Our Staff

	Julie Buntrock Finance Manager Julie comes to us from a financial position at the College of the Menominee Nation. She received her BA in accounting from Lakeland College and her AD in banking and finance from ... More about Julie Buntrock Julie Buntrock Finance Manager NEWH, Inc. Julie comes to us from a financial position at the College of the Menominee Nation. She received her BA in accounting from Lakeland College and her AD in banking and finance from Fox Valley Technical College. This strong financial background will be a great asset for NEWH, Inc. Julie has been married to Jerry Buntrock for 15 blissful years and has two children, Lydia, 15 years old, and Isaac, 10. They keep mom very busy!! Julie’s other interests include gardening, fishing and maintain her sun-tan (when time permits). Julie has been a Wisconsinite all her life, but thoroughly enjoys traveling to anywhere warm during the winter months. We hope to keep Julie with us for a long time; her knowledge and enthusiasm are great assets to NEWH. Have questions about your chapter’s finances, just call Julie . . . she will help you. Please feel free to call her anytime! FINANCE Maintain the NEWH, Inc. and chapter financial records. Keep an accurate checkbook in QuickBooks for each Chapter and the NEWH, Inc. office via monthly bank statements. Maintain an accurate, up to date chart of accounts Payroll: maintain weekly timesheets, prepare checks, and prepare monthly and quarterly payroll tax returns. Accounts Receivable: Oversee deposits of all money coming into the NEWH, Inc. office through bank by mail. Oversee processing credit card payments. Invoice customers/chapters for amounts due to NEWH, Inc. and monitor aging. Accounts Payable: Reimburse chapters for dues at least quarterly Pay bills weekly Provide support to the accountant in preparing annual tax returns. Provide support to Chapter Treasurers as needed. Act as Treasurer for those chapters that do not have one. Annually, check signature cards to make sure the Executive Director’s name is on them, that the NEWH office is the primary mailing address and that chapters maintain two separate accounts. INSURANCE Be familiar with three insurance policies (Workmen’s Comp., Errors & Omissions, and Liability). Contact chapters prior to their major events giving them the liability insurance rider option (It is frowned upon to have an open bar because we are more liable than having them purchase drinks). NEWH TRADESHOWS-HD Brand only Send out Booth Signup sheet and maintain schedule Order all items, i.e., carpet, electricity, etc. for booth See that booth is shipped to venue Staff NEWH and Silent Auction booth Handle all registration correspondence for NEWH, Inc. tradeshows Provide support to Tradeshow Director		Diane Federwitz Events/Membership Manager Diane is the Membership/Events Coordinator for NEWH, Inc. She is your contact for NEWH chapter event communication, chapter board trainings, membership, and the NEWH website. ... More about Diane Federwitz Diane Federwitz Events/Membership Manager NEWH, Inc. Diane is the Membership/Events Coordinator for NEWH, Inc. She is your contact for NEWH chapter event communication, chapter board trainings, membership, and the NEWH website. After graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with a BS degree in Administrative Management, Diane was employed by a Milwaukee consulting firm and worked with an array of nonprofit organizations in resource development, research, and leadership development projects. Diane’s background and involvement with nonprofit organizations in the past brings creativity, resourcefulness, and enthusiasm to NEWH. BOARD TRAINING Maintain the NEWH Chapter Handbook Provide materials and support for training sessions. Attend training sessions. CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP Enter membership renewal and dues payment information into the database CHAPTER PROGRAMMING SUPPORT Create meeting notices for Chapter events and distribute via email Maintain Calendar of Events on website Provide support for Canned Programming Create online RSVPs as needed and provide training to chapter board member responsible for receiving RSVPs FUNDRAISING Provide support on all fundraising projects. For silent auction – make sure shipments arrive, send letter to winner, and send letter to manufacturer. NEWH MAGAZINE Do mass distribution via email and fax of Media Kit Send out News and Advertising requests emails NEWH WEBSITE Maintain NEWH Website Remove outdated material and post meeting notices, etc. for the chapters Handle the online SQL database CAREER NETWORK Work with chapters and vendors to maintain an up-to-date industry service ON-LINE AUCTION Post items, contact winners for payment and vendors with shipping info Work with committee on the development and maintenance of this venue
	Kathy Coughlin Administrative/Membership Coordinator Kathy joined NEWH in 2008 as a full time office assistant. Among Kathy’s duties will be handling incoming communi-cation, database management, and other general office duties. Kathy is ... More about Kathy Coughlin Kathy Coughlin Administrative/Membership Coordinator NEWH, Inc. Kathy joined NEWH in 2008 as a full time office assistant. Among Kathy’s duties will be handling incoming communi-cation, database management, and other general office duties. Kathy is married to Kevin and has two grown children, Janine (26) and Jim (29). She also has a grandson Cameron (3) with another grandchild on the way! Kevin and Kathy moved to Shawano WI in 2007 due to Kevin’s job opportunity. When not at work, Kathy is busy with her new home, gardening, fishing and spending time on the boat, and staying in touch with family and friends. Kathy most recently worked for 10+ years at a large forklift manufacturer in IL as an administrative assistant for a busy VP. Kathy supports NEWH Staff members and is the helpful voice you hear when you call NEWH! ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Responsible for answering phones Development of the NEWH, Inc. Office Procedure Handbook Update dated mailing information on database and work with chapters on their mailing lists. Provide chapter rosters to the chapters monthly. Annually setup Chapter stationery and place on website for chapters to download Provide all chapter boards a current mailing list for edification periodically during the year CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP Call and welcome all new members Enter membership renewal and dues payment information into the database. Receive and enter e-mail Member Submission Changes into the database. Provide detailed information to Accounts Payable to allow for correct financial categorization Request approvals from chapters for all new member applications and enter once approved. Update database with headquarters from various lists and publications Compile and send New Member Packets and Badges EXPANSION Prepare and distribute Organizing Group packets Make monthly phone calls to various organizing board members to support their efforts NEWH AWARDS		Julie Hartmann Finance Coordinator Julie is very excited to be a part of such an amazing non-profit organization that supports the Hospitality Industry. She bring over 15+ years of work experience working under different financial ... More about Julie Hartmann Julie Hartmann Assistant Finance Coordinator NEWH, Inc. Julie is very excited to be a part of such an amazing non-profit organization that supports the Hospitality Industry. She bring over 15+ years of work experience working under different financial coordinators from retail to government. During those times she has come to appreciate the real meaning of life – Family! NEWH, Inc is all about family and has welcomed Julie with open arms into the family and hopes to continue for many – many – many years!!! Julie balances family, husband Dave of 18 years, heavenly daughter Lilie, son Brodie age 5 and daughter Marlie age 2, with work and extracurricular activities. FINANCE SUPPORT Scan/transmit bank statements to chapter treasurers Deposit all money coming into the NEWH, Inc. office through bank by mail Record chapter credit card RSVP’s into QuickBooks Process NEWH, Inc. credit card transactions Process chapter credit card transactions Provide any necessary credit card receipts NOMINATIONS Work with chapters to get nominations packets out to membership Receive nominations forms back from membership Send out and receive ballots, count and provide count to nominations chair FUNDRAISING Compile a list of all chapter underwriters and sponsors.
	Nicole Crawford Sustainability/Education/Coordinator Nicole is President & Co-founder of a Shawano based 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation that gives grants to individuals in Wisconsin with autism. She also assists in running a monthly autism ... More about Nicole Crawford Nicole Crawford Sustainability/Education Coordinator NEWH, Inc. Nicole is President & Co-founder of a Shawano based 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation that gives grants to individuals in Wisconsin with autism. She also assists in running a monthly autism support group and various events throughout the year enhancing autism awareness and gaining funds for grants. Nicole moved to Shawano in 1999 when she married her husband. Nicole has two children, son Will (6) and daughter Payton (3) who keep her occupied with their variety of activities. In her free time she enjoys camping, gardening, assisting at Sunday school and cherishes time with friends and family. CHAPTER COMPLIANCE Provide support to each chapter in maintaining compliance with the various state agencies such as the Secretary of State, Department of Revenue, Attorney General/Consumer Services Regularly review state regulations Send summary of state regulations to chapter board members in January Inform chapters of state law regarding raffles, fundraising requirements. Receive correspondence from the registered agent service and dispatch it in the appropriate manner Liaise between chapters and accountant to provide necessary forms for state agencies When receiving change of address from one of our registered agent make sure it is on file with the state Insure payments and necessary paperwork are sent to states in a timely manner Make sure to renew contract with the registered agent annually Request and maintain list of Chapter minutes received from Chapter Secretary CONTINUING EDUCATION Enter CEU information into the database and prepare appropriate forms Provide reports to AIA, NCIDQ, etc. SCHOLARSHIP Provide chapters with and collect from chapter the Scholarship Reporting Form Enter scholarship award information into the database Prompt chapters for scholarship timeline and work closely with chapter scholarship directors to make sure school list are updated Provide chapters with Scholarship Certificates Prompt chapters for scholarship timeline and work closely with chapter scholarship directors to make sure school list are updated Prepare scholarship packets and send for printing Update database with school updates Make sure scholarship application posted on NEWH website and fastweb.com. ICON/SUSTAINABLE COMPETITION Work with Scholarship Director developing special packets for the ICON and Sustainable Design Competition Packets to be sent to schools electronically Record applicants on spreadsheet to be provided to Director/Scholarship and VP/Education, along with the packets from each student Handle all travel arrangement for winners SUSTAINABILITY Monitor all calls and submit minutes to VP/Sustainability. Support all committees of the Sustainability initiative. Maintain the Sustainable Resource Directory and handle annual invoicing.		Jena Seibel Marketing/Tradeshow Manager Jena is the Tradeshow/Marketing Coordinator for NEWH, Inc. She is your contact for Regional Tradeshows, corporate partnership, chapter board trainings, and the NEWH Leadership ... More about Jena Seibel Jena Seibel Marketing/Tradeshow Manager NEWH, Inc. Jena is the Tradeshow/Marketing Coordinator for NEWH, Inc. She is your contact for Regional Tradeshows, corporate partnership, chapter board trainings, and the NEWH Leadership Conference. Jena attained a BS in Marketing at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and since has held positions in management, sales, and service. Jena provides strong organizational, customer service, and leadership experience to NEWH. BOARD TRAINING Provide materials and support for training sessions. Attend training sessions. CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP Compile and send out corporate partner packets Maintain appropriate follow up schedule with potential Corporate Partners Make sure corporate partners receive advance notice of all fundraising events Contact chapters to make sure that all corporate partners have priority seating at all major fundraising events Handle invoicing of the corporate partners (October) Order corporate partner thank you gift (November) Send out renewal letter with a list of schools to go with the invoice FOUNDERS ROUNDTABLE Support events NEWH CONFERENCE Send out literature to members Support Conference Director Handle all registration and correspondence with attendees Prepare all items to be included in attendee binder or on memory card Maintain sponsor spreadsheet and make sure all sponsor benefits received NEWH TRADESHOWS Provide support to Tradeshow Director Send out Booth Signup sheet and maintain schedule Order all items, i.e., carpet, electricity, etc. for booth See that booth is shipped to venue Handle all registration correspondence for NEWH, Inc. tradeshows Prepare attendee and exhibitor badges as well as items for exhibitor packets Provide attendee spreadsheet after the show to exhibitors Prepare and record exhibitor survey after the show Work with chapter contact in regards to volunteer schedule
			Shelia Lohmiller Den Mother