Mentoring Positives: Muriel’s Place Opening Empowers Disadvantaged Youth to Further a Good Cause That Tastes Great

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MAY 11, 2023
CONTACT: WILL GREEN @ 608-345-1064
will.g@mentoringpositives.org

Madison-based Mentoring Positives is set to open Muriel’s Place, a commercial kitchen where disadvantaged teens gain confidence, develop job skills and build relationships – all while making, marketing and selling Off The Block™ homemade pizza and salsa.

With operations now under one roof, Muriel’s Place is open to the public every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 11 am – 2 pm for lunch and 5-7 pm for dinner. Off the Block™ pizzas come in seven varieties. They can be ordered hot or frozen, with dine-in and carry-out options available. Two flavors of homemade salsa are also available. All proceeds go directly back to Mentoring Positives, a transformational program serving youth in the Darbo-Worthington Park neighborhood.

RIBBON CUTTING SLATED FOR THURSDAY, MAY 18 @ 4PM
The Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce is hosting a ribbon cutting event for the grand opening of Muriel’s Place, 2844 E Washington Ave, located on the ground level of the new Ella Apartments Building. Guest speakers include Chamber President Zach Brandon and City of Madison staff.

“In the throes of the pandemic, standing outside, physically distanced, Will laid out his vision for a new space for Mentoring Positives,” said Zach Brandon, President of the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce. “It is exciting to see the official opening of this space, which serves as a monument to Will and Becky’s unrelenting commitment to inspiring, guiding and serving as champions for young people in this community.”

MORE SPACE MEANS MORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH
Previously, Off the Block™ products were produced in a shared commercial space leased at FEED Kitchens on Madison’s north side. They are sold at several Madison area locations, including Willy Street Co-op, Metcalfe’s Market and Regent Street Market.

“FEED Kitchens has been a nurturing space as our youth have built and grown the Off the Block™ brand,” said co-founder Becky Green. “Our success there has been a springboard for our kids to further stretch their entrepreneurial skills.”

“At Muriel’s Place, they can see, learn and touch every aspect of the business, from sourcing Wisconsin ingredients to managing a pizza assembly line, taking care of equipment, marketing their products and delivering excellent customer service,” Becky Green said.

With more ways to buy Off the Block™ products, the group hopes to increase sales and invest even more in the people who will eventually become adult leaders of the Darbo-Worthington neighborhood and beyond.

MURIEL’S PLACE NAMED AFTER BELOVED MOM
Founded in 2004, Mentoring Positives utilizes group mentoring, athletics and entrepreneurial opportunities to guide and empower disadvantaged youth. A former star UW-Eau Claire basketball player, Will Green uses the basketball court as his meeting place for building relationships with young people.

With backgrounds in psychology and social work, the Greens first met while working at the Eau Claire Academy, a residential treatment center for youth with emotional and behavioral problems. It was there that Will and Becky, both raised by devoted single moms, cemented their collective passion for helping young people chart their path to adulthood.

Muriel’s Place is named after Will’s mom, Muriel Pipkins, who died at age 46 of breast cancer.

“She is my hero and my motivation for helping kids”, said Will Green. I turned my pain into passion after her death.

“I grew up without a father and my mom made heroic sacrifices so I could succeed. I want to give that same love and affection she showed to our family, friends back home in our community in Gary, Indiana,” Green added. Our youth in the Madison community face monumental challenges. If we mentor and wrap them in love and support, while equipping them to succeed, I believe they will have a bright future.”

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Wisco Barbell Club Brings Fun and Fitness with Their Grand Opening Extravaganza

Madison, Wisconsin – Wisco Barbell Club is proud to announce their Grand Opening taking place on May 13th from 12-4PM. This free event will be a celebration of food, fitness, and fun for the whole family.

Expect a jam-packed day of activities including mini strength competitions, bouncy houses, local vendors, raffle prizes, live performances… and so much more! And for those who love their furry friends, there will even be a dog costume contest with guest judges Grace and Beni from Petphoria.

Food trucks will be on site serving up delicious fare and tasty drinks. This event truly has something for everyone, from fitness fanatics to foodies and families alike.

President and Head Trainer, Dakota Selje, says, “We’re so excited to welcome the community to our new gym and to show everyone what we have to offer. Our goal is to bring fitness and fun together, and we can’t wait to see everyone have a great time.”

Whether you’re a gym regular or a curious newbie, Wisco Barbell Club’s Grand Opening Extravaganza is the perfect opportunity to discover what this fitness community has to offer. So come on down to Wisco Barbell Club on May 13th and join in the festivities!

For more information, visit the Wisco Barbell Club website at wiscobarbell.club, or follow them on the socials at @wiscobarbellclub.

EVENT DETAILS:
May 13th, 12-4PM
539 Tasman St, Madison, WI 53714
Free parking on site
wiscobarbell.club/events

EVENT TIMELINE:
12:00PM –   Food Trucks, Vendors & Bouncy House
12:15PM –   Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
12:30PM –   Mini Strength Competitions
1:00PM   –   Live Performances
2:00PM   –   Raffle Prize Winners 
3:00PM   –   Dog Costume Contest

VENDORS:
Crescendo Coffee
Petphoria
Pro Nutrition
The Black Sapphire Tattoo
Soho Gourmet
Fun Time Bounces

ARTISTS:
BOiNK! Dance & Film
Just For Fun
Lindsey Wismans
Paxfat
Sarah Krajewski
Sexe Dance Company

RAFFLE PRIZES FROM:
Doundrins Distilling
Wildewood
The Racoon Society
Dancing Goat Distillery

ABOUT: 
Wisco Barbell club is an employee owned 24/7 open gym that offers daily HIIT classes and affordable personal training. Month to month plans start at $55 with no sign up fees or long term contracts.

MARKETING MATERIALS

CONTACT INFO:
LAUREN ADDISON | COO + MARKETING
lauren@wiscobarbell.club
www.wiscobarbell.club
@wiscobarbellclub
(608) 200-3115

Investors Associated to Celebrate Ribbon Cutting for The Commerce Building in Madison

MADISON, WI – Investors Associated (IA), LLP, is pleased to announce the grand opening of The Commerce Building, a 40,000 square foot flexible office and warehouse space located at 2104 City View Drive, Madison, WI. This is IA’s third development project since 2017 and their first industrial development, marking a significant milestone for the Partnership and their investment in the Madison business community.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place on May 4 at 1:00 p.m. There will be a welcome with speakers Patrick Carroll, President & General Counsel at Investors Associated, and Nick Baxter, Ambassador of the Madison Chamber of Commerce, followed by the ribbon-cutting at 1:30 p.m. After the ceremony, there will be a networking event with drinks and appetizers starting at 2:00 p.m.

“This is a great site with incredible visibility along the I-94/90 corridor. The flexibility of these buildings allows their use to adapt to the needs of the community and tenants that is quickly growing on the far east side of Madison,” said Patrick Carroll.

The Commerce Building is IA’s response to the growing demand for quality industrial spaces in the Madison area. It provides the Partnership with another Class-A asset to provide leasing space for current and future tenants who want to expand and grow their businesses. The Commerce Building came about through discussions with an existing tenant who was looking to expand their business and footprint. This demonstrates the IA team’s commitment to building strong, long-lasting relationships with their tenants.

IA looks forward to welcoming businesses to The Commerce Building and continuing to support the growth of the Madison community.

For more information about Investors Associated and their properties, please visit https://investorsassociated.com/

ABOUT INVESTORS ASSOCIATED

Established over 50 years ago in Wisconsin, Investors Associated is a real estate investment Partnership that has expanded nationally while continuing to prioritize a strong sense of community and the importance of putting people first. Their in-house property management team takes care of tenant needs, while also keeping the investments protected. 

FOR PRESS INQUIRIES AND INVESTMENT INFORMATION:
Jamie Stefan, MBA
Sr. Vice President of Investor Relations
414.797.3947
jstefan@iallp.com

FOR LEASING INFORMATION:
Ben Hurd
Director of Commercial Leasing
608.828.8888
bhurd@iallp.com

One Community Bank Announces Future Cottage Grove Location

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Ameilia Abraham
One Community Bank
608-838-3141
aabraham@onecommunity.bank

One Community Bank Announces Future Cottage Grove Location

(April 2023) – As a growing organization, One Community Bank is proud to announce a new bank location in the Cottage Grove community. The new bank will be located at 1565 Landmark Drive between Commerce Parkway and Limestone Pass.

One Community Bank – Cottage Grove will offer full-service banking capabilities to current and future clients in Cottage Grove and surrounding communities. The new location will include a drive-through lane with a teller window and a remote interactive teller machine (ITM). The ITM will be available extended hours. The location will have several office spaces and a conference room for colleagues to serve clients. It will also include a welcoming spacious lobby for clients to enjoy.

Online account opening capabilities enable anyone to open an account on OCB’s website today, instead of waiting until the new Cottage Grove location opens.

“OCB believes in serving clients, supporting colleagues, and investing in our communities. We are proud to continue investing in our communities by establishing One Community Bank – Cottage Grove,” said Steve Peotter, President and CEO. “We have been fortunate to have worked closely with many Cottage Grove clients throughout the years. Those clients have encouraged us to bring OCB’s ‘Feel Good Banking’ to the greater Cottage Grove community and were instrumental in today’s announcement,” added Peotter.

One Community Bank is working closely with OPN Architects and Ideal Builders on the new 6,000 square foot location at Landmark Drive.

“With the official purchase of the property on Monday, March 27, we are ready to move forward with the next steps,” said Jeff Versluys, Executive Vice President and Chief Retail Officer. “We are thrilled to invite the community to our official groundbreaking event on Tuesday, April 25 at 4:00 PM. We also look forward to a ribbon cutting and opening our doors to serve the community in early 2024.”

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One Community Bank is one of the largest community banks in south central Wisconsin. The locally
owned bank has 10 bank locations and $1.8 billion in assets. It provides both personal and business
banking solutions, with an intense focus on serving clients, supporting colleagues, and investing in its
communities. Five years in a row named one of Madison’s best places to work, One Community Bank
serves the communities of Oregon, McFarland, Waunakee, Stoughton, Sun Prairie, Middleton, Adams,
Oxford, and Grand Marsh

St. Vincent de Paul – Madison announces the Groundbreaking Ceremony for its new building

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 6, 2023

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul – Madison
608-442-7200 x37
Katherine Higgins – Communications Manager
khiggins@svdpmadison.org

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul – Madison announces the Groundbreaking Ceremony for a new thrift retail and community programming building project, on Monday, March 13, 2023, at 3 pm at the Madison Marquette Hotel Café, across the street from the project, at 414 S Baldwin St., Madison.

The agenda includes a short presentation and comments from St. Vincent de Paul – Madison’s CEO and Executive Director, Julie Bennett, Diocese of Madison Bishop Donald Hying, local dignitaries, and project team members. Additional activities include a brief photo opportunity at the building project’s location, just across from the hotel at 409 S. Baldwin Street, and a celebratory gathering at the hotel with
snacks and beverages.

In October 2022, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul – Madison announced the replacement of the first property they owned in Madison. They purchased the storefront in 1941 and opened their first thrift store to generate funds to serve local neighbors coping with poverty. In March / April 2023, demolition of the buildings at 401 and 409 S. Baldwin St. and 1303 Williamson St. will commence.

The new construction will offer improved community programming space and restored thrift retail space. Aware of the historical importance of the Willy Street Neighborhood, the plans will incorporate architectural details that capture the look and feel of the iconic district.

St. Vincent de Paul – Madison plans to build a single-story building in the footprint of the currently closed Baldwin store space, rising to a two-story building at the Baldwin Williamson corner. The corner entrance will house a vestibule, elevator, and stairwell space with the remainder of the first floor devoted to updated thrift retail. The second floor will provide office and community space for the St. Elizabeth Ann
Seton Program serving single adult, newly housed families that have recently been homelessness or doubled-up. The Seton Program provides wrap-around, flexible, individualized supportive services to these families to stabilize them in their new homes and avoid a recurrence of homelessness.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul has been serving Madison-area neighbors in need since 1925. Locally the Society runs one of the largest food pantries in Dane County, the only free-standing charitable pharmacy in Wisconsin, the longest running men’s housing program in Madison, a poverty mitigation program for single custodial adults with minor children, vouchers for clothing, furniture, and household goods through its seven Dane County thrift stores, utility assistance, and other supports for local people coping with poverty. To learn more about SVdP – Madison or to ask for assistance, visit svdpmadison.org.