gener8tor Announces Partnership with Microsoft

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media Contact: Maggie Brickerman, (608) 698-5711, maggie@gener8tor.com

gener8tor Announces Partnership with Microsoft

Coalition Includes UW-Oshkosh Business Success Center, Venture Center at Fox Valley Technical College, WiSys, UW-Green Bay Cofrin School of Business and Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation

gener8tor, Microsoft Corp., UW-Oshkosh Business Success Center, Venture Center at Fox Valley Technical College and a coalition of Wisconsin institutions including WiSys, UW-Green Bay Cofrin School of Business and Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation announced a new partnership to fuel the growth of startups emerging from Northeast Wisconsin. The Microsoft-led coalition will sponsor gBETA – a free version of gener8tor’s nationally ranked accelerator program that will provide individualized mentorship and coaching to ten Northeast Wisconsin startups each year.

“Emerging companies need more than just a great idea to take off. They need great coaching, a strong network of partners, and financial investors,” said Brad Smith, president of Microsoft. “gBETA’s accelerator program gives startups the boost they need to be successful, ultimately creating more jobs in Northeast Wisconsin.”

gBETA is a free accelerator for early-stage startups with local roots. The program provides participants with intensive and individualized coaching and access to gener8tor’s national network of mentors, potential customers, corporate partners and investors. The program is designed to help startups gain early customer traction on their product or idea, and establish metrics that make them competitive applicants for full-time accelerators or angel investment. Through gBETA, Microsoft and gener8tor hope to spark technology, drive local economic growth, and spur innovation in various industries, including traditional Northeast sectors such as paper, agriculture, and manufacturing.

“Northeast Wisconsin has all of the raw materials needed to build a high growth startup ecosystem. This vision is shared by Microsoft, UW-Oshkosh Business Success Center, Venture Center at Fox Valley Technical College, WiSys, UW-Green Bay Cofrin School of Business and Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation. We are excited to work with this broad and diverse coalition to support entrepreneurs in Northeast Wisconsin,” said Maggie Brickerman, Managing Director of gBETA.

gBETA Northeast Wisconsin will run two times per year, and is capped at five companies per cohort to ensure a high level of individualized attention. gBETA participants must have roots in Northeast Wisconsin. gBETA works with companies across all industries and business models. Startups interested in applying should contact gBETA Northeast Wisconsin Director Adrienne Palm (adrienne@gener8tor.com). For more information, visit www.gbetaaccelerator.com.

About gBETA

gBETA is a program of nationally ranked startup accelerator gener8tor. gBETA is a free, accelerator for early-stage companies with local roots. Each program is capped at five teams, and requires no fees and no equity. gBETA currently operates in five locations: Beloit, Madison, Milwaukee, Minneapolis and now Northeast Wisconsin. gBETA graduates have collectively raised nearly $4M since 2015, and 50% have either gone on to participate in a full-time, equity-based accelerator or raised at least $50,000 in seed financing. For more statistics, visit https://www.gbetaaccelerator.com/statistics/.

About gener8tor

gener8tor is a nationally ranked accelerator that invests in high-growth startups. Three times a year gener8tor invests up to $140K in each of five startups who receive a concierge experience during our 12-week accelerator program. gener8tor supports the growth of these startups through its network of experienced mentors, technologists, corporate partners, angel investors and venture capitalists.

To date, gener8tor’s 59 alums have cumulatively raised more than $120M in follow-on financing. Of these 59 alums, 57% have raised more than $1M in follow-on financing or have been acquired.

gener8tor invests in high-growth startups, including software, IT, web, SaaS, life science, medtech, e-commerce and hardware. Accepted startups receive up to $140K and 12 weeks of mentorship-driven programming. gener8tor is a proud member of the Global Accelerator Network (GAN) and is sponsored by American Family Insurance.

gener8tor is a GOLD-tier accelerator in the U.S. as ranked by the Seed Accelerator Rankings Project: http://seedrankings.com.

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Naviant Announces Intent to Acquire CASNET’s Software Division

VERONA WI & AKRON OH –– Naviant, Inc., a leading OnBase by Hyland solution provider based in Verona WI, today announced they have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire CASNET’s software division based in Akron OH by November 1^st, 2017.

The acquisition is structured so Naviant will acquire CASNET’s software division, which includes all OnBase and ApplicationXtender clients, as well as CASNET’s professional support and account management teams. CASNET will retain ownership of the CASNET service bureau and eWIX solution.

As a top Hyland partner, Naviant has been consistently named an OnBase Platinum and Diamond Support partner year after year with a thriving and happy client base. “We are committed to providing the same excellent support and delivery of services our clients have grown to expect, and we look forward to personally welcoming CASNET clients and staff into the Naviant Community,” said Liz Skolaski, EVP & COO, at Naviant.

“Coming together with Naviant is a tremendous opportunity for our existing and prospective OnBase and ApplicationXtender customers,” said Brad Bowers, President & CEO at CASNET. “The acquisition will enable our OnBase clients to be even better served by the combined teams, and allow CASNET to remain focused on our core conversion and eWIX offerings.”

Since 1986, Naviant has partnered with clients to help them do more with less and reach their business goals. The acquisition positions Naviant to further lead the industry-wide evolution from managing content to managing information and make an even bigger impact.

“This acquisition will further strengthen our services and support talent, and allow us to expand our footprint to serve a new region with a satellite office in Akron OH,” said Michael Carr, EVP & CFO of Naviant.

“Hyland fully supports this acquisition, and we believe Naviant is a shining example of an OnBase partner that provides exemplary delivery and support to their clients,” said Eric Miller, Director of Channel Sales at Hyland.

Naviant looks forward to extending a strong culture of support and partnership to CASNET’s staff, clients, and partners. To learn more about Naviant, please visit naviant.com.

About Naviant

Naviant is a Platinum & Diamond Support partner for OnBase, an award-winning global enterprise content management (ECM) solution platform. Since 1986, Naviant has helped organizations maximize productivity and reduce operational costs by streamlining document, data and workflow business processes. Naviant’s “process-first” approach brings focus to the importance of process improvement prior to implementing best-in-class ECM solutions and technology. To learn more about Naviant, please visit www.naviant.com.

About CASNET

CASNET provides world class business process services and enterprise content management (ECM) solutions to private and public sector organizations across Ohio. Since 1992 when the company was founded by Brad Bowers, CASNET has helped organizations with high volume transactional environments, streamline processes and improve productivity to improve the way business is done. With its document conversion service bureau and eWIX solution, CASNET is the chosen partner of 100’s of companies and agencies. Visit www.casnet.com to learn more.

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Media contact:

Jen Barnum

608-843-5222

jbarnum@naviant.com

Industrious to Open First Madison Location November 1st

Industrious, a premium workplace platform, blending five-star service and stunning design to provide an unparalleled workplace experience for established professionals, will be opening its first Madison location on Wednesday, November 1^st.

Businesses need great work environments in order to grow and succeed but very few are actually able to execute on this core necessity due to complicated, opaque and expensive processes. The team behind Industrious aim to make people excited and proud to go to work, by enabling businesses of all sizes to deliver a welcoming, high-quality workplace.

Taking the entire fifth floor of ULI’s 25 West Main, the Industrious space offers 64 private offices, suitable for teams of 1 to 30. With its sophisticated design, professional polish and flexible month-to-month terms, Industrious works with a broad range of industries including healthcare consultants, tech brands, business services firms, design and digital marketing agencies. Members of the Madison workplace will not only have access to complimentary conference rooms, printers, and Wi-Fi; but also daily breakfast from Madison Sourdough, coffee from JBC Coffee Roasters, and weekly happy hours in the communal lounge.

To celebrate their opening, Industrious will provide one free month of complimentary membership to Chamber members who sign up between now and October 31^st. If you’re interested in taking advantage of this special offer, please sign up for a tour of the space here or contact Madison Community Manager Ryan Ledoda at ryan@industriousoffice.com.

Not in need of office space, but know someone who sounds like a fit? We have a generous referral program. Learn more at www.industriousoffice.com/refer.

McAllen Properties completes building facade upgrade

S.C. Swiderski Announces Urban West in Wausau

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

DATE 9/5/17

Media Contact: Jacqui Miller. Real Estate and Marketing Manager, jmiller@scswiderski.com, 715-693-7823

S.C. Swiderski Announces Urban West in Wausau

Mosinee, WI – S.C. Swiderski, LLC, a construction and real estate investment company, has announced a new project in Wausau, WI. Urban West is a 22 million dollar luxury multifamily development on N. 12^th Avenue and Merrill Avenue on the west side of Wausau. The company expects to break ground in early September 2017. The first phase of the project includes a three story apartment building with secured, underground parking.

Urban West will house 132 luxury apartment homes offering a variety of studio, efficiency, one and two bedroom floorplans. The apartments will range from 654 to 1334 square feet with 9 foot ceilings, private laundry, covered balconies and upgraded finishes such as granite counters and stainless steel appliances. The building will have a large community room with a full kitchen, fireplace and spacious entertaining area as well as a fully equipped fitness room. Other building features include secured entrances, elevators, storage lockers and indoor and outdoor lounge areas. The exterior will have aluminum panels, brick and oversized windows bringing a sophisticated, urban look to the neighborhood. To embrace the area’s vibrant art community, Urban West will display works by local artists in the common areas and model home.

S.C. Swiderski is the architect, builder and owner of Urban West. S.C. Swiderski Construction will manage the project with their excavation department handling the excavation and site utility installation for the project.

The Property Management Division of S.C. Swiderski will provide professional leasing, maintenance and grounds keeping for this site.  Leasing Department Manager Kari Kussow said, “We are thrilled to bring our new, contemporary building design to Wausau. These apartments will fill an under-served niche in Wausau providing an upscale rental option with great community amenities and the convenience of underground parking. We believe the tenant experience at Urban West will be second to none in the market.”

About S.C. Swiderski, LLC: S.C. Swiderski is a comprehensive construction and real estate investment company. The Construction Division provides complete planning, architectural and landscape design, excavation and construction services. The Real Estate Division acquires property and develops plans for the portfolio which includes multifamily, commercial, retail and resort properties as well as commercial, residential, waterfront and recreational land. The Property Management Division handles the professional management, grounds keeping and maintenance of their portfolio.

S.C. Swiderski is expanding and actively pursuing opportunities for acquisition and investment in the Midwest.  scswiderski.com

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