SBA: Hales Corners Man Named Wisconsin SCORE District Director

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Dane Peterson-1-800-634-

Bob Stollenwerk Will Lead Statewide Efforts of SCORE
“Counselors to America’s Small Business”

Milwaukee: –The SCORE Association has appointed Bob Stollenwerk as district director for the state of Wisconsin, with his term beginning April 1. In this position, Stollenwerk will oversee the implementation of policies and programs for the nine SCORE chapters throughout Wisconsin that provide counseling and training to entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Stollenwerk has been a volunteer counselor for Milwaukee SCORE Chapter 28 for 11 years. He has served in numerous chapter leadership positions, including chapter chair, treasurer, and workshop chair. He served as chapter chair for more than two years.

SCORE CEO Ken Yancey says, “Bob Stollenwerk’s leadership will have a very positive impact on SCORE chapters in Wisconsin.” Yancey adds, “He is dedicated to helping small businesses achieve success, and will ensure the superior level of service that SCORE offers to entrepreneurs across the state.”

Stollenwerk’s business career spanned 36 years. He held numerous management positions with Ladish Malting Co., including executive vice president. Stollenwerk participated in the negotiations when Ladish was sold to Cargill, Inc., and retired from Cargill in 1993. He is an active member of several trade associations, and his civic involvement includes working with youth through Junior Achievement.

Since 1964, the SCORE Association has assisted 6.5 million aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners through counseling and business workshops. More than 10,500 volunteer business counselors serve their communities through entrepreneur education dedicated to the formation, growth and success of small businesses. For information about starting or operating a small business, call 1-800-634-0245 for the SCORE chapter nearest you. Or visit SCORE on the Web at www.score.org.

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