Directors' Biographies

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Kimberly Buehler’s Biography

Kimberly Buehler, CMA, CFM, CPA is the Administration Team Leader. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Managerial Accounting and Business Administration from UW – Stevens Point.  She is currently employed as an Accountant at Omernik & Associates, Inc.  She can be contacted by phone at (715) 341-9036 or by e-mail at kim@accounting-offices.com.

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Alex Christensen’s Biography

Alex Christensen, CMA, MBA, is the Director of Corporate and Academic Development.  He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Managerial Accounting and Business Administration-Finance from UW – Stevens Point and a M.B.A. from Edgewood, College.  He is currently employed at Footlocker.com/Eastbay as Manager of Inventory Control and Loss Prevention.  He can be contacted by phone at (715) 261-9616 or by e-mail at achristensen@eastbay.com.

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Josh Deno’s Biography

Josh Deno, CMA, CFM, is the Team Leader of Membership Development. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Managerial Accounting with minors in Business Administration and Economics.  Josh is currently employed as a Statutory Accountant at Sentry Insurance.  His hobbies include bicycling, hunting, fishing, and watching the Brewers.  Josh can be contacted by phone at (715) 346-8377 or by e-mail at joshua.deno@sentry.com.

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Carrie Dreger’s Biography

Carrie Dreger, CMA is the Co-Director Roster/Booklet.  She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Managerial Accounting and French from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point.  She is currently employed as an Accountant at Sentry Insurance. She enjoys running, reading and traveling abroad with her husband Scott.  Carrie can be contacted by phone at (715) 346-7824 or by e-mail at carrie.dreger@sentry.com.

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Cody Giese’s Biography

Cody Giese is a Co-Director of Member Attendance.  He is a student at UW – Stevens Point and will be graduating in May 2008 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Managerial Accounting & Business Administration.  He currently is working as an Accounting Intern for Sentry Insurance.  Cody can be contacted by phone at (715) 213-9462 or by e-mail at cgies412@uwsp.edu.

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Paul Gwidt’s Biography
 

Paul Gwidt, CMA, CFM, CPA, CIA, is Director of Employment.  He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Managerial Accounting from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point. He is currently employed at Sentry Insurance.  Paul has a wife, Sarah and daughter, Lucy. Paul can be contacted by phone at (715)346-6174 or by e-mail at paul.gwidt@sentry.com. 

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Arianne Livermore’s Biography

Arianne Livermore is the Secretary.  She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Managerial Accounting from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point.  She is currently employed as an Accountant at Sentry Insurance. Arianne’s hobbies include playing sand volleyball and reading.  She can be contacted by phone at (715) 346-8532 or by e-mail at arianne.livermore@sentry.com.

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William Maas’s Biography
William Maas, CPA, J.D., Attorney, is the Director of Student Leadership Award and is an assistant professor of accounting and business law at UW ­ Stevens Point. He received his B.B.A. and M.S. degrees from the University of Wisconsin ­ Whitewater and his J.D. degree from Northern Illinois University. He is licensed as both a CPA and an Attorney. William remains "of counsel" at the Daubert Law Firm in Wausau, WI, and he is a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin, Institute of Management Accountants and Portage County Association of Certified Public Accountants.  His family includes wife Pamela and children Alex, Austin and Carla.  He can be reached at 715-346-3268 or email: wmass@uwsp.edu.

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Kristi Miller’s Biography

Kristi Miller, CMA candidate is the Director of Membership Retention.  She is an Accountant from Sentry Insurance.  Kristi enjoys running, traveling and watching football.  She can be contacted by phone at (715) 346-7691 or by email at kristin.miller@sentry.com.

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Mary Pierce’s Biography

Mary Pierce is the Director of Student Activities.  She is a current student at UWSP seeking majors in Managerial Accounting and Business Administration and works at the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum. Mary has a husband, Wayne and her interests include painting, drawing, sculpting, environmental issues, craft work and training her dog to become a therapy dog.  She can be contacted by e-mail at gibbypie@gmail.com

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Jennifer Poggemann’s Biography

Jennifer Poggemann is the Team Leader of Communications and Community Relations.  She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Managerial Accounting and Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point.  She is currently employed as an Accountant at Major Industries in Wausau, WI.  Jennifer has a husband, Justin and her hobbies including sand volleyball, and scrap-booking.  Jennifer can be contacted by phone at (715) 842-4616 or by e-mail at jenmalick@hotmail.com.

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Evan Schreiner’s Biography

Evan Schreiner is the Director of Member Attendance on the Board of Directors.  Evan has passed all requirements for both the CMA and CPA designations, but is currently working on obtaining his two year experience requirement.  Evan is an Accountant for Sentry Insurance and he enjoys golfing and playing basketball.  He can be contacted by phone at (715) 346-8350 or by e-mail at evan.shreiner@sentry.com.

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Lisa Shopinski’s Biography

Lisa Shopinski, CMA, CFM, CPA is the President.  She earned a Bachelor of Science in Managerial Accounting, Business Administration and Elementary Education.  Lisa is currently employed as a Cost Accountant at Sentry Insurance.  Lisa has four children: two sons, Kacy (14), Zachary (10) and two daughters, Tia (8) and Shawna (4).  Her hobbies include, cooking, baking and home improvements.  She can be contacted by phone at (715) 346-8293 or by e-mail at shopinski@charter.net.

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Bob Smith's Biography

Bob Smith, EA is the Director of Public Relations.  He earned a Bachelor of Science in 1980 and is currently pursuing a second major in Managerial Accounting.  Bob recently sold his H&R Block franchise in Wausau that he owned and managed for more than 20 years. His family includes his wife Kathy and their three children.   His hobbies include skiing and motorcycling and he is also a member of the Wausau Chamber Business Advocacy Committee.  Bob can be contacted by e-mail at William.R.Smith@uwsp.edu

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Trisha Steines’ Biography

Trisha Steines, CMA is the Director of Meetings. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Managerial Accounting and Business Administration from University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point.  She is currently employed as an Accountant at Sentry Insurance.  Trisha has a husband, Ben and son, Abraham.  Her hobbies include cooking, baking and watching stock car races.  Trisha can be contacted by phone at (715) 346-6218 or by e-mail at trisha.steines@sentry.com.

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John Vann’s Biography

John Vann is the Treasurer.  He is currently a student at the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point and will graduate in December of 2007 with a triple major in Managerial Accounting, Business Administration and Economics.  He currently is working as an Accounting Intern for Sentry Insurance.  John and his wife Lisa have four children: Ethan, Brady, Raiden and Maria.  He enjoys being a volunteer instructor at Stevens Tae Kwon Do Academy.  John can be contacted by phone at (715) 346-6975 or by e-mail at john.vann@sentry.com.

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Lindsey Watts’s Biography

Lindsey Watts is the Co-Director Roster/Booklet.  She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Managerial Accounting from UW – Stevens Point.  She is currently employed as an Accountant at Sentry Insurance.  Her hobbies include shopping, going to baseball games and camping.  Lindsey can be contacted by phone at (715) 346-7826 or by e-mail at lindsey.watts@sentry.com.

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