WPS Health Solutions prepares for Memorial Day with flag display and ‘A Walk to Remember’

Contact:
DeAnne Boegli
Vice President of Communications
608-977-7343
deanne.boegli@wpsic.com

WPS Health Solutions prepares for Memorial Day with flag display and ‘A Walk to Remember’

What: WPS Health Solutions has two media opportunities on its Madison/Monona campus in advance of Memorial Day.

Where:
Outside at WPS Health Solutions
1717 W. Broadway, Monona

(Come in main driveway at the traffic signals, Broadway and WPS Drive, and park in the lot on the right.)

When:

• MONDAY, MAY 24 (12-1 p.m.) – The WPS VET Group and other employees will plant 1,000 American flags on the WPS campus in advance of Memorial Day.
• FRIDAY, MAY 28 (12-2 p.m.) – WPS employees and family members will have  “A Walk to Remember” on the campus to honor U.S. military personnel and veterans who have died. Participants can sign a banner with the names of those they wish to remember.

Who:

• WPS Military Affairs Manager Timothy La Sage, a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and two-time recipient of the Purple Heart, will be available for interviews to talk about the significance of Memorial Day.

Quote:

“Memorial Day honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. This solemn occasion is a time to reflect on those who made the ultimate sacrifice while protecting and defending our country. We will never forget our veterans who have passed. Let’s spend the afternoon reflecting as we walk.” –  WPS Military Affairs Manager Timothy La Sage

Special note about COVID-19 precautions: Please wear face covering/mask and maintain proper physical distancing

About WPS Health Solutions:
Wisconsin Physicians Service Insurance Corporation is a nationally regarded benefits administrator for a variety of U.S. government programs and a leading not-for-profit health insurer in Wisconsin. Wisconsin Physicians Service Insurance Corporation utilizes “WPS Health Solutions” to refer to our entire enterprise. Within our enterprise, there are three divisions, including Government Health Administrators, Military and Veterans Health, and WPS Health Insurance/WPS Health Plan/EPIC Specialty Benefits. WPS Government Health Administrators manages Medicare Part A and Part B benefits for millions of seniors in multiple states, and WPS Military and Veterans Health serves millions of members of the U.S. military and their families through TRICARE and Veterans Affairs programs. Wisconsin Physicians Service Insurance Corporation has been based in Madison, Wis., for 75 years. For more information, please visit wpshealthsolutions.com.

Madison College: A Century of Innovation – Statement from President Jack Daniels

With more than a century of success to draw upon, Madison Area Technical College (Madison College) is ready to fuel revitalization of our businesses and industries in Madison, Dane County and the 11 counties and numerous cities and towns we serve.

We are strategically positioned to enhance current partnerships with local businesses as well as to establish new opportunities. Madison College has always supported employers within our 12-county district—through good economic times and bad—to come back stronger, meet workforce goals and subsequently the goals of your particular business or industry.

In our 109-year history, Madison College has successfully guided and educated residents of our district. Our students are hired by numerous employers in a vast number of areas. Many of our alumni serve our communities as leaders in their fields. Fifty-five years ago, Madison College began to offer programs to allow students to transfer to the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and since has become UW-Madison’s largest transfer institution. This practice has grown to include a large number of colleges and universities, public and private, that accept our students into their institutions – many at the junior level.

Madison College is an innovator. Our program graduates in biotechnology, renewable energy, paralegal, health, business and human services programs are shaping our future. Further, programs in construction, automobile technologies, advanced manufacturing, hospitality, robotics, and information technology are training thousands of students to obtain jobs that have family-sustaining wages. We offer more than 150 programs that provide opportunities for individuals to see and map out their career aspirations.

We are primed and positioned well to meet the economic and industry needs of our communities and businesses. Our job placement rate for students receiving a certificate or degree from us is consistently in the mid-to-upper 90 percentile. This is why we are so very important to our district’s residents. We talk success and walk it daily with our excellent faculty and staff.

This past year has been very difficult and stressful. Yet, we have arisen to the challenges brought on by the pandemic and issues of race that affect us all. We have continued to safely fulfill our mission to serve students and made substantial progress toward improving racial equity within our college through plans based in evidence, assessment and documented action. We are engaged with community leaders and partners—ranging from business to residential, to community-based organizations and our educational partners—in K-12 as well as our university colleagues. Collaboration is the key, and as we build partnerships we extend our resources to improve economic and community development.

Madison College is here to train our workforce, not just for today, but for years to come. Our Vision 2030 planning will ensure we are prepared to provide our district’s employers with a qualified workforce. We do and will continue to provide substantial training for current employees to be upskilled and retained in their employment. We will continue to take individuals where they are and provide the education and training opportunities that propel them to meet their goals.

Prepared from our successes, engaged with our students, committed to our business and residential  communities, and evidenced by efforts to sustain what we do, we look forward to serving the broader community well beyond the effects of the pandemic and racial inequities.

Dr. Jack E. Daniels, III
Madison College President

UScellular Donates $30,000 to Boys & Girls Club of Dane County

Wireless Carrier’s Grant Focuses on Education and Inspiring Interest in STEM-centered Careers

Madison, WI (May 13, 2021) – UScellular has announced a $30,000 investment in Boys & Girls Club of Dane County to provide educational opportunities and experiences to local youth. UScellular’s investment supports K-12 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and academic enrichment programs for members at the Club. This is part of a $1 million donation the company made to support 20 Boys & Girls Clubs across its service areas.

This continued emphasis on STEM learning and experience is designed to prepare students of today for careers of tomorrow, inspiring children to explore STEM careers and opportunities for their future.

“As America’s locally grown wireless carrier, supporting local educational initiatives like the Boys & Girls Clubs’ STEM programming is in UScellular’s DNA,” said Christine Paulsen, Director of Sales for UScellular in Wisconsin. “It is our goal that through new learning opportunities, Boys & Girls Club of Dane County members will dream big and apply what they learn towards their future careers.”

“We are thrilled to work with UScelluar once again to support STEM education for kids across the country,” said Jim Clark, president & CEO, Boys & Girls Clubs of America. “Now more than ever, kids need caring mentors and safe places where they can learn, grow and have fun. Through UScellular’s support, even more youth will experience new opportunities through impact-driven programming that will inspire and empower them to achieve great futures.”

UScellular associates didn’t let a pandemic stop them from donating their resources in 2020. The company’s associates took part in a variety of virtual volunteer activities, participating in more than 2,000 volunteer experiences to give back throughout the year. They also donated $250,000 to more than 500 organizations, which was then doubled by UScellular through its donation matching program.

UScellular has a longstanding commitment to supporting its local communities through donations and volunteerism. Since 2009, the company has donated more than $20.7 million along with countless experiences and technology items to nonprofit organizations across the country. For more information about UScellular’s corporate social responsibility initiatives, please go to https://www.uscellular.com/get-to-know-us/community-outreach.

About UScellular

UScellular is the fourth-largest full-service wireless carrier in the United States, providing national network coverage and industry-leading innovations designed to elevate the customer experience. The Chicago-based carrier is building a stronger network with the latest 5G technology and offers a wide range of communication services that enhance consumers’ lives, increase the competitiveness of local businesses and improve the efficiency of government operations. To learn more about UScellular, visit one of its retail stores or www.uscellular.com. To get the latest news, promos and videos, connect with UScellular on Facebook.com/uscellular, Twitter.com/uscellular and YouTube.com/uscellularcorp.

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For more information, contact:
Julie Embling, Public Relations Counsel
630-388-9933 (cellphone)
jembling@laughlin.com

Tommy Farrell Joins M3 as Account Executive

Tommy Farrell recently joined M3 Insurance as an employee benefits account executive. With a focus on the healthcare industry, he consults with and advises mid to large market clients on the design, implementation and management of their business insurance coverage.

Farrell brings a wealth of experience in the benefit market to M3 clients in this new role. He comes from four years of serving in the capacity of area vice president for Gallagher. Previously, he was an insurance broker with TRICOR, Inc. for over 13 years.

Farrell is involved in his community through his service as vice president on the Madison Area Rehabilitation Center Foundation Board as well as treasurer for the Verona Area Basketball Booster Club.

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About M3

M3 is a top 50 insurance broker and risk management firm in America. We’re leaders in the products we represent and the industries we serve. M3’s people are an extension of your team, providing world-class resources to help you manage risk, purchase insurance, and provide employee benefits. And our focus on community builds better places to live and work.

Badger Group Joins Thysse

Acquisition of Badger Group Delivers First-Class Upgrade to Thysse’s Mailing Capabilities
Print Industry Veterans Unite Over 125 Years of Combined Expertise

OREGON, WI/FORT ATKINSON, WI, May 17, 2021 — Best known for generating innovative brand solutions while serving the local community, Oregon, WI-based printer, Thysse, announces a series of additions to its team and services through the acquisition of Badger Group. A longtime asset to Fort Atkinson-area businesses, Badger Group is reputed for their direct mail, print services, and digital marketing expertise.

Combining forces and relocating to Oregon offers Badger Group clients increased capacity for current services, a larger team to focus on every project, and additional offerings in vehicle graphics, signage and large format, creative services, promotional items, inventory and distribution. The transition is already underway and progressing smoothly, as both businesses run on the same Print Management Information System (MIS) and are structured similarly to assist clients.

“Badger Group has been family owned and operated since 1975, and we’re thrilled to combine both companies’ rich history and extremely knowledgeable teams,” said Badger Group President/Owner Sally O’Brien. “The move is a very positive one for us, as we can now offer our clients additional brand development options while continuing to deliver exceptional service. We’re thoughtfully planning our transition so there are very few changes to client and staff relationships and no delays to current or scheduled projects.”

O’Brien, along with many of her dedicated sales, project management, and production staff will complete the move to Thysse. Thysse’s growth in recent years can be attributed to expansions in facilities and services. This latest union increases expertise and capacity in both mailing and offset printing services, and all transitions are expected to be completed by June 1, 2021.

“Badger Group has a long and respected history in Wisconsin,” said Jason Thysse, company president. “A fantastic set of experts who will strengthen our mailing, offset, and marketing capabilities. We’ve long admired their business model and presence in the print industry, and couldn’t be happier to have them join our team.”

About Badger Group

Incorporated as Badger Press in the early 1950’s, Badger Group, a WBENC – certified Woman-Owned Small Business, is a full-service print and marketing services provider.  We manage targeted direct mail campaigns with integrated digital components, marketing automation and dashboard analytics.  Our storefront solutions help maintain brand identity, connect teams, streamline ordering and fulfillment, and monitor inventory.  We work closely with our clients to offer value and solutions for their business and organization.

About Thysse

Located in Oregon, WI, Thysse is an ever-evolving brand experience provider built by three generations of visual communication specialists. We like to say Thysse is “Where you go with your brand,” and provide innovative solutions to back that statement up. We are a design, printing, specialty graphics, and manufacturing company at our core, but we also offer imagination and the tools to customize your project to find the right solution every time.

Our team believes the story your brand tells is as important as the materials it is printed on, and we’re here to help you think through every step of your project, be it direct mail, catalog, fleet vehicles, apparel, signage, or environmental wayfinding.

For more information, contact Jen Braga, Thysse, at 608.249.6951