McClone Insurance Welcomes Nan Pum as Director of Training and Development

Industry veteran joins McClone to elevate team excellence and accelerate growth

Menasha, WI, January 13, 2025 — McClone Insurance, a leader in risk management, insurance, and employee benefits, is thrilled to announce the addition of Nan Pum as Director of Training and Development. In this role, Nan will drive initiatives that empower McClone team members with the tools, processes, and support they need to grow, thrive, and deliver exceptional service aligned with the McClone Way.

“We believe that when our team members are equipped to be the best version of themselves, both professionally and personally, everyone wins—our people, our clients, and our community,” said Dustin McClone, President and CEO. “Nan’s expertise will help us build on this foundation and will be instrumental in ensuring our team continues to grow, excel, and consistently deliver the results our clients trust us for. We’re excited to welcome her to the team.”

With a proven track record in corporate learning, leadership development, and organizational growth, Nan brings a wealth of experience to McClone. Her leadership will focus on enhancing the tools and resources available to team members, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. By refining processes and strengthening capabilities, Nan will help ensure McClone’s team continues to deliver the thoughtful, high-impact service that sets the company apart.

“Nan’s passion for developing people and optimizing performance is clear,” added Lisa Van Straten, McClone’s Vice President of Human Resources. “Her insights will play a key role in fostering professional growth and ensuring our team has the resources to exceed client expectations. She’s the perfect fit to lead this important work.”

Nan joins McClone during an exciting period of growth as the company continues to expand and redefine industry standards. Her contributions will further accelerate McClone’s mission to deliver trusted guidance and meaningful impact for clients, while fostering a culture where happiness, fulfillment, and exceptional service go hand in hand.

For additional information, please contact:
Ashley Rothmann
pr@mcclone.com

About McClone Insurance

McClone Insurance is a leading provider of comprehensive risk management and insurance solutions. With headquarters in Menasha, Wisconsin, and regional offices in Madison, Milwaukee, and Sheboygan, McClone serves clients nationwide. The company offers a wide range of services including business insurance, employee benefits, HR outsourcing, 401(k) solutions, personal insurance, and a private client division. Founded in 1949, McClone’s core values are centered on people, community, and delivering exceptional service. Through its proprietary RiskMAP™ process and the McClone M.A.D.E. program, the company is committed to making a meaningful impact for its clients and communities. To learn more, visit www.mcclone.com.

M3 Insurance Expands into Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For Media Inquiries:
Angela Joyce, Director of Communications
M3 Insurance
Phone: 608.229.6409
Email: angela.joyce@m3ins.com

M3 Insurance Expands into Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

ESCANABA, MI – M3 Insurance, a leading provider of insurance, risk management, and employee benefits solutions, is proud to announce its expansion into Michigan’s Upper Peninsula (U.P) with the opening of a new office in Escanaba.

The expansion reflects M3’s ongoing mission to grow its footprint while staying true to its core values: a focus on people, innovative solutions, and a deep connection to the communities it serves. The talented individuals bring a wealth of experience, local knowledge, and a shared commitment to providing outstanding service to our clients.

“This is a great opportunity to serve the U.P for M3, and we couldn’t have asked for a finer group to represent our values and vision in Escanaba,” said Mike Victorson, CEO and Partner at M3, and Escanaba native. “We’re proud to be expanding into Michigan and even prouder of the team leading the way.”

“Our move into the Upper Peninsula is a natural next step in our strategic growth plan,” said Nezih Hasanoglu, Jr, Chief Growth Officer and Partner at M3. “With a dedicated local presence, the office will provide clients with the advantage of in-depth regional knowledge and the global resources that set M3 apart.”

The new office is located at 1615 Ludington Street, Suite B Escanaba, MI 49829 and is fully operational. For more information about M3 Insurance in the Upper Peninsula or to schedule a consultation, please contact Mary Feuerbach.

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About M3

M3 is a top 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. For more information on M3, visit www.m3ins.com.

Caden Moyer Promoted to Credit Analyst at Oak Bank

January 8, 2025

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

Caden Moyer Promoted to Credit Analyst at Oak Bank

Fitchburg, WI – Oak Bank, Fitchburg’s trusted community bank since 2000, is pleased to announce the promotion of Caden Moyer from Loan Operations Specialist to Credit Analyst.

Moyer’s professional growth at Oak Bank reflects his dedication and adaptability. His recent experience in the Loan Department, combined with a background in auditing, has honed his analytical skills and attention to detail, enabling him to deliver exceptional service to clients.

“I’m thrilled to continue my career at Oak Bank, working alongside a talented team focused on delivering the best possible experience for our clients,” said Moyer.

As a Credit Analyst, Moyer is responsible for evaluating financial data to provide objective risk assessments for both business and individual clients, ensuring comprehensive support for Oak Bank’s Business Banking team.

“Caden brings an impressive skill set and great enthusiasm to our Credit Department,” said Matt Hill, Senior Vice President of Credit at Oak Bank. “We are excited to see the positive impact he will continue to make for our clients and the bank.”

Beyond his professional achievements, Moyer is passionate about giving back to the community through organizations like Special Olympics and World Vision. In his free time, he enjoys golfing, traveling, fitness, outdoor activities, and cheering on his favorite sports teams.

About Oak Bank

For 25 years, Oak Bank has been deeply rooted in the Fitchburg community and Madison area
meeting the financial needs of homeowners and businesses by offering top-notch service, quick
answers, and creative solutions, all while supporting over 135 local nonprofits each year. Visit
oak.bank to learn more.

Summit Credit Union Named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions 2025

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January 7, 2025

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

Summit Credit Union Named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions 2025 

Madison, Wisc. – Summit Credit Union, a member-owned financial cooperative, announced today that it is recognized, for the second consecutive year, as one of America’s Best Credit Unions 2025 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. America’s Best honor is awarded to financial institutions that have demonstrated financial health, operational performance, and metrics pointing toward long-term stability. 

“We are incredibly proud to be recognized as one of the best credit unions in the country,” said Summit Credit Union CEO & President Kim Sponem. “We are particularly dedicated to helping women and their families secure a strong future through a dedicated team delivering proven financial wellness techniques, value and earning our members’ trust.”

Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group recognized top regional banks and credit unions in the United States, by conducting a large-scale study based on the analysis of over 9,000 institutions, more than 70,000 customer surveys and millions of social media reviews.

“Regional banks and credit unions are the financial backbone of communities nationwide as they support small businesses, fund local projects and ensure easy access to essential banking services. Newsweek and market-data research firm Plant-A Insights are proud to introduce ‘America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions 2025,’ highlighting companies utilizing a community and customer-centric approach to make a big financial impact in their neighborhoods,” said Newsweek Global Editor in Chief Nancy Cooper. 

For more information, visit SummitCreditUnion.com or call 608-243-5000 or 800-236-5560.  

About Summit Credit Union  

Established in 1935, Summit Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative. Summit holds $7.7billion in assets and has more than 265,860 members and 952 employees across 58 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.

Pellitteri Waste Systems Ranks 31st on Largest Haulers List

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Joleen Engeseth
Marketing Coordinator
608-257-6232 ext. 346
Joleene@pellitteri.com

Pellitteri Waste Systems Ranks 31st on Largest Haulers List

DANE COUNTY, Wis. (Jan. 7, 2025) — Pellitteri Waste System, Inc. — Southern Wisconsin’s leading independent, family-owned and operated waste and recycling service provider — ranks 31st on Waste Today’s list of largest haulers, which is based on companies’ 2023 revenues. 

Waste Today notes the waste industry continued its strong performance in 2023 thanks to an active mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market as interest in sustainability continues to grow. 

“We’re proud of our ranking, which is a testament to our ability to compete with larger haulers by providing high-quality customer service,” says President David Pellitteri. “We continually hear that our customer service is what sets us apart. We salute our employees for delivering on that tradition of service, which has been central to our company since its founding more than 40 years ago.” 

The editors of Waste Today compiled the list by combing through public records, surveying companies in the publication’s database and soliciting feedback via the publication’s website and e-newsletter. 

Haulers making it in the top 12 include WM, Republic Services and GFL Environmental. These companies operate in more than half the states in the United States, plus Canada.

The only other Wisconsin-based company to make the Top 50 list at No. 37 is Eagle Disposal Inc. in Franksville, Wisc., which serves the Milwaukee area. 

The last time the list was published in 2021, Pellitteri Waste Systems ranked No. 30.  View the Waste Today article for the full list.

About Pellitteri Waste Systems

Pellitteri Waste Systems provides waste and recycling collection, specialty recycling services, on-site confidential data destruction, and state-of-the-art single-stream recycling processing to commercial, industrial, and residential customers throughout Southern Wisconsin. It is a family-owned company based in Madison with a proud tradition of service and community involvement. Pellitteri services around 80,000 households. The company sorted over 163 million pounds of mixed recycling at their local Material Recovery Facility, recycled over 28 million pounds of specialty recyclables from manufacturers and industrial customers, hauled over 11 million pounds of construction materials to be recycled, and shredded and recycled over 3 million pounds of confidential data in 2023. Pellitteri received the following awards in recent years: the Recycling Excellence Award from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the Outstanding Achievement in Education Award from the Associated Recyclers of Wisconsin, and the Business Friend of the Environment Award from Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce. For more information, visit www.pellitteri.com.