Voyageur Stays Achieves International Design Recognition

Voyageur Stays is thrilled to announce that their recent renovation project, The Medallion, is in the top 3% of entries for the prestigious Dezeen Awards, which celebrate design excellence and innovation from architects and designers worldwide. They are still in the running to be finalists in the hotel and short stays category.

From 4,130 from 82 countries, The Medallion has been selected as one of just 141 interior projects still in the running to become a finalist for an award this year.

The Voyageur Stays Team collaborated with Dutch designer Arno Hoogland during this project. The team wanted to prove that mid-term hospitality consumers would value a strong investment in design and handcrafted production. They also wanted to show that building things by hand doesn’t necessarily have to be more expensive than buying mass-produced items. They focused on innovative fabrication techniques including CNC robotics, plywood steamforming, laser cutting, and 3D printing. The Medallion is a true gesamtkunstwerk- all elements are designed in harmony with each other.

The team at Voyageur Stays looks forward to the announcement of the finalists later this year and are grateful for the opportunity to showcase their commitment to outstanding design and innovation.

Pam Lokken Joins Oak Bank as Vice President Human Resources

October 5, 2024
For Immediate Release
Contact: Karen Virnoche, 608.441.6000
kvirnoche@oak.bank

Pam Lokken Joins Oak Bank as Vice President Human Resources

Fitchburg, WI – Oak Bank, Fitchburg’s community bank since 2000, is excited to announce the appointment of Pam Lokken as the Vice President of Human Resources. With over 25 years of diverse HR experience and a commitment to community engagement, Pam is poised to enhance the bank’s mission of providing exceptional service while fostering a positive workplace culture.

A graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Pam also holds SPHR and SHRM-SCP certifications. Her extensive career spans various industries, including telecommunications, healthcare, manufacturing, and engineering, allowing Pam to bring a wealth of knowledge in recruitment, benefits, compensation, leadership development, and talent management to Oak Bank.

“Pam brings a unique perspective and an impressive track record to our team,” said Terry Taylor, President. “Her experience and dedication to HR will be instrumental as we continue to support our team, our clients and serve our community effectively.”

Residing in Verona for nearly 30 years with their husband, together they have raised three sons who continue to live in the local community. Pam is actively involved in various charitable organizations, including the Alzheimer’s Association. She has also dedicated many years to volunteering in support of their sons’ activities, spanning religious, school, and sports organizations.

“I am thrilled to be a part of the Oak Bank team,” said Pam. “I look forward to supporting local businesses and positively contributing to our community. My goal is to foster an environment where associates feel valued and empowered to deliver exceptional service to our clients.”

With the transition to an ‘empty nest,’ Pam is excited to re-establish hobbies, and looks forward to traveling to warmer destinations during Wisconsin’s winters.

About Oak Bank
Oak Bank has been deeply rooted in the Fitchburg community and Madison area for 24 years, meeting the financial needs of homeowners and businesses by offering top-notch service, quick answers, and creative solutions, all while supporting over 130 local nonprofits each year. Visit oak.bank to learn more.

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Voyageur Stays Awarded Best New Development or Renovation (Under $2 Million) at the 2024 In Business Commercial Design Awards

Voyageur Stays is proud to announce its recognition as the recipient of the Best New Development or Renovation (Under $2 Million) award at the 2024 In Business Commercial Design Awards for the renovation of their 21-unit extended stay apartment building, The Medallion. The Voyageur Stays Team collaborated with Dutch designer Arno Hoogland during this project. The team wanted to prove mid-term hospitality consumers would value a strong investment in design and handcrafted production. They also wanted to show that building things by hand doesn’t necessarily have to be more expensive than buying mass-produced items. They focused on innovative fabrication techniques including CNC robotics, plywood steamforming, laser cutting, and 3D printing. The Medallion is a true gesamtkunstwerk- all elements are designed in harmony with each other.

The In Business Commercial Design Awards celebrate excellence in commercial design across various categories, and this recognition reinforces Voyageur’s mission to deliver exceptional extended stay experiences in Madison.

Wegner CPAs Promotes Hannah Lanser, CPA to Partner

[Madison, WI] — Wegner CPAs is proud to announce the promotion of Hannah Lanser, CPA, to Partner in the firm’s assurance department. Since joining the firm in 2012, Hannah has specialized in auditing and consulting for nonprofit and religious organizations, earning a reputation for her commitment to financial stewardship and accountability.

Over the course of her career, Hannah has worked with a wide range of nonprofit organizations, including religious and human service organizations in Wisconsin, New York, and Washington, D.C. She regularly leads financial and compliance audits, including single audits, and also brings expertise in tax return preparation for nonprofits. Hannah is a trusted advisor on best practices for internal control systems and is deeply committed to helping organizations be above reproach and strengthening their financial systems for long-term success.

“I’m truly honored and grateful to join the partner group at Wegner CPAs,” said Hannah Lanser. “I’ve spent my whole career here and am really proud of our team, the clients we serve, and the quality of our work. The future is bright at our firm, and I am excited to be a part of it!”

“Hannah has been a key leader in our assurance department, consistently delivering exceptional service to our nonprofit clients. We are thrilled to welcome her to the partner group,” said Glenn Miller, Managing Partner of Wegner CPAs.

For more information about Hannah Lanser’s promotion or Wegner CPAs, please contact:

Wegner CPAs
Christin Biermeier, Director of Marketing
christin.biermeier@wegnercpas.com
www.wegnercpas.com

About Wegner CPAs
Wegner CPAs is a top 200 accounting firm that provides a wide range of services, including audit, tax, and consulting, with a strong focus on serving nonprofit organizations. The firm’s mission is to help clients achieve their goals by providing innovative, reliable, and personalized financial solutions.

More Than 8 Tons Shredded at Summit Credit Union’s ShredFest

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 2, 2024

Media Contact:
Mary Fanning-Penny
Vice President Communications
(608) 243-5000 ext. 9662
publicrelations@summitcreditunion.com   

More Than 8 Tons Shredded at Summit Credit Union’s ShredFest

Madison, Wisc. – Summit Credit Union, a member-owned financial cooperative, hosted its annual ShredFest on September 28. Held in partnership with the Better Business Bureau Serving Wisconsin and Pellitteri Waste Systems, the free event helps protect citizens and Summit’s members against identify theft by shredding paperwork that contains personally identifiable information such as Social Security numbers, banking information, bills, credit card statements, documents that include signatures and more.

More than 350 vehicles pulled through Summit’s headquarters in Cottage Grove to drop-off up to three boxes of material for shredding. Two shred trucks were on hand and 8.3 tons was shredded and recycled.

“ShredFest is another example of Summit’s commitment to keeping our members’ information safe. When people take care to shred documents containing sensitive information, they stop fraudsters in their tracks,” said Summit Credit Union CEO & President Kim Sponem. “We value this partnership with The Better Business Bureau Serving Wisconsin and Pellitteri Waste Systems and wish to thank all the volunteers who made another successful ShredFest possible.”

To learn more about how to prevent identify theft, visit summitcreditunion.com or call 608-243-5000 or 800-236-5560. To download photos from ShredFest, click here.

About Summit Credit Union  

Established in 1935, Summit Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative. Summit holds $7.4 billion in assets and has more than 262,100 members and 932 employees across 60 locations throughout Wisconsin. Since 2002, Kim Sponem has been CEO & President of Summit Credit Union, formerly known as CUNA Credit Union/Great Wisconsin Credit Union.

In 2024, Summit was recognized for continued excellence in employee engagement as a Top Workplace USA by USA Today for the fourth consecutive year and a Top Workplace in the Madison area by the Wisconsin State Journal the fifth year in a row. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel named Summit a Top Workplace in Milwaukee in both 2023 and 2024. Additionally, and representative of its focus on financial education, Summit received the Governor’s Financial Literacy Award in 2010, 2014, and 2016 and the Governor’s Financial Literacy Award – Legacy in 2019.

For additional media information, visit summitcreditunion.com/about-summit/press-room or follow Summit on Facebook and Instagram.

About The Better Business Bureau Serving Wisconsin
The Better Business Bureau Serving Wisconsin is a non-profit organization with a mission to advance marketplace trust by creating a marketplace where buyers and sellers can trust each other. We provide balance by calling out substandard business behavior (scams, fraud, etc.) and recognizing ethical, trustworthy businesses through the BBB Accreditation program. The BBB of Wisconsin Foundation supports local programs such as the BBB Students of Integrity Scholarship, BBB Torch Awards for Ethics and BBB Spark Awards. Go to ethicsawards.org for more.

About Pellitteri Waste Systems
Pellitteri Waste Systems is a Madison-based, family-owned, and state-of-the-art waste disposal and recycling business focused on outstanding customer service. With the Pellitteri tradition of service that has endured for more than 80 years, you can rest assured that you will receive the professional and high-quality level of service that has kept us in business all that time. We provide trash pickup, recycling, temporary dumpsters, compactor systems and confidential paper shredding services to Residential and Commercial customers in the Greater Madison Area and throughout Southern Wisconsin. We are always looking for better ways to meet the needs of our customers.