One Community Bank: Austin Zellner Promoted to AVP – Commercial Banking Officer

January 22, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Ameilia Abraham
One Community Bank
608-838-3141
aabraham@onecommunity.bank

Austin Zellner Promoted to AVP – Commercial Banking Officer

(January 2024) – One Community Bank is excited to announce the promotion of Austin Zellner to AVP – Commercial Banking Officer at its Oregon location.

“Austin has done a tremendous job assisting current clients and developing new business relationships. He has become a key contributor to our commercial PACE program. His primary focus will continue to be establishing and developing relationships with business owners in the community by providing a wide range of financial products and knowledge. We are excited for Austin to take the next step in his career at One Community Bank,” said Dan Carey, Chief Commercial Officer.

“I am thrilled to continue to grow at One Community Bank. I am grateful to be a part of such a client focused, dynamic, and forward-looking team. I look forward to continuing to expand my
business relationship network, and embracing new challenges and opportunities that come,” exclaimed Austin.

Austin has been with One Community Bank for over seven years and started as a Bank Teller.

Over time, he grew a strong passion for commercial banking. He enjoys assisting clients with financing their projects.

In his personal life, he enjoys traveling, watching Wisconsin athletics, golfing, and spending time with his wife, Claire, and their dog.

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One Community Bank is one of the largest community banks in south central Wisconsin. The locally owned bank has 15 bank locations and $2.1 billion in assets. It provides both personal and business banking solutions, with an intense focus on serving clients, supporting colleagues, and investing in its communities. Five years in a row named one of Madison’s best places to work, One Community Bank serves the communities of Oregon, McFarland, Waunakee, Stoughton, Sun Prairie, Middleton, Adams,
Oxford, Grand Marsh, Hillsboro, La Farge, Readstown, Wonewoc, and Union Center. Member FDIC.
Austin Zellner NMLS #2175576. OCB NMLS #4106989.

M3 Insurance Adds Five New Shareholders

M3 Insurance recently announced five new shareholders: Corey Palmer, Senior Client Executive; Dana Hellenbrand, Director of Manufacturing & Distribution Practice; Jesse Maas, Senior Business Development Executive; Julie Redders, Vice President of Marketing; and Nate Troyer, Senior Client Executive and Director of International Practice.

Palmer supports business owners and governmental entities in structuring sustainable employee benefit programs to foster a competitive employee acquisition and retention strategy. He joined M3 in 2015. 

Hellenbrand serves as a subject matter expert, strategist, and thought leader in the manufacturing and distribution industry. She is responsible for sharing information on trends and issues that specifically impact this industry along with advising clients throughout their policy period to ensure that their coverage and risk management strategies continue to meet their needs. She joined M3 in 2016. 

Maas educates the business community about M3 services, including insurance and risk management, employee benefits, and retirement planning. He joined M3 in 2017. 

Redders develops, directs, and oversees M3’s marketing, brand, communications, and public relations strategies. She partners with agency leadership and sales teams to showcase M3’s brand, people, and specializations, and ensures the agency is well-positioned across the regions and markets we serve. She joined M3 in 2011. 

Troyer specializes in property and casualty insurance with a focus on manufacturing & distribution and international exposures where he designs customized solutions for each of his clients. He joined M3 in 2014. 

The Electrician, Inc.: Transition of New Ownership

The Electrician, Inc. welcomes you to join us in congratulating Cole McCloskey in his promotion to CEO of our company! Cole started his tenure with The Electrician, Inc. in 2011 and quickly worked his way into being selected for the ABC of Wisconsin apprenticeship program starting in the fall of 2012. Cole then worked his way quickly into a leadership role and was ultimately selected as a Shareholder and COO of the company in April 2019. Since then, Cole has worked hand-in-hand with Brent Yauchler to manage the company, and has played a major role in our continued growth and success.

Brent Yauchler founded The Electrician, Inc. in 2004 and has been CEO and President of the company since.  Under Brent’s leadership, the company has experienced significant growth and success over the past two decades. Brent will continue to be a Shareholder, and as of January 1^st, 2024, he will assume both the title of Chief Strategy Officer and Chairman of our advisory committee. He will be advising Cole and other key company leaders regularly and working with them to strategize, plan, and improve the Company’s operations and continued mission to better serve our customers. Cole, along with our management and field team, will be solely responsible for overseeing the Company’s day-to-day operations. 

Feel comfortable to reach out to Brent or Cole at any time if you have any questions or concerns about our transition of leadership. We appreciate our employees, vendors, and customers very much, and we wish everyone continued success and prosperity in the new year! 

One Community Bank: Tom Long Promoted to SVP Commercial Banking Manager

January 9, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Ameilia Abraham
One Community Bank
608-838-3141
aabraham@onecommunity.bank

Tom Long Promoted to SVP Commercial Banking Manager

(January 2024) – One Community Bank is delighted to share the news of Tom Long’s recent promotion to the position of Senior VP Commercial Banking Manager.

“Tom has been in the banking industry for over 11 years. Tom joined OCB as a VP – Commercial Lender. He has consistently shown dedication, has a strong ability to develop new relationships, and has done an excellent job of helping clients grow their businesses. In his new role, he will be managing the growth and development of a team of Commercial Lenders in addition to assisting clients with their needs,” said Dan Carey, Chief Commercial Officer.

“OCB is the true definition of community banking. The core focus on our clients, colleagues and communities aligns with my values. I love having the opportunity to help local businesses grow and working with a variety of clients,” said Tom.

Tom is passionate about being an active participant in his community. He is a board member at United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Dane County and DAIS (Domestic Abuse Intervention Services). Outside of work, Tom enjoys spending quality time with his wife, three children and three dogs. He also loves the outdoors and enjoys fishing, hunting, and Wisconsin sports.

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One Community Bank is one of the largest community banks in south central Wisconsin. The locally owned bank has 15 bank locations and $2.1 billion in assets. It provides both personal and business banking solutions, with an intense focus on serving clients, supporting colleagues, and investing in its communities. Five years in a row named one of Madison’s best places to work, One Community Bank serves the communities of Oregon, McFarland, Waunakee, Stoughton, Sun Prairie, Middleton, Adams, Oxford, Grand Marsh, Hillsboro, La Farge, Readstown, Wonewoc, and Union Center. Member FDIC.

Kraus-Anderson Madison promotes Jason Peterson to Director of Operations

Company also hires James Rognstad as Facility Assessment Manager

MADISON, Wis. (January 2024) – Kraus-Anderson Construction (KA) has promoted Jason Peterson to director of operations for the company’s Madison office. He succeeds Tom Roepke, who continues to serve as regional vice president of construction operations for the company’s Wisconsin regional offices including Madison and Milwaukee.

In his new role, Peterson will be responsible for the day-to-day operations, including marketing and business development, budgeting, leading negotiations, staffing and productivity. He joined KA in 2003 as project superintendent, moved into project management in 2007 and most recently has served as director of project planning and development in the K-12 market sector. 

A 31-year industry veteran, Peterson’s resume includes managing projects in multiple building sectors with an extensive focus on K-12 schools. In addition to construction oversight, he also led planning processes and facilitated consensus among numerous school districts and community stakeholders to support school bonding referenda.

Peterson’s well-rounded professional development demonstrates his effective leadership and hands-on operations experience.

“Jason’s deep experience and industry knowledge will drive our continued growth, solidifying our position as industry leaders,” said Roepke.  “As importantly, he brings to the region a community-centric approach, which will foster meaningful connections and build strong relationships.”

To augment the company’s facility sustainability, planning and assessment units, KA’s Madison office has also named James Rognstad as facility assessment manager. He will work to ensure building efficiency and longevity, as well as identifying maintenance needs and upgrades, and safety concerns for optimal functionality. 

Rognstad previously served as planning executive and senior facility analyst at SitelogIQ in Madison, where he led and managed new business relationships with school superintendents, finance directors and directors of facilities to support initiatives during the process of strategic master planning and project development.

“KA is continuing to add to our arsenal of expertise to support the planning and development phase of projects in order to provide clients and business partners with the best information to base important long-term decisions that align with their project goals and expectations,” said Roepke.  “These assessments help owners make the most of their investment in their built environment—from conception, through construction, existing facilities analysis, deferred maintenance, energy and sustainability assessment, through the life cycle of their physical plant.”

About Kraus-Anderson

Established in 1897, Kraus-Anderson (www.krausanderson.com) is an integrated construction management and real estate development enterprise working independently and in collaboration with a family of companies, including insurance, mortgage and realty operations. Kraus-Anderson, an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability employer, is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn. and has regional offices in Madison and Milwaukee, Wis., Bismarck and Fargo, N.D., and Duluth, Bemidji and Rochester Minn.

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