Tim Lisowe is a Business Development Executive at M3 Insurance and a firm believer that his roots on a dairy farm outside Chilton, Wisconsin taught him more about work ethic, problem-solving, and showing up for others than any classroom ever could.
He earned his Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management from Western Governors University and has built a career grounded in those same values. Before joining M3, Tim served as Vice President of Human Resources at a logistics company, where he led a team of 13 and supported approximately 500 employees across 15 locations in five states. During his tenure, he played a key role in helping the organization manage an impressive 275 percent growth in headcount.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Tim helped co-found a nonprofit in 2015 that has raised more than $1.4 million to support local communities. He also holds both SHRM-CP and PHR certifications.
M3 Insurance is now a platinum sponsor of GBIG and Tim is excited to be able to share his deep expertise in workers’ compensation, captive insurance programs, risk strategy, and employee benefits with GBIG members. His focus on building meaningful relationships, helping organizations navigate risk, and taking a long-term approach to growth aligns well with GBIG’s purpose. Like the farmers who shaped his early years, Tim believes in planting seeds, tending relationships, and playing the long game.
He is always looking to connect with businesses and leaders across the community and would welcome the opportunity to start a conversation. His email is tim.lisowe@m3ins.com and his cell phone number is 920-251-3226.
May 27, 2026 – Madison, WI: The Wisconsin Paper Council (WPC) is proud to announce the recipients of its ‘Women in Forest Products Scholarships” for 2026. This marks the third year of WPC’s scholarship program and the organization’s continued commitment to supporting women pursuing careers in the forest products industry.
WPC’s Women in Forest Products Scholarship Fund provides financial support to female graduating seniors in Wisconsin who are pursuing a career in the forest products industry or a related field, as well as develops women currently in the forest products field as future leaders.
“The strength of our industry depends on the people coming into it and those choosing to grow within it,” said Kelly Guay, Plant Manager from Ahlstrom. “These recipients reflect both. Each brings a different perspective and path forward, which is exactly what our industry needs.”
This year, three scholarships were awarded to individuals representing different stages of their education and careers, reflecting the program’s goal of supporting both emerging talent and those already working within the industry. The scholarship awardees are as follows:
Emily Demchik, a lead Product Scientist at Kimberly-Clark, was awarded a leadership scholarship to support her continued education through the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Emily has developed strong expertise in tissue engineering and product development and is pursuing further education in process control to support her growth into future leadership roles within the industry.
Elisabeth Van Schyndel, a graduating high school senior, was awarded a scholarship as she prepares to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison to study environmental science. Elizabeth has demonstrated strong academic engagement, leadership, and a clear passion for sustainable forest management and environmental stewardship.
Pa Yeng Yang, an Electrical Engineer at Ahlstrom Thilmany Mill, was also awarded a leadership scholarship to support her pursuit of an Advanced PLC programming certificate at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College. Her continued focus on advancing her technical capabilities reflects her commitment to strengthening automation and control systems within mill operations.
The Wisconsin Paper Council will formally recognize this year’s scholarship recipients at its Annual Meeting at Lambeau Field in June, where award checks will be presented. The ceremony offers a chance to highlight their accomplishments and connect their success to the broader future of the industry.
“These scholarships are about removing barriers and helping women take the next step in their careers,” said Eden Lorbiecki, Communications and Planning Specialist at Wisconsin Paper Council.
The Women in Forest Products Scholarship Fund provides financial support to women in Wisconsin who are pursuing careers in the forest products industry or related fields, while also encouraging leadership development within the existing workforce.
The Wisconsin Paper Council founded the scholarship in coordination with Ahlstrom, a fiber-based specialty materials company with operations in Wisconsin. Ahlstrom provided the initial $20k seed funding to launch the program.
Now in its third year, the scholarship continues to grow both in reach and impact, reinforcing the importance of building a strong, skilled, and diverse workforce across Wisconsin’s forest products industry. The scholarship fund is housed with the Women’s Fund for Fox Valley Region, Inc., which continues to serve as a key partner in administering and supporting the program.
About The Wisconsin Paper Council The Wisconsin Paper Council (WPC) is the premier trade association advocating for Wisconsin’s paper, pulp, and forestry industries before state and federal policymakers. WPC also works to educate the public on the importance of the forest products industry to the state’s economy and communities.
About Ahlstrom Ahlstrom is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials, serving a range of markets including filtration, food packaging, and healthcare.
About The Women’s Fund for the Fox Valley Region, Inc. The Women’s Fund focuses on creating and expanding economic opportunities for women and girls through education, leadership, and community investment.
For more information about the Women in Forest Products Scholarship, please contact Eden Lorbiecki, Wisconsin Paper Council at Lorbiecki@wipaper.org or call 608-467-6025.
KAUKAUNA, Wis. — Accurate Machine Co., Inc. is moving forward with a 1,740 square foot PEMB addition at its facility located at 1901 Hyland Avenue in Kaukauna. The project will remove the existing end wall and extend the building 29 feet, creating additional space to support the company’s operational growth and equipment needs.
The project is being delivered through a design-build partnership with Keller, Inc., an award-winning, 100% employee-owned design-build contractor headquartered in Kaukauna.
Accurate Machine selected Keller based on the companies’ long-standing relationship, trust, and Keller’s reputation for thorough planning and high-quality project delivery. Unique to this project, Keller is also currently completing an addition for Accurate Machine, and the positive experience led the customer to sign a second contract for this separate project to run in tandem.
Designed to meet Accurate Machine’s production requirements, the addition will provide the necessary room to bring in more machines and improve workflow efficiency throughout the facility. This investment positions the company for continued longterm stability while enhancing its ability to serve customers.
Construction is expected to begin in Spring 2026, with completion anticipated in Summer 2026.
Formalizing decades of expertise to deliver scalable, high-performance manufacturing solutions for OEM partners
May 26, 2026 – (APPLETON, WI) – CMD Corporation, a global leader in converting solutions, today announced the formal launch of CMD Manufacturing Solutions, a dedicated offering focused on contract manufacturing, precision assembly, and fabrication services for complex equipment.
For decades, CMD has built, assembled, and supported sophisticated machinery for customers around the world. Along the way, the company has also successfully executed contract manufacturing projects—leveraging its deep expertise, skilled workforce, and advanced manufacturing infrastructure. CMD Manufacturing Solutions formalizes and expands these capabilities into a focused, strategic offering.
“CMD Manufacturing Solutions represents the next evolution of what we’ve already been doing for years,” said Hans Bachmeier, President of CMD Corporation. “We are taking proven experience and bringing it to market with greater clarity and intent. This allows us to better serve our customers, diversify our business, and strengthen our position for the future.” CMD Manufacturing Solutions is purpose-built to support OEMs and industrial partners in need of a trusted, experienced manufacturing partner for complex equipment builds. Capabilities include:
Mechanical and electrical assembly capabilities supporting full machine builds and complex systems, including electrical panel assembly, machine wiring and harnessing, and UL/ETL-certified assemblies
Precision fabrication and certified welding to support complex equipment, structural components, and scalable production
Advanced machining capabilities delivering high-precision, repeatable components for complex systems
Finishing, inspection, and quality processes ensuring every product is complete, verified, and production-ready
Engineering, design, and support expertise focused on performance, scalability, and long-term reliability
Integrated supply chain and procurement support
Backed by decades of real-world machinery experience, CMD brings a unique advantage to contract manufacturing—an understanding of how machines perform in operation, not just how they are built.
“Customers today are looking for more than a vendor—they need a partner who understands their equipment, their processes, and their performance goals,” Hans added. “They want someone who can step in with real-world experience, anticipate challenges, and deliver solutions that perform beyond the build. CMD Manufacturing Solutions brings that level of partnership—combining deep machinery expertise with a hands-on approach to help our customers operate more efficiently, scale with confidence, and achieve long-term success.”
CMD Manufacturing Solutions will operate out of CMD’s existing manufacturing facility in Appleton, Wisconsin—leveraging the same skilled workforce, infrastructure, and operational excellence that have defined the company for more than 45 years. This expansion does not shift our focus; we will continue to design and deliver the high quality converting machinery our customers rely on. These customers remain a top priority, and this initiative is intended to strengthen our overall business while enhancing our ability to support them for the long term.
This initiative aligns with CMD’s broader mission of Making it Better Together, reinforcing its commitment to collaboration, innovation, and long-term customer success.
For more information about CMD Manufacturing Solutions, visit www.cmd-mfg.com.
ABOUT CMD
CMD is a capital equipment manufacturer in the film converting and alternative energy markets. Built on a culture of integrity, we innovate unmatched profitable solutions for our customers and provide life-long service and support to the markets we serve. CMD designs and manufactures high-performance equipment for the plastic converting industry, including pouch packaging converting systems and patented, high-speed rotary bag and film converting lines. Custom engineering, process validation and machine optimization services are part of a consultative approach to customer care. Remote service technology and advanced data analytics for preventive maintenance and proactive production efficiency are advanced services that set CMD apart from other OEMs. The company serves a global marketplace through a network of sales and service associates worldwide. Equipment is manufactured to exacting standards at USA facilities. More information is available at www.cmd-corp.com and www.cmdenergy.com
We thank the Wisconsin Institute for Sustainable Technologies at UW-Stevens Point for celebrating the grand opening of its expanded, ISO 17025-accredited Composability Testing Laboratory. The event began on Wednesday, May 20, at the Waste Education Center, 1940 Maria Drive, Stevens Point. WIST is a multidisciplinary research and laboratory hub. It partners with businesses to develop sustainable bio-based products, optimize packaging, and boost Wisconsin’s forestry and paper industry. Go to: UWSP.WIST for more information.
We want to thank Governor Evers, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation, The City of Stevens Point and Interim Chancellor Pratima Gandhi and Staff Representatives. We recognize the importance of Education, and its impact on the citizens & industry in the State of Wisconsin!
The U.S.–China summit is not about a reset. It is about whether the world’s two largest economies can make a fragile relationship more manageable. Leader-level engagement of this kind has been rare—the last U.S. presidential visit to China was in 2017—and since then the relationship has been marked by on-and-off confrontation, decoupling pressure and the pursuit of economic leverage.
As trade flows have declined and supply chains have shifted, both sides have become more willing to test each other’s vulnerabilities. But the links remain large enough that unmanaged escalation would still matter for growth, inflation, supply chains and markets.
Stevens Point, Wisconsin is home to the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point. The Paper-Science and Engineering program nurtures students’ interest in math, chemistry, physics, and engineering. The program prepares them for engineering careers in Wisconsin’s most sustainable industry, the Paper and Packaging Industries.
The Stevens Point metropolitian Statistical area has approximately 72,000 residents. The City of Stevens Point population is 25, 600.
Stevens Point is home to several companies in the 5P and converting industries.
Ahlstrom
DigiCOPY
JHL Digital Direct
Mativ
Ox Industries
Sheridan – Worzalla
Spectra Print
Recent changes include Ahlstrom’s acquisition of Pixelle Specialty Solutions’ paper mill and distribution center, and Sheridan Industries’ purchase of Worzalla.
Introducing EHSTracks® Safety: A Smarter Way to Run Routine Inspections
We’re excited to announce that the EHSTracks® Safety Module is now live! The most powerful way to run routine safety inspections with interactive, real-time mapping, mobile data capture, and seamless cloud sync to your desktop dashboard, giving both field and office teams immediate visibility into what’s happening on the ground.
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The EHSTracks® Safety Module is designed to support regularly scheduled safety inspections with our patented, interactive, map-based guidance, helping organizations maintain consistency, locate and document hazards and deficiencies by exact position, identify risks early, and ensure findings are addressed without delay.
Interactive, Always-Current Mapping
Bring inspections to life with interactive, up-to-date mapping:
Ensure inspectors reach every required inspection point, no locations missed
Pin hazards, observations, and inspection findings directly to mapped locations
Visualize safety trends for individual facilities and across multiple sites
This mapping-driven approach turns inspection data into actionable insight.
Mobile Inspections on Android & iOS
Inspection teams will be able to work wherever safety happens:
Perform inspections directly from Android and iOS devices
Capture photos, notes, and observations in real time
Access the latest maps and inspection data in the field
No paper. No re-entry. No scanning in inspections. No tracking down missing inspections. Just accurate, real-time reporting.
Desktop Dashboard & Email Alerts
For managers and administrators, the Safety Module includes a desktop dashboard that provides:
Clear visibility into inspection status and findings
Centralized tracking of hazards and corrective actions/repairs.
Automated email alerts ensure the right people are notified when inspections are completed, issues are identified, or follow-up is required, keeping safety top of mind without manual oversight.
A True “All in One Game Changer”!
Manage RCRA, LDAR, SPCC, Stormwater, and Safety inspections in one unified platform purpose built for any regulated environment. With EHSTracks®, your team gains true mobile inspection power in the field, backed by centralized documentation, complete inspection history, and audit-ready reports available from anywhere.
Get Started from Any Device
Download the EHSTracks® Safety app on your mobile device and create your account directly from the field, so your team can start running smarter, map-guided safety inspections anywhere work happens.
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EHSTracks® is transforming how organizations achieve environmental compliance through a fully integrated, cloud-based inspection and management platform. Leveraging our patented GPS mapping technology, EHSTracks® guides users through every corner of a facility to efficiently conduct SPCC, SWPPP, LDAR, RCRA, Safety and other regulatory inspections — all within a single, intuitive system.
Designed for real-world operations, EHSTracks® streamlines data collection, inspection tracking, and reporting into one seamless workflow. Whether managing stormwater or hazardous waste, our platform simplifies complex environmental programs, improves accuracy, and ensures documentation is always audit-ready.
With cloud synchronization and mobile accessibility, inspectors can capture data in the field and instantly update compliance records across teams. Real-time dashboards and automated alerts keep users informed of upcoming deadlines, corrective actions, and compliance trends — eliminating the need for spreadsheets and outdated databases.
As regulatory requirements evolve, EHSTracks® continues to lead innovation with intelligent tools that connect field activities, data management, and regulatory reporting. The result is a comprehensive environmental compliance solution built to save time, reduce risk, and empower organizations to meet their environmental responsibilities confidently and efficiently.
Baum Machine has welcomed its latest CNC machine to their expanding line-up of machine tools. The Mazak Integrex E-650 H Long Bed lathe with 5th-Axis milling will bring enhanced capabilities for manufacturing complex parts and performing repairs.
“This machine is going to allow us to handle larger complicated parts,” says Rodger Baum, owner of Baum Machine. “Additionally, the 5th-Axis capability will take time off of other machines for secondary operations, increasing productivity and producing parts faster and more efficiently.”
The 2004 Mazak Integrex E-650 H has a bed length of 240” with centers of approximately 234” and a maximum swing of 36”. The spindle bore is 10” and has milling speeds up to 10,000 RPM. It features hydraulic steady rests, Mazatrol 640M PRO-CNC control with RPG, through spindle coolant, and a 120-position automatic tool changer.
Established in 1989, Baum Machine is one of Northeast Wisconsin’s premiere machining job shops, occupying over 70,000 square feet of manufacturing space. Employing an experienced and dedicated staff of 80, they offer prototype and quantity production runs for a wide range of machined and fabricated components, offer turnkey capabilities, in-house engineering, CNC milling and turning, dynamic balancing, welding and fabrication, machine design and upgrades. Baum Machine is your partner in manufacturing solutions.
For additional information, contact: Alex Jerabek | alex@baummachine.com | (920) 738-6613
Parsippany, NJ – X May 2026 – Sun Chemical will launch SunGameTM, a product line specifically for the fast-growing trading card and gaming industry, consisting of high-quality inks, durable coatings, advanced brand protection solutions and innovative smart packaging concepts. The range supports high-speed, vibrant color and high-quality output while meeting stringent toy safety requirements.
The range enables exceptional visual appeal, smooth application and consistent color reproduction in high-speed production environments. It also offers fast setting with minimal misting to reduce ink overspray and deliver sharper images. Its low-VOC formulations reduce adverse environmental impact, while its full compliance with strict industry toy safety standards ensures suitability for products intended for children and collectors alike.
Kim Barham, Business Development Executive, Sun Chemical, comments: “The trading card and board game market continues to grow, which is driven by collector culture and rising consumer popularity. This ink was purpose-built for the industry, where speed, vibrancy and durability are non-negotiable. Thanks to its rapid color development, quick setting and minimal misting, the range is optimized for high-speed print runs that demand precision. Whether running perfecting or straight presses, the ink adapts to existing workflows and delivers result that collectors and gamers will love.”
To learn more about Sun Chemical’s SunGameTM solution, visit: SunGame
About Sun Chemical
Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $7 billion and 21,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.
Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn, or Instagram.
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