Findorff’s Business Development and Marketing department is led by a group of incredibly dedicated individuals passionate about creating lasting and impactful relationships with partners and clients across not only the state, but the country. Over the past year the team has evolved and grown, creating opportunities for new and familiar faces alike. We are thrilled to officially congratulate these leaders and welcome our newest addition!
Chad Eschler, Vice President of Business Development
With 16 years of experience at Findorff, ranging from Yard Superintendent to Special Projects Manager to Business Development, Chad’s new position as Vice President of Business Development is recognition of his commitment to always building strong partnerships and finding ways to provide value to our clients and communities. Chad’s focus moving forward is on continuing the tradition of not just finding projects for the team but finding the right projects for the team while expanding Findorff’s client base.
In his new role as Vice President of Business Development, Chad will:
- Provide strategic direction and vision for business development
- Manage both the local and regional business development teams and develop talent
- Manage business development opportunities and relationships
Christin Mlsna, Vice President of Marketing & Communications
With 26 years of experience in marketing, communications, and business development, Christin’s move into her new role as Vice President of Marketing & Communications recognizes her talent and passion for blending these areas of focus to create engaging communications and the best possible client experience. In this new role, Christin will continue to provide executive leadership for Findorff’s education division while expanding her responsibilities to include Findorff’s marketing and communications.
In this role she will:
- Serve as senior leader for all marketing and communications
- Provide strategic direction and vision for marketing, communications, client experiences, and client services
- Track and monitor successful marketing and communications outcomes
Susan Matthews, Director of Marketing
With extensive experience working in a wide variety of businesses from start-ups to billion-dollar brands, Susan joins us in the new role of Director of Marketing. Susan brings a fresh perspective on how marketing can best support both Findorff and our partners. Her creative ideas will enhance our efforts in marketing planning, strategic marketing, and storytelling,
Within this role she is responsible for:
- Creating marketing goals and strategies
- Developing and managing all marketing campaigns
- Directing marketing and communications plans
- Providing day-to-day oversight of the marketing team
Jeff Tubbs will continue to serve Findorff as Executive Vice President. Jeff serves as a senior leader for the Business Development department in addition to supporting Findorff’s strategic planning where he provides new approaches for upcoming divisions and expansion opportunities.
The new, state-of-the-art, Dr. E. J. and Margaret O’Brien Hall at Marquette University is now officially open for the university’s business students. Teaming up with BNIM, Workshop Architects and GRAEF, Findorff is proud to have completed another successful project for our partner, Marquette University. This highly collaborative and innovative 100,000 square-foot facility was completed in less than two years.
Learn more about this exciting milestone here.
Congratulations to Findorff’s President & CEO, Jim Yehle, who was recognized as one of Wisconsin’s most influential business leaders as part of the BizTimes Media Wisconsin 275 2022 publication.
As a part of a year-long research initiative, this publication recognizes and highlights 275 of the state’s most influential business leaders.
Learn more about this outstanding & well-deserved recognition here.
Yesterday was the official groundbreaking for the new Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestras in Madison, WI. A very well-attended event, this is an exciting time for the children of WYSO, as they will officially have a new music center. This center will be instrumental in expanding music education and performance opportunities for students throughout the state.
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On Friday, April 1, Findorff Youth Apprentice, Bella, officially signed on as a Carpenter Apprentice working in our Special Projects Group! Bella started with Findorff in June of 2021 while still in high school. A huge thank-you to Bella’s high school alma mater, Muskego High School. We love this partnership and appreciate our shared goal of identifying opportunities to kickstart the careers of young adults interested in the trades.
What made it even more special was that she put the pen to paper at the Marquette University College of Business Administration jobsite, her first project at Findorff. Congratulations, Bella – we cannot wait to celebrate your continued accomplishments.
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The Couture in downtown Milwaukee has reached another project milestone! The first major concrete pour took place yesterday, establishing the foundation at this soon-to-be community landmark. We are thrilled to see things start to take shape. Check out this article for more information.
Approved in fall 2020, the MMSD referendum allows for renovations and expansions. Light renovation construction is slated to begin this spring. Construction will ramp up during summer break. For more information, check out this article.
We are proud of the progress taking place at The Couture in downtown Milwaukee! When complete, The Couture will be a 44-story skyscraper with breathtaking city views. Get an inside scoop from Findorff’s very own, Eric Sadler, Senior Project Manager, as he gives project details regarding construction and what is to come, as well as Craig Glover, Crane Operator, who provides a glimpse of his daily job duties and what the crane’s main functions are. Read more here.
Carle Foundation Hospital expects to complete construction of their new reFresh Eatery space by April 2022. The reimagined spaces include new dining and serving areas, a robot that makes custom salads, and more. Beyond continuing to serve fan favorites, like made-to-order omelets, the cafeteria will roll out a daily wellness entree to help folks reach their nutrition goals at an affordable price. Read more information on Carle’s new, state-of-the-art cafeteria.
From Findorff intern to Executive of the Year, we are excited to celebrate Jim Yehle’s leadership and share his recognition featured in In Business magazine’s first issue of 2022! We know first-hand how Jim’s commitment to Findorff’s employees, clients, and the community sets a high bar for what others expect from us, making us all better at what we do. Congratulations to Jim and the great group of leaders receiving recognition this year. Read more about Jim here.