Category: Talent
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Zahler and Schultz Receive Promotions at Capitol Bank
Ken Thompson, President and CEO of Capitol Bank, is pleased to announce the promotions of Sheri Zahler and Sara Schultz to Senior Loan Representatives. Sheri and Sara have a combined 34 years of experience, 23 of those with Capitol Bank.
“Both Sheri and Sara have been instrumental in helping to manage the high volume of mortgages and SBA PPP loans in 2020,” said Thompson.
As for community involvement, Sheri recently completed terms on the Verona Lacrosse Club and Badgerland Lacrosse boards and now serves as a board member for the Natural Path Sanctuary, part of the Linda and Gene Farley Center for Peace, Justice & Sustainability.
About Capitol Bank: Capitol Bank, locally owned and operated since 1995, 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 Dane County 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.
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Capitol Bank: Anne Conlin Promoted to Assistant Vice President / Relationship Banking
Ken Thompson, President and CEO of Capitol Bank, is pleased to announce the promotion of Anne Conlin to Assistant Vice President Relationship Banking. Anne has over 20 years of banking experience, 11 of which have been with Capitol Bank.
“Anne is the essence of relationship banking. She makes it a point to get to know the Bank’s customers and they have a high level of trust in her,” said Gary Kuter, Senior Vice President of Retail Banking & Chief Compliance Officer.
Aside from all that Anne brings to Capitol Bank, she finds time to give back to the community. Most recently, she has been an involved volunteer for Lussier Community Education Center and serves on the board of Girls’ Stories, Girls’ Voices.
About Capitol Bank: Capitol Bank, locally owned and operated since 1995, 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 Dane County 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.
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Bridgett Boucher, Thomas Spelsberg selected for new leadership positions at WPS Health Insurance
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Contact:
DeAnne Boegli, Director of Communications
608-977-7343
deanne.boegli@wpsic.com
Bridgett Boucher, Thomas Spelsberg selected for new leadership positions at WPS Health Insurance
MADISON, Wis.—July 6, 2020—Jim Baird, Executive Vice President of WPS Health Insurance, announces two new leadership roles on his team. Bridgett Boucher becomes Chief Actuary and Thomas Spelsberg succeeds her as Vice President of Medicare Market Solutions. Spelsberg previously was Vice President of Business Unit Services at WPS Health Solutions.
“I am excited to have Bridgett take on this very important role for WPS,” Baird said. “She has both the required actuarial credentials and the experience to do this job extremely well.”
Boucher started her career at WPS as an actuary in June 2002, right out of college. She is a member of the American Academy of Actuaries (MAAA designation) and a Fellow in the Society of Actuaries (FSA designation).
She was promoted to Vice President of Medicare Market Solutions in July 2018.
In her new role, Boucher oversees the actuarial, underwriting, and reporting teams. As the Chief Actuary, she will sign off on rate filings and other actuarial requirements across all product lines.
Spelsberg has responsibility for all aspects of the senior market business, including claims, customer support, sales, product management, and regulatory support.
“Thomas brings a wealth of knowledge to the Health Insurance team, as well as an understanding of how to continue to build on the excellent culture in Medicare Market Solutions with his great leadership skills,” Baird said.
Spelsberg joined WPS in December 2016 as Director of the Project Management Office (PMO). He was promoted to VP of PMO in 2019. In early 2020, he was promoted to VP of Business Unit Services, covering the PMO, Operational Training, Operational Quality Assurance, Business Analysis, and Operational EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) and Imaging.
About WPS Health Solutions
WPS Health Solutions is a nationally regarded government contractor and a leading Wisconsin not-for-profit health insurer. The WPS Health Insurance division offers affordable health plans and benefits administration. The WPS Government Health Administrators division administers Part A and B Medicare benefits for millions of seniors in multiple states, and the WPS Military and Veterans Health division serves millions more members who are active in the U.S. military, veterans, and their families. Wisconsin Physicians Service Insurance Corporation (WPS Health Solutions) has been based in Madison, Wis., for more than 70 years. For more information, please visit wpshealthsolutions.com.
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WPS Health Solutions’ Scott Kowalski appointed to American Heart Association’s Midwest Affiliate Board
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Contact:
DeAnne Boegli, Director of Communications
608-977-7343
deanne.boegli@wpsic.com
Scott Kowalski appointed to American Heart Association’s Midwest Affiliate Board
MADISON, Wis.—July 1, 2020—Scott Kowalski, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Communications at WPS Health Solutions, headquartered in Madison, has been appointed to the American Heart Association’s Midwest Region Board of Directors for a two-year term. The American Heart Association is the world’s leading voluntary health organization devoted to fighting cardiovascular disease.
Kevin Harker, Executive Vice President of the Midwest Region, said, “Scott will be a tremendous asset to our Board. He has a wealth of knowledge to lend our organization, and I look forward to working with him to advance the mission of the American Heart Association and improve the lives of people across the Midwest.”
Kowalski will serve on the Corporate Operations Committee, which oversees the budget, fundraising, staffing, real estate (AHA offices), and employee engagement. The Midwest Region is comprised of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.
After fully recovering from a stroke in May 2014, Kowalski joined the Madison Board of Directors. In June, he concluded a two-year term as Board Chair.
“My co-workers and fellow executives at WPS Health Solutions know about my passion for heart health and stroke prevention, and I appreciate their ongoing support,” Kowalski said. “The Heart Walks and CycleNation events that I have had the privilege of leading are important sources of funding for the American Heart Association, but they also serve as a reminder that developing a heart-healthy lifestyle should be a year-round commitment.”
Kowalski joined WPS in May 2013, serving as Executive Vice President of Health Insurance and Chief Operating Officer of Arise Health Plan. In early 2018, he moved into his current role as Executive Vice President of Marketing and Communications, and is responsible for marketing, corporate communications, public relations, and community affairs. In addition, he is the Vice President of the WPS Charitable Foundation Board of Trustees and a member of the WPS Political Action Committee.
He earned an undergraduate degree in political science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and a law degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago—John Marshall Law School.
About the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. We are dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities. Through collaboration with numerous organizations, and powered by millions of volunteers, we fund innovative research, advocate for the public’s health and share lifesaving resources. The Dallas-based organization has been a leading source of health information for nearly a century. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook, Twitter, or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.
For media inquiries: Liz Jirschele: 608-709-4934; liz.jirschele@heart.org
About WPS Health Solutions
WPS Health Solutions is a nationally regarded government contractor and a leading Wisconsin not-for-profit health insurer. The WPS Health Insurance division offers affordable health plans and benefits administration. The WPS Government Health Administrators division administers Part A and B Medicare benefits for millions of seniors in multiple states, and the WPS Military and Veterans Health division serves millions more members who are active in the U.S. military, veterans, and their families. Wisconsin Physicians Service Insurance Corporation (WPS Health Solutions) has been based in Madison, Wis., for more than 70 years. For more information, please visit wpshealthsolutions.com.
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Nezih Hasanoglu Jr. Named Executive Vice President of Business Development at M3
Nezih Hasanoglu Jr. has been promoted to executive vice president of business development and a member of the executive operating committee at M3 Insurance, effective July 1, 2020. Nezih joined M3 on October 1, 2004, as a business development executive with a focus on new business acquisition. Since that time he has successfully served in a variety of sales and leadership roles at M3. In this new role Nezih is responsible for the overall direction, strategy, long-term planning and performance of M3’s business development, marketing and mergers & acquisitions teams. Nezih was named partner on January 1, 2013.
Nezih earned his MBA from the Wisconsin School of Business at University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2013, and completed his undergraduate work at Vanderbilt University in 2002 where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. He was also a member of the Vanderbilt football team from 1998-2002. Currently, Nezih serves on the Zoological Society of Milwaukee Board of Directors and the Wisconsin Leadership Board for the American Lung Association.
M3’s evolving leadership structure represents continued agency growth and a commitment to building a strong infrastructure from which to serve M3’s clients while remaining independent and privately owned.
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About M3
M3 is a top 50 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.