Dustin McClone Named a 2026 Wisconsin Titan 100 Honoree for the Second Consecutive Year

President & CEO of McClone Insurance recognized among Wisconsin’s top business leaders shaping the future of their industries

Menasha, WI, October 28, 2025 — McClone Insurance is proud to announce that President and CEO Dustin McClone has been named a 2026 Wisconsin Titan 100 honoree for the second consecutive year. The recognition highlights Wisconsin business leaders who demonstrate vision, integrity, and measurable impact in their organizations and industries.

Since becoming CEO in 2018, Dustin has guided McClone through a period of sustained growth, doubling revenue, expanding into new markets, and achieving record performance across every division. His leadership has centered on clarity, discipline, and a willingness to challenge industry norms. Through its RiskMAP™ process, McClone has redefined how businesses identify and manage risk, helping clients make smarter decisions and achieve stronger results.

“This recognition is meaningful because it reflects the results of doing things the right way,” said McClone. “We’ve built a model that rewards discipline, clarity, and curiosity, and the market continues to respond. It’s proof that challenging the status quo works.”

McClone is a proud sponsor of the Wisconsin Titan 100 program, which celebrates leadership and fosters connection among business professionals across the state. Through sponsorship, the company supports opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and shared growth that align with McClone’s drive to move the industry forward.

In addition to his role at McClone, Dustin serves as a Director for Nicolet Bank, a Board Member and past Chair of United Way Fox Cities and is actively involved with several nonprofit and community organizations across Wisconsin. His leadership philosophy, “When in doubt, do the right thing. The rest will take care of itself,” continues to guide the company’s approach to growth and performance.

This recognition reflects not only Dustin’s leadership but the collective efforts of the McClone team, whose focus on results, innovation, and continuous improvement continues to strengthen the company’s position and impact.

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

About McClone Insurance

McClone Insurance is a leading provider of risk management and insurance solutions headquartered in Wisconsin, serving clients nationwide through regional offices across the state. Founded in 1949, McClone offers business insurance, employee benefits, HR outsourcing, retirement plans, and personal insurance, all built on a foundation of people, community, and exceptional service. With a reputation for challenging convention and driving results, McClone continues to transform how risk is managed through its proprietary RiskMAP™ process and the McClone M.A.D.E. program, making a meaningful difference for clients and communities alike.
To learn more, visit mcclone.com.

Amy Squitieri Takes the Helm as Mead & Hunt CEO

MADISON, WIS. – October 21, 2025 – Mead & Hunt announced that Amy Squitieri will become Chief Executive Officer effective November 1, 2025. Currently serving as the firm’s Chief Operating Officer, Amy brings more than three decades of leadership experience to the role and has been instrumental in shaping the company’s strategic direction, employee-focused culture, and innovation initiatives.

The leadership transition reflects years of intentional succession planning at the 125-year-old engineering, architectural, and planning firm. Outgoing CEO Andy Platz will remain with the company as Board Chair, supporting continuity as Mead & Hunt continues its commitment to excellence.

“Having worked alongside Amy for three decades, I’ve witnessed how her vision, integrity, and drive have elevated our firm,” said Platz. “She is exceptionally qualified for this role, and I’m confident that under her leadership, Mead & Hunt will reach new heights while staying true to our people-first culture and values.”

Amy has served on Mead & Hunt’s Board since 2007 and has led numerous growth and transformation initiatives that position the firm for continued success. She spearheaded the company’s Foresight + Innovation + Technology (FIT) program to help the firm navigate technology and change in the AEC industry and launched the Future Readiness program to streamline operations and empower teams to thrive in a dynamic business environment. Both programs reflect her commitment to delivering value to clients, communities, and employees through collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

As CEO, Amy’s priorities will focus on strengthening career development across the organization, executing the firm’s strategic plan, and accelerating adoption of digital tools and artificial intelligence. She views her role as a steward in service to the firm and its people, a perspective that shapes her approach to leadership. She is committed to preparing and mentoring the next generation of leaders, knowing that her greatest responsibility is to pass on a healthy, thriving company to the next generation of employee owners who will continue the firm’s legacy.

“It is such an honor to lead this company,” Amy said. “I think about all the talented people we have and what they’re working to accomplish. We have an impressive 125-year legacy dedicated to our values of taking care of people, doing the right thing, and doing what makes sense. I

appreciate that I get to carry that torch forward and entrust a strong, growing firm to the next generation.”

Beyond Mead & Hunt, Amy contributes to shaping the future of the AEC profession through her service on the Board of Engineering Change Lab-USA (ECL-USA), a nonprofit preparing the engineering community for 21st-century challenges. She also actively contributes to the ACEC Research Institute, a leading source of knowledge and business strategies advancing the built environment.

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About Mead & Hunt

Mead & Hunt is a national, full-service engineering, architectural, planning, and construction services firm that has been serving clients for 125 years. Since its founding, the employee-owned firm has grown significantly in size and diversity and continues to rank in Engineering News-Record’s Top 100 Design Firms. Today, the company employs more than 1,400 people and works in a variety of markets, including aviation, transportation, cultural resources, food and beverage, renewable energy, water, and federal. For more information, visit www.meadhunt.com.

Capitol Bank Welcomes Theresa (Esa) M. Anzivino as VP General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer

Capitol Bank is pleased to announce that Theresa (Esa) M. Anzivino has joined the Bank as Vice President, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer. Esa brings over 15 years of legal experience to the Bank with a background in various general litigation matters, including commercial cases, bankruptcy cases, and disputes related to regulatory and statutory compliance.

She will utilize her extensive skills and experience to ensure Capitol Bank’s continued compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, which, in turn, will help the bank remain a trusted institution for its customers and community partners. Esa will also be the Bank’s first in-house general counsel and serve as a resource in a variety of legal matters.

“Welcoming Esa to the team has been a big strategic step forward for the Bank. We’re looking forward to incorporating her background and skills into the team and continuing to enhance the benefit we can provide to our clients.” said Ami Myrland, President.

Outside of the office, Esa loves spending time with her spouse, Craig, and their daughter, Zoey, and son, Cameron. She enjoys reading, watching true crime documentaries, exploring Madison’s amazing restaurant scene, and discovering new places through travel.

About Capitol Bank: Capitol Bank, locally owned and operated, is committed to serving the communities in which we live, work, and do business. We are proud of the partnerships we have established with organizations, businesses, and individuals in the Greater Madison area. Our philosophy of community support is demonstrated at the corporate level, as well as in the time and energy our employees devote to our community each year. Capitol Bank is Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

Starion Bank Welcomes Kildahl as Chief Operations Officer

Starion Bank is pleased to announce that Chris Kildahl has been named Chief Operating Officer. With more than two decades of experience in financial leadership and operational expertise, Kildahl brings a dynamic and disciplined approach to the bank’s executive team.

“I’m honored to join Starion Bank and help advance Starion’s vision for community banking and innovation through embedded finance,” said Kildahl. Their commitment to serving local communities aligns perfectly with my own values, and together we can continue delivering outstanding results for our customers.”

Kildahl has a strong background in executive leadership. Throughout his career, he has played pivotal roles in building and mentoring high-performance teams across multiple disciplines, as well as driving strategic initiatives and guiding transformational growth.

“Chris brings a wealth of experience and a strategic instinct that perfectly matches Starion Bank’s mission, said Dave Rogstad, Starion Bank President. “We’re excited to welcome him to our leadership team and look forward to the impact he’ll make in taking our customers and communities even farther.”

Kildahl is a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Management Accountant. He holds an MBA from North Dakota State University and dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Management Information Systems and Finance from Minnesota State Moorhead.

About Starion Bank

Starion Bank, a family-owned $2 billion asset super-community bank, has been a pillar of North Dakota’s financial landscape since its establishment in 1969. With 16 locations spanning North Dakota and Wisconsin, Starion remains dedicated to providing top-notch financial services to individuals, businesses, and communities. Learn more at StarionBank.com.

MMSD’s Superintendent, Dr. Joe Gothard, Exceeds Expectations in Annual Performance Review

MADISON, Wis.—The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education has completed its annual evaluation of Superintendent Dr. Joe Gothard. This review process, which covered the first year of the superintendent’s tenure, was a collaborative effort between the Board of Education and the superintendent, utilizing a comprehensive framework that included the Wisconsin Association of School Boards’ First-Year Evaluation prompts and elements from the Superintendent Job Description.

The evaluation found that the superintendent exceeded expectations in all six key areas: 

• Community Relationships and Engagement
• Teaming, Management, and Oversight
• Educational Excellence
• Ethical Decision-making 
• Board Relationships and Leadership Skills

“We’re grateful for Dr. Gothard’s strong commitment to students and to strengthening community relationships, partnerships and pride in the district,” said Board President Nichelle Nichols. “We also appreciate the collaborative way that he works with the Board. Our shared leadership is critical to the district’s success, and together, we set the tone for the district and drive our vision forward.”

The Board’s statement is as follows: 

On behalf of the Board of Education, we are pleased to share an overview of Superintendent Dr. Joe Gothard’s recent annual evaluation. 

We were pleased to see several academic achievements. One example is the notable growth we’ve seen in literacy and math, showing that more students are now meeting grade-level expectations. We were also pleased to see that MMSD’s most significant gains are among students who have historically been underserved, showing that opportunity gaps are beginning to close. While these are important successes, we stress that work to address long-standing disparities must continue, and that these persistent challenges remain at the forefront of the superintendent’s work moving forward at MMSD. 

We’d also like to highlight the increase in students participating and excelling in Advanced Placement (AP) exams. This spring, over 2,000 high school students took more than 4,200 Advanced Placement exams, and 80% of them scored three or higher (up from 76% last school year). We know that these opportunities benefit our students by saving them time and money, and also may lead to them earning college credit and even an associate’s degree while in high school. Additionally, we are pleased that more students are coming to school because attendance is a strong predictor of student success. When they are in class, they are engaged, learning and developing the skills they need to thrive. 

We appreciate the initiative the superintendent took to quickly expand full-day 4K programming at Huegel, Lapham, Midvale, and Muir, along with introducing a pilot five-day 4K offering at Olson. The ability to grow the 4K program within a limited amount of time speaks to his dedication to early learning and commitment to ensuring that students have the foundation they need for educational success. In addition, “Mad for Reading,” a citywide literacy initiative, was launched, and MMSD offered the first Freedom School in Wisconsin at Mendota Elementary. 

We were particularly impressed by the superintendent’s dedication to community engagement, which has been vital in strengthening public support and led to the successful passage of two historic referendums, garnering approximately 70% of the vote. In addition, he is committed to further building that support through advocacy and raising awareness of the financial challenges public schools are facing at the state and federal levels. The superintendent’s commitment to visiting schools and engaging with students, staff and families has fostered a strong sense of partnership among all stakeholders, and this is evident as he continues to lead with People, Purpose and Pride. 

We also recognize the significant progress he has made in district operations, including streamlining key functions to maximize efficiency, using data-driven dashboards to improve staffing and establishing an Enrollment Strategy Team. He has launched our much needed boundary review, “Building for the Future,” and we are currently finalizing our strategic framework, “MMSD: Excellence Together.” All of these efforts are crucial for the long-term sustainability and success of our district, and we are pleased to see this work moving forward. 

Looking ahead, we are excited to continue our partnership with the superintendent as we work together on the district’s new strategic plan. Our shared priorities are centered on ensuring that all students are valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential. We are committed to building a learning community that delivers high-quality instruction, strengthens positive relationships and partners with families to achieve educational excellence for all.

We look forward to our continued work together. We will provide updates on our progress and the measurable objectives we will set to guide the district’s future.

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About the Madison Metropolitan School District

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is the second-largest school district in Wisconsin, serving more than 25,000 students across 52 schools. The district’s vision is that every school will be a thriving school that prepares every student to graduate ready for college, career and community. With more than 6,000 teachers and staff, MMSD is committed to ensuring the district’s goals and core values are held at the center of its efforts, so students can learn, belong and thrive. For more information, visit mmsd.org.