Bank of Sun Prairie Takes Gold in Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals’ Prestigious MarCom Awards

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February 5, 2024

Contact: Jimmy Kauffman, President and CEO
608.837.4511 ● jimmy.kauffman@bankofsunprairie.com

Bank of Sun Prairie Takes Gold in Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals’ Prestigious MarCom Awards
Commercial Showcasing Bank’s ‘Sweet Spot’ Campaign Wins

Sun Prairie, Wis.— Bank of Sun Prairie has won a Gold Award in the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP) MarCom Awards for their commercial highlighting a barista and customer with extremely specific coffee preferences.

“This recognition is such a treat for all of us,” Bank of Sun Prairie’s Chief Retail Officer John Loeffler shared. “The Sweet Spot campaign highlights the meaning behind our corporate tagline The Right Balance and our strength as a service-driven community bank with the ability to customize solutions to the granular needs of our customers.”

The spot was produced in partnership with Sioux Falls, South Dakota Marketing Agency Epicosity. “We couldn’t be happier the spot has been received so well,” said Epicosity Account Executive Seth Bjordal. “The reward for us is collaborating with wonderful clients like Bank of Sun Prairie, and we couldn’t be happier for them and their continued success.”

About the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP) is an international organization, founded in 1995, consisting of several thousand marketing, communication, advertising, public relations, digital and web professionals. AMCP administers recognition programs, provides judges, and rewards outstanding achievement and service to the community. The MarCom Awards honors excellence in marketing and communication while recognizing the creativity, hard work, and generosity of industry professionals. Since its inception in 2004, MarCom has evolved into one of the largest, most-respected creative competitions in the world. Each year 6,500 print and digital entries are submitted from dozens of countries. Visit https://marcomawards.com

About Epicosity is a full-service agency with deep experience in brand development, media and the ever-evolving digital and social strategies. Its mission is to awaken champions of the new economy. https://www.epicosity.com/

About Bank of Sun Prairie bankofsunprairie.com
Bank of Sun Prairie is a locally owned, full-service community bank with $749.6 million in assets and five locations in Sun Prairie and Cottage Grove, Wis. Its mission is to be trusted advisor for families, businesses and communities offering a complete range of services, while delivering fair returns for stockholders. Member FDIC. Equal Opportunity Lender.

Photograph attached. Video: https://youtu.be/FcmX0t6ahAQ

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Madison Black Chamber of Commerce Announces 6th Annual Black Business Awards Dinner

Madison, WI – The Madison Black Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce the 6th Annual Black Business Awards Dinner, a prestigious event recognizing and celebrating the exceptional achievements of Black-owned businesses in our vibrant community. The event is Thursday, February 22, 2024 at the Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center and starts with a Red Carpet Arrival at 5:00 PM.

Spotlighting the resilience, innovation, and triumphs of Black entrepreneurs and businesses across South Central Wisconsin, the awards dinner has established itself as a triumphant celebration of Black Business Excellence during Black History Month. This year’s event promises an evening of Ebony Elegance and inspiration as we celebrate the often overlooked “Supporting Players” in our community that help us be our best selves! 

Winners of the Beauty Innovator Award, Style & Grace Award, Retail Excellence Award and nine other unique award categories will be announced during the ceremony.  

Nominations are now open to the public, and the Chamber encourages community participation in recognizing well-deserving Black-owned businesses and Black entrepreneurs. Members of the public can nominate across 12 award categories, with a limit of one ballot per person. Nominations can be submitted through https://bit.ly/mbccvotes.

Featured players of the evening include a curated collection of premium vendors selling a wide variety of luxurious goods and sophisticated services at the Black Wall Street Marketplace. Bolstering the vendors is the official Black Wall Street exhibit from the Tulsa Historical Society & Museum, a beautiful tribute showcasing the prosperity and perseverance of Black-owned businesses.

Key Event Highlights

1. Date and Time: Thursday, February 22, 2024. Red carpet rolls out at 5:00 PM.

2. Venue: The Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center, a distinguished location providing a backdrop for an elegant and uplifting evening. Tickets can be purchased here: https://bit.ly/mbcctickets

3. Award Categories: Recognizing Black Business Excellence and showcasing the diversity and strength of our local business community. Nominate a business here through February 5.  https://bit.ly/mbccvotes

4. Black Wall Street Marketplace: Visit the Black Wall Street art exhibit from the Tulsa Historical Society & Museum while shopping from a curated collection of local businesses, artists, and vendors that embody Black Business Excellence.  Vendors can register here through February 11. https://bit.ly/mbccvendorcall

The Madison Black Chamber of Commerce extends a warm invitation to community members, business leaders, and supporters to join in this celebration of entrepreneurship, empowerment, and economic growth.

For media inquiries, sponsorship opportunities, or ticket purchases, please contact: 
George Smith  
Public Relations and Outreach Specialist 
Madison Black Chamber of Commerce   
(312) 305-0130 
george@madisonblackchamber.com

About Madison Black Chamber of Commerce: 
The Madison Black Chamber of Commerce is committed to promoting economic empowerment and fostering a thriving business community for Black entrepreneurs throughout South Central Wisconsin. Through advocacy, education, and collaboration, the Chamber aims to create an environment that supports the growth and success of Black-owned businesses. General information available at https://www.madisonblackchamber.com/ 

National Guardian Life Insurance Company: Nominations now open for National Funeral Directors Association’s second annual Inspiration Award

Following a motivational inaugural year, National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) is pleased to once again sponsor National Funeral Directors Association’s (NFDA) second annual Inspiration Award. Nominations are now open with NFDA accepting submissions through February 16 in recognition of an exceptional woman who has made noteworthy professional contributions to the funeral service industry or related fields.

“I’m excited and honored to be part of the annual Inspiration Award through NGL’s sponsorship. There are many outstanding women in the profession who deserve to be recognized for their successes and have their story shared. I look forward to learning who the next exceptional female that has elevated the funeral service will be,” said Jennifer Kaset, Vice President, Sales and Business Development at NGL.

The 2024 Inspiration Award recipient will be announced during the 2024 Professional Women’s Conference in Savannah, Ga, April 28-30, 2024.

Last year, Kaset had the privilege of presenting the 2023 NFDA Inspiration Award to Ellen Wynn McBrayer. Ellen is a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer, Certified Celebrant, Certified Funeral Service Practitioner, Certified Preplanning Consultant and is the President and Chief Financial Officer of Jones-Wynn Funeral Homes and Crematory, a third-generation family business.

Click here to learn more, including criteria and guidelines about the NFDA 2024 Inspiration Award.

About NGL

Established in 1909 National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) is an insurance company headquartered in Madison, Wis. Licensed to do business in 49 states and the District of Columbia, NGL markets preneed and individual life and annuities, as well as group markets products. Information about NGL can be found at www.nglic.com; Facebook: Facebook.com/NGLIC and LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-guardian-life-insurance-company.

National Guardian Life Insurance Company is not affiliated with The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America a/k/a The Guardian or Guardian Life.

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Bank of Sun Prairie Recognized for Excellence in Financial Education

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                             December 18, 2023
Contact:

Hannah Flanders, WBF Coordinator                        Jimmy Kauffman, Bank of Sun Prairie President and CEO

hflanders@wisbank.com                                              608.837.4511| jimmy.kauffman@bankofsunprairie.com

Bank of Sun Prairie Recognized for Excellence in Financial Education

Bank’s Pam Blattner and Pamela Sanderson also recognized for Financial Literacy Achievements

Sun Prairie, Wis. – On November 16 at an event held in Wisconsin Dells, the Wisconsin Bankers Foundation (WBF) honored Bank of Sun Prairie with the Foundation’s Excellence in Financial Education Award for the bank’s organization-wide dedication to financial education. Two of their team members, Assistant Vice President Senior Branch Manager Pam Blattner and Trust Assistant Pamela Sanderson were also recognized for their efforts in promoting financial literacy to Wisconsin’s consumers and each received WBF Certificates of Recognition for their individual efforts in advancing financial literacy.

As the nonprofit arm of the Wisconsin Bankers Association (WBA), WBF’s mission is to promote financial literacy and capability to the public and to broaden consumer empowerment in the financial services industry through research, education, grants, and scholarships. During the 2022–2023 fiscal year, more than 360 bankers across the state participated in financial education-focused presentations helping to reach more than 24,700 consumers of all ages. This outstanding effort is underscored in the efforts of the Bank of Sun Prairie team.

“Throughout Wisconsin, bankers go above and beyond in their commitment to their communities,” said Chair Rose Oswald Poels of the Wisconsin Bankers Foundation. “We thank the team at Bank of Sun Prairie — with special thanks to Pam and Pamela — for their outstanding work in helping individuals and families to build foundational financial skills.”

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About the Wisconsin Bankers Foundation

The Wisconsin Bankers Foundation (WBF) is a Wisconsin non-stock corporation organized for charitable and educational purposes. WBF is dedicated to promoting financial literacy and financial responsibility to the public and to broadening consumer empowerment in the financial services industry primarily through research and education. (IRS Public Charity Employer Identification Number 46-3791061)

About the Wisconsin Bankers Association

Founded in 1892, WBA is the state’s largest financial industry trade association, representing more than 200 commercial banks and savings institutions, their branches, and over 30,000 employees. The Association represents banks of all sizes in Wisconsin, and nearly 98 percent of banks in the state are WBA members.

About Bank of Sun Prairie

Bank of Sun Prairie is a locally owned, full-service community bank with $719.3 million in assets and five locations in Sun Prairie and Cottage Grove, Wis. Its mission is to be trusted advisor for families, businesses and communities offering a complete range of services, while delivering fair returns for stockholders. Member FDIC. Equal Opportunity Lender.

Lindsay Foresight & Stratagem: Lindsay earns top honor at UW—Stevens Point

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Contact: Marsha Lindsay
608-575-7070
Email: marsha@LFands.com

Lindsay earns top honor at UW—Stevens Point
Started as advisor to governor, now global businesses expert

MADISON—Marsha Lindsay, a venerable Madison business owner and community leader, added another award to her lengthy list with the University of Wisconsin—Stevens Point’s 2023 Distinguished Aluma Award.

“I am deeply honored that my cherished roots in Stevens Point led me to the world stage,” said Lindsay. “I owe my success to many powerful people in the smaller college atmosphere who believed in me.”

After graduating from UWSP and enrolling in graduate school at UW—Madison, Lindsay was recruited by UWSP’s Chancellor Lee Dreyfus to join the small team that led his 1978 successful campaign for governor.

“Marsha discovered her purpose at our university and was advised by our first chancellor and Wisconsin governor, Lee Sherman Dreyfus,” said UWSP Chancellor Thomas Gibson. “His mentorship led her on a path to graduate school and starting her own company.”

Gibson said Lindsay’s career “inspires other women in business and industry.”

Lindsay, CEO of Lindsay Foresight & Stratagem, founded her most recent company, a strategic business consultancy, in 2017. Prestigious publications including Forbes and Chief Executive have featured her thought leadership and strategic playbooks. Global companies seek her forward-looking advice including The Conference Board and the Duttweiller Institute of Economic and Social Studies, Switzerland’s oldest think tank.

She has advised many companies and associations in Wisconsin. She was a founder of the award-winning Lindsay Stone & Briggs marketing firm in Madison.

“Marsha Lindsay is a renowned thought leader, innovator and trailblazer whose work has inspired some of the brightest minds in business,” said Zach Brandon, president of the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce. “Her keen vision for branding and marketing will ensure continued growth for her company and influence business leaders for years to come.”

Lindsay was named Distinguished Alumna at the UW—Madison, one of nine “making a difference” by the International Women’s Forum, Wisconsin Woman Entrepreneur of the Year, and a Distinguished Fellow at the UW—Madison Engineering School’s E-Commerce Institute, among many other honors.

About Lindsay Foresight & Stratagem

Lindsay Foresight & Stratagem is a competitive advantage consultancy. Insight and foresight from the firm’s extensive research on emerging marketplace, marketing and strategic planning dynamics inform the presentations, workshops and strategic playbooks the firm provides execs around the globe, helping them prepare for the future in ways more enlightened, strategic, proficient, and preemptive.

For a current photo and bio of Marsha Lindsay, go to her website.

For more information, visit the Lindsay Foresight and Stratagem website at https://lfands.com or follow Marsha Lindsay on LinkedIn at https//www.linkedin.com/in/marsha-lindsay-4985a54.