,000 during the next three years to the Oasis Fund for Cancer Patient Support within Franciscan Skemp Foundation. Through the years, the department has also financially supported A Place of Grace, Safe Path, Toys for Tots, the Salvation Army, La Crosse Area Needs Closet and the Franciscan Skemp/Diocese of La Crosse Medical Missions. Currently, they are planning an activity to support nursing home residents.
SANE - A program at Franciscan Skemp healthcare offers safe haven for sexual assault victims
The SANE-A (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner-Adult/Adolescent) program at Franciscan Skemp healthcare offers the only certified team of SANE-A nurses in the Coulee Region that provide around-the-clock care to sexual assault victims. Because of SANE-A, sexual assault victims are a priority when they arrive at the emergency department. Franciscan Skemp Healthcare's LuAnne Kratt, RN, is the SANE-A Coordinator at Franciscan Skemp Healthcare and a past president of the International Association for Forensic Nurses (IAFN) - Wisconsin Chapter. Franciscan Skemp Healthcare currently has five nationally certified SANE-A nurses in practice. Trained by the IAFN,
Dr. Robert E. Nesse is recognized for long-term relationship with Mayo Clinic
Dr. Robert E. Nesse, MD, President and CEO of Franciscan Skemp Healthcare was recognized in the latest issue of Mayo Alumni Magazine for his long-term relationship with Mayo Clinic and expertise in healthcare and business relationships. Dr. Nesse has been with the Mayo Clinic for 26 years and has been President and CEO of Franciscan Skemp since January 2004. During this time, Dr. Nesse has been searching for and acting upon potential growth and development opportunities within the health system.
Dr. Nesse joined the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota in 1980, where he began to seek changes that would better healthcare.
While in Rochester, Dr. Nesse was the residency program director for family practice from 1984 to 1990 and was Vice Chair of the Mayo Clinic Department of Family Medicine from 1990 to 1996.
He worked as a member of the John Deere Clinic Development Committee and was on the steering committee that developed the Institute for Clinical Systems Integration in Minneapolis. In 1996, Dr. Nesse joined the Mayo Clinic Rochester Board of Governors and was selected as vice chairman in 1999. From 2001 to 2003, he was the chair of strategic planning coordination for Mayo Clinic Rochester. Dr. Nesse also served as a member of the Board of Mayo Management Services Incorporated and Mayo Collaborative Services Incorporated. In 2004, he was selected as a member of the Mayo Clinic Board of Governors and the Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees. He was elected to the Board of Directors of the American Medical Group Association in 2006. Mayo Alumni Magazine is an international publication that is sent to all Mayo staff and alumni. Content includes articles involving newsworthy activities and alumni, students and staff at Mayo Clinic. The magazine features articles about leading medical and scientific advances and current medical issues. The article about Dr. Nesse was in the August 18th edition of Mayo Alumni Magazine.
Bob Schneyer's Counseling and Facilitation Service Opening in September
With the September opening of Bob Schneyer's counseling and facilitation service, area businesses will have a fresh option to bring in long term experience to assist with personnel and relationship issues in the work place.
Schneyer carries 35 years of experience as a psychotherapist and marriage/family counselor. "The move to working in a business environment is a natural outgrowth of my long history of working with people," says Schneyer.
"Over the course of my career, it's clear to me that issues of people's experience at work often rival personal and family issues as sources of both stress and satisfaction," he indicates.
Schneyer is licensed by the State of Wisconsin as an Independent Clinical Social Worker and a Marriage and Family Therapist. He was associated with several area clinics until he retired from full time practice in 2005.
Interested businesses may contact Schneyer at his home phone, 785-0645. A meeting will then be arranged at the business site or a neutral setting to confidentially discuss the situation.
State Bank Financial Names Jill Coughlin to Director of Concierge Banking Services
State Bank Financial is pleased to announce Jill Coughlin as Director of Concierge Banking Services.
Coughlin will serve as a single point of contact for clients seeking comprehensive financial solutions with one-stop convenience. State Bank's exclusive Concierge Banking Service offers a "Consider It Done" approach to customer service, 24/7.
Jill brings to her position a broad background of financial planning for individuals and small businesses, plus extensive experience in customer service management. Coughlin explains, "I'm able to use over 25 years of professional and personal experience to creatively serve our customers. Helping clients identify goals and prioritize needs offers a new experience every day. It's challenging, but always rewarding."
Coughlin is an active volunteer for the United Way and has served as a volunteer and board member for many other local organizations. Her husband, Dan, teaches and coaches at Aquinas High School. Son, Joe, resides in New York City and son, Alex, attends St. John's University in Collegeville MN.
Established in 1879, State Bank Financial continues to be the largest locally owned, independent, full-service bank in the area with locations in downtown La Crosse, Onalaska, Sparta, Marshfield, WI and La Crescent, MN. For more information about State Bank Financial, please log onto www.statebankfinancial.com.
New physician joins Gundersen Lutheran
Todd Kowalski, MD, has joined the Gundersen Lutheran Infectious Disease department medical staff. Kowalski spent much of his third and fourth years of medical school here and subsequently completed his Internal Medicine residency training at Gundersen Lutheran.
Kowalski received his Bachelor of Science in genetics and his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. After completing his Internal Medicine residency at Gundersen Lutheran, he completed an Infectious Disease fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn.
Gundersen Lutheran physical therapist recognized as 'Rookie of the year'
The Wisconsin Physical Therapy Association is recognizing Hanni Cowley, MS, PT, Gundersen Lutheran Sports Medicine, as the Rookie of the Year Award winner. The award recognizes an individual who has made a significant contribution to the physical therapy profession in the areas of clinical practice or service within three years of graduation from an accredited physical therapy or physical therapy assistant program.
Cowley, is the tenth clinical resident in Gundersen Lutheran Sports Medicine. The American Physical Therapy Association recently reaccredited the Gundersen Lutheran program. Cowley received is a University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire graduate and has a master's degree in physical therapy from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. Prior to Gundersen Lutheran, Cowley provided general outpatient physical therapy services in a rural area for the Barron Medical Center in Barron, Wis.
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