people in business [Telegraph-Herald (Dubuque, IA)]

Platinum Supplemental Insurance announced the following:

Sara Amberg and Jay VanMatre joined the Personnel Department. As personnel managers, they will be looking to offer dedicated candidates career opportunities. They also will help guide new sales representatives through a company orientation and the insurance licensing process.

Rachel Baggot joined the Customer Service Department as a customer service specialist. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in psychology with a business minor from the University of Wisconsin- Platteville.

Barbara Sue Schubert joined the Media Department as a public relations/marketing specialist. She formerly worked as an advertising and promotions manager at Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa for 12 years.

Terry Kosel joined the Media Department as a graphic artist. He formerly worked as a marketing services manager at AY McDonald for six years.

Isaiah Langlois joined the IT Department as an IT support specialist. He is pursuing a degree in information technology.

Jeremy Bushman joined the IT Department as a systems administrator. He is pursuing a bachelor's degree in information technology from Clarke University.

Paul Schwendinger joined the IT Department as an IT support specialist. He received an associate's degree in networking administration and engineering from Hawkeye Community College.

Nick Hannan joined the IT Department as an IT support specialist. He is pursuing a degree in management in information systems from Loras College.

Stephanie Sigwarth joined the IT department as a web/user interface designer. She received an associate's degree in applied science-graphic and web design from Southwest Wisconsin Technical College.

Thomas Griebel joined the IT Department as a software developer. He received a bachelor's degree in computer science from Loras College and is pursuing a master's degree in the fall at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Lon Heinkel was promoted to manager of IT Systems and Support after successfully leading the support team for eight months. He recently completed a course in IT management and leadership.

Chris Bleile was promoted to manager of IT Development and Quality Assurance after he successfully supervised the development team for 18 months. He recently completed a course in IT management and leadership.

Ann Jegerlehner was promoted to senior customer service specialist/training coordinator. She joined the company six years ago as a customer service specialist.

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Josh Thorud joined Vision Health Center, P.C. He has seven years of optical experience and was recently certified by the American Board of Optometry. He will be helping patients select the frames and also will be responsible in assisting doctors by collecting patients information during pre-testing.

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Alexandra Heiderscheit was promoted to account manager at Sedona Staffing Services. She graduated from the University of Dubuque in 2011 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication and business.

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Shea Ricketts joined Express Employment Professionals in a staffing consultant role. She provides assistance to area job seekers and local companies to match the right people with the right job.

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HK Financial Services announced the following:

Stephanie Bussan joined the firm as an RIA operations assistant. She is a graduate of UW-Platteville with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration with an emphasis in finance. She formerly worked at Heartland Financial Inc. in Dubuque.

Heather Johnson joined the firm as financial services assistant. She brings more than 15 years experience in the financial services and insurance industry. She has an associate's degree in health care administration from the University of Phoenix.

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Brett Wessels joined Steele Capital Management as a portfolio manager. He formerly worked at FBL Financial Group in West Des Moines and is a CFA Level III candidate.

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River Valley Capital Insurance Inc. announced the following:

Jim McCann joined the company as financial/accounting manager. He has more than 18 years of diversified experience in the accounting and management fields.

Alejandra Ruales joined the company as a portfolio administrator. She graduated from Loras College with a double major in economics and international studies.

Jane Heming joined the company as a customer service representative for the insurance division. She will be providing support to two insurance agents as well as working with customers and underwriters. In addition, she will manage the claims tracking for the division.

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