Category: Accolades
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WPS named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10th consecutive year
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Contact:
Tom Enwright
(608) 977-7165
WPS named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10th consecutive year
MADISON, Wis.—Feb. 26, 2019—WPS Health Solutions is being recognized by the Ethisphere® Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as one of the 2019 World’s Most Ethical Companies®.
“This is the 10th consecutive year that Wisconsin Physicians Service Insurance Corporation (WPS Health Solutions) has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute. This milestone achievement demonstrates our commitment to ethical business practices and leading with integrity,” said Jane Keller-Allen, WPS Vice President of Internal Audit, Compliance and Risk. “We continually work toward maintaining our high standards for ethical business behavior, responsible corporate citizenship, effective leadership, and solid governance.”
In 2019, 128 honorees were recognized spanning 21 countries and 50 industries. The honorees illustrate how companies continue to be the driving force for improving communities, building capable and empowered workforces, and fostering corporate cultures focused on ethics and a strong sense of purpose, the Ethisphere Institute said.
The World’s Most Ethical Company assessment is based upon the Ethisphere Institute’s Ethics Quotient® framework. Scores are generated in five key categories: ethics and compliance program (35%), culture of ethics (20%), corporate citizenship and responsibility (20%), governance (15%), and leadership and reputation (10%).
The full list can be found at: http://www.worldsmostethicalcompanies.com/honorees/
About WPS Health Solutions
WPS Health Solutions is a nationally regarded government contractor and a leading Wisconsin not-for-profit health insurer. The WPS Health Insurance division offers affordable health plans and benefits administration. The WPS Government Health Administrators division administers Part A and B Medicare benefits for millions of seniors in multiple states, and the WPS Military and Veterans Health division serves millions more members who are active in the U.S. military, veterans and their families. In 2019, the international Ethisphere® Institute named WPS one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® for the 10th straight year. For more information, please visit wpshealthsolutions.com.
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Best Western Premier Park Hotel to Receive Champion Green Award
Contact: Stephanie Abram
(608) 445-1175
February 15, 2019
Best Western Premier Park Hotel to Receive Champion Green Award
Madison, WI — Park Hotel, a Best Western Premier hotel in Madison, Wisconsin will be honored with the Best Western 2019 Champion Green Award at the upcoming Best Western Hotels and Resorts district meeting.
David Kong, CEO of Best Western Hotels and Resorts, says that Park Hotel was selected as this year’s top hotel for its attention to conserving energy, sustaining resources, and reducing its carbon footprint. Expansive energy conservation initiatives were an integral part of the hotel’s 2016 remodel. Kong says that eco-friendly travel options continue to grow in popularity and Park Hotel is “helping to ensure Best Western delivers on the expectations of our valued guests.” Kong will present the award to Park Hotel at the company’s district meeting in April.
Park Hotel was built in 1871 and is Madison’s only Capitol Square hotel. The hotel, owned by the Mullins family, previously won the In Business Commercial Design Award and the Best Western Premier Champion Design Award.
Photo: Park Hotel exterior
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Alliant Energy selected for 2019 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
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Media Contact: Scott Reigstad (608) 458-3145
Investor Relations contact: Susan Gille (608) 458-3956
Alliant Energy selected for 2019 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
Inclusion recognizes commitment to advancing women in the workplace
MADISON, Wis. – January 16, 2019 – Alliant Energy is one of 230 companies worldwide selected for the 2019 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index (GEI), which distinguishes companies committed to transparency in gender reporting and advancing women’s equality. The GEI includes firms from 10 sectors headquartered across 36 countries.
“Alliant Energy places great value on diversity and is pleased to be included in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index,” said Alliant Energy Chairman and CEO Patricia Kampling. “We are only successful if we create a workplace where all people feel like they belong.”
Bloomberg’s standardized reporting framework offers public companies the opportunity to disclose information on how they promote gender equality across four separate areas – company statistics, policies, community engagement, and products and services. Reporting companies that score above a globally established threshold, based on the extent of disclosures and the achievement of best-in-class statistics and policies, are included in the GEI.
The Bloomberg gender reporting framework is voluntary and has no associated costs. The GEI is a reference index. All public companies can submit data to Bloomberg. Those with a security listed on a U.S. exchange and a market capitalization of $1 billion or greater are eligible for index inclusion.
For more information on the GEI, visit: bloomberg.com/professional/solution/gender-equality-index/.
About Alliant Energy
Alliant Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: LNT), headquartered in Madison, Wis., provides regulated energy service to 960,000 electric and 410,000 natural gas customers across Iowa and Wisconsin. Alliant Energy’s mission is to deliver the energy solutions and exceptional service customers and communities count on – safely, efficiently and responsibly. Interstate Power and Light Company and Wisconsin Power and Light Company are Alliant Energy’s two public energy companies. Alliant Energy is a component of the Nasdaq CRD Sustainability Index, Bloomberg’s 2019 Gender-Equality Index, and the S&P 500. For more information, visit alliantenergy.com.
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Village of Oregon Awarded for Investment in Community Infrastructure
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Media Contact: Kirsten Grimes, Marketing Content Writer
Ruekert & Mielke, Inc
(262)-291-2791
kgrimes@ruekert-mielke.com
Village of Oregon Awarded for Investment in Community Infrastructure
Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. Awards the Village with Investment in Infrastructure Achievement Award and Donation to the Oregon Youth Center
[Madison, WI, December 18, 2018] – On December 17th, Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. (R/M), a local civil engineering firm, presented the Village of Oregon with the Investment in Infrastructure Achievement Award, a distinction given to communities that put forth exceptional effort to better the lives of their residents through improvements in infrastructure.
“We are proud to honor the Village of Oregon with the Investment in Infrastructure Achievement Award,” said Stan Sugden, President of R/M. “The Village has consistently demonstrated a long-term commitment to enhancing the lives of its residents through infrastructure upgrades, and we are happy to recognize their commitment with this award.”
In partnership with R/M, the Village of Oregon has made incredible advancements to the community’s infrastructure, including systemic upgrades to its storm water management system, major street improvements, and new subdivision developments.
“The Village of Oregon recognizes the importance of investing in our community’s infrastructure in order to maintain an exceptional standard of living for our residents,” said Mike Gracz, the Village Administrator. “We are grateful to Ruekert & Mielke for their continued partnership in this mission and for their generous sponsorship of our donation to the Oregon Youth Center, an invaluable community resource.”
Communities that receive the Investment in Infrastructure Achievement Award are gifted $1,000 to donate to a local non-profit of their choice. The Village of Oregon opted to give their donation to the Oregon Youth Center, a free program that supports young people in grades five through nine. The center provides a safe, supervised place for young members of the community to gather after school and in the summertime.
“We are so grateful to the Village of Oregon and Ruekert & Mielke for this kind and generous donation to our program,” said Diane Newlin, Director of the Oregon Youth Center. “The donation will go towards our general operational fund, which makes it possible for our program to continue to run. We are beyond thankful for the continued support of our program by the Village of Oregon.”
L-R: Stan Sugden, President of Ruekert & Mielke Inc.; Jason Lietha, Vice President of Ruekert & Mielke Inc.; Diane Newlin, Director of the Oregon Youth Center, and students who attend programs at the Oregon Youth Center
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About Ruekert & Mielke, Inc.
Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. partners with communities to provide municipal infrastructure management that encompasses a broad range of municipal services throughout Wisconsin and Illinois. R/M has over 70 years of experience and assists communities in managing water, wastewater, storm water, transportation, municipal finance, electrical, SCADA control systems, and construction review. R/M services are centered around technology and feature a cloud-based GIS portal that allows communities to access and manage their infrastructure in a mobile environment.
About the Village of Oregon
The Village of Oregon is situated in the southern half of Dane County, approximately 7 miles south of Madison. Oregon combines a family-friendly, small-town atmosphere with easy access to all that the nearby Madison and Janesville areas have to offer. Oregon offers nationally recognized schools, beautiful parks, and extensive sports and recreation programs. The Village of Oregon is committed to providing residents and businesses alike with quality municipal services.
About the Oregon Youth Center
The Oregon Youth Center is a free, safe, supervised, drop-in program for youth in fifth through ninth grades. The OYC is open from 3 PM to 6 PM Monday through Friday when school is in session and from 12 PM to 5 PM on no school and half days. Summer hours are 12 PM to 5 PM Monday through Thursday and 1 PM to 4 PM on Fridays.
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Vogel Bros. Building Co. Celebrates Milestone Anniversary
For Immediate Release: December 7, 2018
Media Contact: Heather Manke, 608.663.8974
MADISON, WIS. – Vogel Bros. Building Co. has reached a milestone this December, celebrating 90 years of doing business as a Wisconsin corporation. The family owned business started on the eastside of Madison in 1875. Since its beginnings, Vogel Bros. has grown to a nationally recognized, fifth-generation construction services company with its home office in Madison, WI and a second location in Lakeland, FL. December 11, 2018 will mark the 90th anniversary of Vogel Bros. Building Co.’s incorporation.
Company CEO and President Peter Vogel remarked: “We have achieved this milestone through the hard work and dedication of our employees, and through the loyalty of our customers. It gives me great pride to reflect on our history, and I am very excited as I look to the future.”
The company plans to celebrate this milestone throughout the next year by reflecting on where they started, appreciating what they have achieved, and crafting plans for the future.
“We’re just kicking off the celebration,” said Peter when discussing the milestone achievement. “Moving forward we will continue to focus on our mission: to continually improve our services in order to enhance the lives of the people in the communities we serve. Our team is energized and we look forward to the possibilities that lie ahead of us.”
“I am proud to say that I’ve been a part of the team for 64 of our 90 years. From my early days when I played in the shop, to serving as CEO from 1969 to 1997,” David Vogel reminisced. “I’ve seen our industry transform and evolve in ways we could never have imagined. It’s been a gift to have been a part of it.”
(L) David Vogel and (R) Peter Vogel.
Vogel Bros. Building Co. (http://vogelbldg.com) is a fifth-generation construction services company with offices in Madison, WI and Lakeland, FL. As an award-winning company, Vogel Bros. has earned recognition for completing large-scale complex projects, encouraging innovation, embracing new technologies, and making a difference in our communities. We owe our success and longevity to the values established by the Vogel family that have been shared through the generations and are embodied in our employees.
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