ZEBRADOG Names Matthew Schuh as Lead Developer

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ZEBRADOG Names Matthew Schuh as Lead Developer

Company Continues Growth in Development of Experiential Media Installations

MADISON, WI. – ZEBRADOG (aka ZD Studios), one of the nation’s leading experiential design firms (https://www.zebradog.com), today announced the appointment of Mr. Matthew Schuh as Lead Developer to its award-winning media team. Mr. Schuh will be actively involved in the interactive development, technology strategy and execution of immersive digital installations within ZEBRADOG’s signature branded environments.

“Matt’s proven abilities to transform our design team’s vision into fluid interactive solutions will continue to strengthen ZEBRADOG’s position as an industry leader in experiential media design and delivery.” said Chris Moore, New Media Director and Vice President of ZEBRADOG.

Mr. Schuh brings his experience in technology integration, programming and development for large-scale projects around the world for a wide variety of ZEBRADOG clients. He has created interactive applications for award-winning digital media projects including; The Hall Group, Duke University Athletics, Aurora Healthcare, Manpower Group, Livsreise Heritage Center, Northwestern University, Saudi Aramco, The University Of Wisconsin Madison and Madison College.

Matthew Schuh received his Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from the University of Wisconsin – Madison.

About ZEBRADOG:

Located in the historic Sixth Ward Carnegie Library in Madison, Wisconsin, ZD was founded in 1992 by Creative Director Mark Schmitz. For 25 years, ZD has been thriving at the intersection of communication design and the built environment while delivering some of the most integrated, collaborative and evocative branded environments in America. The ZD staff of 20 passionate professionals are versed in the disciplines of interior architecture, interactive media, graphic and interior design, wayfinding and signing, project production, construction management and technical writing all balanced to deliver modern storytelling solutions. The ZD culture thrives in collaborative environments and excels in delivering destination brand-based experiences with authenticity, grace and passion.

AGENCY SECRETS on Proven Internet Marketing Success…Today!!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 4/18/17
Dan Kleinke
Streamline Advertising Group
262-951-1882
dan@streamline-advetising.com

16 Proven Social Media Internet Strategies That Will Drive New Clients to Your Business!
From a Social Media Marketing Agency…That Any Business Can Do for MORE PROFITS

Madison, WI: 

On May 23^rd in downtown Madison, Dan Kleinke of Streamline Advertising Group will conduct a seminar on “Marketing Agency Secrets to Generating Client Internet Traffic…that Small business can use without the cost”. The seminar runs 90 minutes & will be held at the American Family’s DreamBank office (Dreamfearlessly.com) at One North Pinckney, across from the state capital building.

The seminar, which is Free to Madison Chamber members and $35 for the general public, will share powerful & proven strategies that marketing agencies use to promote business clients to achieve high rankings in major search engines, as well as building a presence across social channels. Both are key to generating new client traffic and generating profits. 

All the strategies presented that night will be simplified so any business owner can implement the techniques right away & realize an increase in traffic. Topic covered will include the following:

• Utilizing Inbound Marketing strategies which converts at 74%
• Essentials to getting higher rankings in Google & Bing
• Building a network of Social Channels to generate leads
• Marketing Automation techniques that businesses need to succeed
• Analytic software that will track results for a high ROI
• Access to  “Complete Blueprint for Social Media Success” for all attendees

Streamline Advertising Group is a digital marketing agency that specializes in SEO & Social Media marketing. Located in Waunakee with an office in West Bend, Streamline has been in business for 6 years, and a Google partner for 4 years… driving traffic to Google client’s from18 countries resulting in over 15 million of dollars of new business.

Dan Kleinke is the president of Streamline and in charge of national marketing & new client development. He may be reached at 262-951-1882.

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The Alliance Will Host Its Largest Event of the Year

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Contact:

Teri Van Tassel, Vice President, Marketing & Member Services

608.210.6633

E-mail: tvantassel@the-alliance.org

www.the-alliance.org/press

GET HELP MAKING HEALTH CARE’S HARD DECISIONS

The Alliance Will Host its Largest Event of the Year – May 16

MADISON, Wis. (April 18, 2017) – The Alliance is inviting employers and anyone interested in learning about shared decision making to its Annual Seminar event on May 16, 2017.

Do I or Don’t I?
Making Hard Decisions in Health Care

Tuesday, May 16, 2017

8 – 11:30 a.m.

The Monona Terrace, Madison, Wis.

More than 300 people are expected to attend to hear from three national speakers:

• Andrew Lazris, MD, founder and practitioner of a primary care practice in Columbia, MD and co-author of Interpreting Health Benefits and Risks
• Erik Rifkin, PhD, environmental scientist and co-author of Interpreting Health Benefits and Risks
• Catherine DesRoches, DrPH, executive director, OpenNotes

Presentations will cover the importance of shared decision making as well as:

• How to involve the patient in decision making
• Illustrating a pictorial way of showing how few people are helped and how many are harmed by common procedures through Benefit Risk Characteristic Theatre (BRCT).
• Overview of the OpenNotes initiative and how it is being incorporated into many clinics and hospitals today.

The Alliance Board of Directors will also present its third annual Health Transformation Awards to individuals and organizations who have committed to moving health care forward for consumers, employers and purchasers.

Interested individuals who would like to attend for free can register here:

http://www.the-alliance.org/events/

The Alliance is an employer-owned, not-for-profit cooperative that moves health care forward by controlling costs, improving quality and engaging individuals in their health. It has 240 employer members that provide health benefit coverage to more than 100,000 people in Wisconsin, Illinois and Iowa.

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Overture Hosts Poetry Month Events with Opportunities for Students

For immediate release: Monday, April 17, 2017
Contact: Sarah Knab, 608.258.4438 / sknab@overture.org

Overture Hosts Poetry Month Events with Opportunities for Students

Featuring OnStage performance by The Mayhem Poets and local Word Power Grand Slam Finals

Madison, Wis. – Overture Center is proud to host poetry-focused events in April, including The Mayhem Poets and the local teen poetry slam Word Power Grand Slam Finals, which will determine the six finalists advancing to a national competition.

The Mayhem Poets | Tuesday, April 25, 2017, at 10 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. | Overture Center – Capitol Theater

• Both performances are Overture OnStage educational field trip performance for students.

o   Low-cost tickets for the program are subsidized

• Schools can apply for further subsidies for tickets and transportation

o   10 a.m. is nearly sold out / 12:30 p.m. has availability

o   Teachers receive a resource guide

• Description: Having been dubbed “an amazing ride” by The New York Times, this mind-boggling performance has been described as “The Simpsons meets Malcolm X at a Notorious B.I.G. concert.” These theatrically trained, comedically-gifted, lyrical virtuosos seamlessly blend raw elements of hip-hop, theater, improv and stand-up comedy to tell gut wrenching truths that leave audiences forever changed.

Word Power Grand Slam Finals | Friday, April 28, 2017, at 7 p.m. | Overture Center – Promenade Hall

• This event is free and open to the public but space is limited. Seating will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Two round poetry slam with 18 Madison student poets in the first round with the top ten advancing to the second round.

o   Students must perform two original poems (maximum three minutes and thirty seconds)

o   Their poems will be judged be a panel of five people on a scale of 0-10 with the highest and lowest scores dropped and the three in the middle added together.

o   Top six students in the slam will earn spots to represent Madison at the Brave New Voices International Poetry Festival in San Francisco, CA.

According to poets.org, National Poetry Month was inaugurated by the Academy of American Poets in 1996. Over the years, it has become the largest literary celebration in the world with schools, publishers, libraries, booksellers and poets celebrating poetry’s vital place in our culture.

OVERTURE CENTER FOR THE ARTS in Madison, Wisconsin, features seven state-of-the-art performance spaces and five galleries where national and international touring artists, ten resident companies and hundreds of local artists engage people in nearly 700,000 educational and artistic experiences each year. Overture.org  

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Strang Controls Director Earns WELL Credential

Katie Lowery, Director of Integrated Control Systems at Strang, recently received her WELL Building credential.
WELL standards focus on design elements that assure building occupants will be comfortable and healthy in the same way LEED standards focus on qualities that save energy and reduce water use.

The credential is given by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), apublic benefit corporation whose mission is to improve human health and well-being in buildings and communities across the world. The IWBI certifiesprojects that meet standards and accredits professionals who pass rigorous testing.

“WELL aligns with our philosophy toward design, and fits with our company culture here. So it’s very fitting for Katie to have earned the credential,” said Strang President & CEO Larry Barton, also a WELL-accredited professional.

Katie earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. She became a LEED-accredited professional in 2012.