Avivar Capital
avivarcapital.com
City of Wisconsin Rapids
wirapids.org
Consilience LLC
consilience.net
Forward Community Investments
forwardci.org
Lampert-Lee & Associates, LLC
lampertlee.com
Lupke & Associates
lupkeassociates.com
Mid-State Technical College
mstc.edu
Network Impact
networkimpact.org
Next Street Financial LLC
nextstreet.com
North Central Wisconsin Workforce Development Board
ncwwdb.org
Scholz Nonprofit Law
scholznonprofitlaw.com
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
uwsp.edu
Announced in October 2019, the Steering Committee will guide strategy and lead the advocacy and outreach necessary to develop and realize the project. A forthcoming Resident Advisory Committee of local advisors representing multiple perspectives and experiences will work in tandem with the Steering Committee to ensure the community’s ongoing participation in Tribune’s success.
Marc Buttera
Founder & Owner, O’so Brewing Company & Point Brew Supply
Alicia Cramer
Senior Vice President, U.S. Endowment for Forestry & Communities
Kristie Rauter-Egge
Board Member, Incourage
Bernie Patterson
Bernie Patterson, Chancellor, University of Wisconsin -Stevens Point
Janet Topolsky
Executive Director, Aspen Institute Community Strategies Group
Susan Turney
CEO, Marshfield Clinic Health System
Concordia LLC.
Concordia has been our partner in the Tribune since May 2013. As a nationally renowned resident-centered design and development firm, Concordia specializes in facilitating conversations that help residents explore visions for their community’s future and, subsequently, execute projects and physical spaces that represent the vision and values of residents. Concordia partnered with Incourage to support the process that welcomed residents in south Wood County to design the future of the Tribune. Today, Concordia serves as lead architectural consultant. Concordia shares Incourage’s commitment to honor local history and culture, as well as hire local contractors and use local resources throughout the construction process.
concordia.com
Learn about the importance of integrating environmental sustainability into the Tribune as well as the positive impact it will have on our community’s future>>
QUEST Civil Engineers, LLC.
questllc.biz
IBC Engineering Services, Inc.
ibcengineering.com
Jewell Associates Engineers, Inc.
jewellassoc.com
Streich Equipment
streichequipment.com
Conservation Design Forum
cdfinc.com
Madison Environmental Group
madisonenvironmental.com
Sustainable Engineering Group, LLC.
sustaineng.com
J.H. Findorff & Son, Inc.
At the end of January 2015, Incourage invited proposals from 10 firms, each within a 200 mile radius, for Construction Management services on the Tribune. The review committee, made up of Tribune representatives and partners, sought firms which exceeded requirements detailed in the Request for Proposal (RFP); had the greatest relevant experience; displayed a unique ability to support, partner and build capacity among local subcontractors; and most closely aligned with Incourage’s values.
Ultimately, Incourage selected J.H. Findorff & Son, Inc. as the Tribune’s construction management firm. Based in Madison, Wisconsin, Findorff consistently surpasses industry recycling standards and has constructed dozens of LEED-certified facilities. They are an active member of the Wisconsin Green Building Alliance and U.S. Green Building Council on construction projects and were voted Environmentalist of the Year by Wisconsin Builder. As Incourage pursues LEED Gold certification, selecting a construction management firm with this expertise was critical. findorff.com
Contractors for Phase 1 (interior demolition and abatement) of construction included:
Altmann Construction Company, Inc., Wisconsin Rapids (Demolition)
altmannconstruction.com
Current Technologies Inc., Port Edwards (Electrical)
current-techinc.com
Kohls Plumbing & Heating Inc., Vesper (Plumbing)
Mavo Systems, Inc., Wausau (Abatement)
mavo.com
Tweet-Garot Mechanical Inc., Wisconsin Rapids (Mechanical)
tweetgarot.com
Marc Buttera, Owner, O’so Brewing Company & Point Brew Supply
While getting his degree in Mechanical Design, Marc Buttera was introduced to home brewing. He and his wife, Katina, opened Point Brew Supply in 2003, knowing that one day they would launch their own brewery. That day came in 2007, when O’so Brewing Company opened, and grew quicker than anyone could have imagined. Due to the success and rapid growth, O’so Brewing Company and Point Brew Supply had to change locations multiple times before residing in their current Plover location. In early 2013, the Wisconsin Beer Distributors Associate declared O’so Brewing Company the second-fastest growing brewery in the state. In November 2014, Marc signed on as an advisor to the Tribune. He will advise on an as-needed basis regarding the operation, construction and architectural plans of the microbrewery.
osobrewing.com
pointbrewsupply.com
Marc sees exciting potential for the Tribune’s Brewery, creating what he calls “liquid art”. He also sees residents’ passion around the Tribune and the opportunity for people to rise up and say, “We can do this.”
Amy and Ryan Scheide, Owners, Great Expectations
Amy and Ryan Scheide have enjoyed more than 40 combined years of experience in fine foods and quality customer service. Amy holds degrees in Business Administration and Finance. She took pride in serving banquet and dining customers alike at establishments in Stevens Point and Wisconsin Rapids. Ryan holds a degree in Restaurant Management, and since his teens, his passion has been providing customers with quality food and service. Ryan and Amy remain busy managing Great Expectations, their catering service and full-service restaurant. In November 2014, Amy and Ryan signed on as advisors to the Tribune. They will advise on an as-needed basis regarding the operation, construction and architectural plans of the cafe/brewpub and culinary kitchen.
Amy dishes on the Tribune’s culinary kitchen and cafe/brewpub in this Are You In? update.
Hear from residents who believe in the Tribune Building Project & have pledged their support. Join them!
As a successful business owner and community volunteer, Diana Buss is working to make positive change for – and with – others. Read More >
Through participation in the Tribune meetings, Dr. Missy Skurzewski-Servant has witnessed the power of collaboration among community members to develop an idea into reality. Read More >
"To make positive improvements in your community you can’t sit on the sidelines; you need to be an active participant," shared Joe & Guadalupe Ancel. Read More >
“When I was invited to participate with Incourage’s Business Education Alliance several years ago, that really inspired me to try to do more,” Richard recalled. Read More >
“There is the old saying ‘it takes a village’. If everyone would become engaged in something they may be passionate about or interested in, they would see the potential and the growth,” Tammy & Sarah Salewski share. Read More >
Joel Kuehnhold has learned how to engage people in developing a sense of pride, ownership, and resilience while making major change in our community. Read More >
As a 30-year resident of the Wisconsin Rapids area, one of Kim Kosik's greatest hopes for our community is for vibrancy to return to the downtown. Read More >
Living in Milwaukee didn't stop Mee Yang from attending Tribune meetings. Read More >
Through his engagement in the Tribune, Ben Joosten realized the deep connection that can be made when multiple generations work together. Read More >
Steve and Jeanne Grant connected with other people with similar interests through the Tribune Building Project. Read More >
Kent & Karen Kehus jumped at the chance to be a part of the Tribune Building Project... Read More >
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