Entrepreneur, Award-Winning Actor Danny Trejo to Speak on Reshaping Destiny at Wisconsin Union Directorate Event March 20 

MADISON – Entrepreneur and actor Danny Trejo will share his story of fighting addiction and changing his destiny at Shannon Hall in Memorial Union March 20 at 7 p.m. at a Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Distinguished Lecture Series (DLS) Committee-hosted free lecture.

The event, titled ”Reshaping Destiny: An Evening With Danny Trejo,” will feature a 60-minute moderated Q&A followed by a 30-minute audience Q&A. The event is free, but tickets are required. Current University of Wisconsin-Madison students may register for tickets on Feb. 26 at 2 p.m. Students will require a promo code, which they will receive via email, to acquire their ticket. Any remaining tickets will become available to the general public on Feb. 27 at 2 p.m., with a limit of two tickets per person. Ticket registration for the event will be available here. 

Known for his work in films such as “Machete,” “Heat” and “Spy Kids,” Trejo’s acting career spans over 40 years. The actor has also appeared in iconic TV series such as “Baywatch,” “Breaking Bad” and “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” and has been a voice actor in films including “Storks” and “The Book of Life.” 

After facing addiction and imprisonment at a young age, Trejo is also recognized for his ongoing advocacy for addiction recovery and sobriety, sharing his personal story in his New York Times-bestselling 2021 autobiography “My Life of Crime, Redemption and Hollywood.” 

In addition to his work on the screen, Trejo started Trejo’s Tacos, a collection of Los Angeles-based restaurants providing inclusive food options, such as gluten-free and vegan, alongside traditional Mexican dishes. He is also the founder of Trejo’s Coffee & Donuts.

Following the opening of his first restaurant in 2016, Trejo authored cookbooks “Trejo’s Tacos: Recipes and Stories from L.A.” and “Trejo’s Cantina: Cocktails, Snacks, and Amazing Non-Alcoholic Drinks from the Heart of Hollywood.”

“Everything good that’s ever happened in my life has come as a direct result of helping someone else and not expecting anything in return,” Trejo said in his autobiography.

The WUD DLS Committee brings engaging and influential people to the UW–Madison campus to encourage thought-provoking conversations. WUD includes 12 committees and six Wisconsin Hoofers clubs that program thousands of events each year.

UW–Madison students interested in becoming a leader of the WUD DLS Committee – or any WUD committee or club – during the 2024-2025 academic year may apply online. WUD student leaders may be eligible for reimbursement of the equivalent of up to 80% of in-state tuition. Applications for WUD directors and summer coordinator positions close March 1.

Patrons can learn more about the upcoming free talk featuring Trejo here.

Cousins Subs Opens New Location in Stoughton

Cousins Subs announces the opening of its newest location in Stoughton, Wis., on Monday, February 19. This marks the second store the brand will open in the area in 2024, reflecting its commitment to serving local communities and continuing to reinvest in the Madison area. With 92 locations, including 54 corporately owned establishments, Cousins Subs continues to expand its footprint, bringing its renowned deli fresh and grilled-to-order subs to the Stoughton community.

The 1,900 square-foot restaurant, located at 1432 US-51, Stoughton, WI 53589, boasts a full-service drive-thru, seating for 32 guests, and the brand’s distinctive ‘Milwaukee Sub Shop’ ambiance. Adorned with natural wood, stone and metal accents, the décor reflects Cousins Subs’ commitment to its cuisine philosophy, rich history, and community engagement, exemplified through its Make It Better Foundation. Digital menu boards enhance the overall dining experience.

Cousins Subs’ extensive menu, featuring deli-fresh subs and made-to-order sides, will be available for dine-in, drive-thru, pick-up and delivery. Catering orders can conveniently be placed through the Cousins Subs website. Customers enrolled in Cousins Club, the brand’s point-based loyalty program, will earn one point for every $1 spent, both online and in-store.

In keeping with its dedication to the Stoughton community, Cousins Subs aims to contribute to the local economy by creating job opportunities and actively participating in the area’s growth and development. The restaurant, open seven days a week from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., is currently seeking enthusiastic team members who can enjoy flexible schedules, complimentary meals, and next-day pay in a welcoming, family-friendly work environment. Interested applicants are invited to visit www.work4cousins.com.

“Opening our doors in Stoughton isn’t just about subs; it’s about commitment,” says Justin McCoy, vice president of marketing at Cousins Subs. “We’re here to serve fresh, flavorful food while supporting the local community and making meaningful connections with our guests.”

As Cousins Subs becomes an integral part of the Stoughton neighborhood, the brand looks forward to fostering meaningful connections with residents and supporting the communities it serves.

Summit Named One of America’s Top Credit Unions

Newsweek Magazine rankings based on member feedback and institution’s financial health

February 14, 2024 (Madison, WI) – Newsweek Magazine’s 2024 list of America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions included Madison-based Summit Credit Union as one of the top 250 credit unions. The rankings were based on a mix of consumer/member input and financial performance and stability factors.

“We’re honored to be included among Newsweek’s top credit unions, not only because it is based in part on reviews by our own members, but also because our financial strength and stability was part of the award criteria,” said Kim Sponem, CEO & President of Summit Credit Union. “Newsweek’s team looked at factors such as our financial reserves and ability to absorb economic downturns, strong lending activity, and reputation in making this group of America’s best credit unions.”

Newsweek partnered with research company Plant A Insights Group to compile the list based on an analysis of the financial health and stability of 9,440 institutions, 35,000 customer interviews and more than 149 million online reviews and applied a rigorous methodology to their selection process.

“As financial cooperatives owned by their members, [credit unions] foster a sense of shared ownership and responsibility. This unique structure translates into a commitment to the financial well-being of its members, often resulting in lower fees, competitive interest rates, and a more flexible approach to lending,” said Nancy Cooper, Newsweek’s global editor-in-chief.

About Summit Credit Union
Established in 1935, Summit Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative. Summit holds 6.9 billion in assets and has more than 255,500 members and 954 employees across 57 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.

Recognized for its excellence in employee engagement, in 2021, 2022 and 2023 Summit was named both a Top Workplace in the USA by Top Workplaces USA and a Top Workplace in the Madison area by the Wisconsin State Journal. In 2023 it has added a Top Workplace award in Milwaukee by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

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

WPS Health Solutions shares the love in its communities

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
DeAnne Boegli
Vice President of Communications
608-512-5754
deanne.boegli@wpsic.com

WPS Health Solutions shares the love in its communities
Applications for community support open Feb. 14

MADISON, Wis.—Feb. 15, 2024—WPS Health Solutions opened a new annual funding cycle on Feb. 14 for qualified tax-exempt organizations that support key drivers of social and health equity. The company is focused on giving to groups that have a strong emphasis on the mental health and well-being of people in communities across the country where WPS does business.

The WPS Community Partnerships program offers one-time grants up to $10,000. WPS strongly encourages those seeking support to review the three focus areas and submit applications online at wpshealthsolutions.com/community. Applications for 2024–2025 support may be submitted from Feb. 14 to April 14.

A rotating Community Partnerships Advisory Team made up of employee volunteers will provide equitable funding recommendations based on established evaluation criteria. Community impact dollars and support will be awarded in June.

For more information about the WPS Community Partnerships program, visit wpshealthsolutions.com/community or email partnerships@wpsic.com.

About WPS Health Solutions^®

Wisconsin Physicians Service Insurance Corporation (WPS Health Solutions), founded in 1946, is a nationally regarded benefits administrator for a variety of U.S. government programs and a leading not-for-profit health insurer in Wisconsin. WPS Health Solutions serves active-duty and retired military personnel, seniors, individuals, and families in Wisconsin, across the U.S., and around the world. WPS Health Solutions, headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, has more than 2,700 employees. Within the enterprise, there are three divisions: WPS Government Business, WPS Health Insurance, and WPS Data Logistics. For more information, please visit wpshealthsolutions.com.

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Naviant Wins 4 Elite Hyland Partner Awards: SAP Integrations Competency Status, Partner of the Year in Government, Premier Partner, and Partner of the Year for Competency Excellence

Naviant, an OnBase reseller, was recently honored by Hyland for its outstanding services, customer support, and partner performance by receiving the Integrations Competency Status for SAP, Partner of the Year in the Government Vertical, Hyland Premier Partner, and Partner of the Year for Competency Excellence.

“At Naviant, we are proud to provide the highest level of service and commitment to our satisfied customers, and we believe our +96% retention rate clearly reflects this dedication,” says Michael Carr, President and CEO at Naviant. “The best-in-class Hyland automation platforms have a direct and measurable impact on our clients and help them work more efficiently with less. These top Elite honors help set Naviant apart from the other OnBase partners.”

“Our partner program features industry leaders that provide cutting-edge technology to streamline processes, empower employees, and enhance customer connections. We congratulate Naviant’s dedication to customer success and outstanding achievement as a recipient of the Integrations Competency Status for SAP, Partner of the Year in the Government Vertical, Hyland Premier Partner, and Partner of the Year for Competency Excellence,” said Brian Schlosser, Vice President of Global Partner Programs at Hyland.

Integrations Competency Status for SAP

Naviant achieved its Integrations Competency Status for SAP from Hyland. This recognition demonstrates Naviant’s proven ability in integrating SAP when leveraging Hyland’s content services solutions. Naviant has prioritized SAP integration proficiency due to its ability to deliver a competitive advantage to its customers in their accounts payable departments and beyond. When SAP and OnBase work seamlessly together, it significantly impacts the entire organization and Naviant has seen this difference with its customers.

Partner of the Year in the Government Vertical

Naviant, a long-time Hyland partner, was the recipient of the Partner of the Year award in the Government vertical for its dedication to understanding government organizations’ unique challenges and industry trends. Doing so has optimized how Naviant deploys, services, and supports its government customers, which has resulted in a high-quality customer experience and tailored high-impact solutions.

Hyland Premier Partner

Additionally, Naviant has received Hyland Premier Partner status. This honor is only awarded to Hyland’s top seven highest-performing partners based on the criteria of digital transformation experience and sales revenues.

As a top OnBase partner, Naviant provides implementation expertise and hands-on support for OnBase customers, including its managed services offerings. Together with Hyland, Naviant also offers customers the highest level of technical support as they receive ongoing OnBase training and the backing of Hyland.

Partner of the Year for Competency Excellence

Naviant has earned the Micro-Vertical Competency Status for Tribal Governments, Low Code Application Development for OnBase Competency Status, and as of this month, Integrations Competency Status for SAP. These prestigious recognitions, all of which have been awarded in the span of under a year, reflect Naviant’s dedication to providing top-quality, specialized services and solutions for its customers.

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 clients do more with less by using technology 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, Brainware, the ABBYY intelligent capture platform, Hyland RPA, 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 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.