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Dupaco Community Credit Union Celebrates Mineral Point Branch Ribbon Cutting
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT:
David Klavitter
Chief Marketing Officer
Dupaco Community Credit Union
Mobile: 563-580-5838
Desk: 563-557-7600, ext. 2266
Email: dklavitter@dupaco.com
Twitter: @klavitter
Dupaco Community Credit Union Celebrates Mineral Point Branch Ribbon Cutting
MADISON, WI – Dupaco celebrated the completion of its new branch in Madison, located at 7701 Mineral Point Rd., with the Madison Chamber of Commerce leading a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, September 27.
The 12 Dupaco staff that currently occupy the space full-time are available to coach members and provide one-on-one personalized financial service and advice underpinning the credit union’s mission to help members build a life worth loving.
Dupaco opened the branch in June 2022 when the financial cooperative combined with Madison-based Home Savings Bank.
Former Home Savings Bank CEO Jim Bradley said the acquisition was an obvious cultural and geographic fit that helped create enhancements for the two financial institutions. “Combined, Dupaco reinforces the foundation of a credit union that prioritizes the well-being of our members, employees and communities,” he said.
Alongside members, branch staff coach members to use the tools available to them to improve members’ social and economic well-being according to Mineral Point Rd. Branch Manager, Jon Nugent. “No matter where you are in life’s financial journey, Dupaco has the tools to reduce those financial stressors, helping members meet their goals and attain a great well-being.”
The phone number for the Mineral Point Rd. branch is 608-282-6000. Branch hours are:
Lobby
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sat & Sun: Closed
Drive-up
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sat & Sun: Closed
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ABOUT DUPACO COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION:
Dupaco Community Credit Union is a not-for-profit, member-owned financial cooperative headquartered in Dubuque, Iowa. It is dedicated to the financial well-being of its members, and specializes in personalized financial counseling, money advice and education. It offers savings, loans, investments, insurance and wealth management products for individuals and businesses. Dupaco serves residents in 118 counties throughout Iowa, northwest Illinois and southwest Wisconsin. Founded in 1948 by ten Dubuque Packing Company employees, membership has grown to more than 153,000 with assets exceeding $2.9 billion. It has more than 650 employees and 22 branch office locations. Dupaco is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). It is a Forbes Best-in-State Credit Union and a Des Moines Register Top Workplace. Learn more at www.dupaco.com.
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NCG Hospitality/Food Fight: The Trade Hotel Milwaukee in Deer District Announces Restaurant Concept, Hoists 4,500-lb. Pizza Oven to 9th Floor
MILWAUKEE (September 27, 2022) — NCG Hospitality, a leader in real estate development, and hospitality management, announced yesterday the restaurant partner and concept for the ninth-floor restaurant located atop The Trade Hotel. Joined together with Food Fight Restaurant Group and leaders of the Milwaukee Bucks and Deer District, NCG Hospitality hoisted a 4,500 lb. stone hearth pizza oven to celebrate.
Il Cervo (/il ˈt͡ʃɛr.vo/ pronounced, “il chair-vo”), which means “the deer” in Italian, will serve classic and original interpretations of traditional Italian food and drinks. Among the fare they plan to bring to the menu, patrons will find options like dry-aged steak served Florentine style, butter-poached lobster, grilled whole fish, hand-rolled pasta, fresh-made ricotta and mozzarella and, of course, hand-stretched sourdough pizza that will be fired over a four-inch-thick stone hearth.
“With The Trade Hotel, our focus is to add to the fabric of downtown Milwaukee, all while celebrating the rich history of tradespeople who built this city,” said Andy Inman, Chief Development Officer of NCG Hospitality. “We celebrate how things are made — including food and craft beverage options.”
Whether it’s before a Bucks game or concert at Fiserv Forum, or during a five-course dining experience, patrons can enjoy a robust, Italian-focused craft cocktail and wine selection, in addition to a draft list that will highlight the rich brewing tradition of Milwaukee.
“Our trade is cooking, and every dish we serve at Il Cervo will be made with skill and care,” said Caitlin Suemnicht, CEO of Food Fight Restaurant Group. “Branching out to Milwaukee was an easy decision for us with NCG Hospitality as our partner. Both of our companies share a passion for hospitality, and for providing exceptional experiences to our guests, employees and the greater community.”
The restaurant, operated by Madison-based Food Fight Restaurant Group, will open on the ninth floor of The Trade Hotel in Spring 2023. Hotel guests, sports and entertainment fans from Fiserv Forum, and Milwaukee residents alike, will be welcome to enjoy the food and beverage options the restaurant offers while taking in the elevated views of Deer District and the Milwaukee skyline. Il Cervo will feature an open kitchen with a vibrant bar, dining room, lounge, outdoor terrace and a private indoor/outdoor patio all designed to offer guests a modern upscale experience with touches of old-world Italy.
“We join NCG Hospitality and Food Fight Restaurant Group in shared excitement of this announcement. The Trade Hotel and Il Cervo build on the promise of making Deer District the premiere location to live, work and play,” said Michael Belot, Senior Vice President-Bucks Ventures and Development.
To learn more about The Trade Hotel, visit www.thetradehotel.com.
Images from the event can be found here: Link to Folder. Credit to Kevin Harnack & Findorff.
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About The Trade Hotel
Inspired by the city’s pioneering past and a local culture that is forever moving forward, The Trade an Autograph Collection Hotel pays homage to the hardworking history and modern spirit of today’s Milwaukee. As the official hotel of Deer District, it is located in the bustling heart of downtown, adjacent to Fiserv Forum. Situated courtside in Cream City’s dynamic hub of sports, culture, and entertainment, the hotel offers 205 luxurious rooms and suites plus destination dining with a rooftop restaurant and lounge boasting stunning city views. Highlights include a 2-story VIP suite with private access and over 9,000 square feet of sophisticated indoor/outdoor meeting and event spaces for groups up to 300. Merging modern convenience with timeless luxe, it is an experience unlike anything else in the city. The Trade. Where craft meets commerce.
About NCG Hospitality
NCG Hospitality is a leader in the ownership, development, and operation of premier hospitality properties. Established in 1981 by Founder and Chairman David Lenz, NCG Hospitality is a family-owned business with over 40 years of experience in the hospitality industry. We own and operate more than 25 properties across multiple states and national brands. We leverage our unparalleled expertise to provide hotel management services, hotel development expertise, and real estate-focused services to property owners and investors throughout the U.S. ncghospitality.com.
About Autograph Collection Hotels
A member of Marriott’s industry-leading portfolio, the Autograph Collection debuted in 2010 and includes nearly 200 independently branded hotels and resorts that reflect the distinct attributes of their market. Each is unique in terms of product offering and target customers. The Autograph Collection is a remarkable group of upper upscale and luxury independent hotels with iconic properties located in gateway and emerging cities in preferred destinations around the world. Each is exceptional, one-of-a-kind and has its own distinct perspective. The result is an array of properties that is nothing less than unique and nothing short of collectively exceptional Autograph Hotels are proud to participate in the industry’s award-winning loyalty program, Marriott Bonvoy®. To learn more about Autograph Collection Hotels, visit autograph-hotels.marriott.com/. Follow Autograph on Instagram. Watch Autograph on YouTube. Engage #ExactlyLikeNothingElse.
About Food Fight Restaurant Group
Food Fight Restaurant Group oversees an ever-growing family of nearly 20 eclectic, locally-owned restaurants in Madison, Wisconsin. Founded in 1994 from Monty’s Blue Plate Diner, our restaurants span the gamut of burgers and burritos to upscale Italian and steak—with attention to detail and craft, authenticity and cohesiveness in every concept. Many locations lie in the heart of downtown Madison, with newer projects reaching to the Northwoods and Milwaukee. Each restaurant operates uniquely, sourcing and staffing independently, while sharing resources of accounting, marketing, and executive leadership. Through a variety of sponsorships and charity events, we prioritize our local community and economy. At Food Fight, we welcome all guests with attentive service and outstanding, delicious dining experiences across Wisconsin. foodfightinc.com
About Deer District
Deer District is Milwaukee’s newest neighborhood and is redefining the city’s downtown. Anchored by the world-class Fiserv Forum, a preeminent sports and entertainment venue and home to the NBA’s Milwaukee Bucks, the 30-acre Deer District is Milwaukee’s premier location for people to live, work and play, and is a hub for the city’s vibrant future. A year-round destination, Deer District features a myriad of dining and entertainment options in addition to Fiserv Forum including The MECCA Sports Bar & Grill, The Cluckery, The Beer Garden, Good City Brewing, Punch Bowl Social, Drink Wisconsinbly, Fat Tuesday and Insomnia Cookies. Deer District also features a large plaza which serves as an ideal setting to enjoy live music, festivals, outdoor movies, fitness classes and other events. Additionally, Deer District includes GATHER at Deer District, the Bucks’ state-of-the-art training center, the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Sports Science Center, and the 550 Ultra Lofts apartment building, which are both located directly across from Fiserv Forum. Future developments for Deer District include The Trade Milwaukee, a 200-plus room Marriott Autograph Collection hotel, two FPC Live operated music venues, additional high-end apartments, and further commercial, office space, real estate and entertainment opportunities. For more information on Deer District, visit DeerDistrict.com.
Contact (NCG Hospitality/The Trade Hotel):
Jake Leskovar
jleskovar@evokebrands.com
(608) 556-7470
Contact (Food Fight Restaurant Group):
Jordan Bright
jbright@foodfightinc.com
(651) 331-9009
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Wisconsin Union Theater: South African Gospel Choir Will Perform Songs in Celebration of Freedom and Civil Rights Oct. 8 in Madison
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sept. 23, 2022
Contact Information:
Shauna Breneman, Communications Director
Email: sbreneman@wisc.edu
Phone: (608) 262-8862
SOUTH AFRICAN GOSPEL CHOIR WILL PERFORM SONGS IN CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM AND CIVIL RIGHTS OCT. 8 IN MADISON, WIS.
MADISON – The Soweto Gospel Choir will perform a new program, called, “Hope – It’s Been A Long Time Coming,” on Oct. 8 at 7:30 p.m. in Shannon Hall in commemoration of South Africa’s Freedom Movement and the Civil Rights Movement in the United States.
The three-time GRAMMY Award-winning ensemble will open the show with South African freedom songs and then move into music of the Civil Rights Movement, including works by artists James Brown, Otis Redding, Curtis Mayfield and Aretha Franklin.
The Soweto Gospel Choir celebrates African gospel music and brings more than 50 artists from churches in and around Soweto, South Africa, together on stages across the world. The Choir is known around the world with its powerful blend of African gospel, freedom songs and international classics.
Patrons can purchase virtual and in-person tickets online, by phone at (608) 265-2787 or in-person at the Memorial Union Box Office. Wisconsin Union members, guests under the age of 18, and University of Wisconsin–Madison students are eligible for discounted tickets.
“The Soweto Gospel Choir has been touring worldwide for almost 20 years. It brightens people’s lives with its artists’ talents and stories wherever it goes,” Wisconsin Union Theater Director Elizabeth Snodgrass said. “The spirit and energy its singing and dancing put into the world are infectious. People won’t be able to stay in their seats.”
The Wisconsin Union Theater presents this performance as part of its 2022-23 season, which also includes jazz, dance and classical music performances.
The Wisconsin Union Theater team presents the 2022-23 season in collaboration with the UW–Madison student-led Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Performing Arts Committee. Ticket revenue and purchases from the Wisconsin Union Theater and the Wisconsin Union’s Memorial Union partly support WUD professional development experiences.
Patrons can click here to learn more about the Soweto Gospel Choir performance.
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About the Wisconsin Union Theater
For more than 80 years, the Wisconsin Union Theater has served as a center for cultural activity in the heart of the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus. The Theater hosts performances in multiple locations, including Memorial Union, and has an extensive history of remarkable performances. The Wisconsin Union Theater is committed to social justice and works to create an equitable, diverse, and inclusive place for all who engage with the Theater’s programming, events, and activities. The Wisconsin Union Theater is part of the Wisconsin Union, a membership organization that blends study and leisure to create unique out-of-classroom opportunities. Learn more: union.wisc.edu/wisconsin-union-theater.
About the Wisconsin Union Directorate Performing Arts Committee
The Wisconsin Union Directorate Performing Arts Committee is part of the Wisconsin Union’s leadership development program for UW–Madison students and supports the Wisconsin Union Theater’s mission of serving students through the performing arts. By helping to program the Theater’s annual season of performing arts presentations, the students learn about program curation, relationship-building, marketing, communications, budgeting, and production. Learn more: union.wisc.edu/get-involved/wud/performing-arts.
[Click here to download photos of the Soweto Gospel Choir. Photos by Lorenzo Di Nozzi.]
To read this release online, visit union.wisc.edu/about/news/soweto-gospel-choir.
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KW2 Named One of Madison’s Best Places to Work
MADISON, September 15, 2022 – Knupp & Watson & Wallman (KW2), a leading digital and advertising agency with primary headquarters in Madison, WI, is pleased to announce they have been named one of Madison Magazine’s Best Places to Work in 2022. The award honors outstanding organizations in Madison where satisfaction, benefits and engagement rank highly based on employee surveys.