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DirectoryCLASS OF2021Kailee BerryChestnut Consultingkailee.berry@chestnutconsulting.com(715) 257-0066I graduated from UW-Eau Claire in 2017 with a bachelors degree in psychology. After five yearswith Best Buy, I began working in IT as the operations manager at Chestnut Consulting.I’m invested in building confidence and excitement around what technology can do for ourcommunity. I am looking forward to finding avenues particularly to engage in mental healthreform, developing our youth, and promoting a healthy economy.Jacob BrownCURT Groupjacob.brown@curtgroup.com(817) 395-2057Jacob recently relocated to Eau Claire to become the Senior Manager of Customer Experienceat CURT Group after having served in sales and operations management roles for CURT inTexas over the last four years. He is responsible for leading day-to-day commercial operationsand managing both the Customer Service & Order Management teams. Jacob is an Air Forceveteran, an alumnus of Texas Tech University and is a proud supporter of USA Wrestling.He has been a member of the Specialty Equipment Market Association’s Young ExecutivesNetwork for six years and is passionate about the automotive industry being model for otherindustries to emulate in regards to social responsibility.Brandi BrzezinskiMarshfield Clinic Health Systembrzezinski.brandi@marshfieldclinic.org(715) 456-8545Hello my name is Brandi Brzezinski. I have am married to my wonderful husband Mitch andhave two beautiful children! I have been with Marshfield Clinic Health System for now 11 years.I started my career with MCHS as a medical assistant and have continued my education andexperience and am now an operations manager of multiple surgical departments. I am involvedwith Real Life Academy, attend Business After Hours, and assist with blood drives! I lookforward to meeting everyone and continuing great experiences through LEC!
DirectoryCLASS OF2021Rebecca ColemanEau Claire Area Economic Development Corporationbecca.coleman@eauclaire-wi.com(715) 497-6059Becca Coleman is the project & marketing manager for the Eau Claire Area EconomicDevelopment Corporation. She’s been with the EDC since 2019 and is in charge of marketing,entrepreneurial events and community & investor relations. Prior to working at the EDC sheserved as project manager for an international sourcing business as well as a co-owner of asmall chain of retail stores. Becca holds a BS degree in both public administration and politicalscience from UW-La Crosse. She also is accredited with NASBITE as a Certified GlobalBusiness Professional.Andrew DanielsMiron 920) 585-6266As vice president of business development for Miron Construction’s Eau Claire office, Andrewis responsible for the development, growth, and advancement of sales in the area along withthe care of existing client relationships. Andrew provides strategic guidance to the businessdevelopment efforts while drawing on his 12 years of experience in the construction industry.Andrew received a bachelor’s degree from University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point in businessadministration and economics. He lives with his wife and three children in Eau Claire, andenjoys participating in sports and anything outdoors to keep the family active.Julie DekanXcel Energyjulie.a.dekan@xcelenergy.com(715) 456-8845As a supervisor in the Billing Services and Operation department at Xcel Energy, I amresponsible for managing the daily work load to ensure my employees have direction andsupport to complete tasks in efficient manner. I am responsible for daily communications,engagement, quality assurance, providing feedback, coaching and ensuring completion ofescalated requests from other departments. Team work and building relationships with peersand other departments is also an integral part of my job. In May 2020, I graduated from theUniversity of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with a bachelor’s degree in organizational communication.
DirectoryCLASS OF2021Chad EllingsonMarket & Johnson, Inc.cellingson@market-johnson.com(715) 896-2246Chad Ellingson is the chief financial cfficer for Market & Johnson and serves as thesecretary/treasurer of its board of directors. He has nine years of experience in theconstruction industry. Chad received both master’s and bachelor’s degrees in accounting fromUW-Whitewater and is a certified public accountant. He is a member of the YoungProfessionals of the Chippewa Valley.Tyler FadnessCity of Eau Clairetyler.fadness@eauclairewi.gov(715) 379-2388Tyler graduated from College of St. Scholastica, where he earned a Master of Science inteaching. He also graduated from the University of Minnesota-Duluth with a Bachelor ofScience in biology and minor in chemistry. Tyler is currently a utilities chemist for the City ofEau Claire where he oversees utilities laboratories, manages industrial pretreatment programsthroughout the city as well as the land application program for 9 million gallons of biosolidsannually. He is also involved with many different divisional functions that focus onenvironmental conservation. His community involvement involves being on Group HealthCooperative’s board of directors, volunteering at various non-profits, and plays baseball for theEau Claire Bears.Nicholas FoilesXcel Energynicholas.a.foiles@xcelenergy.com(715) 737-4155As a customer advocate analyst, Nicholas resolves high level customer complaints receivedfrom regulatory commissions, officers, management and escalated calls, in addition toanalyzing complaint trends and root causes, and working to reduce complaints and improveprocesses. Nicholas earned an Associate of Arts and Science degree from the University ofWisconsin – Barron County, and a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University ofWisconsin – Stout. He contributes to the United Way each year through numerous eventssponsored by Xcel Energy, volunteers at various local non-profits, and as a handyman heenjoys helping out family, friends and neighbors.
DirectoryCLASS OF2021Pang GarciaChippewa Valley Technical Collegepgarcia2@cvtc.edu(715) 252-2368Pang Garcia has lived in Eau Claire for the past 17 years and is going on her 12th year workingat Chippewa Valley Technical College. She’s held a variety of positions at CVTC , howeverhas spent the past four years focusing on guiding prospective and new students through theenrollment process specifically focusing on financial aid and financial wellness. In 2018, CVTClaunched its financial literacy program called Money Matters, which was recognized with the2018 Governor’s Literacy Award.Josh GardowRhom Constructionjgardow@rhomconstruction.com(715) 226-1847I am an estimator/project manager for Rhom Construction. I am responsible for estimating theproject and putting together budgets for owners. Once it becomes a job, I manage the projectfrom start through completion as well as maintain customer relations during the estimatingprocess and through the project and even after the project is completed. I graduated fromDunwoody College of Technology with a degree in architectural drafting and estimating. I ama member of Young Professionals and also a volunteer buddy for The Miracle League of theChippewa Valley.Tom HalloinLandmark Companytomhalloin@gmail.com(715) 225-7560Tom Halloin is an operations analyst for Landmark Company, where he provides support intasks related to accounting, budgeting, and technology management. He received his master’sdegree in data science from the University of St. Thomas, his bachelor’s degree in economicsand history from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and a postgraduate certificate forcompleting Springboard’s Data Science Career Track boot camp. Tom has spent timevolunteering for AmeriCorps as a middle school mathematics tutor and is a member of theYoung Professionals of the Chippewa Valley.
DirectoryCLASS OF2021Kayla HassemerPrevea Healthhasse04@yahoo.com(715) 456-6261I currently am a manager of regional operations at Prevea Health which includes overseeingsix primary care clinics. I have worked in health care for over 10 years which include hospital,clinic, assisted living, and nursing home settings. I am currently working on obtaining mybachelor’s degree in business administration from Lakeland University. I have an associate’sdegree from Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College in Medical Administration and am also amember of Young Professionals.Kenneth JohnsonPrevea Healthkmjmph@gmail.com(920) 360-9878I attended undergraduate in Baton Rouge at LSU, followed by medical school in New Orleans.I went to Chicago for residency and then took a job in a major trauma center. While doing that,I finished a Masters of Public Health in healthcare administration. I moved to Milwaukee to takea position as the associate medical director of the emergency department, followed by a moveto Green Bay to be the medical director at St. Vincent Hospital emergency department which Idid for 15 years. Next, I took a position as the chief medical officer for four HSHS hospitals innortheastern Wisconsin. After a couple of years I decided I wanted to work more closely to withthe physicians and relocated to Eau Claire for my current job, along with my wife, and our twoBoston Terriers. My wife and I have two daughters together. My hobbies include photography,downhill skiing, scuba diving, underwater photography, cooking and music.Max KaiserBanbury Place, Inc.max@banbury.com(715) 577-6022Max Kaiser is a property manager for Banbury Place and Cigan Properties. He is responsiblefor the daily operations of the facilities including handling tenant relations, managing financials,coordinating maintenance work, marketing and showing vacant spaces. He is also a licensedreal estate agent, affiliated with Donnellan Real Estate. A graduate of the University ofWisconsin - La Crosse, Max received a bachelor’s degree in Business Management. He is anactive member of the Young Professionals of the Chippewa Valley Board and the Boys andGirls Club Advisory Council.
DirectoryCLASS OF2021Tesha KnudtsonAssociated BankTesha.Knudtson@associatedbank.com(715) 579-3313As an AVP bank manager and brand ambassador for Associated Bank, Tesha is skilled inbuilding and maintaining strong rapport with consumer and business clients to encourage longterm business. Tesha maintains customer relationships through creative problem solving andexemplary customer service. She has skills in financial management, audit compliance, andcoaching her team and peers alike. Tesha is on the board of directors for Fierce Freedom andholds a supervisory management certificate from UWEC Continuing Education.Hailey KrajewskiBoys & Girls Club of the Greater Chippewa Valleyhkrajewski@cvclubs.org(715) 226-0032I have a passion for non-profit work. After graduating from UWEC with a bachelors degree inorganizational communications and a minor in psychology, I began my career with theAlzheimer’s Association as a development specialist focusing on special events andfundraising. For the last three years I have enjoyed working for the Boys & Girls Clubs of theGreater Chippewa Valley. I am the director of resource development and my focus is primarilyon helping our clubs raise funds and awareness to continue our mission to inspire andenable all youth, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive,responsible and caring citizens. This includes major gift fundraising, special events, marketingand community outreach.Judy KruseMarshield Clinic Health Systemkruse.judy@marshfieldclinic.org(715) 225-2626I am the business health solutions manager for Marshfield Clinic Health System. I oversee thesolutions sales team as we assist commercial partners in the communities we serve with theirhealthcare needs. As a member of the leadership, I assist with the development andimplementation of new products and services. In addition, I assist with the strategic direction ofthe organization as we move into the future look of healthcare. I am a graduate of theUniversity of Wisconsin - Stout in business administration with a dual minor in chemistry andbiology. I have enjoyed working in many areas of health which has also included animal health.
DirectoryCLASS OF2021Jon LepschWEAU TV 13jon.lepsch@weau.com(715) 456-5654I spent my early years in La Crosse on the Mississippi River and participated in sports at AquinasHigh School. I started college at UW-L and then transferred to UW-EC in 1995. After moving toEau Claire, I worked at Garfield’s Restaurant and Pub while attending school. After UW-EC, Idecided to help out a friend who had leased a golf course/restaurant/pub for what I thought wouldbe a year. I managed that for nearly 10 years before switching gears and trying my hand atmanufacturing. I started in the batching department at Silver Spring Foods, then became aproduction supervisor for three years. In February 2020, I started working as an accountexecutive for WEAU 13 News here in Eau Claire.Ryan LudyPrevail Bankrludy@prevail.bank(715) 641-0678I have been married to my wife Beth for 15 years, and have three beautiful children; Joseph 13,Lily 11, and Reagan 8. I have an associates degree as a paramedic. I worked in the medical fieldfor eight years starting as a first responder and working up to a critical care paramedic, beforegoing into sales and eventually the finance world. I am currently an ambassador for the Eau ClaireChamber, a member of the young professionals of the Chippewa Valley, a “big” for BigBrothers and Big Sisters, and on the advisory board for the area Boys and Girls Club.Jeff MartyRoyal Credit Unionjeff.marty@rcu.org(715) 829-1438Originally from Iowa, I moved to Eau Claire with my family when I was five years old and havecalled it home ever since! I got married in 2008 and have two wonderful kids, Jack and Ava. Igraduated from Memorial High School in 2003 and after working retail for a couple years, I beganworking for Royal Credit Union as a part-time teller. I am continuing my education at Indiana StateUniversity & will graduate very soon with my bachelors in business administration. I havevolunteered for a variety of organizations in the community including BBBS (bowling events), FeedMy People, Community Table, the Humane Association, community beautification, and through theCommunity Give Back Day with Royal, many others. Eau Claire has been a wonderful communityin which to live, work, and raise my family and I am excited to dive in further through LEC!
DirectoryCLASS OF2021Evan MiddlesworthPablo Center and the ConfluenceEvan@pablocenter.org(206) 276-1915Evan Middlesworth started playing music at the age of five and his passion for the arts has carriedhim down many different paths within the industry. While attending Purdue University he startedwhat would become Pine Hollow Audio, a recording studio now located just south of Eau Claire inthe beautiful township of Brunswick. Pine Hollow has worked with local artists, almost exclusively,since Evan and his wife Laura moved here from Seattle 11 years ago. Pivoting away from recordingfor a couple years, Evan toured the world with indie-rock band The National as part of their audiocrew. Seeking to help artists with their music career he also founded Driftless Artist Managementwhich represents LASKA, Humbird & Michael Perry and The Long Beds. The newest developmentto Evan’s career is becoming the director of artistic programming at Pablo Center atthe Confluence.Chrystal MillsEau Claire Area Chamber of Commercemills@eauclairechamber.org(715) 338-6610Chrystal Mills is the communications & operations director for the Eau Claire Area Chamberof Commerce. She coordinates marketing and communications to Chamber members and thecommunity as well as helps organize several of the Chamber’s programs and events. Chrystalreceived associate degrees in marketing, retailing and fashion merchandising from WesternTechnical College. She is a member of 100 Women Who Care and has served on the board forFamily Resource Center. She has also volunteered for Bob’s House For Dogs and was a bigsister with Big Brothers Big Sisters.Sarah NorthGroup Health Cooperativesnorth@group-health.com(715) 225-9639Sarah is the COO at Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire. Her oversight of theCooperative’s operational departments and community involvement are key roles. She has anvaried background in the health care and insurance including social work, provider relations,government programs, and administration. Sarah looks forward to becoming more involved withthe Eau Claire community as she enjoyed active participation in the Chippewa Falls Chamberprior to her move to this area. Sarah is a fellow of the Academy of Healthcare Managementwith degrees in social work and administration from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire andMadison respectively.
DirectoryCLASS OF2021Travis PaullinWIN Technologytravis.paullin@wintechnology.com(715) 579-0801I have 18 years of experience working in IT. Currently, I am a service delivery lead with WINTechnology, working in our managed services division. In this role, I oversee daily operations,and a team of IT professionals delivering services across multiple industries, frommanufacturing to healthcare.Stephanie PohnlCURT Groupstephaniepohnl@gmail.com(218) 639-0301Stephanie Pohnl has over 10 years of marketing experience in the automotive, foodserviceand tourism industries. She is a marketing coordinator at CURT Group, supporting productlaunches, tradeshows, advertising and customer programs. Her favorite brand she was able towork on is SKIPPY Peanut Butter. She earned her master’s degree in business administrationfrom the University of St. Thomas in Minneapolis. She currently serves on the EC Chamber’sgovernment affairs committee. When not working, she spends time with her two young childrenand husband or can be found reading a book.Kayla RoseGroup Health Cooperative of Eau Clairekrose@group-health.com(715) 225-9363Kayla graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with a degree in kinesiology. Sheis the health promotion manager at Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire and has adriving passion to help members in our community improve their health and wellbeing. Sheworks with area employers to build and facilitate worksite wellness programs and leads a teamof health promotion coaches to help individuals along their wellbeing journey. She seeksvolunteer opportunities in our community that empower the youth and help keep the agingpopulation socially connected. Despite her passion for helping people feel healthy, her family isher greatest value. She lives in Eau Claire with her husband and two young sons. You will oftenfind her biking around town with her boys in pursuit of a park or place to go on an adventure.
DirectoryCLASS OF2021Lindsey SabelkoWipfli, LLPlsabelko@wipfli.com(715) 577-5285Lindsey Sabelko is a senior manger at Wipfli LLP. She has experience working with a varietyof clients in the financial service industry. Her primary focus is the tax area, but also lends hertalents to internal audits and call report review and preparation. This diversity allows Lindsey toanalyze clients’ needs by developing an understanding of their situations and tailoring her levelof assistance to fit those needs. Lindsey received her bachelor’s degree in accounting fromthe University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire. She is a licensed certified public accountant. Lindseyalso serves as current president for Chippewa Valley Bankers Association.Andrew SalvaterraChippewa Valley Technical Collegeasalvaterra@cvtc.edu(715) 641-1184Andrew Salvaterra is the marketing and promotion specialist at Chippewa Valley TechnicalCollege. He is entering his second year at the college and is responsible for internal projectmanagement, external traditional media relations, social media oversight, copywriting, andanything else that comes his way. Andrew received bachelor’s degrees in both electronic mediaand theatre from Wartburg Colleg
holds a supervisory management certificate from UWEC Continuing Education. Jeff Marty Royal Credit Un
