Tom Groenfeldt

Artful endeavor

On a typical weekend about 30 to 50 cars fill the parking...

Balanced borrowing

Mike Vogel has a pretty clear view on whether commercial lending is...

Taking care of business

New overtime regulations from the U.S. Department of Labor that take effect...

INSIGHT ON: Banking – Partnering for power

In November, Baylake Bank, headquartered in Sturgeon Bay, announced it would buy...

UP FRONT: Cultural shift to ‘new urbanism’

Wisconsin’s aging city centers face some common problems — it’s easier and...

INSIGHT ON: Commercial Lending – Proactive approach

Some business owners are getting a shock when it is time to...

Final Frame – Breaking the ice

The Wilfred Sykes, a 671-foot Great Lakes bulk freighter, cruises through Lily...

INSIGHT ON: Personal Financial Planning – Rest assured

Financial planners are not miracle workers. For a 62-year-old client who wants...

INSIGHT ON: Business Services – Health care conundrum

The Affordable Care Act, often known simply as ObamaCare, will have little...

INSIGHT ON: Banking & Credit Unions – Smart saving

Community First Credit Union in Appleton figures it has saved members $17...