The QTI Group Announces Leadership Progression

The QTI Group (QTI) is excited to announce leadership progression. Jay Loewi who joined QTI in 1989 will progress from CEO to Chairman; Londa Dewey who joined QTI in 2007 will progress from President to CEO, and Tara Conger, who joined QTI in 2017, will progress from COO of QTI Human Resources to President.

Tara brings extensive experience and a deep understanding of the complexities of human resources and is well-positioned to build on The QTI Group’s 63-year history of growth and success!  As COO of QTI’s Professional Employer Organization (PEO) business, Tara led record growth through service and technology advances.  Tara’s diverse background includes over thirteen years of experience in strategic human resources roles, including Vice President of Human Resources at Palmer Johnson Power Systems, as well as experience in sales and marketing.

In addition to the President role, Tara will continue to lead QTI’s PEO service offering. Tara states, “I am excited, humbled, and honored to lead the organization forward.  We all have amazing roles and what we do makes a difference in the lives of the candidates we place, the organizations we help, and the communities we serve.”

With QTI’s new leadership, the strategy will evolve around thoughtfully preparing and positioning the company for continued growth and success. Londa Dewey states, “Together as leaders and as an organization, we have a shared purpose of helping organizations reach their full potential through people.  The new decade is a great opportunity to create new energy and ensure we are well-aligned to provide the absolute best employee, candidate and client experience.”

The QTI Group Chairman Jay Loewi states, “It is critical to prepare and evolve our capabilities to help our clients adapt, grow and succeed.  This requires a strong leadership team to look into the future and deliver value through our capable QTI colleagues.”

About The QTI Group

Founded in 1957 as a small staffing agency, The QTI Group has grown to be a full-service, privately owned human resources firm.  QTI’s key service areas include staffing, professional, technical and executive search, HR Consulting and PEO. With a people first focus and a commitment to helping businesses reach their full potential through people, The QTI Group is headquartered in Madison, WI and has nine locations in Wisconsin and a sales office in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

The Alliance Board Selects its 2020 Officers

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Jennifer Austin, Director of Marketing and Product Development
Telephone 608.210.6639; E-mail: jaustin@the-alliance.org
www.the-alliance.org/news-and-press

THE ALLIANCE BOARD SELECTS ITS 2020 OFFICERS

MADISON, Wis. (February 20, 2020) ─ The Alliance board elected its officers for 2020 on February 6, 2020.

     The Alliance executive committee:

• Board Chair: Wendy Culver, chief human resources officer, Mead & Hunt, Madison, Wis.
• Vice Chair: Diana Clark, benefits manager, Promega Corporation, Madison, Wis.
• Executive Committee Member: Mick Gronewold, owner, Fehr Graham, Rockford, Ill.

Larry Pribyl, CFO of Trachte, retired in 2019 as chairman of The Alliance Board of Directors and his seat remains vacant.

The Alliance Board of Directors works together with staff to set the direction for The Alliance. The Alliance is an employer-owned not-for-profit health cooperative that moves health care forward by controlling costs, improving quality, and engaging individuals in their health. Its members include more than 275 self-funded employers and insurance trusts across the Midwest.

     Other board members for The Alliance includes:

• Richard Campbell, head of human resources, ABS Global, DeForest, Wis.
• Lisa Henke, risk/benefits manager, County of Walworth, Elkhorn, Wis.
• Brad Olm, vice president of human resources, Gordon Flesch Company, Inc., Madison, Wis.
• Craig Parsons, president, Palmer Johnson Power Systems, Sun Prairie, Wis.
• Kyle Reading, president, Spuncast, Watertown, Wis.
• Shirley Reif, secretary-treasurer, Crest Foods Company, Inc., Ashton, Ill.
• Jake Nolin, director of human resources, Rice Lake Weighing Systems, Rice Lake, Wis.

To learn more about The Alliance Board, please visit: https://the-alliance.org/about-the-alliance/board-of-directors

Capitol Bank Hires Matt Roegner as Senior Vice President Commercial Lending

Madison, WI (February 20, 2020): Ken Thompson, President and CEO of Capitol Bank, is pleased to announce the hiring of Matt Roegner as Senior Vice President Commercial Lending. Matt’s nearly 35 years of banking experience spans Wisconsin, Iowa and Illinois, allowing him to become an expert in commercial lending and treasury management. Matt is especially adept with commercial lending in the areas of owner-occupied real estate, income-producing real estate, inventory/equipment financing and asset-based lending. His resume includes managing a team of over 300 employees and a loan portfolio of over $225 million. Matt holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Iowa and has completed the Graduate School of Banking. He is also a graduate of the Kellogg School of Business in Executive Business Management & Leadership.

“Matt has an impressive amount of experience. We look forward to utilizing his expertise on our talented and capable team of commercial lenders,” said Thompson.   

Matt’s community involvement has included Rockford Area Economic Development Commission, Rockford Leadership, Rockford Local Development Corporation, Growth Dimensions Economic Development, Illinois College of Medicine, Rockford Pro-Am, Stateline United Way, Stateline YMCA, School District of Beloit and Stateline Youth Sports Association.

Matt’s hobbies include hunting, skiing, golfing and spending time with his family. He especially enjoys traveling in support of his three adult children and their athletic endeavors.

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.

Ty Beck Joins Oak Bank as Vice President of Business Banking

Oak Bank, Fitchburg’s community bank since 2000, expands its business banking team with the addition of Ty Beck as Vice President of Business Banking.

Beck joins Oak Bank with over 17 years of financial experience, with his most recent ten years working in community banking at Park Bank.

“Ty is a strong advocate for his business clients and works tirelessly to help them solve problems and take advantage of opportunities,” said Terry Taylor, President at Oak Bank. “Ty is a genuine, caring individual and his energy and enthusiasm are contagious. Like everyone on the Oak Bank team, Ty is passionate about helping others.”

Beck will work with the Oak Bank business banking team to lead strategic development and closely work with current and new business clients to fully capitalize on growth to help them reach their financial goals. “I am extremely excited to have joined the Oak Bank family because of the way they value and care for their clients, their associates and the communities they serve,” said Beck. “Every decision is made locally and on an individual basis. They treat folks the way they would want to be treated themselves.”

Beck was born and raised in Oshkosh and has lived in the Madison area for over 20 years. He graduated with an Anthropology degree from the University of Wisconsin Madison, with an emphasis in Archaeology. This led Ty to work for six years as a research archaeologist in backcountry Alaska prior to starting his financial career in 2002. Ty and his family (his wife, three kids and two dogs) are very active and enjoy most outdoor activities like running, triathlons and cycling.

Company Background
Oak Bank is celebrating 20 years of deep roots in the Fitchburg community and Madison areas. The community bank meets the financial needs of homeowners and businesses by offering top-notch service, quick answers and unique solutions, all while supporting over 100 local nonprofits each year. Visit oakbankonline.com to learn more.

Oak Bank Hiring Director of First Impressions

Department: Client Service
Type of Position: Full-time
Location: Fitchburg, WI
Date Generated: January 31, 2020

Position Summary

The Director of First Impressions serves as the first point of contact for clients of Oak Bank in person and through telephone contact. The Director of First Impressions must be well organized, flexible and have multi-tasking ability. He or she must display a high level of professionalism and courteousness at all times to clients and associates.

Position Responsibilities:

• Project a courteous, professional and service-oriented image to all clients, vendors, visitors, and associates
• Operate a multi-line telephone and receptionist software to ensure calls are directed to appropriate departments in a courteous and timely manor
• Exhibit confidence and maintain confidentiality
• Ensure the daily functions of the lobby area run smoothly and provide administrative support to the CEO, President and other Oak Bank associates
• Assist Executive Assistant with various projects by creating and maintaining documents using MS Office Suite and other database or web-based applications
• Assist with board meeting preparations and conference room set up for meetings
• Assist Executive Assistant with Oak Financial Inc. shareholder records and stock transactions
• Issue timely communications with detail and accuracy
• Maintain kitchen / client refreshment areas to ensure cleanliness and good order
• Manage inventory of office, kitchen, and client refreshment supplies
• Operate postage meter for outgoing mail and distribute incoming mail and faxes
• Assist with and attend special bank functions as needed
• Demonstrate reliable attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications (Education, Work Experience, Skills):

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Strong interpersonal etiquette and written communications
• Experience as receptionist/administrative assistant preferred
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Friendly, positive attitude and sense of humor

Contact Human Resources at 608.441.6000 for information on current openings or email us at hr@oakbankonline.com.