Community Member Zach Salata Joins Children’s Museum Team, November 2025
SHEBOYGAN, Wis. Zach Salata has joined the Above & Beyond Children’s Museum (ABCM) Board of Directors as of November 2025.
Salata is the director of human resources at The Vollrath Company in Sheboygan. In his role at Vollrath, he focuses on leadership development, culture, and employee engagement. He has been an employee at Vollrath since 2014.
“Zach is all about helping people and organizations reach their full potential – he loves creating spaces where people feel valued and inspired to grow,” said Cate Tinker, executive director of Above & Beyond Children’s Museum. “He’s a big believer in community connection and lifelong learning, which is why he’s so involved in local initiatives that support children and families.”
Salata is a graduate of Lakeland University and Marquette University with degrees in Business Administration and Human Resources. He has served on the board of directors at Big Brothers Big Sisters WI Shoreline and the Sheboygan County Warming Center with additional volunteer experience on the human resource committee of the Boys & Girls Club of Sheboygan.
He lives in Sheboygan with his wife, two children, and three dogs. He is passionate about inclusion, education, and mental well-being. His hobbies include reading, health, fitness, and fashion.
“I appreciate engaging with the Sheboygan community because I’ve seen how both individuals and companies come together to rally around a cause. Their shared commitment and generosity reflect the spirit of this community and make a real difference,” said Salata.
PHOTOS
Zach Salata – Board Member
Salata joined the ABCM board of directors in September 2025.
He joins the current group of board of directors consisting of 10 other members to work cohesively and collaboratively with the team of staff at the museum.
CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BOARD LEADERSHIP
President – Brian O’Laughlin, Senior Legal Director at Kohler Co.
Vice President – Kathryn Dinolfo, Senior Product Manager at American Orthodontics
Secretary – Anne Blanke, Principal and Interior Designer at Abacus Architects
Treasurer – Katie Eaton, Finance Director at Kohler Co.
Past President – Tim Saeger, Financial Advisor at Turnhall Financial Group of Thrivent
BOARD MEMBERS
Chris Kennedy, Vice President of Commercial Banking at UMB Bank
Zach Pethan, Superintendent at School District of Sheboygan Falls
Dana Krepsky, Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Curt Joa
Stacy Gantner, Senior Director of Finance and Enterprise Sustainability at Johnsonville
Dr. Kathryn Lilly, Pediatrician at Aurora Children’s Health in Sheboygan
Zach Salata, Human Resource Director at Vollrath
Recently retired board members include:
Carrie Green, Former Vice President of the Board, Kohler and YMCA Wellness
Herb Humke, Hopp Neumann Humke
Kim LaPoint, Kollath CPA
Michael Tietjen, Dynamic Agency
Todd Wagner, Kohler Golf
Community members interested in board leadership should connect with the museum at info@abkids.org. For more information on Above & Beyond Children’s Museum visit www.abkids.org. Stay up to date with museum announcements, events and programming on Facebook at AboveBeyondSheboygan and Instagram at aboveandbeyondsheb.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
November 18 – Chomp Saw Workshop
November 21 – Immersive Story Time
November 25 – Toddler Time
December 2 – Giving Tuesday Free Day of Play
December 3 – Play for All Disability-Focused Play Date
December 31 – Noon Year’s Eve Celebration
RECENT NEWS + PRESS RELEASE:
– The children’s museum partners with Viroqua-based Artist Gabriela Marvan of the Mexican Folk Art Collective to explore and celebrate the Mexican heritage with the rotating community Culture Exchange Exhibit: https://docs.google.com/document/d/181IA8M_ZklYw9N31YiGUEPuzP82oML4y31PCmhy5KW0/edit?tab=t.0
– Above and Beyond Children’s Museum today announced it has received a transformational $100,000 gift from an anonymous community donor. Which just days later prompted another sizable anonymous donation of $100,001!
– New “Play for All” sessions are set to begin in mid-September with dedicated evening hours designed in partnership with the disability community on Wednesday evenings from 4-7pm starting September 17
– The museum is adding handicap accessible parking options to better serve visitors and the needs of our community
Read more here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10It209XIqpiKOcSGu5Z4cyZLKM97PU27BsQ7oJOGg1I/edit?tab=t.0
ABOUT
Located in the heart of Sheboygan, Wisconsin, Above & Beyond Children’s Museum is a place where learning comes to life through play and is committed to providing inclusive, interactive experiences that nurture curiosity, creativity, and community for children and families across the region. Established in 1993, the museum is located at 902 N. 8th Street in Sheboygan and was established in 1993. Above & Beyond Children’s Museum of Sheboygan County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. For more information, email Above & Beyond Children’s Museum Executive Director Cate Tinker at cate@abkids.org.
SUPPORT
Above & Beyond Children’s Museum seeks donations for various needs including funds to operate and in support of new and current programming and outreach initiatives. Donations can be made by visiting www.abkids.org, by calling (920) 458-4263, or via mail to Above & Beyond Children’s Museum, 902 N. 8th Street, Sheboygan, WI 53081.
HOURS + ADMISSION
Tuesday through Saturday 9am-4pm
Sundays 9am-3pm
**New! Wednesday evenings 4-7pm started September 17**
Playground hours dawn until dusk
Admission is $10 and memberships are available starting at $30
WEBSITE
https://www.abkids.org
SOCIAL
Instagram: aboveandbeyondsheb
Facebook: AboveBeyondSheboygan
CONTACT
Beth O’Reilly | O’Reilly Public Relations | 920.889.0818 | bethoreillypr@gmail.com
