QUAD-CITY TIMES • QCTIMES.COM
SUNDAY, MAY 11, 2014 • A13
Achievements
Mel Foster Co. Announces
Sales Production Levels
APAC Customer Services, Inc.
Announces Promotions
Mel Foster Co. is pleased to announce the following
agents and their sales achievements. Geri Doyle of our I-74
office has reached the 7 Million dollar sales level. Geri is
licensed in IA. Brad Boeye of our Kimberly Rd. office has
reached the 6 Million dollar sales level. Brad is licensed in
IA & IL. Brad Gibson of our Bettendorf office has reached
the 4 Million dollar sales level. Brad is licensed in IA & IL
Dave Maubach of our Bettendorf office, Rick Schwanz of
our I-74 office and Dan Schneckloth of our Eldridge office
have reached the 3 Million dollar sales level. Both Dave
and Rick are licensed in IA & IL. Dan is licensed in IA.
Marty Eilers of our Bettendorf office has reached the
2 Million dollar sales level. Marty is licensed in IA & IL.
Diana Franks of our Geneseo office and Sherry Frankville
of our Moline office have both reached the 1 Million dollar
sales level. Both Diana and Sherry are licensed in IL & IA.
APAC Customer Services, Inc. is
pleased to announce that Site Director,
Scott Bonetti has been promoted to Sr.
Site Director and will manage two sites:
Davenport, IA and St. Joseph, MO. This
promotion is a result of Scott’s proven
ability to drive results and inspire people.
Since assuming the Site Director role in
Davenport in 2011, the site has doubled in
size and currently supports six programs. Scott Bonetti
Based on outstanding client satisfaction,
commitment to strategic initiatives and
dedication to APAC’s core values, Davenport was recognized
as the APAC Site of the Year in 2012 and 2013.
APAC is also proud to recognize the following individuals
who were recently promoted from Customer Service
Representatives to Team Leaders: Brittany Bringolf,
John Brown, Ashley Callow, Aryal Constantino, Cheryl
Cox, Christian File, Josh Hayes, Jessica Hill, Veronica
Johnson, Lakisya Jones, Andy King, Jason Morales, Diana
Navalany, Mickenzie Powers, Chelsea Shelangouski,
Amanda Stohl and Megan Yoke.
Additionally, APAC extends a warm welcome to Team
Leaders Brian Byington, Craig Pekios, Aleesa Schrank
and Karyn Walters who recently joined the Davenport site.
About APAC Customer Services, Inc.
APAC Customer Services, Inc. is a global leader of
Customer Care business process outsourcing (BPO) services
and solutions including sales, customer care, technical
support, and back-office services. APAC Customer Services’
clients include some of the most recognized brands in the
world across all major market verticals. APAC operates via
a world-class technology and operational delivery platform
that spans North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa and
Asia. APAC provides end-to-end, multi-channel customer
lifecycle support across the world. APAC Customer Services,
Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. For more information,
visit APAC’s website at www.apaccustomerservices.com.
Geri Doyle
Dave Maubach
Brad Boeye
Rick Schwanz
Brad Gibson
Dan Schneckloth
Modern Woodmen announces staff
changes to MWA Financial Services
Inc.
Marty Eilers
Diana Franks
Sherry Frankville
Palmer Chiropractic Clinics
introduce three new doctors of
chiropractic
Three doctors of chiropractic have joined the Palmer
Chiropractic Clinics as faculty clinicians: Katherine Clark,
D.C.; Barbara Mansholt, D.C., M.S.; and Troy Stark, D.C.
The Palmer Clinics will host a reception open to the public
to introduce the new clinicians on Thursday, May 15, from
4 to 6 p.m. in the Palmer Academic Health Center, lobby
conference room, 1000 Brady St., Davenport.
Dr. Katherine Clark graduated from Palmer College of
Chiropractic in 2010 and has been in private practice for four
years. She has extensive experience working with children,
pregnant women, athletes, older adults and everyone in
between. Her interests include health and wellness as well
as working with and learning from special needs children.
Chiropractic techniques she uses include Palmer Package
techniques and Activator Methods.
Dr. Barbara Mansholt earned her Doctor of Chiropractic
degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1995 and
an M.S. in Clinical Research from Palmer College in 2013.
She was in private practice for 12 years and a member of
Palmer’s Technique Department faculty for 10 years. She
is interested in promoting healthy lifestyles including diet
and exercise, healthy aging and women’s health. She also
is an expert in delivering current treatments supported by
evidence-informed and patient-centered clinical practice.
Dr. Troy Stark graduated from Palmer College of
Chiropractic in 2010 and was in private practice for four
years. He also worked for two years in clinical assessment at
Palmer. Dr. Stark is focused on improving wellness through
chiropractic care and nutrition. Chiropractic techniques
he uses include Palmer Package techniques, Gonstead,
Thompson, Flexion-Distraction and Activator Methods.
Dr. Clark
Dr. Mansholt
Pamela S. Fritz, Knoxville, has been named manager,
compliance and securities account services, at MWA
Financial Services Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of
Modern Woodmen of America. Fritz has been employed
with the organization since February 2001 and has served as
compliance supervisor for the past 13 years.
Fritz earned an associate degree from Southern Illinois
University, Carbondale. She has obtained the Series 6, 7,
24, 53, 63 and 65 securities licenses through the Financial
Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). Fritz holds the
following designations: Associate, Insurance Regulatory
Compliance; Fellow, Financial Services Institute; Fraternal
Insurance Counsellor; and Life Underwriter Training Council
Fellow.
Amanda M. Gibb, Davenport, has been named supervisor
at MWA Financial Services Inc. Gibb has been employed
with Modern Woodmen for eight years and has served as a
compliance auditor since 2007.
Gibb earned a bachelor’s degree in communications
studies with a minor in sociology from the University
of Iowa. She has earned the Series 7, 24, 66, 9 and 10
security licenses through the Financial Industry Regulatory
Authority (FINRA). She holds the Life, Accident and Health
and Variable Contracts license in Iowa and also holds the
following designations: Fellow, Financial Services Institute
(FFSI) and Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC).
Clint J. Pogemiller, Bettendorf, has been named senior
manager of marketing and administration at MWA Financial
Services Inc. Clint began his career in November 2001. He
has served as marketing supervisor since October 2004.
Pogemiller earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing from
Drake University. He also received a master of business
administration from the University of Iowa. Pogemiller
has earned the Series 6, 7, 24, 63, 65 and 66 security
licenses through the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
(FINRA). He holds the Life, Accident and Health license in
Illinois and Iowa and also holds the following designations:
Financial Services Institute (FFSI) and Certified Financial
Planner (CFP).
Founded in 1883, Modern Woodmen of America touches
lives and secures futures. The fraternal financial services
organization offers financial services and fraternal member
benefits to individuals and families throughout the United
States
MidAmerica Basement Systems
Receives High Honor From The
Better Business Bureau
MidAmerica Basement Systems is honored to announce
that they have been awarded the Business of Integrity
Award from The Better Business Bureau of the Quad Cities.
The award is given to marketplace role models who uphold
trust, reliability and ethics and exemplify integrity as the
foundation of their business model. MidAmerica Basement
Systems was one of six Quad City area businesses to receive
the honor at a reception held at Jumer’s Casino & Hotel on
April 10, 2014.
MidAmerica Basement Systems, headquartered in
Davenport, Iowa, was founded in 1990 and specializes in
transforming basements for comfort, safety and functionality.
“It is fair to say that we have a passion and are on a quest to
provide the best customer service possible.” says President
Howard Tatge. “Our goal at MidAmerica Basement Systems
is not just to provide good, honest service, but to set and
keep improving the standard for customer service and
integrity.”
MidAmerica Basement Systems serves over 60 counties in
eastern Iowa, western Illinois and southwestern Wisconsin.
To learn more about MidAmerica Basement Systems please
visit www.midamericabasementsystems.com
Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors Announces
Sales Production Achievements
Caroline Ruhl, President of Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors, is
pleased to announce that Kurt Johnson of the Bettendorf
Office has achieved Double Diamond Club; Ray McDevitt,
Marna Nowack and Sharon Tahere of the Bettendorf
Office, Janet Munck of the Clinton Office and Scott
Egger, Jon Loquist and Chris Taylor of the Moline
Office have achieved Gold Club; Jane Bauman, Gretchen
Cordt, Nancy McElhiney and Jeff Wehr of the Bettendorf
Office, Lesa Buck of the Davenport Office and George
Granberg of the Muscatine Office have achieved Silver
Club; Peg Hopkins, Craig Newcomb and
Tammy Williams of the Bettendorf Office,
Shueree Boley, Tom Bracey, Dan Dolan
of the Davenport Office, Jane Mason of
the DeWitt Office, Barb Cartwright, Tina
DeMay and Claudia Sage of the Moline
Office and Suzi Webb of the Muscatine
Office have achieved Bronze Club.
For
more
information,
visit
RuhlHomes.com.
Kurt Johnson
Ray McDevitt
Marna Nowack
Sharon Tahere
Janet Munck
Scott Egger
Jon Loquist
Chris Taylor
Jane Bauman
Gretchen Cordt
Nancy McElhiney
Jeff Wehr
Lesa Buck
George Granberg
Peg Hopkins
Craig Newcomb
Tammy Williams
Shueree Boley
Tom Bracey
Dan Dolan
Jane Mason
Barb Cartwright
Tina DeMay
Claudia Sage
Suzi Webb
Dr. Stark
Bosso Electric LTD has joined the
Tri-City Electric Co. Team
Tri-City Electric Co. is pleased to announce that as of
May 12, 2014, Bosso Electric LTD and their employees have
joined the Tri-City Electric Co. team lead by Doug Palmer.
Bosso Electric LTD has served the Quad Cities community
for over 29 years and this will allow their team to better
serve and offer their existing customers a broader spectrum
of products and services.
Tri-City Electric Co. was founded in 1895 as an electrical
contractor and supplier. Today, Tri-City Electric Co. is a
nationally-ranked top 100 electrical contractor and has
established itself as one of the Midwest’s premiere specialty
contractors providing design/build, electrical construction,
residential services, renewable energy, power testing
solutions, engineering and integration, structured cabling,
security and access control systems, telephone and voice
mail systems, audio/visual, residential and commercial
generators and 24-hour emergency services. Please visit our
website at www.tricityelectric.com for more details.
Guyette Retires From Per Mar
Security Services
Dean Guyette of Per Mar Security
Services retired on April 30, 2014, after
34 years of service to the company.
Guyette began his career with Per Mar
in 1979 as the Accounting Manager and
served in a number of capacities over the
years, including Vice President of Physical
Security, Vice President of Administration,
Chief Financial Officer and most recently,
Executive Vice President and Chief Dean Guyette
Operating Officer. He has been a friend
and mentor to many and will be missed.
His co -workers wish him many years of good health in
retirement. He and his wife, Deb, reside in Davenport.
Established in 1953, Per Mar Security Services is a familyowned, full service security company that provides customdesigned security solutions for a wide range of clients.
The company’s home office is in Davenport, Iowa, with 20
branch offices located throughout Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin,
Indiana, Nebraska and Minnesota, employing more than
2500 people.
Pamela Fritz
Amanda Gibb
Clint Pogemiller
Midwest Cardiovascular Research
Foundation Announces Student
Award Winners
Midwest Cardiovascular Research Foundation, Davenport,
announces the 2014 recipients of the Jesse Stoakes Student
Research Program award for its 4-week summer session
beginning in May with generous funding from the Midwest
Cardiovascular Research Foundation in addition to the
Harold R. Bechtel Charitable Trust, The Moline Foundation’s
Quad Cities Diabetes Fund and the Genesis Research
Promotion Fund Committee.
Catherine Dinklenburg is in the process of completing
her junior year at Augustana College majoring in premedicine and biology with a minor in biochemistry.
Catherine is planning on continuing her education and is
aspiring to become a physician.
Thomas Harris is a graduate of Augustana College,
where he graduated summa cum laude with a B.A. in
biology along with minors in chemistry and biochemistry.
Thomas plans to pursue a career in medicine.
Ashley Madison is in the process of completing her
sophomore year at the University of Iowa pursing a degree
in biomedical engineering. Ashley plans to pursue a medical
degree.
The Stoakes Student Research Program was established
in 2006 in memory of Jesse Stoakes, son of Penny and
David Stoakes, Bettendorf, who had an avid interest in
cardiovascular medicine. He died at the age of 16 of injuries
suffered in an automobile accident.
Midwest Cardiovascular Research Foundation was
established in 2002 by Nicolas W. Shammas, MD, MS, as a
501(c)(3) non-profit, tax exempt scientific and educational
foundation dedicated to heart health, education and
awareness through quality research and professional and
community education programs and projects..
Bush Construction Congratulates
Amy Simler on Promotion to
Administrative Services Manager
Catherine
Dinklenburg
Thomas Harris
Ashley Madison
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Bush Construction, Davenport, Iowa,
congratulates Administrative Services
Coordinator Amy Simler on her promotion
to Administrative Services Manager. Simler
is highly regarded at Bush Construction
for her positive attitude, strong teambuilding skills, and superior ability to
multi-task.
In her new role, Simler will manage
Bush Construction’s Project Coordinators
Amy Simler
and oversee their training and the
scheduling/leveling of their workloads.
She will also coordinate administrative operational
improvements, provide team-building experiences, and
develop internal recognition programs. Simler will continue
to research training opportunities for administrative staff
and collaborate with others on software needs, training and
implementation. Plus, she will develop marketing initiatives
and explore community involvement opportunities.
Simler attended Pensacola Christian College. Before
coming to Bush Construction, she was a regional office
point person for Proliance, a construction software program,
a project coordinator trainer, as well as a marketing
coordinator.
An affiliate of the McCarthy-Bush Corporation, Bush
Construction is a design/builder, general contractor
and professional manager of construction services. The
Bush Construction team has worked on a wide range of
commercial, industrial, government and educational projects
in the Quad-Cities and throughout the Midwest. For more
information, visit BushConstruct.com.