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upcoming EVENTS \\

Ignite’s Jingle ‘N Minglethursday, December 6, 2012 \\ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pmLen Dudas Motors3305 Main street | stevens point, wi 54481

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Business After HoursMonday, December 10, 2012 \\ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pmgrazies italian grill5327 us 10 east | stevens point, wi 54482

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Small Business X-Changewednesday, December 12, 2012 \\ 7:30 am - 8:30 amportage county Business council, Foundation room5501 Vern Holmes Drive | stevens point, wi 54482

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Women in Businessthursday, December 13, 2012 \\ 11:15 am - 1:00 pmMemories wedding & Banquet Hall2811 plover springs Drive | plover, wi 54467

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2013 Annual Dinnerpresented by Charter Businesstuesday, January 29, 2013 \\ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pmHoliday inn Hotel & convention center1001 amber avenue | stevens point, wi 54482

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MAXimize Your Membershipwednesday, February 6, 2013 \\ 8:00 am - 9:30 amportage county Business council, Foundation room5501 Vern Holmes Drive | stevens point, wi 54482

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» REGISTEROpportunities are available for our members wishing to play a greater role in our Annual Dinner. Here is how it works:

PRESENTING SPoNSoR \\ Special Thanks to Charter Business

AWARD SPoNSoRS \\ Thank you to the following businesses for their sponsorships!

RECEPTIoN SPoNSoR \\ 3 AVAIlABlE @ $600 CoMMITMENT NEEDED BY DECEMBER 10Benefits for Reception Sponsor \\· Recognition in event program, newsletter, and PCBC website.· Logo & Reception Sponsor recognition during event award video presentation.

· Recognition as Reception Sponsor on all emails to over 1300 member contacts.· Verbal recognition at dinner.· Two (2) complimentary dinner tickets to event. · Four (4) complimentary drink tickets.

Thank you to AT&T for their sponsorship!

SIlENT AuCTIoN DoNoR \\ CoMMITMENT NEEDED BY DECEMBER 28Silent Auction Opportunity \\· Recognition in Silent Auction program and newsletter.· Logo & Silent Auction Donor recognition during Reception.· Recognized with a creative display during the Reception promoting both your business and the merchandise and/or service.

Sponsorships are limited and handled on a first come, first served basis. Please contact Karen with your commitment at 715-344-1940 or kschanoc@portagecountybiz.com. Thank you for your support.

Watch for your Annual Dinner invitation in the mail soon or you can register online.\\\\\

2013 ANNuAl DINNER & SIlENT AuCTIoN01.29.13 \\ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

HolIDAY INN HoTEl & CoNVENTIoN CENTER

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ABR Employment Services, a professional services firm that offers knowledge, experience and intelligent strategies that enable employers to better manage hiring and leverage staffing, moved its Stevens Point, Wisconsin branch office to 5709 Windy Drive, Suite C, in Stevens Point on November 9, 2012. The branch telephone number will not change.

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After a national search, the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point has named a Stevens Point native and UW-Stevens Point alumnus to head its fundraising and alumni relations operation.

Christopher Richards brings more than 20 years of experience at the University of Wisconsin-Madison to his new role as vice chancellor for University Advancement at UW-Stevens Point. Since 1989, Richards worked closely with a portfolio of major donors as a development director, managed a $1.86 billion capital campaign, and been part of the UW Foundation leadership team, ultimately serving as a vice president.

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Wisconsin-based TMA+Peritus (TMAP), one of the state’s leading content marketing firms, has won a significant business assignment from the California Avocado Commission (CAC), the leading avocado trade association in the U.S. The commission serves as the official information source for California avocados and the California avocado industry, and is dedicated to sharing information, promoting product and supporting growers and handlers who use, produce, sell and serve California avocados. TMAP was selected after a comprehensive review of agencies from the West and Midwest. Finalists in the review presented to the commission in July, and the partnership was awarded to TMAP shortly thereafter.

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Ellis Stone Construction Company will be honored with the Associated General Contractors (AGC) 2012 BUILD Wisconsin Award in December for construction of the St. Paul Catholic Church in Mosinee. Architect for the project was Blue Design Group, LLC in

Hortonville, WI. This is the tenth year of the BUILD Wisconsin Awards and the sixth time Ellis has been honored with this award. A panel of construction industry professionals selects the award winning construction projects.

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One of the greenest buildings in Central Wisconsin has earned high marks for sustainable construction from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

The Suites@201 residence hall at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point was awarded a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) Gold Certification. Verified by the Green Building Certification Institute, the LEED certification is the nation’s preeminent program for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings. The four levels of certification—platinum, gold, silver or certified—are based on energy use, lighting, water and material use as well as other sustainable strategies.

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the Business Briefs column is an avenue to spotlight noteworthy business and professional accomplishments, recognition and awards among our Business council members.submit items of interest, in 100 words or less, to: admin@portagecountybiz.com by the 24th of the month prior to the next newsletter issue.business BRIEFS \\

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Grazies Italian Grill5327 US 10 EastStevens Point, WI

No Cost to attend! Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, refreshments & door prize giveaways.

Pre-registration is appreciated. Please RSVP by Friday, December 7, 2012.\\\\\

BuSINESS AFTER HouRS12.10.12 \\ 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Sarah O’ Donnell has resigned from her position as Director of Portage County Business Council Foundation. She has accepted another career opportunity. We appreciate her efforts on behalf of the Foundation & wish her well in all her future endeavors!\\\\\

BEST WISHES SARAH!

BRINGING ADVANCED METAlS MANuFACTuRING BACkTo THE u.S. — AND PoRTAGE CouNTY

According to Dave Worth, President/CEO of the Worth Company, imported goods have

long presented a challenge to American manufacturers in all industries. What varies, notes Worth, is the country producing the majority of imported goods to the U.S. “In the 60s it was Japan. Korea was strong in the 80s and 90s and China took over at the turn of the century.” That said, he notes, “China’s role seems to have run its course.” At least that’s what he’s experienced first-hand at Worth.

Worth Company, established 70 years ago as a metal fabricator for the fishing industry, has diversified its offerings. Today, Worth remains a major supplier of fishing lure components and consumer marine products, but the business has diversified to include mass production of stamped products, wire forms and split and key rings. Last year they produced approximately a billion parts on their high-speed metal manufacturing equipment.

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IGNITE NoN-PRoFIT BoARD TRAINING Thank you to those who joined Ignite Leadership Network of Portage County for the Annual Non-Profit Board Training. Over the two training sessions, over 20 participants heard from area non-profit industry experts focusing on topics such as roles and responsibilities of a non-profit board,

board ethics and governance, knowing where to get involved, non-profit finances and board and staff relationships. The second evening ended with a speed-networking session between eight Portage County non-profits seeking volunteers and participants of the training.

Ignite is available through a partnership with the Portage

County Business Council Foundation and United Way of

Portage County.

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» REGISTER» ClICk HERE For registration ForMSki’s Meat Market is excited to sponsor Women in Business on Thursday, December 13, 2012. Join us that afternoon from 11:15 am to 1:00 pm

at Memories Wedding & Banquet Hall (with Rockman’s Catering), 2811 Plover Springs Drive, Plover. Our guest speaker is Lori

Schuler, Marketing/Activity Director & Staff Trainer for the Central Wisconsin Senior Living. Come hear Lori present “Spinning in Circles”.

ITINERARY \\11:15 am \\ Registration & Networking11:30 am \\ Welcome11:45 am \\ Lunch (Consisting of Sesame Crusted

Tilapia with Ginger Butter, Rice & Orzo Pilaf, Harvest

Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette, Coffee, Water & Milk

and Delicious German Chocolate Cake for Dessert)

12:15 am \\ Guest Speaker, Lori Schuler1:00 pm \\ Door Prize Giveaways & Closing

CoST \\$22 / PCBC Member, $30 / Prospective Member

PRESENTING SPoNSoR \\

SAVE THE DATES FoR 2013 \\ March 21, 2013\\ Presented by Samuels Group | EnvironmentsJune 27, 2013September 26, 2013\\ Presented by the Arts Alliance of Portage Co.December 12, 2013

To secure a sponsorship of a 2013 Women in Business event contact Karen at 715-344-1940 or kschanoc@portagecountybiz.com. Only 2 sponsorships remaining. Call today!\\\\\

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REAlITY SHoP PRoVIDES PERSPECTIVE FoR SPASH STuDENTS

PRoMoTE YouR PRoDuCTS & SERVICES AT ANNuAl DINNER SIlENT AuCTIoNYou have a unique opportunity to promote your business at the 19th Annual Silent Auction fundraiser event. The Business Council is currently seeking products and services to be auctioned at the Annual Dinner and Silent Auction on Tuesday, January 29. Proceeds from the event benefit member programs and new PCBC initiatives.

As a Silent Auction donor, the PCBC promotes both your business & the merchandise and/or service in all printed promotional material.

Your business and donated item will also be promoted during the Annual Dinner to over 350 business people. Each donation will be recognized with a display at the Silent Auction, highlighting your business name.

Contribution ideas could be a specialty product and/or a service your business offers. Ideas might include a monthly floral delivery, one year hair care or drycleaning, oil changes, consulting services, golf lessons, artwork, jewelry, clothing or cellular phone services. Need more ideas? How about a weekend get-away package, home/office cleaning, a photography session or dining out certificates.

Be creative… Don’t miss this chance to promote your business to the business community.

For more info, or to register a Silent Auction contribution, contact Karen at 715-344-1940 or kschanoc@portagecountybiz.com.\\\\\

WoMEN IN BuSINESS luNCHEoN12.13.2012 \\ 11:15 AM - 1:00 PMMEMoRIES WEDDING & BANquET HAll

On December 4 over 150 students participated in the Partners in Education (PIE) Reality Shop at Stevens Point Area High School. The Reality Shop is a financial literacy event where students put their budgeting skills into action. Before the Reality Shop opens, students are assigned an occupation, income and benefits, marital status and family. With this information, students create a monthly budget that includes housing, child care, groceries, transportation and everything else a family needs for a month.

The Reality Shop is “staffed” by area business representatives and volunteers who “sell” their services to the students. For example, realtors sell houses, car dealers sell vehicles, and insurance agents offer insurance

coverage. After the event, students spent time reflecting on their experience to determine if any “conflicts” existed between the dream and reality.

The event was a great experience for business representatives, educators and students. The students were surprised to find out how much things cost as well as the amount of things that are required for daily living. They also found that unexpected events in life can really wreak havoc within a budget.

Thank you to the following businesses and their representatives for making the Reality Shop such a

success: Point Title, LLC, Worth Company, University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, Wisconsin Public Service, Ministry Health Care, United Way of Portage County, SCORE, Community Industries Corporation, Central City Credit Union, Community Insurance & Associates, Len Dudas Motors, River Cities Bank, Portage County UW - Extension, Kelly Services, Stevens Point Area YMCA, Ellis Stone, Sam’s Club and the Central WI Children’s Museum.

To find out more about the Reality Shop program or Partners In Education please contact Sarah O’Donnell at 715-344-1940 or at fdn@portagecountybiz.com.\\\\\

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each month the active Voice features a pcBc “Member of the Month” selected from a list of members that begins with the same letter of the alphabet. December features a business that begins with the letter “L”.member of the MoNTH \\

luMMIS lloYD & BARklEY llC3205 Post Road \\ Stevens Point, WI715-341-3170www.llb-lawoffice.comclummis@llb-lawoffice.comJoin Date \\ 07.29.2011

WHAT THEY HAVE To SAY \\Lummis, Lloyd & Barkley LLC is a full-service law firm with four attorneys and three staff members. The firm handles a full range of matters for businesses and individuals,

including family law, construction disputes, criminal defense, services to small businesses, estate planning, and probate.

The firm takes a team approach, with Chris Lummis and Peter Lloyd focusing on family

law and other civil litigation, Jarod Barkley (a former prosecutor) focusing on criminal defense, and Mike Lauterbach focusing on estate planning, probate, and small business work.

The past year has been an exciting year of growth for the firm. In March, the firm added Mike Lauterbach, who brought experience and an existing practice to the firm. The firm also added a legal assistant, and is working on expanding the office to keep up with the added personnel. Throughout the change, the firm retains its focus on core principles: service, results, and compassionate advocacy.

We have been a member of the Portage County Business Council since 2011. The Council’s help with building client relationships has helped grow our business, particularly as we have expanded over the last year. The Council has also been an important resource for clients starting a new business or expanding an existing one. The

Council has also helped us keep in touch with other area professionals who we and our clients do business with. \\\\\

GIRl SCouTS oF THE NoRTHWESTERN GREAT lAkES, INC. \\lAuRA MARTENSSchofield \\ 888-747-6945 \\ lmartens@gsnwgl.orgwww.gsnwgl.orgJoin Date \\ 10.19.2012

IHoP #3125 \\ANTHoNY MIDDlEToNPlover \\ 715-254-0955 \\ ihopmiddleton@gmail.comwww.ihop.comJoin Date \\ 12.04.12

lIoNS PRIDE ENDoWMENT FuND oFWISCoNSIN, INC. \\DENISE RoCHARosholt \\ 715-677-7000 \\ prideoffice@lionspride.orgwww.lionspride.orgJoin Date \\ 10.22.2012

oSWAlD CouNSElING ASSoCIATES, INC. \\lYNNE oSWAlDPlover \\ 715-342-0290 \\ ocainc@sbcglobal.netwww.oswaldcounselingassociates.comJoin Date \\ 11.12.2012

SEVENTH HEAVEN SAloN, llC \\lINDA BAuGHMANPlover \\ 715-343-7980 \\ seventhheavensalon1@gmail.comJoin Date \\ 11.12.2012

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NEW FoR 2013 – PCBC MEMBERSHIP WINDoW DECAlThe Portage County Business Council has a lengthy list of benefits available to members. One benefit that will take on a new look as of January 1, 2013 is the New Member Plaque.

Any business that becomes a member of the Business Council as of January 1 will receive a PCBC 2013 Membership Window Decal. For our members that have plaques, you will continue to receive your annual “year” sticker to replace the one from last year and a 2013 window decal. Like the “year” sticker, window decals will be distributed annually, when you renew your membership.

Show your customers and clients that you are a proud member of the Portage County Business Council. As a Business Council member, we encourage members to do business with each other. The Window Decal makes it easy to identify and support fellow Chamber members and for them to identify

you! This vinyl decal will adhere to glass, therefore we recommend you place it on your front door or prominent window for everyone to see. If you work from home then consider placing it in your car window.\\\\\

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WoulD BENEFIT FRoM MEMBERSHIP?CoNTACT uS!Mary Jo Monday715-344-1940 \\ mmonday@portagecountybiz.com

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ToPICTHE INDIVIDuAl HEAlTH INSuRANCE MARkET-PlACEpresented by Virginia Zezulka, Account Executive, M3 Insurance Solutions (M3)

SPoNSoR \\

You will want to attend this X-Change if you are a self-employed business owner, an HR professional with a baby-boomer workforce, nearing retirement yourself, or have responsibility for assisting parents and grandparents. Because many people are unsure of the options available when they experience a loss of group insurance coverage we will spend time reviewing the solutions and will help you find your way through this complicated maze.

At this X-Change participants will hear about these key points:> Options For The Uninsurable > Individual Health Insurance > Medicare Supplement Insurance > Short Term Insurance Solutions

ABouT ouR SPEAkER \\Ms. Virginia Zezulka is an Account Executive with M3 Insurance Solutions (M3). Virginia specializes in Individual and Medicare coverage, and her primary role is to help her clients obtain the health insurance products that meet their needs. Virginia has worked in sales for more than 15 years. Before joining M3 in 2010, Virginia worked with Physicians Plus Insurance as a Small Group and Individual Sales Representative. She is a licensed agent for health and life insurance.

> Continental Breakfast served> No cost to attend, the value of the information may be priceless!

ABouT SMAll BuSINESS X-CHANGE:A roundtable series of meetings that allows small business owners and their employees the opportunity to discuss pertinent topics, learn from local industry leaders and, most importantly, learn from each other. Small Business X-Change meets regularly throughout the year from 7:30 am - 8:30 am at the Portage County Business Council office. \\\\\

SMAll BuSINESS X-CHANGE12.12.12 \\ 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

PCBC - FouNDATIoN RooM

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The PCBC is seeking nominations for the annual Decree of Excellence Award. Presented annually to a Portage County business, selection criteria includes making a significant contribution to the county’s economic vitality and providing outstanding community service within the last year.

The Decree of Excellence Award will be presented during the Portage County Business Council’s Annual Dinner on January 29, 2013 at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Convention Center.

PAST WINNERS INCluDE \\2011 \\ Blenker Companies2010 \\ Skyward2009 \\ The Worth Company2008 \\ Anderson, O’Brien Law Firm 2007 \\ Pointe Precision, Inc.2006 \\ Team Schierl Companies

All nominations are confidentially reviewed and recipients are selected by the Portage County Business Council Executive Board. Nominations will be taken for the Decree of Excellence Award through Friday, December 28, 2012.

For questions contact Karen at 715-344-1940 or kschanoc@portagecountybiz.com.\\\\\

Virginia Zezulka

DECREE oF EXCEllENCE -AWARD NoMINATIoNS SouGHT

lEADERSHIP PoRTAGE CouNTY Leadership Portage County (LPC) participants gathered for their monthly session on November 8 at Community Industries Corporation (CIC) in Stevens Point. Participants focused on leadership applications of Valuing Diversity as a Leader with various speakers throughout the day. The session included discussion of diversity with Ron Strege, University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, Mary Patoka, CAP Services, Mae Nachman, CIC, Mark Hilliker, Community Care of Central Wisconsin, and a panel discussion with Sam Dinga, University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, Chia Moua, CAP Services, and Ahmie-Woma Farkas, Kelly Services. Participants also had an opportunity to tour CIC’s Greens & Goods and Pallet Shop locations in Plover. LPC will focus on Conflict Management and the Environment during their December session. For more information on the LPC program contact Sarah via email at fdn@portagecountybiz.com.

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2012-13 PIE INVESToRSThank you to those who are supporting Partners in Education.

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» DoNATE oNlINEPlease consider supporting the Foundation’s efforts toward strengthening the quality of life in Portage County by partnering business, education

and workforce development systems by making a donation to Partners in Education. You can give online by clicking above or contact Sarah at fdn@portagecountybiz.com or 715-344-1940 for more information.\\\\\

PoWER BREAkFAST EVENT – HElD NoVEMBER 7TH

PoRTAGE CouNTY CoNNECTS THRouGHEMAIl CAMPAIGN

An email campaign targeting over 2500 site selectors has been launched to promote economic development in Portage County. The communication features business development highlights, available properties, demographic information and a link to Portage County Connects, the website that showcases our community to those looking to locate or grow their business in Portage County. Research shows that 80% of economic developers rated internet / websites as the most effective marketing strategy for economic development.

» ClICk HERE to see a snapsHot oF tHe 1st caMpaignTo access the live links, visit www.portagecountyconnects.com. \\\\\

In an ongoing pursuit of business opportunities for our members, our POWER Breakfast was held on November 7, 2012.

Early risers came out for breakfast and the event held at the Best Western Plover Hotel & Conference Center, featuring a presentation by Jeff Martin, Regional Vice President for Ministry Health Care & President of St. Michael’s Hospital and Dr. Mark Fenlon, Regional Vice President for Ministry Medical Group. They provided our audience insights into the impact and challenges of the new health care reform laws, an overview of the local and national implications and Ministry’s plans to respond. Their presentation was entitled “Health Care Reform: Moving from Volume to Value”.

POWER Breakfast provides educational and professional development opportunities to

Business Council members and the communities of Portage County. Special thanks to our Presenting Sponsor of the November event: Applied Tech – Stevens Point.

Here is what our members thought of the event:“I found the presentation to be timely and informative;

it was great to have the opportunity to discuss these

issues while networking with individuals within the

community.”

Ahmie-Woma Farkas, District Manager-Stevens Point-Marshfield, Kelly Services

“This event was very informative. We hear so often

about what the effects of ACA (Obamacare) will be on

businesses and on individuals. It was good to hear the

perspective from the providers themselves. I gained

a better understanding of the pressures that Ministry

is facing in the near and long term as well as their

approach to handling these immense changes.”

Erik C. Carlson, Executive Vice President, Ellis Stone Construction Co.

SAVE THE DATES oF ouR 2013 EVENTS \\Tuesday, August 27, 2013Tuesday, November 19, 2013

An opportunity is available to Business Council members wishing to play a greater role in our POWER Breakfast Events.

Here’s how it works:

2013 PRESENTING lEVEl SPoNSoRSHIP \\ $250 • Recognition as the Presenting Sponsor of the Event (Only 1 Sponsor Per Event)• Display space with 8’ table at event• Company logo displayed on POWER Breakfast webpage (including a “link” to company website) – prominent location• Opportunity to introduce keynote speaker• Company name and logo on all event marketing materials including registration flyer, newsletter and event program• Recognition as the Presenting Sponsor on all emails to over 1300 member contacts• Registration list of guests• 1 complimentary ticket to event• A company reserved table for preferential seating at POWER Breakfast event

To secure your sponsorship contact Karen at 715-344-1940 or kschanoc@portagecountybiz.com. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity at an affordable cost. Act fast...only 2 sponsorships available!\\\\\

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In an effort to better serve our members, we have put together a survey regarding The Active Voice Newsletter.

Your participation in this short survey will help improve the newsletter for the upcoming year. By completing this survey, you will be entered to win a FREE half page advertisement in The Active Voice Newsletter, January 2013 edition. That is an $80 value!

Please complete this survey by December 10, 2012 to be entered in the prize drawing*.*You must fill out the entire survey to be entered into the

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IGNITE lEARNS ABouT MINISTRY DENTAl CENTER The Ignite Leadership Network young professionals got a behind the scenes look into the Ministry Dental Center at their November Backstage Pass. The Dental Center’s Executive Director, Brenda Diamond, gave a tour of the facility and shared information about their work in our community over the last ten years. Attendees enjoyed hearing stories from the staff members of the real impact the Dental Center has made, and continues to make, in our community and the population they continue to serve.

If your business would be interested in hosting Ignite for a Backstage Pass in 2013, please contact Sarah at fdn@portagecountybiz.com or 715-344-1940.\\\\\

Amanda Schindler, Point Title, llC tests out the chair during a tour of the facility.

The 2013 Business l Consumer MarketPlace extravaganza is happening March 4, 5, 6, and 7.

NEW loCATIoNMost events & activities including the Job Fair and Expo, will be held on the tennis courts

at: SentryWorld Sports Complex 601 North Michigan Ave. Stevens Point, WI. Additional event sites will be announced soon.

BuSINESS EXPo & JoB FAIR BooTH SPACELike previous years, the Business Expo is a one day event scheduled for Thursday, March 7, from Noon – 5:00pm. The 2013 Business Expo will be held on the tennis courts at SentryWorld. The floor plan accommodates ninety eight (98) 8’ x 10’ booths and six (6) 8’ x 16’ booths.

Exhibitors participating in the Business Expo are invited to participate in the Job Fair at no additional cost. The Job Fair will take place from 10:00am – Noon, just prior to the start of the Business Expo. Exhibitors interested in only the Job Fair must participate in the Business Expo as well. Hurry - don’t miss out on the early bird discount deadline that ends at 4:00pm Friday, December 14, 2012.

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INCREASE YouR BuSINESS VISIBIlITY!Be a 2013 Business l Consumer Marketplace Sponsor!

Be a 2013 Business l Consumer Marketplace Sponsor and make sure that your business stands out from the crowd. Sponsorships build your company name recognition, extend your marketing reach, and gain prominent exposure at the 2013 Business l Consumer Marketplace. Sponsor rewards may include a FREE exhibitor booth at the Job Fair and Business Expo, prominent logo placement on signage, on the PCBC website and inclusion in media announcements before and during the events, and so much more.

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THANk You To ouR SPoNSoRS \\EXPo VIP & lANYARD SPoNSoR

EXHIBIToR louNGE SPoNSoR

ACCoMMoDATIoNS SPoNSoR

SCHEDulE oF EVENTSMonday, March 4, 20135:00 pm - 6:00 pm \\ Corporate Culture Panel, Location TBA6:15 pm - 7:30 pm \\ Keynote Speaker Mr. John McHugh, VP Corporate Communications, Kwik-Trip – The Success of Kwik Trip, Location TBA

Tuesday, March 5, 20137:30 am - 9:00 am \\ AM Keynote, Mr. Bruce Moorhouse, Senior Consultant, Watsabaugh Conlow Worldwide and former 29-year Manager, Corporate Communications with 3M Corporation, Location TBA9:30 am - 3:30 pm \\ Social Media Conference Coordinated by UWSP Continuing Education and held at the Dreyfus Center on the UWSP campus

Wednesday, March 6, 20138:00 am - 12:30 pm \\ Exposition set-up, SentryWorld (pipe & drape)1:00 pm - 4:00 pm \\ Exhibitor set-up, SentryWorld4:30 pm - 5:30 pm \\ Keynote Entertainer Mr. Jon Stetson, Invest in your Intuition, SentryWorld5:30 pm - 7:00 pm \\ Schmooza Palooza, Networking & Social Event, SentryWorld

Thursday, March 7, 20138:00 am - 9:30 am \\ Exhibitor set-up, SentryWorld10:00 am - 12:00 pm \\ Job Fair, SentryWorld12:00 pm - 5:00 pm \\ Business Expo, SentryWorld

Please contact Mary Jo at 715-344-1940 for more information.\\\\\

2013 BuSINESS | CoNSuMER MARkETPlACEAMBASSADoRS SHoW THEIR SuPPoRT

Ambassadors attended the ribbon cutting ceremony on 11.08.12 for the new Windsor Center with owner, Brian Seramur located at the corner of County HH & Hoover Avenue, Plover.

In honor of Veteran’s Day, the Ambassadors took part in the Flag Dedication/open House for the River View lodge, 1800B Sherman Avenue, Stevens Point.

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December 201206 ambassador Meeting & Visits - 8:00 am, pcBc - Foundation room

12 executive committee Meeting - 7:30 am, anderson o’Brien

19 Board of Directors Meeting - 7:30 am, pcBc - Foundation room

24 pcBc office closed - christmas Holiday

25 pcBc office closed - christmas Holiday

January 201301 pcBc office closed - new years Day - public Holiday

meetings & other DATES \\

Executive BoardDavid McHone - President / President Elect, Central WI Managment Services, LLCSusan Placzek - Vice President, SentryWorld Sports CenterJeff Peterson - Past President, CliftonLarsonAllen LLP Sue Wille - Treasurer, Ligman & Wille CPA LLCSue Wilcox - Member at Large, United Way of Portage CountyDave Worth - Member at Large, The Worth CompanyLori Dehlinger, Executive Director, Portage County Business Council, Inc.

Board of DirectorsTom Altmann - Altmann Construction CompanyScot Barton - Pointe PrecisionDan Beighley - Wisconsin Public Service CorporationMargo Bronk - McCain FoodsLisa Bourget - Travel Guard, Inc.Kris Dragan - BMO Harris BankPatty Dreier - Portage County ExecutiveRick Flugaur - Past President, Anderson O’BrienScott Glinski - SkywardAndrew Halverson - Mayor, City of Stevens PointO. Phillip Idsvoog - Portage County Board ChairLonnie Krogwold - Portage County Board Finance ChairNyra Lind - Ambassador Representative, ABR Employment ServicesRichard O’Sullivan - Mid-State Technical CollegeMark Patrick - Notable Impressions Bernie Patterson - University of Wisconsin - Stevens PointAl Pennebecker - Saint Michael’s HospitalDan Schlutter - Village of PloverLisa Sobczak - ABR Employment ServicesJoAnn Vosz - Community First BankAttila Weninger - Stevens Point Area Public SchoolsWard Wolff - First Weber Group RealtorsMike Williams - Sentry InsuranceGary Wysocki - Paragon FarmsRobert Worth - Director Emeritus, The Worth Company

Board AdvisorsSara Brish - Stevens Point Area Convention & Visitors BureauDan Mahoney - Village of PloverMichael Ostrowski - City of Stevens PointSteve Smith - Mid-State Technical College

2012 pcbc / foundation board of DIRECToRS \\

PCBC / Foundation StaffLori Dehlinger - executive Director

Mary Jo Monday - Director of Member relations

Karen schanock - Director of programs & events

sarah o’Donnell - Director of Foundation

Kari thompson - Business & office operations Director

Heather Bailey - administrative / Marketing assistant

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Purchasing Portage County gift certificates continues to be a successful way to “Buy Local”.

Portage County gift certificates makes great gifts. Gift certificates can be purchased at area banks, credit unions, the Convention and Visitors Bureau or at our office. They can be used at any business with a Portage County address and are available in denominations of $5, $10, $20, $25, $50 & $100.

The PCBC would like to thank everyone who participates for helping make the program successful. We would also like to thank BMO Harris Bank for their financial support of the gift certificate program.

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