Naviant Acquires Intelligent Automation Practice in Nashville

Naviant, a leading provider of intelligent automation solutions by Hyland and ABBYY, announced today that it signed an agreement to acquire LBMC Technology Solutions’ OnBase software practice. LBMC is an award-winning software consulting and IT solutions services practice based in Nashville TN.

As a top Hyland Software partner, Naviant has recently been named OnBase Partner of the Year with a thriving and happy customer base. “We are committed to providing the same outstanding support and delivery of services our customers have grown to expect, and we look forward to personally welcoming LBMC customers and staff into the Naviant community,” said Michael Carr, President & CEO, at Naviant.

“Hyland is in full support of this acquisition, and we see Naviant as an exemplary model of a partner that provides excellent delivery and support to their customers. Recently, Naviant was honored with Hyland’s Premier Solution Provider Designation and Three Elite Partner Awards,” said Ed McQuistion, EVP & Chief Customer Officer.

Mike Sole, Intelligent Automation Director of LBMC, says, “Our customers are in great hands with Naviant’s exceptional reputation for customer success. Naviant’s experienced resources alongside their expanded offerings will help take our customers’ intelligent automation to the next level.”

Michael Carr, President & CEO at Naviant, says, “LBMC has consistently provided outstanding support to their customers, and we are thrilled to have the opportunity to merge with their talented team and dedicated customer base. We believe this acquisition will elevate everyone’s experience and customer success.”

About Naviant

Naviant is a nationally recognized intelligent automation solutions integrator and business process consulting organization with over 30 years of experience. We help our customers reimagine work to streamline processes and gain visibility into the data they need to make better decisions.

Our “process-first” approach emphasizes the importance of process improvement before implementing technology solutions such as OnBase enterprise content platform, ABBYY intelligent capture and Brainware intelligent capture platforms, and Jadu content portal.

We are proud to be a top-tier partner for Hyland’s OnBase, a single enterprise information platform for managing content, processes, and cases. OnBase combines ECM, case management, business process management (BPM), records management, compliance, and capture functionality on a single platform. To learn more about Naviant, please visit naviant.com. Process focus. Excellence.

 About LBMC Technology Solutions

LBMC Technology Solutions is an award-winning professional services firm specializing in consulting, implementation, and support of business software, networks, and systems. With seven offices across the Southeast, LBMC services and supports over 1200 clients across North America in ERP, CRM, IT Support and IT Security. For more information, visit LBMCTech.com.

About Hyland

Hyland is a leading content services provider that enables thousands of organizations to deliver better experiences to the people they serve. Find us at Hyland.com.

About Kara Martin

As a Naviant Content Writer since 2019, Kara is passionate about helping organizations unleash the power of technology to solve their business challenges. In her weekly articles, Kara breaks down the latest research, trends, and tips in the digital transformation world, specializing in intelligent automation, the cloud, AP & HR automation, artificial intelligence, change management, and more. She is also a Copywriter for the American Marketing Association-Madison, where she contributes bimonthly articles that interview industry experts and highlight the latest marketing trends. When she’s not writing, Kara is working on her latest art project, scoping out new music, or out for a run.

DeWitt Announces Attorneys Hovden and Schuchardt Promoted to Partner

MADISON, Wis. (January 2, 2025)—DeWitt LLP today announced that Kai Hovden and Sarah Schuchardt were promoted to Partner status effective January 1, 2025.

About Kai Hovden

Hovden is a civil litigation attorney in DeWitt’s Madison office. While he has litigated in numerous practice areas in state and federal courts, Kai’s primary practice areas are: (a) intellectual property litigation, including representing businesses and individuals in patent, trademark, and copyright lawsuits; and (b) trusts and estates litigation, including probate contests and complex fiduciary litigation. Kai also frequently litigates in the transportation and logistics sector, representing shippers, carriers, and brokers.

He earned a J.D., cum laude, from the University of Wisconsin Law School and a B.A., cum laude, from Winona State University. He is admitted to practice in Wisconsin and in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern & Western Districts of Wisconsin.

About Sarah Schuchardt

Schuchardt is a member of the Divorce and Family Law team, practicing from the Madison office. She helps individuals in all walks of life, specializing in representing individuals in family law proceedings. She handles matters such as divorce, paternity, custody and placement, child support, adoption, prenuptial agreements and more. Her experience includes representing a client in a 7-day contested divorce trial on issues involving legal custody, physical placement, child support, maintenance, and property division. Sarah also has experience representing clients in mediation. 

She earned a J.D., from the University of Wisconsin Law School and a B.A., with honors, from Hamilton College. She is admitted to practice in Wisconsin, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern & Western Districts of Wisconsin, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7^th Circuit.

About DeWitt

DeWitt LLP was founded in 1903 and is one of the ten largest law firms based in Wisconsin, with an additional presence in Minnesota. It has more than 130 attorneys practicing in Green Bay, Madison and Greater Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Minneapolis, Minnesota and has the experience to service clients of all scopes and sizes. DeWitt is known for its work in a variety of legal areas including background screening, business law, employee stock ownership plans, employee benefits, intellectual property, patents, trademarks and copyright law, construction litigation, employment relations, environmental, estate planning, family business, family law, litigation, real estate, tax law, and more. Additional information is available at dewittllp.com.

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Carnelian Art Gallery to host art workshops starting Jan. 23

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CARNELIAN ART GALLERY
221 KING ST., SUITE 102
MADISON, WI 53703
CARNELIANART.COM

CONTACT: EMILIE HEIDEMANN
MARKETING DIRECTOR
EMAIL: EHEIDEMANNCAG@GMAIL.COM
PHONE: 920-763-6980

MADISON, Wisconsin, Jan. 3 – Carnelian Art Gallery, located at 221 King St., Suite 102, in downtown Madison, is pleased to announce that it will for the first time ever host art workshops starting on Thursday, Jan. 23, with a course in coffee painting.

“Our brand new roster of workshops represents a culmination of months of work researching how we as an art gallery can best serve our clients and the artists we host,” said Emilie Heidemann, Carnelian Art Gallery marketing director. “Visitors to and residents of downtown Madison deserve a space where they can learn about the many facets of art. We also wanted to find an additional way to support local artists besides selling their art in our gorgeous gallery space.”

“Carnelian Art Gallery is pleased to offer educational programming for the first time,” said Evan Bradbury, Carnelian Art Gallery owner and acrylic painter. “We wanted these workshops to be fun, engaging and accessible. There’s something for everyone.”

Here is the gallery’s educational programming schedule as it stands:
• “Learn How to Paint With Coffee” from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 23, with art instructor Chele Ramos
• “Intro to Oil Painting” from 6-9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 28, with art instructor Kim Strittmater
• “Websites for Artists” from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 30 with instructor Julie Raasch
• “Watercolor Painting for Beginngers” from 6-8:30 p.m. from Tuesday, Feb. 4, to Thursday, Feb. 6 with Ramos

Chele Ramos is a self taught portrait artist raised in Madison, Wisconsin. She has been painting since 2016 and teaching for a couple of years. Ramos works with a variety of mediums such as watercolor, oils, acrylics, graphite, charcoal, pastels, and coffee.

Kim Strittmater is an artist living on the Wisconsin River. She finds inspiration in the natural world around her. She is fortunate to be near ancient land that has been carved by glaciers and is surrounded by healing waters, which she often goes to for grounding and reflection. Her style of

painting blends the fluidity and emotion of impressionism with the detail and accuracy of realism.

Julie Raasch is a Madison jewelry artist and photographer. She has always been a creative person, loving art and making since she was a child. Julie studied anthropology and biology in college, but after graduation realized she enjoyed creating the covers and making the graphics and diagrams for the papers she turned in more than writing them. With that in mind she returned to school to study graphic design.

After graduation, Raasch worked for years as a graphic and web designer. She designed for real estate agents, for Brava Magazine, several small businesses, and at UW-Madison. Raasch has also designed and built websites for several arts organization and artists. She is versed in various web platforms. Raasch has been a working artist since 2012 so she is well versed in what makes a good artist website.

Classes will take place inside Carnelian Art Gallery’s open studio space, which is in the back of the building after you walk through the gallery.

Private rentals

In addition, Carnelian Art Gallery is now offering up its gallery and open studio space for private rentals.

Organizations and businesses are now able to rent out both spaces for private events like fundraisers, or art classes of their own.

“Renting out Carnelian Art Gallery for a private event offers a dynamic and inspiring experience,” Bradbury said. “Event attendees may network and socialize while viewing the beautiful fine art that adorns our walls.”

For more information about class pricing, event rental pricing, square footage of the gallery and open studio space, capacity limits, parking, and more, please reach out to Emilie Heidemann or visit our website at carnelianart.com.

M3 Promotes Alicia Kiser to Executive Vice President of Human Resources

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

M3 Promotes Alicia Kiser to Executive Vice President of Human Resources

Milwaukee, WI – M3 Insurance is proud to announce the promotion of Alicia Kiser to Executive Vice President of Human Resources. Kiser, who has been a valued member of the M3 team since 2011, will assume an expanded leadership role, joining the company’s Executive Operating Committee.

Alicia Kiser’s career at M3 began over a decade ago where she has consistently demonstrated excellence and dedication to M3’s mission, progressing through roles including HR Business Partner, HR Manager, HR Director, and most recently, Vice President of Human Resources—a position she earned in 2020.

Kiser holds both a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Wisconsin. She is also a shareholder of M3, reflecting her commitment and impact within the organization.

In her new role as Executive Vice President of Human Resources, Kiser will contribute to shaping M3’s strategic direction at the highest level. Her visionary leadership, business acumen, and collaborative approach will play an integral role in driving M3’s continued success and ensuring it remains a workplace of choice for top talent. Kiser will continue to lead M3’s HR strategy, ensuring M3’s most valuable resource—its people—thrive in an environment that supports growth and innovation.

“Alicia has been instrumental in fostering a culture that prioritizes people and innovation,” said Mike Moore, Chief Operating Officer, and Partner at M3. “Her promotion to Executive Vice President is a recognition of her exceptional leadership and the tremendous impact she has had on M3. We are excited to see her bring her vision and expertise to the Executive Operating Committee as we work to achieve our strategic goals.”

For more information about Alicia Kiser and her role at M3 Insurance, visit her digital portfolio.

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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.

Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm Opens a New Office in Eau Claire

Eau Claire, WI – Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm is excited to announce the opening of its newest office location in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. This expansion marks a significant step in the firm’s ongoing commitment to providing exceptional legal representation to individuals and families across the state.

Located in the heart of Eau Claire, off West Madison Street, the new office will allow Pemberton to better serve clients in the area who are seeking dedicated and compassionate legal support for personal injury matters. The firm’s attorneys specialize in handling cases like motor vehicle accidents, nursing home abuse, and wrongful death, ensuring justice for those who have suffered due to negligence.

With a proven track record of successful outcomes and a reputation for personalized service, the team at Pemberton is proud to bring their skills to a new region.

“The opening of our Eau Claire office represents a milestone in our mission to make high-quality legal representation accessible to every corner of Wisconsin”, said CEO and Founder, William Pemberton. “We’re not just expanding our footprint; we’re deepening our commitment to the communities we serve by ensuring that individuals and families facing challenging times have the support, advocacy, and care they deserve.”

The Eau Claire office will begin accepting clients on January 1st, 2025. The team invites the community to learn more about the firm’s services on their website: pembertonpi.com.

For more information, contact:

Moses Ehlers
Marketing Director
Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm
608.448.6242
moses@pembertonpi.com
Pembertonpi.com