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Midwest Mujeres Celebrates Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at The Spark Building in Madison

For Immediate Release
October 28, 2024

Midwest Mujeres Celebrates Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at The Spark Building in Madison
An Invitation to Join the Journey of Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, and Storytelling

Madison, WI — Midwest Mujeres, a leading organization devoted to empowering and connecting women in our community, invites the public to a special Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at The Spark Building, 821 E. Washington Ave., Madison, WI, third floor. This inspiring event will celebrate Midwest Mujeres’ impactful work in fostering the professional and personal growth of women throughout the region.

The event will feature testimonials and stories from women whose lives have been transformed by Midwest Mujeres’ unique blend of support, networking, and entrepreneurial guidance. Joining them will be board members, key influencers, and supporters from the Midwest Mujeres circle and network, sharing their experiences and the organization’s impact on local communities.

Midwest Mujeres founder, Araceli Esparza, shares, “This event isn’t just about cutting a ribbon—it’s about opening doors. Midwest Mujeres is a platform where women from all walks of life can find the resources, mentorship, and camaraderie they need to achieve their dreams. This ribbon cutting celebrates that journey.”

Guests can look forward to an atmosphere filled with inspiration, entrepreneurship, and storytelling. From women entrepreneurs launching new ventures to storytellers inspiring change, attendees will have the chance to connect, learn, and grow alongside a dynamic community.

Midwest Mujeres has helped countless women enhance their lives, grow businesses, and cultivate financial independence, fostering a vibrant network of empowered women dedicated to uplifting one another.

Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: The Spark Building, 821 E. Washington Ave., Madison, WI 53703 (Third Floor)

This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served, and ample networking opportunities will be available. Don’t miss this chance to be a part of a momentous occasion that celebrates the incredible accomplishments of women in our community and the dedicated work of Midwest Mujeres.

For more information, please contact:
Araceli Esparza
Founder, Midwest Mujeres
Email: info@midwestmujeres.com
Phone: (608) 571-5182

About Midwest Mujeres
Midwest Mujeres is a community-centric organization designed to empower and connect women, especially Latinas and women of color, through education, entrepreneurship, and storytelling. By offering resources, mentorship, and development opportunities, Midwest Mujeres strives to build a supportive ecosystem that enables women to achieve their full potential.

Join us in honoring this commitment and celebrating the strength and resilience of women. We look forward to welcoming you!

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ADVENT, Celebrating 20 Years Providing In-Office Solutions for Treating Nose and Throat Problems Outside the Operating Room, Expands to Madison

MADISON, WIS. – Celebrating its 20th anniversary and known for its unique nasal-first approach to airway and breathing concerns, ADVENT expands to Madison., marking its 27th location. With 26 locations across four states, including eight in Wisconsin, ADVENT is excited to bring its world-leading in-office Breathing Triangle solutions to the Madison community.

The new clinic, located at 4781 Hayes Rd. Ste 101, will host Breathing Triangle Screenings and a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 4:30 p.m. During the event, guests will have the opportunity to speak with ADVENT sinus and sleep experts to uncover the root of their issues and find the right solutions. To RSVP, click here. Walk-ins are welcome.

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Reimagined and Refreshed: St. Vinny’s Grand Reopening, October 1st

MADISON — St. Vinny’s Willy St Thrift Store will celebrate its Grand Reopening on Tuesday, October 1st from 8:30 to 9:45 AM at 1309 Williamson Street, Madison. The morning will include brief remarks and an open house showcasing the remodeled retail space and program additions.

“We are overjoyed to reopen St. Vinny’s Willy Street in full,” Julie Bennett, CEO & Executive Director of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul — Madison, said, “The remodeled space enhances the shopping experience, while the new second-floor will house our St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and Microlending Programs. Our immense gratitude to Advanced Building Corporation for the construction and Dimension IV Madison Design Group for the architecture and interior design.”

St. Vinny’s Willy St will now carry furniture and refurbished mattresses. Thanks to grants from RENEW Wisconsin’s Solar for Good initiative and the City of Madison’s MadiSUN Solar Energy Program, eco-friendly solar panels contribute to the store’s ongoing sustainability efforts. A one-of-a-kind mural depicting the organization’s past, present, and future welcomes neighbors into the second-floor program space.

Attend the Grand Reopening on October 1st to celebrate local thrift, helping our neighbors in need, and the rebirth of this beloved Willy Street landmark.

Learn more about St. Vinny’s Thrift Stores at https://svdpmadison.org/shop/.

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Dovetail Cultural Resource Group Joins Mead & Hunt, Expanding Cultural Resource Capabilities

MIDDLETON, WIS., JUNE 13, 2024 – Mead & Hunt, Inc. (Mead & Hunt), an architectural, engineering, planning, and construction services firm consistently ranked in ENR’s Top 100 Design Firms list, proudly announces the acquisition of Dovetail Cultural Resource Group (Dovetail), a full-service cultural resource management firm with offices in Fredericksburg, Virginia, and Wilmington, Delaware.

Mead & Hunt CEO Andy Platz says, “What impresses us about Dovetail is not only their knowledge and expertise in cultural resource management but their passion for preserving cultural resources throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. They are dedicated to taking care of clients and communities. They are also focused on the long-term growth of their employees. These factors helped us realize how seamlessly Dovetail would fit into our company culture.”

Dovetail’s team has supported a wide variety of cultural resource projects across many markets including work for the transportation, utilities and energy, federal and local government, and private sectors. They are well-versed in helping clients navigate federal and environmental regulations, such as Section 106, Section 110, Section 4(f), and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) coordination and compliance. Their technical specialties include archaeology, architectural history, historical research, and sharing data on our past with the public.

By joining with Mead & Hunt, Dovetail can now provide its clients with a broader range of services and have access to a greater pool of cultural resources professionals. Likewise, Mead & Hunt’s clients will benefit from Dovetail’s added expertise in archaeology and the Mid-Atlantic region.

Dovetail’s founder Kerri Barile Tambs shares, “We have successfully partnered on projects with Mead & Hunt over the years and enjoyed working with the cultural resources team there. When we were approached with the opportunity to join forces, I knew our vision and values were aligned. Together, we are dedicated to taking care of people and studying cultural resources in our communities.”

About Mead & Hunt

Mead & Hunt is a national, full-service engineering, architectural, planning, and construction services firm that has been serving clients for well over a century. The firm was established by hydroelectric and hydraulic engineer Daniel Mead in 1900. Since its founding, Mead & Hunt has grown significantly in size and diversity. Today, the firm employs more than 1,300 people and works in a variety of markets, including federal, state and local governments, cultural resources, aviation, transportation, food and beverage, private, renewable energy, and water. 

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Raymond Group: Embassy Suites by Hilton Madison Downtown to Open in June

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