New Members
TBF welcomes Kate Wesselink. Kate is a Regional Account Manager for payroll provider, TruPay Corporation. She is responsible for client oversight for payroll, tax filings and human resource services. She will be part of the Communications Committee, and her networking and volunteering will be a huge asset for us. We thank Barb Poppy for referring her to TBF.

We are pleased to have Valerie Laufenberg join us. She is an Accountant for Smith & Gestland. She specializes in working with construction and multi-state entities. Valerie will be able to contribute her time and talents to this organization and looks forward to networking with other professional women. She will be part of the Membership Committee. Martha Sullivan and Bette Anderson referred Valerie to TBF.

Welcome Natalia Goomey to TBF. Natalia is a Call Center Supervisor for Physicians Plus Insurance. She coaches and mentors call center representatives to improve quality and productivity. She also helps the director with projects. She has a strong service background and a commitment to help others. As a single mother, she understands the obstacles women face when working to advance on a career path and would like to help others overcome their obstacles. She will be part of the Mentoring Committee. Thanks to Kathryne McGowan for referring Natalia to us.

Annette Gackstatter is a new member of TBF. Ann is the Director of Data Management & Solutions at Physicians Plus Insurance. She is responsible for the development and maintenance of technical systems in support of the business. She will be able to contribute to TBF because she has a unique perspective as a female IT professional and will be able to offer insights into technology. She looks forward to growing professionally in this male-dominated field. The Scholarship Committee is where Annette has been assigned. We appreciate Kathryne McGowan's referring another of her colleagues to TBF.

TBF welcomes Nicole Cummings. Nicole is a massage therapist and has her own business, Nicole Cummings Massage Therapy LLC. By using acupuncture and Chinese medical massage, she helps employees reduce stress and pain. She hopes to contribute to TBF by supporting the health of members, contributing a lot of energy and taking part in networking opportunities with other professional women. Nicole will be the liaison between the Fund Development and ATHENA Committees. Jodi Barnhardt referred Nicole to our organization.

We are pleased to welcome Nan Pum to TBF. Nan is a Professional Development Manager at M3 (Mortenson, Matzelle and Meldrum). Nan leads the development and training effort for M3's staff and managers. She is looking forward to contributing her relationships she has with area schools and colleges as she used to be a teacher. The Scholarship Committee welcomes her. Nan was referred by Amy Olson.

Carole Trone joins TBF as a new member. Carole is the President of The Wisconsin Center for Academically Talented Youth. This statewide, non-profit educational organization provides programs and services for more than 2,200 youth each year. She looks forward to contributing to TBF by bringing a broader perspective on educational challenges and priorities to TBF. Carole is part of the Communications Committee, and was referred by Jan Gietzel.

Welcome Andrea Kivolowitz to TBF. Andrea is an owner of Innersparks, LLC, a business and life coaching company dedicated to the health and wellbeing by supporting professional and personal growth development. She feels that her expertise is in life balance, stress relief and business development can help TBF members and the whole organization. She would like to meet connections to help her business. Andrea is part of the Fund Development Committee. Thanks to Pat Barone for referring Andrea to TBF.

Member News
Amy Kennedy, who recenty joined TBF, is expecting a baby in the spring.

Sarah Oehrlein announced at the November TBF meeting that she is engaged. They haven't set a date, but surely will invite all of us to the festivities!

Lisa Young hosted Dr. Barbara Steinberg for an all-day seminar offerred through the Dane County Dental Society. The seminar was titled "Treating the Female Patient: Medical and Dental Considerations."