Wisconsin Aviation Flight School Reaches 100 Flight Students

Wisconsin Aviation has recently enrolled their 100th flight student.

Wisconsin Aviation continues to recognize the pilot shortage here in the USA. Airlines and other aircraft operators are having a hard time finding qualified pilots. Wisconsin Aviation continues to hire FAA Certified Flight Instructors to meet the demand.

Wisconsin Aviation offers anyone interested in exploring becoming a pilot an introductory lesson for one hour, at each of their locations. If you are interested in finding out more about becoming a pilot for a career or for recreation, please contact us.

Wisconsin Aviation has operations at Dane County Regional Airport (Madison, WI), the Watertown Municipal Airport (Watertown, WI) and Dodge County Airport (Juneau, WI). It is the largest full-service general aviation services provider in Wisconsin. Wisconsin Aviation is proudly celebrating 35 years in business.

Web: www.wisconsinaviation.com
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Phone: Trevor Janz – 920-261-4567
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Madison Ballet’s Nutcracker Breaks Revenue Record

(Madison, WI – January 12, 2017)—Madison Ballet’s annual December performances of The Nutcracker grossed the highest ticket and concession sales in the 35-year history of the organization.

Artistic Director W. Earle Smith’s production was the culmination of the work of hundreds of local cast and crew members, musicians, volunteers, staff and designers, and is arguably the largest holiday production in the area. The 2016 performances once again featured live music from the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Maestro Andrew Sewell, and cast members from over 18 local dance studios, all performing alongside the Ballet’s company of 12 dancers, who came together to mount the largest holiday production in the area. With over 12,000 audience members in attendance, the success of this year’s Nutcracker marks a significant achievement, following a difficult year for the Ballet, in which the company’s season was cut short due to financial challenges.

Of the achievement, Smith said: 

“I am so proud of everyone who helped to make this year’s production a success. From the dancers onstage to the musicians, volunteers, and crew backstage the magic begins with our partners in the community. The Nutcracker could not continue without the generous spirit of the people of the Madison area. With that support, Madison Ballet will continue to provide the highest level of artistry, education and opportunities to the community for decades to come.”

That being said, while Development Director Alicia Kopp marks this success with optimism, she is quick to point out that ticket revenue is just a small part of what is needed to sustain Madison Ballet’s extraordinary organization. “Ticket sales amount to less than half of our annual income. The contributions and sponsorships that we receive are a crucial part of our success.  As we move into the new year and further exceptional programming, we continue to seek new funding opportunities in support of our world-class local artists and programs.”

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES

Bare – Repertory Program

Bartell Theatre

February 3 – 4, 2017

Primavera – Repertory Program

*Featuring Two World Premieres

Bartell Theatre

March 31 – April 1, 2017

ABOUT MADISON BALLET

Founded in 1981, Madison Ballet is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit performing arts organization based, led by Artistic Director W. Earle Smith. Its mission is to promote appreciation of and access to ballet by providing training and performing opportunities through public performances and educational initiatives.

Now in its 35^th year, Madison Ballet is the second-largest dance organization in Wisconsin. Over 12,000 people attend Madison Ballet’s original production of The Nutcracker each year. In addition, Madison Ballet presents a varied repertoire of other performances each season, from intimate mixed-bill programs to elaborate full-length productions. Community outreach programs such as Madison Ballet: Offstage & Personal and Behind the Curtains bring the magic of Madison Ballet to both the young and young-at-heart, providing new perspectives on this timeless art form.

The School of Madison Ballet (SMB) opened in September 2005 and has become one of the most highly respected dance education programs in the Midwest. SMB provides classes and pre-professional training for over 450 students from children to adults. Alumni of the school and studio company have gone on to a number of prestigious companies and schools, such as Sacramento Ballet, Miami City Ballet, School of American Ballet, Pacific Northwest Ballet School, and Ballet Chicago.

For more information, please contact: 

Gretchen Bourg, General Manager

Madison Ballet

gretchen@madisonballet.org

608-278-7990 x672 

A.M. Best Reaffirms A- Excellent Rating of NGL

National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) is pleased to announce that A.M. Best has recently reaffirmed its A- (Excellent) rating. This rating reflects the excellent ability of NGL to meet its ongoing insurance policy and contract obligations and further attests to its financial strength.

“The A- Excellent rating further demonstrates our commitment to over 1.2 million policyholders and 28,000 independent agents who depend on NGL as a strong and reliable insurance company. NGL has the financial strength to be there when needed,” said Brian Hogan, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at NGL.

A.M. Best is the world’s oldest and most authoritative insurance rating information source. The financial strength rating is based on a comprehensive quantitative and qualitative evaluation of a company’s balance sheet strength, operating performance and business profile.

As a longtime leader in the insurance industry, NGL is dedicated to serving policyholders and partners by offering high-quality products that are among the safest and most stable in the industry.

About NGL

Since 1910, National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL), a mutual insurance company, has been located 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 including specialty and student insurance. Additional 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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