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march 2018<br />
WOMEN<br />
IN BUSINESS<br />
ANNE BUTZIER AND MORE<br />
FEDERAL TAX REFORM<br />
BANK MOGULS<br />
MIKE DONOHUE AND JOE HEARN<br />
WEIGH IN<br />
Interior Design<br />
TAKES OVER OUR AROUND THE BLOCK SECTION
2018<br />
March<br />
Table of Contents<br />
2 UPCOMING EVENTS<br />
3 Women in business<br />
11 building blocks for success<br />
13 Around the watercooler<br />
15 Ribbon Cuttings<br />
17 member news<br />
On the cover: Anne Butzier,<br />
owner of Namaste’<br />
Athleisure Wear, is one of<br />
our featured Women In<br />
2<br />
Business.<br />
Visit us online at<br />
www.dubuquechamber.com
2018<br />
March<br />
Business<br />
YP Monthly Luncheon
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business<br />
As many of you know, the month of<br />
March is dedicated to all the achievements<br />
made by women. The first women’s day took<br />
place on February 28, 1909 in New York City.<br />
From what was just one day, soon became to<br />
one week, and in 1987 it was officially declared<br />
to devote one full month for women called<br />
Women’s History Month. Because of the<br />
strides to recognize the achievements of<br />
women, they have become leaders in business<br />
and their communities. Dubuque<br />
continues to have great women leaders in<br />
the workforce. We’re happy to introduce just<br />
a few to you.
Natalie Nieman<br />
Jazzercise Dubuque<br />
2095 Kerper Boulevard<br />
Dubuque, IA 52001<br />
(Satellite location at Courtside Sports Bar & Grill,<br />
2095 Holliday Drive, Dubuque, IA 52002)<br />
How long have you been in business? I have been a co-owner with Shelly<br />
Rehfeldt for over 2 years<br />
What led you to start the business you’re in?<br />
I was a customer of Jazzercise for 2 years, then became an instructor for 13<br />
years before taking the leap to a co-owner in January 2016.<br />
What is the best part of owning your own business?<br />
The best part of owning this business is the customers! I thoroughly enjoy<br />
each and every one of them, especially knowing that they all love Jazzercise<br />
just as much as I do!<br />
What’s one leadership lesson you’ve learned in your career?<br />
The one leadership lesson that I've learned is that if you treat<br />
each customer with kindness, they will remember that. And,<br />
that kindness builds loyalty.<br />
In a male dominated workforce, how do you distinguish<br />
yourself as a woman and as a business owner?<br />
I distinguish myself as a woman and business owner<br />
by the decisions that I make. The decisions are<br />
based on how the customers will feel. Women<br />
respond to emotional support. We are FAMILY at<br />
Jazzercise and that's what sets us apart.
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Kristy Meyer<br />
Carol Ann Boutique & Body<br />
3337 Hillcrest Road Suite A<br />
Dubuque, IA 52002<br />
How long have you been in business? 2 months<br />
What led you to start the business you’re in?<br />
My sister, Lindsey Dohrer, co-owns our place. We have always wanted something of our own, to be our own boss,<br />
and to help women feel better and look better. After our mom passed away we really felt the push to do this. We<br />
named the store after her, in her honor. To continue her name sake, and to make her proud.<br />
What is the best part of owning your own business?<br />
Making our own decisions about how we want the business to go. Working for yourself is very empowering.<br />
What’s one leadership lesson you’ve learned in your career?<br />
Great customer service is KEY to success. Keeping customers happy, will keep them coming back.<br />
In a male dominated workforce, how do you distinguish yourself as a woman and as a business owner?<br />
Being genuine and real. Whenever you are yourself, people will see that and respond. Women are stronger than<br />
they are given credit for!
Robin MacFarlane<br />
That's My Dog! Inc.<br />
5110 Wolff Rd<br />
Dubuque, IA 52002<br />
How long have you been in business? 20 years<br />
What led you to start the business you’re in?<br />
I saw a need in the community. I was working as a<br />
Vet Tech and saw there was a lack of behavioral<br />
resources for dog owners to turn to in our community.<br />
That lead to a few years of doing it part time<br />
(starting in ‘94) and then deciding to go all in and<br />
open a training business in ‘98.<br />
What is the best part of owning your own<br />
business?<br />
The ability to follow your heart and gut<br />
and do what you believe is in the best<br />
interest of your clients without the<br />
need to work through red tape to<br />
gain approval of superiors.<br />
What’s one leadership lesson you’ve learned in<br />
your career?<br />
Make a decision and then go with it unabashedly<br />
while remaining flexible enough to adapt on the fly<br />
if needed. I believe adaptability is the key to thriving<br />
if one chooses the life of an entrepreneur.<br />
In a male dominated workforce, how do you<br />
distinguish yourself as a woman and as a business<br />
owner?<br />
It took me a few years to give up "trying" to<br />
compete in my arena. This is a very male<br />
dominated industry in terms of acknowledgement<br />
and financial compensation.<br />
Once I stopped worrying about competing<br />
and "proving myself" I put my head<br />
down full bore into being the very best<br />
I could be (which means continually<br />
learning and challenging myself to<br />
expand my comfort zones) everything<br />
fell into place. Business took<br />
off, my confidence to put myself<br />
out there grew and the acknowledgement<br />
followed.
Ann Butzier<br />
Namaste’ Athleisure Wear<br />
955 Washington St. #106<br />
Dubuque, IA 52001<br />
How long have you been in business?<br />
2.5 years<br />
What led you to start the business you’re in?<br />
After extensive research it was evident there was a significant<br />
athleisure trend in apparel which wasn’t being met locally and<br />
only minimally regionally. In fact, it’s really not a trend, but<br />
rather a lifestyle shift where consumers demand their clothing<br />
to be functional, comfortable and stylish, and will allow you to<br />
transition throughout your day. There are no boundaries…size<br />
or age. There’s something for everyone. When I explored<br />
location opportunities in the energetic Millwork District, I<br />
wanted to be a part of that movement and knew it was time to<br />
make it happen.<br />
What is the best part of owning your own business?<br />
There is great joy and personal satisfaction in developing your<br />
own concept into a viable business. Although we all have our<br />
own individual businesses, there is a great sense of community<br />
within the Millwork District, and we are constantly looking for<br />
ways to support each other and collectively help the entire<br />
area to grow and thrive. Additionally, being a part of the<br />
downtown community, especially the other retailers, and<br />
serving local customers and visitors to Dubuque has been<br />
extremely rewarding.<br />
What’s one leadership lesson you’ve learned in your<br />
career?<br />
My leadership style has always focused on developing<br />
those around you with the understanding we all<br />
succeed together. Regardless of position or title, we all<br />
have roles and unique gifts that need to be contributed<br />
for the entire team to ultimately succeed in our goal of<br />
providing exceptional care and service.<br />
In a male dominated workforce, how do you<br />
distinguish yourself as a woman and as a business<br />
owner?<br />
I tend to recognize an individual for their character,<br />
personal strengths and drive regardless of gender. Since I<br />
have opened my own business, I have been impressed by<br />
the many talented men and women business owners<br />
around me and believe we each have our own unique<br />
strengths and perspectives.
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Jamie Becker<br />
Dubuque Marina & Yardarm, Coconut Cove Resort and Whitetail Bluff Campground<br />
How long have you been in business? 3 Years<br />
What led you to start the business you’re in?<br />
My husband Ryan and I have been in the recreational industry both personally and professionally since<br />
we started dating 13 years ago (him since he was basically born!). During that time we became very close<br />
friends with owners of the Dubuque Marina & Yardarm, which led them to offering the sale of their<br />
business to us.<br />
What is the best part of owning your own business?<br />
I love to be creative. I am so lucky to be in a FUN industry. Every day I find myself working with our team<br />
on “What’s the next fun thing we can do?” Everything I do is based around FUN. I want to bring happiness<br />
to people’s lives and I think the businesses I am a part of do just that.<br />
What’s one leadership lesson you’ve learned in your career?<br />
I worked at the University of Dubuque for 8 years before making<br />
my way to business ownership. The biggest take-a-way from<br />
there was to appreciate your team. Get dirty with them when<br />
you need to. Learn about your team. Make bonds with<br />
them and appreciate who they are outside of work. Treat<br />
them with respect and appreciate them as often as<br />
possible. Teamwork makes the dream work.<br />
In a male dominated workforce, how do you distinguish<br />
yourself as a woman and as a business owner?<br />
I have a take-charge personality due to being let down<br />
in life personally here or there throughout my life. I<br />
cannot allow myself to be looked over, not heard or<br />
be walked on. This probably allows me to hang with<br />
“the boys” a little more than some. I also employ and<br />
do business with those who respect women. I insist<br />
women are treated as equals and I will not settle<br />
for any less.
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Amanda Waid<br />
Full Circle Massage & Health<br />
4655 Old Hwy Rd.<br />
How long have you been in business?<br />
5 1/2 years<br />
What led you to start the business you’re in?<br />
I wanted to be in the holistic health field again. I had gotten<br />
away from it for many years and wanted to get back to what<br />
I was passionate about.<br />
What is the best part of owning your own business?<br />
I love running my own business, setting my own prices,<br />
hours, etc.<br />
What’s one leadership lesson you’ve learned in your<br />
career?<br />
When you're the only one working in your business you<br />
have only yourself to rely on, so you have no choice but to<br />
take the lead.<br />
In a male dominated workforce, how do you distinguish<br />
yourself as a woman and as a business owner?<br />
Having confidence is the biggest thing.
usiness<br />
Lindsay Bauer<br />
Board & Brush Creative Studio<br />
How long have you been in business? Almost 9 months<br />
What led you to start the business you’re in?<br />
I attended a workshop myself and really enjoyed it. We had just<br />
moved back to the Midwest and I had to give up my previous<br />
job. The idea of starting my own business was intimidating,<br />
but very exciting! I opened a studio west of Madison, WI,<br />
and a year and a half later decided Dubuque would be a<br />
great place to open another.<br />
What is the best part of owning your own business?<br />
I enjoy wearing many hats and having the freedom and<br />
flexibility of making my own schedule. I love working<br />
with people and I get to do that with both my staff and<br />
customers in this business.<br />
What’s one leadership lesson you’ve<br />
learned in your career?<br />
That sometimes it's okay to delegate!<br />
Doing everything yourself isn't efficient or<br />
always the best strategy. Surround yourself<br />
with quality people that you trust<br />
and delegating becomes easier.<br />
In a male dominated workforce, how<br />
do you distinguish yourself as a woman and<br />
as a business owner?<br />
I pride myself in focusing on our customer service. Our<br />
business is built on people coming to have a great time<br />
with friends and family, all while creating something<br />
beautiful. I make it my mission to ensure they have a<br />
great time and walk away loving their project.
gerhard’s<br />
kitchen & bath store<br />
2055 Holliday Drive, Dubuque, IA 52002<br />
(563) 587-6891<br />
Who started the company?<br />
In the 1890s La Crosse, Wisconsin was a typical<br />
American river town. Wild and woolly, La Crosse was<br />
enjoying a booming prosperity; the market was<br />
growing rapidly, and businesses were thriving. In<br />
1897, three tradesmen, Reinie Wesson, Henry<br />
Poehling and Ed Roesler, pooled their resources to<br />
answer La Crosse’s need for a new wholesale<br />
plumbing supplier. They opened the doors of their<br />
new business in 1898 and La Crosse Plumbing<br />
Supply Company was born.<br />
How long have you been in business?<br />
Since 1897. We celebrated 120 years in 2017.<br />
Number of employees:<br />
Our Kitchen & Bath Division employs 117 people; 4<br />
in Dubuque and growing! If you have a background<br />
in designs, or plumbing experience and cabinetry<br />
sales, we are interested in talking to you. Apply on<br />
Gerhardsstore.com.<br />
Store Hours:<br />
Monday-Wednesday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.<br />
Thursday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.<br />
Friday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.<br />
Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.<br />
What made you choose Dubuque as the location<br />
for your business?<br />
We have had a wholesale presence here for many<br />
years and are entrenched in the community. We<br />
are a 5th generation family owned company, the<br />
great grandmother of our fifth generation hailed<br />
from Dubuque therefore the roots are deep, and<br />
we have an emotional connection to the community.<br />
What does your business do and what need<br />
does this meet in the community?<br />
We make your kitchen & bath dreams come true.<br />
We’ve been doing it for 120 years! Our job is to<br />
take the pain out of the daunting remodeling<br />
process. We are here to help!<br />
Why is it important to your company to be a<br />
Chamber member?<br />
The Chamber has been a strong advocate for the<br />
community in which we serve. We are a family<br />
run business. We share the community values<br />
and feel the chamber is an ideal resource for us.<br />
Any additional comments?<br />
Come see us, we are here to delight!
Interiors by...<br />
design<br />
4370 Dodge Street, Dubuque, IA 52003<br />
(563) 583-8222<br />
Who started the business?<br />
David Tranel<br />
How long have you been in business?<br />
24 years<br />
Number of employees:<br />
5<br />
What does your company do and what need does<br />
this meet in the community?<br />
Complete home interior design service, specializing<br />
in unique products. Amish cabinetry and furniture<br />
countertops, backsplash, flooring, Norwalk furniture,<br />
Corsicana bedding and accessories.<br />
Why is it important to your company to be Chamber<br />
members?<br />
To support the community and the Chamber<br />
supports small businesses.<br />
Hours of operation:<br />
9 am-6 pm Monday-Friday<br />
9 am-3 pm Saturday<br />
Sunday by appointment
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Mike Donohue<br />
Regional President<br />
U.S. Bank<br />
Back on January 2nd, U.S. Bank announced investments in its employees, U.S. Bank Foundatio<br />
strategic projects as a result of the tax reform package. Here are the decisions made:<br />
• A special $1,000 bonus for nearly 60,000 employees<br />
• Raising the minimum wage to $15 for all hourly employees<br />
• A one-time $150 million contribution to the U.S. Bank Foundation<br />
• Enhancements to employees’ health care offerings effective for the 2019 enroll<br />
• Additional investment in strategic capital projects centered around customer ex<br />
emphasis on digital and mobile capabilities.<br />
We believe that tax reform is a positive for the U.S. economy because it provides an immediat<br />
benefit our employees, our communities and our customers. We are proud of our people and<br />
to our customers and communities. We felt it was important to reward their hard work and d<br />
special bonus, the minimum wage increase and the health care enhancements. Our one-time<br />
the U.S. Bank Foundation reflects a long-term expansion in our ability to invest in and revitaliz<br />
for years to come. It is a privilege to make this beneficial contribution to our communities. Th<br />
investments will enhance our customers’ experiences, position the company for long term gro<br />
value for shareholders. The customer focused projects include payments technology, digital b<br />
multi-cultural initiatives, back-office automation and brand building.
ederal Tax<br />
reform<br />
The Federal Tax Reform aims to spur economic growth across the United States by adjusting tax structures for small<br />
businesses and corporations. Businesses are reinvesting in their employees and their companies. How is the Federal<br />
Tax reform effecting your business?<br />
Joe Hearn<br />
President & CEO<br />
Dupaco Credit Union<br />
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The federal tax reform did not reduce taxes paid by credit unions. This includes<br />
sales, property, employer, and state of Iowa taxes on reserves. At the same time,<br />
the comprehensive overhaul did reaffirm credit unions are fulfilling their public<br />
mandate to:<br />
1. Create a source of credit at a fair and reasonable rate of interest;<br />
2. Encourage habits of thrift among its members; and<br />
3. Provide an opportunity for its members to use and control their own money on a<br />
democratic basis in order to improve their economic and social condition.<br />
As a result, the U.S. Congress and the president-maintained credit unions' current<br />
income tax status.<br />
Because credit unions are not-for-profit financial cooperatives, we provide members<br />
higher rates on savings, lower rates on loans, and lower fees compared to<br />
other profit-driven financial institutions. Whatever money we save or give back to<br />
our members is a direct improvement in their family or business' bottom line.<br />
While the new legislation's effects are still being realized, some members have told<br />
us they've seen an increase in take-home pay.
Trendsetters Boutique<br />
Location: 3430 Dodge St, Unit 25, Dubuque<br />
Phone: (563) 581-8341<br />
Website: https://shoptrendsetters.com/<br />
Congratulations on the Ribbon Cutting for Trendsetters<br />
Boutique! Here at Trendsetters they encourage their<br />
customers to make their own fashion statements and set<br />
their own standards for fashion by incorporating Trendsetters<br />
pieces into their unique style! They offer children,<br />
women and juniors clothing at exceptional prices.<br />
Amperage Marketing & Fundraising<br />
Location: 3280 St Ann Dr.<br />
Phone: (319) 553-7321<br />
Website: www.amperagefundraising.com/<br />
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony<br />
celebrating Amperage Marketing<br />
& Fundraising. Full-service,<br />
marketing, communications and<br />
fundraising agency with expertise<br />
in manufacturing, healthcare,<br />
higher education, nonprofit and<br />
banking industries marketing,<br />
fundraising.<br />
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Natural Touch Massage<br />
Location: 3338 Center Grove Drive #210, Dubuque<br />
Phone: (563) 690-1527 ext. 2223<br />
Website: www.naturaltouchmassagedbq.com/<br />
Natural Touch Massage is located in a peaceful and comfortable atmosphere.<br />
Upon entering their building you will immediately feel relaxed and at ease. At<br />
Natural Touch Massage, they promise you will receive one of the best massages<br />
in the industry no matter what therapy you choose. Their focus is on you,<br />
your level of comfort and your needs. Erin Donovan has been a licensed<br />
massage therapist since July of 2005 and worked in different settings such as<br />
fitness, chiropractic, acupuncture, salons, and alongside other massage<br />
therapists.
Carol Ann Boutique<br />
3337 Hillcrest Rd. STE A., Dubuque<br />
(563) 585-1015<br />
www.carolannboutiqueandbody.com/<br />
Ribbon Cutting celebrating Carol<br />
Ann Boutique and Body! Carol Ann<br />
Boutique and Body is a shopping<br />
and retail boutique<br />
Mercy Home Medical Equipment<br />
First Floor, Mercy Medical Center, 250 Mercy Dr., Dubuque<br />
563-589-8118<br />
www.mercydubuque.com/home-medical-equipment<br />
Ribbon Cutting celebrating Mercy Home Medical Equipment Store. The<br />
Mercy Home Care Store provides quality equipment and professional service<br />
to satisfy your home care needs. Visit our new showroom, conveniently<br />
located on the first floor of Mercy Medical Center – Dubuque.<br />
Lice Clinics of America<br />
Location: 3345 Hillcrest Rd., Dubuque<br />
Phone: (563) 556-0755<br />
Website: www.liceclinicsdubuque.com/<br />
Congratulations on the Ribbon Cutting and Grand<br />
Opening celebrating for Lice Clinics of America. They<br />
provide effective head lice treatments, in a quality control<br />
environment, with salon-styled and family-friendly<br />
atmosphere. They get rid of lice and their eggs in one<br />
easy treatment. Their FDA-cleared AirAlle technology is<br />
recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics<br />
because it works, guaranteed. This is a franchise that<br />
started in 2014. There are currently over 300 clinics open<br />
worldwide. Almost 200 Clinics in the US.<br />
New Eagle Insurance<br />
Location: 3250 Kennedy Circle, Suite #1, Dubuque<br />
Phone: (563) 582-5834<br />
Website: http://theneweaglegroup.com/<br />
Congratulations to New Eagle Insurance on their<br />
expansion! There are many exciting developments<br />
happening at The New Eagle Group, and here are some<br />
important news with you. Loyalty from their customers<br />
has fueled their continued growth, making a move to a<br />
new facility necessary. Although they are in the same<br />
plaza, they have expanded their business to an additional<br />
unit. Their new unit is now dedicated to their insurance<br />
division. They are right beside Design Studio with the New<br />
Eagle Insurance sign on the building. Their tax, realty,<br />
property, and wealth management divisions will remain at<br />
the current location right next to the Dollar General.
member<br />
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any of the items in our news section, view our webpage at www.dubuquechamber.com/-<br />
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Mitch Bradley<br />
SVP of Sales and Marketing<br />
CARTEGRAPH DRIVES GROWTH WITH<br />
NEW SVP OF SALES AND MARKETING<br />
Cartegraph, a leader in high-performance government software and<br />
services, has announced the appointment of Mitch Bradley as the company’s<br />
senior vice president of sales and marketing. In this new role, Bradley<br />
will drive new growth and strengthen client relationships by evolving the<br />
company’s sales, marketing and partnership strategies.<br />
“Mitch has an incredible passion for serving local and state government, and<br />
we’re excited to have him join the Cartegraph team,” said Charlie Cumbaa,<br />
Cartegraph interim CEO. “His experience in driving teamwork, creating<br />
impactful strategies and fostering a positive culture of execution will greatly<br />
enhance our growth and success in empowering communities to become<br />
more effective, efficient and productive for their citizens.”<br />
Bradley brings over 20 years of government operations, sales cycle and<br />
technology implementation experience to the Cartegraph team. Before<br />
Cartegraph Bradley served as vice president of sales and business development,<br />
where he increased software bookings by 300 percent and earned a<br />
Sales Executive of the Year award.<br />
UnityPoint Health<br />
Finley Health Foundation<br />
Welcomes Grammy<br />
and CMA Award Winner<br />
Jo Dee Messina to play Gala<br />
UnityPoint Health Finley Health Foundation<br />
is pleased to announce Grammy<br />
and CMA Award Winner Jo Dee Messina<br />
will be the feature act for the annual<br />
Miracles on the Mississippi Gala. The<br />
gala is on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at the<br />
Diamond Jo Casino.<br />
Jo Dee Messina is a seasoned veteran in<br />
the music industry with nine number<br />
one hits, sixteen top 40 songs and has<br />
sold more than five million albums<br />
worldwide. Her breakout song “Heads<br />
Carolina, Tails California” made her a<br />
household name. Along with CMA,<br />
Grammy and ACM Awards, Jo Dee<br />
Messina was the first female in country<br />
music history to celebrate three consecutive<br />
multi-week, chart topping songs.<br />
The event schedule includes the Miracles<br />
on the Mississippi Gala program<br />
with hors d’oeuvres and refreshments,<br />
live auction, and Jo Dee Messina in<br />
concert. To purchase tickets, contact<br />
the Finley Health Foundation RSVP and<br />
Ticket Line at (563) 557-2700 or email<br />
finleyhealthfoundation@unitypoint.org.
Honkamp Krueger & HKP announce five new partners<br />
Honkamp Krueger & Co., P.C. (HK) and its workforce<br />
management affiliate, HK Payroll Services, Inc. (HKP),<br />
have announced the addition of five new partners to<br />
the firm effective January 1, 2018.<br />
Ryan Burbach, CPA, has been made a<br />
partner at HK. As a partner in decision<br />
support services, Ryan works with<br />
clients to develop a practical and effective<br />
business advisory model, involving<br />
data-driven decisions and the continuous<br />
improvement of business processes. Ryan earned a<br />
B.A. in accounting from Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa.<br />
Nicole Gantz, has been made a partner at HK. As the<br />
marketing partner, Nicole is responsible for<br />
the marketing strategy and implementation<br />
of innovative marketing solutions for<br />
both HK and HKP. She also provides<br />
marketing consulting to assist businesses<br />
with their own marketing strategies and<br />
initiatives. Nicole earned a B.S. in business administration<br />
with a specialty in marketing from Marquette<br />
University in Milwaukee, Wis. and an M.S. in management<br />
from Cardinal Stritch University in Milwaukee,<br />
Wis.<br />
Sue Lawler, CPA, has been made a<br />
partner at HK. As an audit partner, Sue is<br />
responsible for overseeing audit team<br />
members, planning and reviewing client<br />
attestation engagements, presenting<br />
financial statements and other reports<br />
to clients, and researching new accounting<br />
pronouncements and auditing standards. Sue<br />
earned a B.A. in accounting from the University of<br />
Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, Iowa.<br />
Stacey May, has been made a partner at HKP. As<br />
partner of the tax credit program, Stacey leads a<br />
highly-knowledgeable, customer<br />
service-focused team who actively<br />
pursues several federal and state<br />
employment tax credits for hundreds of<br />
businesses coast-to-coast. Stacey earned<br />
a B.S. in business administration with a<br />
specialty in marketing from Marquette University in<br />
Milwaukee, Wis.<br />
Stephanie Mettille, CPA, has been made a partner of<br />
HK. As a partner, Stephanie assists<br />
businesses and individuals with tax<br />
planning, tax preparation, and general<br />
business consulting. She works with<br />
clients in a wide variety of industries<br />
including construction, real estate,<br />
automobile dealerships and manufacturers<br />
and has extensive experience with multi-state<br />
businesses. Stephanie earned a B.A. in accounting<br />
from Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa.<br />
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