Riley Construction Breaks Ground on Likewise Partners Project in Madison

New industrial development has immediate leasing opportunities

Riley Construction is building Phase 1 of the Tradesmen Commerce Park in collaboration with Likewise Partners and The Ackerberg Group. Located at 5525 Tradesmen Drive, Madison, WI, the 131,000 square-foot, class A industrial building will include highlights such as 32’ clear height, 16 loading docks, state-of-the-art sprinkler system, unit heaters, high-bay LED light fixtures, and ample car and trailer parking stalls. Tradesmen Commerce Park is conveniently accessible from the Stoughton Road exit of the Beltline Highway.

Riley recently broke ground on this project and pre-cast panel erection is complete with steel and roofing work to follow. Phase 2 of the park is anticipated to start in early 2024 and will incorporate an additional 150,000 square foot building.

This project brings much needed industrial space to the Madison area due to historically low vacancy rates. The projected completion for the project is July 2023. The development team is currently accepting lease proposals from prospective tenants. For additional leasing information contact Chase Brieman or James West at the CBRE real estate office in Madison.

For more information on Riley Construction visit rileycon.com or call Riley’s Project Development Manager, Alex Egan at 414-405-5713.

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About Riley Construction

One of the largest construction management and general construction firms in Wisconsin and Illinois, Riley Construction is headquartered in Kenosha, WI, with four offices strategically located throughout the region. The company provides services in the municipal, industrial/manufacturing, healthcare, corporate/commercial, education, and pharmaceutical markets. Projects include new, expansion, renovation and restoration for a variety of building types. The firm’s core values of Humility, Integrity, Flexibility, and Initiative (HIFI) have led to a strong reputation and an 80% repeat customer base.

National Guardian Life Insurance Company’s Long Term Care Insurance Product, EssentialLTC, approved in Montana

National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) announced that EssentialLTC, its Long Term Care (LTC) insurance product, is available in Montana, effective April 21, 2023. Headquartered in Madison, NGL’s LTC insurance product is now available in 49 states and the District of Columbia.

“We’re excited to offer the residents of Montana this affordable and comprehensive Long Term Care insurance option to help protect their financial needs,” said Joe Guyotte, National Sales Manager, Long Term Care at NGL. “With EssentialLTC clients are able to customize plans that best meet their needs. The NGL LTC policy is also very adaptable into the worksite and executive carve out with high quality features and benefits.”

Nearly 70 percent of Americans aged 65 and older will need some form of long term care, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Long term care needs can arise from a disabling accident, chronic illness or simply getting older and include daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, etc. Purchasing Long Term Care insurance can help cover future costs and provide families with peace of mind that the assets they have worked so hard to build are secure.

EssentialLTC features include a range of both affordable benefits and asset protection through flexible options, including lifetime benefits, joint policies and premiums, shared benefit amount rider with third pool benefits, 1035 Exchange eligible, and flexible premium payment options.

Specializing in a suite of innovative products for life’s journey, NGL prides itself on giving customers the financial stability, careful guidance and peace of mind to lead a life filled with confidence, dignity and grace.

To learn more about EssentialLTC go to: www.ngl-essentialltc.com.

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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Molly Rae Joins Oak Bank as Human Resources Manager

For Immediate Release

Contact: Karen Virnoche, 608.441.6000
kvirnoche@oak.bank

Molly Rae Joins Oak Bank as Human Resources Manager

Fitchburg, WI – Oak Bank, Fitchburg’s community bank since 2000, welcomes Molly Rae to the team as a Human Resources Manager.

Rae comes to Oak Bank with more than nine years of experience in human resources. In her role at Oak Bank, Rae’s responsibilities include recruiting and onboarding new associates, managing benefits and payroll programs, and helping ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment regulations.

“Molly comes to Oak Bank with great enthusiasm and is a wonderful addition to our team,” said Terry Taylor, Oak Bank President.

“I hope to bring fresh ideas to Oak Bank to help our associates be successful in their roles and continue to build on the already incredible culture at Oak Bank,” said Rae. “What we do behind the scenes, if you will, creates the best possible banking experience for our clients.”

Rae lives in Madison and is a very active volunteer, leading a co-ed professional business fraternity supporting the Ronald McDonald House. Rae is thrilled to be one of the newest Packers season ticket holders after 25+ years on the waitlist.

About Oak Bank
Oak Bank has been deeply rooted in the Fitchburg community and Madison area for 23 years, meeting the financial needs of homeowners and businesses by offering top-notch service, quick answers, and creative solutions, all while supporting over 125 local nonprofits each year. Visit oak.bank to learn more.

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Fitchburg Chamber Visitor + Business Bureau Announces the “Bike the ‘Burg” Challenge for Summer 2023

Area cyclists of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in the Fitchburg Chamber Visitor + Business Bureau’s 2023 Bike The ‘Burg Challenge! Participants will be challenged to bike a total of 150 miles (or more) during the summer of 2023. Keep track of your miles in apps like Strava, in an excel file or however you prefer. Participants can register for free or register for $10.00 and receive a Bike The ‘Burg tee-shirt. Everyone registered will be entered into several drawings to win prizes from local businesses. The 2023 Bike The ‘Burg Challenge is sponsored by Fitchburg Family Pharmacy and SHINE Technologies.

“The ‘Burg is a wonderful place to ride and we are so fortunate to have this great infrastructure,” said Thad Schumacher, owner of Fitchburg Family Pharmacy. “We know the important role exercising plays for your health and since cycling is one of my passions, it is natural for us to sponsor the great event.” 

“SHINE is thrilled to be sponsoring the Bike the ‘Burg Challenge for the second year in a row. Our work revolves around creating a safer, healthier and cleaner world, and we’re proud to extend that mission out into the community by supporting events like this,” said Jess Giffey, SHINE’s Chief Operating Officer of Systems and Therapeutics. “Many of our Fitchburg-based employees are avid cyclists who take advantage of the scenic trails year-round. We look forward to hosting another community ride this year and to a safe and fun summer of cycling and celebrating all that Fitchburg has to offer.” 

Fitchburg has ideal access to some of Wisconsin’s finest bike trails and is home to three state trails and three local bike paths. The challenge encourages cyclists both new to the area, and those who are very familiar with biking in Dane County, to get on your bike and discover what makes Fitchburg a top destination for biking enthusiasts and now has BCycle stations throughout the city, with more planned for installation in 2023. 

For more information about the 2023 Bike The ‘Burg Challenge, please contact Angela Kinderman. 

WHO:  Fitchburg Chamber Visitor + Business Bureau

WHAT: 2023 Bike The ‘Burg Challenge  

WHEN: Summer 2023 (May-September)

WHERE:  Fitchburg and Dane County, Wisconsin 

MORE INFO:  www.biketheburg.org

Wisconsin Union: Limited-Edition Purple, Teal Mini Terrace Chair Purchases Will Support Suicide Prevention Efforts, Mental Health Resources at UW–Madison

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 20, 2023 

Contact Information:
Shauna Breneman, Communications Director
Email: sbreneman@wisc.edu
Phone: (608) 262-8862

READ RELEASE ONLINE: union.wisc.edu/about/news/2023-mini-chair

LIMITED-EDITION PURPLE, TEAL MINI TERRACE CHAIR PURCHASES WILL SUPPORT SUICIDE PREVENTION EFFORTS, MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES AT UW–MADISON

MADISON – The purchase of the Wisconsin Union’s limited-edition, mini, purple and teal version of an iconic symbol of summer in Madison, Wisconsin, called the Terrace chair, will support the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s suicide prevention efforts and mental health resources for students with a portion of each sale going to University Health Services’ (UHS’) Suicide Prevention Fund.

The Wisconsin Union team will place about 860 of the purple and teal mini chairs, measuring about 4 inches tall, on the shelves of the Badger Market at Memorial Union for sale on May 1, where they will remain on sale while supplies last. If some of the mini chairs remain on May 15, the team will also make them available in its online Terrace Store. The Union does not anticipate creating more of the purple and teal chairs.

The Wisco Industries team in Oregon, Wisconsin, crafted the chairs and painted them purple after which the Wisconsin Union, including UW–Madison students, hand-painted flecks of teal, making each chair completely unique. Design inspiration was drawn from purple and teal ribbons that are used to raise awareness and support of suicide prevention.

The UHS and the Wisconsin Union teams began discussing the creation of the limited-edition chair and how it could support suicide prevention and mental health promotion efforts for UW–Madison students in summer 2022.

“The Terrace chair is a symbol of joining together as a community, so it’s a fitting extension of its identity to support the well-being of UW–Madison students,” said Mark Guthier, associate vice chancellor for student affairs and executive director of the Wisconsin Union.

The Suicide Prevention Fund at UHS helps fund suicide prevention programs and mental health resources at UW–Madison, including population-level prevention efforts and clinical services and support for students.

“Supporting the mental health of UW–Madison students is central to our work at UHS,” said Jake Baggott, associate vice chancellor for student affairs and executive director of UHS. “All members and supporters of our Badger community can play a role in suicide prevention and contribute to a culture of care at UW–Madison.”

UHS offers confidential, no-cost mental health services to UW–Madison students, including daily drop-in counseling opportunities through Let’s Talk, individual counseling, group counseling, and psychiatric care.

UHS also offers a 24-hour mental health crisis line at (608) 265-5600 (option 9) for students and anyone concerned about a student’s well-being in addition to training and education on suicide prevention created for University team members and students. Additional suicide prevention resources are available at uhs.wisc.edu/prevention/suicide-prevention.

In addition to purchasing teal and purple mini chairs, those looking to support the University’s mental health and suicide prevention initiatives can make tax-deductible donations directly to the Suicide Prevention Fund here.

In recent years, the Wisconsin Union’s other limited-edition mini chairs have included a cow-print chair in 2019, which supported the UW School of Veterinary Medicine’s building expansion project, and a 2020 chair that featured a painting of the Earth and benefited the UW–Madison Green Fund. Patrons can still purchase a limited supply of cow-print mini chairs in the Union’s online Terrace Store and in the Union’s Badger Markets at Memorial Union and Union South. 

On an ongoing basis, customers can purchase mini red, green, yellow and orange Terrace chairs and tables in the Badger Markets at Memorial Union and Union South as well as in the online Terrace Store.

Patrons can purchase full-size red or white Terrace chairs and tables exclusively in the online Terrace Store.

Sales of the regularly available mini and full-size Terrace furniture help the nonprofit Wisconsin Union provide free and low-cost events, activities and services; its spaces; and Union student leadership opportunities, some of which provide academic stipends of up to 80% of students’ in-state tuition.

Yellow, orange and green Terrace chairs rose to fame with their presence at the Wisconsin Union’s outdoor dining and entertainment space, called the Memorial Union Terrace. The trademarked sunburst design of the chair purportedly first appeared with its current design in the 1960s at the Terrace. About 2,000 full-size Terrace chairs sit on the Memorial Union Terrace from early spring to late fall each year and have come to mark the start of summer in Madison and a time of outdoor gathering in the community.

To purchase the limited-edition, mini, purple and teal chairs, while supplies last, patrons can visit the Badger Market at Memorial Union beginning May 1 and, if supplies continue to be available, can also shop for the chairs in the online Terrace Store beginning May 15.

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About the Wisconsin Union

The Wisconsin Union enhances the lives of members and visitors through recreational, cultural, educational and social opportunities. Formed in 1907, the Wisconsin Union is a membership organization that blends study and leisure to create unique out-of-classroom opportunities. Learn more about the Union and its tradition of providing experiences for a lifetime: union.wisc.edu.