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Tech Shop

What Defines Roger:

I’m a people person and I want to help people navigate through the confusing world of technology. I strive for understanding when I educate people and try really hard not to talk over people’s head – which is real easy to do when it comes to technical topics.

What do I do?

With the many ways technology solves problems, I evaluate a situation and narrow down solutions specific to the needs of the person I’m working with. For instance, a customer of mine with Parkinson’s disease has different requirements from his technology than our carpet cleaner or hair stylist.

I performed on the Fox 6 Summerfest Stage when I was in High School.

Meet Amanda:

Amanda was raised in the Fox Valley area and received her bachelor’s degree in education from Wisconsin Lutheran College. After graduation, she spent a few years of living in Indiana while her husband completed his PhD at Purdue University. Amanda has resided in Milwaukee for the last 5 years. Over this time she has enjoyed being a tourist in the town and taking advantage of all that Milwaukee has to offer. She and her husband have a 4 year old boy and a 1 year old girl.

Amanda recently completed her master’s degree in Instructional Technology. In addition to working in the technology field, Amanda has previously taught every grade from kindergarten to grade twelve in a variety of settings, from rural to suburban to urban. She also taught English Language Learners. She has been employed with Tech Lab since 2013 and has helped the company add new clients and grow internally. No matter what setting Amanda is in she is driven by a strong work ethic, a desire to help people and give back, and a loyalty to family and friends.

For more information visit Tech Lab website.

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3 Key Points:

* Have your website hosted locally

* Do not click on that link in emails you do not recognize

* Consulting is key

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My conversation with Meg Daly is genuinely inspiring. After listening, I’m sure you will be encouraged as well as getting your MOJO back.

Meet Meg Daly and get your MOJO

How do you move from “wanting” to “being?”

For me, the journey from one state to the other is the essence of truly living. I know exactly what it’s like to wrestle with the often confusing process of “becoming.” Finding my own story amidst what I thought I “should” do or “should” be were often the predominant roadblocks in my life.  Embracing my own “story” has led me to being of service to others who feel trapped in everyone else’s agenda and blocked from breaking free into their own life story.

Professionally I’ve enjoyed 20 years of corporate leadership experience where I honed the skill of tapping into the strengths and energy of others to support them in reaching the next level of performance. I’m passionate about helping people harness their unique gifts in order to effectively create happier lives with their work teams…and home teams as well! By cultivating true self-acceptance and self-possession, my clients are able to shift powerfully from “I want_______” all the way over to “I am experiencing_______.”

I am a writer, teacher, and guide for individuals and companies desiring an energy boost out of pushing/pulling/striving and into thriving. My work is based on the simple process of turning down the negative volume in our minds and tuning into our imagination and numerous gifts. When we begin to feel the way we want to feel on a consistent basis, we find the work we are here to do occurs naturally and with ease.

5 Key Points:

* Tell the truth to yourself

* Tune into what is that you desire

* Tap into the power of your imagination

* Create the space needed in your life

* Connect with others, ask for support

 

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Meet Host and Founder Rob Kochanski un-edited unscripted

Rob was going to interview Jackson Bubolz when Rob asked Jackson “what do you want to discuss in his episode?” he flips the script and says its time for the listeners to learn more about the host of Local First Podcast.

The rest is history. We spend the next hour drinking beer and discussing everything from having a Vision, having Pasion, and asking the right questions.

Are you a small business owner, entrepreneur? Do you want to share your inspiring story? Yes, then I’ll bring the world to you. Go to ScheduleMyPodcast.com

3 Key Points:

* I will prove you wrong

* The better questions you ask the better answers you get

* Sharing my vision just not what I’m doing today

 

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Meet Dr. Lees

Dr. Lees received her Doctor of Psychology degree with honors from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 1990.  Prior to opening Lees Psychological Services in 1998, she developed and directed several hospital-based as well as independent clinic-based, eating disorder programs for anorexia and bulimia.

A licensed psychologist and one of the only Certified Eating Disorder Specialists (CEDS) in the area, Dr. Lees was recognized in 2001 by her peers as a leading expert in eating disorders in Milwaukee Magazine’s “A Guide to Top Psychotherapists.”

Dr. Lees has expertise treating binge eating disorder, emotional overeating, obesity and the psychological aspects of weight-related medical problems such as heart disease, high cholesterol and diabetes.  She has over 25 years of experience treating anxiety, panic, post-traumatic stress disorder and depression as these conditions often underlie and/or occur along with eating, weight and medical problems.

In 2012, Dr. Lees received a post-doctoral Master’s degree in Clinical Psychopharmacology which provides her with advanced knowledge in the uses and effects of psychiatric medications.

In 2013, she received certification in the practice of Integrated Care which focuses on collaborating with medical professionals to treat the mental health issues in people dealing with medical conditions.  Treating and helping people manage the lifestyle factors that contribute to medical conditions promotes improved functioning and quality of life, which in turn decreases the disease process and medical complications.  Integrated care prioritizes treating the whole person and recognizes that untreated problems like anxiety and depression can strongly contribute to medical problems and a person’s ability to adhere to treatment recommendations, medication regimens, healthy eating, physical activity and lifestyle balance.

Dr. Lees has been a member of the Wisconsin Psychological Association (WPA) since 2002. She was elected President of the WPA Board of Directors for 2018 and has been the Chair of the Continuing Education Committee since 2017. She was elected to the WPA Board of Directors in 2015 where she served on the Continuing Education and Membership Committees. In 2016, she served as the Vice President and the Chair of Professional Activities and participated on the Licensure Workgroup that rewrote the Wisconsin psychology license statute. From 2009-2014 she was a member of the WPA Advocacy Cabinet where she worked on determining the need for state certification of outpatient clinics, evaluating continuing education requirements for psychologists in Wisconsin and promoting the authority of properly trained and educated psychologists to obtain privileges to prescribe psychiatric medications. Dr. Lees is also a member of the Academy for Eating Disorders, the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals, the National Register for Health Service Psychologists and she actively supports the National Eating Disorders Association and Mental Fitness, Inc.

“I love the challenge of a complicated case and that’s what has always attracted me so strongly to treating eating disorders and medical conditions like heart disease.  There are usually multiple levels of issues that require change – from nutrition, to mood, to coping skills, to lifestyle, etc.  I consider myself extremely honored that patients trust me to help them make the changes that make a difference in their happiness and quality of life.  There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing a person experience recovery after witnessing all the effort it took to get there.”

 

3 Key Points:

* Giving others tools to help themselves

* Dieting is the gateway to an eating disorder

* Live in the present

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Meet Ron,

I can’t remember when I didn’t carry a camera. I’ve been inspired by images and art my entire life. My Uncle Ray got me interested in photography when I was about ten or twelve years old and continued to water that seed. Photography was a hobby of his and he enjoyed sharing it with me.  He set me up with a makeshift dark room in my parent’s basement and taught me how to process and print in black & white. Thanks to him, I have been creating images ever since.

During high school, I realized I wanted to pursue photography for a living.  After graduation, I joined the U.S. Navy, serving as a Naval Photographer for five years. I traveled the world via an aircraft carrier and photographed everywhere we went – from land, sea and air! 

After completing my service in the Navy, I finished my photography degree and opened my original studio in San Diego. I moved back to Milwaukee in 1994 to be closer to family and friends.  I feel incredibly fortunate that I get to follow my passion – photographing people.

I have served as President of the South Eastern Professional Photographers Association and am a Member of the Wisconsin Professional Photographers Association.  Currently, I am working on my Master Photographer’s Degree.

3 Key Points:

* Eat the Frog

* Capture Spectacular Moments

* Do the work

How to get in touch with Ron

Web Site Wimmer Photography

Phone 414-258-2700

 

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Meet Nancy,

This quote comes from my daughter, Wendy, who has observed me all her life:

“You have always been a great listener and question asker, and people have always opened up to you, your whole life.”

Her quote surprised me but I do agree with her:  I enjoy meeting new folks to listen.  Everyone has their own unique story.  Giving others the opportunity to share their story relaxes them and me as well.  (It also means that I do not have to do the talking as I can be somewhat shy in new circumstances.)

My friends, Dick and Barbara, also agree.  I interviewed them with pre-selected questions for their legacy video which allowed them to relax during the time we video recorded their legacy.

The success of their legacy videos has given me the desire to birth LEGACY MOMENTS LAST FOREVER to help others record their legacy stories for their families.  Family members really do want to know what it was like “way back when…” but can only take a peek IF those stories are recorded.

My name is Nancy Olsen.  My goal is simple, to help you record YOUR legacy!

Legacy moments WILL last forever. But only IF they are recorded!

3 Key Points:

* Sharing your voice and your smiles

* Start recording now

* Legacy moments will last forever

How to have your moments recorded

Legacy Moments Last Forever

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 414-255-7542

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Meet L. J. Hyland

Mixed experience: Marketing and advertising, sales for a LED lighting company, and financings.

Works with companies of all sizes both locally and around the nation. 

Personal

Ran track in college (sprinter). 4 time All-American. Still into fitness today. Primarily Crossfit and Olympic weightlifting

Recently became a “world traveler” by visiting Paris.

Passion for helping people through education. I love giving webinars and presentations.

3 Key Points:

* Loves helping people

* Advantage+ lends businesses $2,000 to $200,000 for new and used equipment

* Lends businesses $5,000 to $50,000 for working capital.

 

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Let’s meet Paul Grekowicz,

Born and raised in Michigan, south of Detroit…cue Journey music 😊

Attended the University of Michigan and earned an engineering degree

First professional role revolved around maintenance and inspection of nuclear power plants

Received my MBA part-time in the evening while working full time in a sales role

Got certified in Six Sigma

GE moved me to the Milwaukee area 15 years ago, and I’ve lived in the same house in Brookfield since

Worked as a pricing manager at Miller Brewing Company

Led continuous improvement efforts at Cooper Power Systems and then moved into product management, a practice which is incredibly challenging, poorly understood, and a ton of fun regardless

Came back to GE to lead marketing efforts for bedside patient monitors, learning more about cardiology than I ever planned to and in the process helped save my grandfather’s life after a minor heart attack went otherwise undetected

Most recent role before starting my own business was on the executive team of a local industrial manufacturer, where I had the opportunity to build a product management organization from scratch and re-tool a marketing team to drive improved results.

During extensive corporate travel, I always learned 10 phrases in the local language anywhere I went. One of them was “Another beer please” which necessitated also knowing “Where is the bathroom?”

Now operating my own business, I enjoy the opportunity to work with small businesses to help them grow by acquiring new customers.

Though I didn’t start playing until I was 21, I am a huge hockey fan and intend to play for many years to come (some of the guys I’ve played with have been in their late 60s, so I have a good number to beat)

I’ve coached soccer for the last 5 years with my kids and loved (almost) every minute of it.

I’ve been married to my wife Megan for 19 years (as of June 26, 2018) and we have two great kids together.

My approach/philosophy — Patience…it’s better to win in the long run. At the same time, always operate with a bias for action!

 

5 Key Points:

* Never, ever assume that people know enough about your business

* Don’t treat marketing as an expense

* The landscape offers some very cost-effective ways to market your business

* Know your customer better than they know themselves

* Have fun with your marketing

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Meet Jackson

There are massive changes happening in the insurance world… but nobody knows it yet. Jackson Bubolz is the owner or Elevated Insurance. An independent insurance agency in Waukesha, WI serving the community with home, auto, life, and business coverage. He has discovered that most people aren’t excited about their insurance, but see it as a necessary evil. Between community involvement, donations, and connecting people to ways to reach their goals, Elevated Insurance is helping people Insure Differently by delivering services beyond coverage. Elevated Insurance clients feel proud of the insurance they have… that’s a real change.

Jackson is married and a father of 4 small children. He reads vivaciously, loves the Packers, and can be found at a theater release weekend of any Star Wars film.

 

 

Connect with Jackson

Website https://www.elevatedins.com/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ElevatedInsurance/

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackson-bubolz/

3 Key Points:

* Jackson is Elevating Insurance

* Educating Others

* Serving Others

 

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The link for Man & Woman of the Year is: http://www.mwoy.org/wisconsin

The link to register as a volunteer or to ride the 25 mile bike ride is: http://events.lls.org/pages/wi/2018ScenicShore150/

Matt King – he was diagnosed in 2010 at 4 years old with Leukemia.  He was selected as the honored hero shortly after his diagnosis for the Scenic shore 150 bike ride and has been a force at the ride every year.  Last year, in 2017, he became our youngest rider to complete the route at the age of 12.  This year, his little sister is taking up the challenge.  In 2017, Matt raised $1,225 for the ride!

Roger Nelson: He has ridden every year of our ride (this will be year 26) since our very first one in support of friends. He will complete the ride this year and turn 91 the following week.  His wife Barbara rode until she was 81 and only stopped when her vision made riding hazardous.  They are a staple every year!

 

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