Attorneys Rideout and Wise Join Murphy Desmond S.C.

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Attorneys Rideout and Wise Join Murphy Desmond S.C.

MADISON, WI – Attorneys Lane Rideout and Jacob Wise recently joined the law firm of Murphy Desmond S.C.

Rideout represents clients in a wide range of business matters from entity formation to succession planning, as well as employment law and human resources issues. Rideout’s background includes significant experience working with tech start-ups and entrepreneurs in numerous industries. Rideout earned her law degree from the University of Texas School of Law in 2005.

Wise is a criminal defense attorney serving clients in matters such as OWI/DUI, drug charges, disorderly conduct, and felony and misdemeanor offenses. He also assists in civil litigation including personal injury, contract disputes, and other civil cases. Wise earned his law degree from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 2021.

Founded in 1931, Murphy Desmond employs over 30 attorneys in various practice areas for businesses and individuals. The firm, which is included on U.S. News & World Report “Best Law Firms” lists, has offices in Madison, Janesville, Dodgeville, and Appleton, Wisconsin. Visit www.murphydesmond.com.

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Mike Moore Named M3 Chief Operating Officer

Mike Moore has been named the first chief operating officer of M3 Insurance effective immediately.

Moore joined M3 in 1994 as an account executive. By 2001, he was promoted to executive vice president of our property and casualty division. In 2004, he took on the role of executive vice president of insurance operations – a role he has held since.

In this role, Moore has responsibilities for key agency operations: brokerage, client services, human resources, and information technology. This new title is reflective of not only the results we have experienced under his leadership, but the continued growth of our agency.

M3’s leadership structure represents continued agency growth and commitment to building a strong infrastructure from which to serve M3 clients. 

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.

National Guardian Life: Marita LaChapell promoted to Senior Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer

Marita LaChapell has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer at National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL). LaChapell joined NGL in January 2020 as Vice President of Internal Consulting.

In her role as Senior Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer she leads the Internal Audit, Procurement and Tax teams. Additionally, LaChapell leads process improvement and process integration projects and has an active role in M&A and many other corporate objectives.

“Marita joined NGL two years ago and her leadership role and impact on the organization has continued to grow. We appreciate her tenacity and efforts that has resulted in lowering our risk profile and improving our professionalism,” said Knut Olson, President & CEO at NGL.

As Founder and CEO of Align Financial, LaChapell has a background and expertise in financial management across a wide variety of industries. In addition, during her 30-year career she broadened her leadership footprint by designing and implementing enterprise/information systems, compensation strategies, advising clients regarding their personal financial planning, growing advisory sales teams and driving organizational change through continuous improvement, Lean, Six Sigma and Operational Excellence programs.

“NGL has been an exciting and energizing step in my career, I appreciate the organization’s willingness to embrace new challenges to enable growth and the great people I get to work with every day,” said LaChapell of her experience.

She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree from Michigan Technological University in public accounting, specializing in information systems. She is a Certified Public Accountant and Personal Financial Specialist. Additionally, LaChapell earned a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt in 2009.

She is a global volunteer for Habitat for Humanity International and serves as a Board member for her church.

About NGL

Established in 1909 National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) is an insurance company headquartered in Madison, Wis. Licensed to do business in 49 states and the District of Columbia, NGL markets preneed and individual life and annuities, as well as group markets products. Information about NGL can be found at www.nglic.com; Facebook: Facebook.com/NGLIC and LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-guardian-life-insurance-company.

National Guardian Life Insurance Company is not affiliated with The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America a/k/a The Guardian or Guardian Life.

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Tim Christian Becomes Ownership Partner at KW2

MADISON, Wis.—KW2, one of Wisconsin’s longest-running full-service strategic marketing and communications agencies, announced today that Tim Christian has become one of its ownership partners. Christian, a thirty-year marketing veteran, has also been named the firm’s Chief Operating Officer.

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North Central Group Strengthens Senior Leadership Through Key Promotions

The real estate hospitality company announces promotions across multiple disciplines, including asset management, operations and development.

MADISON, Wis. (Jun 2022) – North Central Group (NCG), a leader in real estate development, and hospitality management, is excited to announce several new promotions within its senior leadership team. The organization has seen rapid growth in recent years, and these new leaders will help NCG continue its trajectory.

The company, which manages a portfolio of 29 hotels and conference centers, has made a commitment to make 2022 “The Year of the Team Member.” This initiative will focus on developing and retaining top talent, and these promotions are a key part of that strategy.

“We are a company that lives our core values, one of which is growth. We clearly understand and embrace the reality that our team members are the foundation of our company’s commitment to excellence and ultimately determine our success,” said NCG CEO Jonathan Bogatay. “We continue to look for ways to unlock and leverage the experience, talents, skills, abilities and passion of our amazing team, creating opportunities to make meaningful progress on their journey to becoming the very best version of themselves.”

The following team members have been promoted:

Jeff Lenz – President and Chief Asset Officer: Previously President and Chief Development Officer, Lenz will be responsible for the preparation and administration of NCG’s Asset Management Strategy, throughout the entire life cycle, from acquisition to disposition and the ongoing development and strategic implementation of all asset-related initiatives within the NCG business plan. Lenz has been with NCG for 23 years.

Eric Rottier – Chief Operating Officer: Previously Senior VP Of Operations, Rottier, who has been with NCG for 18 years, will be responsible for the overall operations and optimized performance of NCG’s portfolio of hotels, restaurants, conference centers and multi-family units, including all owned and operated as well as third-party properties.

Andy Inman – Chief Development Officer: Previously VP Of Development, Inman, who has been with the company for 8 years, will oversee and lead the team efforts in the development, design and construction of all development, renovation execution and capital projects for any new and existing NCG projects.

Kim Richter – VP of Community and Investor Relations: Previously Director of Community and Investor Relations, Richter, who has been with NCG for 8 years, will now be responsible for developing relationships with key charitable organizations and will lead NCG in assessing charitable partners and overall focus while successfully developing and implementing company-wide projects with current and future investment partners.

Additionally, special recognition to Cathy Gillman, who will be semi-retiring from NCG after 16 years of service. She will continue to serve as Vice President and General Counsel and a member of the NCG Advisory Board.

About North Central Group

North Central Group (NCG) is a leader in the ownership, development, and operation of premier hospitality properties. Established in 1981 by Founder and Chairman David Lenz, NCG is a family-owned business with over 40 years of experience in the hospitality & real estate industry. NCG currently owns and operates 29 properties across multiple states and national brands. We leverage our unparalleled expertise to provide hotel management services, hotel development expertise, and real estate-focused services to property owners and investors throughout the U.S. ncghotels.com.

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