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County Bancorp, Inc. Declares Dividend

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021

MANITOWOC, Wis., Oct. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- County Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: ICBK), the parent company for Investors Community Bank, announced today that on October 19, 2021, its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per share.

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  • MANITOWOC, Wis., Oct. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- County Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: ICBK), the parent company for Investors Community Bank, announced today that on October 19, 2021, its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per share.
  • The dividend will be payable on November 19, 2021 to shareholders of record as of November 5, 2021.
  • County Bancorp, Inc., a Wisconsin corporation and registered bank holding company founded in May 1996, and our wholly-owned subsidiary Investors Community Bank, a Wisconsin-chartered bank, are headquartered in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
  • We also serve business and retail customers throughout Wisconsin, with a focus on northeastern and central Wisconsin.

Associated Bank announces minimum wage increase to $17 per hour

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Monday, October 18, 2021

GREEN BAY, Wis., Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Associated Banc-Corp (NYSE: ASB) today announced plans to raise its minimum hourly wage from $15 to $17 per hour effective November 21, 2021.

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  • GREEN BAY, Wis., Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Associated Banc-Corp (NYSE: ASB) today announced plans to raise its minimum hourly wage from $15 to $17 per hour effective November 21, 2021.
  • "It's the commitment of our colleagues that has earned Associated Bank it's #1 ranking in customer satisfaction," said Andy Harmening, president and CEO, Associated Bank.
  • "We're focused on providing tools and opportunities for colleagues to develop their careers at Associated Bank," said Angie DeWitt, chief human resource officer, Associated Bank.
  • In 2022, Associated Bank is offering benefit enhancements including new 100% paid financial wellness benefits, pet insurance and no health insurance premium increases.

NOVO Health’s Independent Providers Take Advantage of New Cloud-Based Epic EHR Installation to Fuel Innovation and Better Patient Care

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Wednesday, October 13, 2021

NOVO Health, through its subsidiary NOVO Health Technology Group, entered into an agreement with Epic to provide an integrated, comprehensive health record system to independent health care providers within the NOVO Health community.

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  • NOVO Health, through its subsidiary NOVO Health Technology Group, entered into an agreement with Epic to provide an integrated, comprehensive health record system to independent health care providers within the NOVO Health community.
  • The agreement empowers independent health care providers with the quality EHR tools they need without compromising their independence.
  • Accessibility and affordability are key pillars of the NOVO Health platform for both patients and providers, Curt Kubiak, CEO of NOVO Health.
  • For providers who participate in NOVO Health programs, data benefits will provide critical fuel for quality care, engagement and patient experience initiatives in the months and years ahead.

Monroe Capital Supports the Merger of Recycled Plastics Industries, LLC and Highwood USA, LLC

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Wednesday, October 13, 2021

Monroe Capital LLC (Monroe) today announced it acted as administrative agent and sole lead arranger on the funding of a senior credit facility to support the merger of Recycled Plastics Industries, LLC (RPI) and Highwood USA, LLC (Highwood) by private equity sponsors, Kaho Partners and Nassau Point Investors.

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  • Monroe Capital LLC (Monroe) today announced it acted as administrative agent and sole lead arranger on the funding of a senior credit facility to support the merger of Recycled Plastics Industries, LLC (RPI) and Highwood USA, LLC (Highwood) by private equity sponsors, Kaho Partners and Nassau Point Investors.
  • Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin, RPI is a manufacturer of high-quality synthetic lumber used in outdoor applications.
  • Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Hometown, Pennsylvania, Highwood is a manufacturer of premium, branded synthetic wood products.
  • Monroe Capital LLC (Monroe) is a premier boutique asset management firm specializing in private credit markets across various strategies, including direct lending, asset-based lending, specialty finance, opportunistic and structured credit, and equity.

Destination Kohler: Two of the Best in the World

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Since then, the Forbes Five-Star property has continued to expand its offerings to engage with a wider variety of travelers.

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  • Since then, the Forbes Five-Star property has continued to expand its offerings to engage with a wider variety of travelers.
  • An industry leader in hydrotherapy, Kohler Waters Spa offers year-round respite, featuring an impressive menu of innovative facial and body treatments.
  • Also in 2021, Destination Kohler debuted the Baths of Blackwolf Run, a 10-hole, par-3 golf course.
  • Herb Kohler believes the log cabin of River Wildlife has the best country gourmet dining in the United States.

Innovative Partnership with OSMS to improve Workers' Compensation Outcomes and lower healthcare costs

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

"We pride ourselves on being a value-based practice where patients can expect the highest quality and safety, without the price tag of big healthcare," said Sandy Fragale, OSMS CEO.

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  • "We pride ourselves on being a value-based practice where patients can expect the highest quality and safety, without the price tag of big healthcare," said Sandy Fragale, OSMS CEO.
  • WCBP, a national solution, was created to address employers' concerns about the high cost of healthcare for injured workers.
  • "We consider this partnership with OSMS an important step towards advancing alternative payment models of care that reward value in care delivery."
  • Amid the rising costs of care, the healthcare industry is challenged to develop innovative ways to bring employers and providers together under a lean payment system dedicated to quality outcomes.

Associated Bank Auto Finance launches indirect auto lending service in 16 states

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Initially, Associated Bank Auto Finance will be available to qualifying automobile dealerships in thirteen states including Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine.

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  • Initially, Associated Bank Auto Finance will be available to qualifying automobile dealerships in thirteen states including Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine.
  • Associated Bank Auto Finance will be led by Craig Stickney who comes to Associated with decades of experience in the space.
  • Most recently, Stickney headed dealer finance at KeyBank and is bringing the majority of that team to Associated Bank to launch the indirect auto lending channel.
  • Associated Bank Auto Finance will be available 362 days per year including Saturdays, Sundays and most holidays.

WI Special Counsel Commends City Officials for Commitment to Cooperate with Investigation of 2020 Election

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Friday, October 8, 2021

Public officials in Kenosha, Madison, and Racine have all agreed to participate in interviews and share documents, data, and communications requested by Special Counsel Mike Gableman under the authority granted to him by the State Assembly.

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  • Public officials in Kenosha, Madison, and Racine have all agreed to participate in interviews and share documents, data, and communications requested by Special Counsel Mike Gableman under the authority granted to him by the State Assembly.
  • Milwaukee City Attorney Tearman Spencer indicated during a press conference on Thursday that the city "intends to comply with reasonable requests made by the special counsel."
  • The Office of Special Counsel has expressed willingness to make adjustments to the deadlines specified in the subpoenas for cities that agree to cooperate with the requests.
  • In a video update released Friday morning, Gableman revealed that everyone interviewed by the Office of Special Counsel is protected by immunity under Chapter 13 of the Wisconsin statutes.

WEC Energy Group joins effort to expand electric vehicle charging across the Midwest

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Tuesday, October 5, 2021

MILWAUKEE, Oct. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --WEC Energy Group (NYSE: WEC) is joining utility companies across the Midwest to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging options for drivers.

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  • MILWAUKEE, Oct. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --WEC Energy Group (NYSE: WEC) is joining utility companies across the Midwest to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging options for drivers.
  • As part of the collaboration, WEC Energy Group pledges to expand the EV charging network within the service territories of its electric utilities We Energies, Wisconsin Public Service (WPS) and Upper Michigan Energy Resources.
  • WEC Energy Group joins 12 other utilities in a unified effort to make EV charging convenient and widely available throughout the Midwest.
  • This effort to expand the charging network aligns with WEC Energy Group's aggressive carbon reduction goals.

X-Rite and Pantone Announce Online Color Theory and Quality Control Trainings

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Monday, October 4, 2021

Attendees will learn about color theory and how to measure, control, and communicate color to improve production workflows, reduce waste, and meet sustainability goals.

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  • Attendees will learn about color theory and how to measure, control, and communicate color to improve production workflows, reduce waste, and meet sustainability goals.
  • We are excited to announce that the second course, Fundamentals of Instrumentation and Quality Control (FIQC), is now online, too," said Raj Shah, Vice President of Marketing, X-Rite and Pantone.
  • Fundamentals of Instrumentation and Quality Control (FIQC), a hands-on, color quality control workshop using X-Rite instruments and software.
  • The Pantone Color Institute provides customized color standards, brand identity and product color consulting as well as trend forecasting inclusive of Pantone Color of the Year, Fashion Runway Color Trend Reports, color psychology and more.