Category: Member News
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Midwest Alarm Services Hires New Account Executive
Contact: Jennifer VanGenderen, Per Mar Security Services, 563-344-7313
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 7, 2017
Midwest Alarm Services Hires New Account Executive
DES MOINES, Iowa – Midwest Alarm Services, a leading provider of life safety systems based in Des Moines, IA, is pleased to announce it has hired Tom Christensen as an Account Executive.
As an Account Executive, Christensen will be responsible for growing business in the Iowa, Wisconsin, Minnesota and Nebraska markets. Christensen brings a wealth of knowledge to his new role with over 15 years of industry and sales experience. Most recently, Christensen worked at Primex and while working there he partnered with Midwest Alarm Services on projects.
“I’m thrilled to have Tom Christensen join our team. He is a respected expert in the wireless clock market and I really look forward to Tom growing our wireless markets in our existing footprint.” said Doug Richard, President of Midwest Alarm Services.

About Midwest Alarm Services
Established in 1950, Midwest Alarm Services is a family-owned company specializing in life safety systems across four states. The company is a leading Notifier dealer, and provides life safety systems and services including card access systems, fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers/hoods, fire inspections, master clock systems, monitoring, nurse call systems, system design/layout and video surveillance. For more information about Midwest Alarm Services, please visit midwestalarmservices.com.
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Raihle Joins The Alliance as Provider Network Manager
Rick Raihle has joined The Alliance®, an employer-owned, not-for-profit cooperative of more than 240 members.
As provider network manager, Raihle will be responsible for contracting with health care providers in Illinois and Iowa to help expand The Alliance’s provider network. His role will include meeting with providers to negotiate contracts and create organizational objectives.
Raihle has significant experience in provider contracting and network development most recently as the manager of contract negotiations at Health Net in Tempe, Ariz. He also has experience at health plans in Oregon and Minnesota.
Raihle has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin – Stout. He also served on the Skylark Opera Board of Directors during his tenure in Minnesota.
“We are more than thrilled to welcome Raihle to our team,” said Heather Oliva, Alliance director of provider relations. “He brings a great deal of provider contracting experience that will be invaluable to the expansion of our cooperative.”
More than a provider network, The Alliance moves health care forward by controlling costs, improving quality and engaging individuals in their health. Members of the employer-owned, not-for-profit cooperative provide coverage to more than 80,000 individuals in Wisconsin, Illinois and Iowa. The Alliance uses its purchasing power as a cooperative to negotiate with and provide access to an extensive network of doctors and hospitals paid to improve quality by performing better not doing more.
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Midwest Alarm Services Receives NOTIFIER Multi-Million Dollar Award
Contact: Jennifer VanGenderen, Per Mar Security Services, 563-344-7313
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 2nd, 2017
Midwest Alarm Services Receives NOTIFIER Multi-Million Dollar Award
DES MOINES, Iowa – Midwest Alarm Services, a leading provider of life safety systems based in Des Moines, IA, was a recipient of the NOTIFIER Multi-Million Dollar Award. This is Midwest Alarm Services’ 7th consecutive year winning this prestigious award. This award is given to the top, most successful fire alarm companies in the industry.
“The multi-million dollar award is directly due to the tremendous efforts of our sales team, as well as the hard work and dedication of our technical staff. Without our great people, Midwest Alarm Services would not have the success it has today,” said Doug Richard, President of Midwest Alarm Services.
About Midwest Alarm Services
Established in 1950, Midwest Alarm Services is a family-owned company specializing in life safety systems across four states. The company is a leading Notifier dealer, and provides life safety systems and services including card access systems, fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers/hoods, fire inspections, master clock systems, monitoring, nurse call systems, system design/layout and video surveillance. For more information about Midwest Alarm Services, please visit midwestalarmservices.com.

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Wisconsin Aviation Drone Services
Madison, Wisconsin — Wisconsin Aviation continues to be a leader the aviation industry since 1981. Wisconsin Aviation announces the opening of their new division WISCONSIN AVIATION DRONE SERVICES.
Wisconsin Aviation Drone Services will provide commercial drone operations for hire. Target industries will be construction, media, real estate, insurance, agriculture and more.
Wisconsin Aviation will also be offering drone consulting. If your organization is considering opening a drone division, we can help provide the training. WisAv will continue with Commercial Drone License ground school as well.
For more information and for a quote, please visit www.wisconsinaviation.com
Email: drones@wisav.com
Direct: 608-620-4315
Chris Johnson, PhD.
Director of Wisconsin Aviation Drone Services
Wisconsin Aviation has operations at Dane County Regional Airport (Madison, WI), the Watertown Municipal Airport (Watertown, WI) and Dodge County Airport (Juneau, WI). It is the largest full-service general aviation services provider in Wisconsin. Wisconsin Aviation is proudly celebrating 35 years in business.
Web: www.wisconsinaviation.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wisav
Twitter: Wisconsinaviation@WisconsinAviat1
Contact: Trevor Janz – 920-261-4567, trevorj@wisav.com
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Locksmith & door company offers free expert on-site security review
(Madison, WI) – The Flying Locksmiths offers a free review of your building security conducted by a master locksmith with 28 years of experience in the industry.
“We believe it’s essential to come to your building or property. That way we can present custom recommendations on access control, card readers, cameras, master key systems, locks and doors,” said Pat Mack, president of The Flying Locksmiths in Madison. “We will prioritize the work we find so you can get it done as your budget allows.”
There’s no pressure attached to any security suggestions. “We just want you to have the peace of mind that comes from an expert review,” Mack said.
The Flying Locksmiths – Madison is a member of the Associated Locksmiths of America as well as the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce, Middleton Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Madison, Inc.
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