BANK ON KINDNESS
‘Coins for Kids’ fundraiser benefits Children’s Wisconsin, ends May 15
It’s time to clean out your piggy banks and change jars to support a good cause!
North Shore Bank is partnering with Children’s Wisconsin on “Coins for Kids,” a fundraiser that leads up to the 26th annual WKLH Miracle Marathon. From now through May 15, North Shore Bank locations in southeastern Wisconsin will count coins for free and individuals can donate all or a portion to the fundraiser to support Children’s Wisconsin.
The bank is matching up to $5,000 of what is donated through 5 p.m. on May 15.
Personal banking customers can always get coins counted for free, but the bank is waiving the fee for non-customers during the fundraiser. While coin counting is not complimentary for commercial businesses, local businesses can stop in to drop off donations. 01491
The donations will support Children’s Wisconsin in delivering the best care to kids and families while supporting innovative research, programs like arts and music therapy, and groundbreaking approaches to delivering mental and behavioral health care. Listeners can tune in to the Miracle Marathon on May 16 and 17 on 96.5 WKLH. During this two-day event, kids and families who have received life-changing care from Children’s share their incredibly powerful stories.
Please join us in lending support with a donation. Then, tune in to the 26th annual WKLH Miracle Marathon presented by Mars Family Foundation benefiting Children’s Wisconsin May 16-17. Learn more at www.childrenswi.org/miracle.
OUT OF OFFICE
Castles, historic sites, great food, friendly people wow employee on trip to Japan
Tyler Kebis at Himeji Castle
Tyler Kebis, Business Banking Specialist, recently returned from a 10-day trip to Japan with his college friends, and a few of the sites he saw there are still on his mind.
Himeji Castle
Himeji Castle, for instance, is one spot that just blew him away. “It really was incredible. The restoration efforts have kept the castle in great condition, and the view from the top floor is breathtaking,” he said. The cherry blossoms were in bloom while the group was there, which added to the beauty.
They did a tour of Mount Fuji, going up the mountain on a cable car, but the rest of the trip was all self-guided. They visited the Toyko Skytree, which Tyler described as “like the Space Needle, but even larger.” The Skytree had a large observation deck and a big shopping district.
Tyler said the locals were very friendly, and the food was excellent, including “the best ramen I’ve ever had.” He was impressed by the train system but suggested that anyone who is considering a visit take the time to learn how it all works before traveling. He and his friends figured it out on the go, and it all worked out, but knowing more before they went would have been useful.
“It would be easy to get lost if you aren’t careful,” he said with a laugh.
Japan was so impressive that Tyler said he hopes to go back, and he encourages others to visit as well. “It is absolutely beautiful,” he said.
Tyler Kebis (second from right) with his college friends on a deck at a shopping mall in Toyko.
BANK ON KINDNESS
Volunteers needed for event at opening of second Family Read, Play, Learn Center April 30
Come help us open our second Family Read, Play, Learn Center in Milwaukee with a free laundry and financial literacy day on April 30. We are opening this new literacy learning space at the laundromat next to our Milwaukee Capitol branch with LaundryCares, Capitol Quick Wash Laundromat, and the city of Milwaukee.
We are looking for 6 volunteers to interact with families as we unlock the washers and help turn laundry time into learning time with book readings, crafting, and fun, all in the name of bringing financial literacy to the community.
Date: Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Time: 3 pm – 5 pm
Where: Capitol Quick Wash Laundromat, next door to our Milwaukee Capitol Branch, 7903 W Capitol Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53222
Please email Mike Williams (mwilliams@northshorebank.com) to sign up. Thank you!
Click to learn more: https://northshorebank.
NORTH SHORE STARS
Congratulations to our Quarterly Referral Bonus winner for Q1!
Andrea Bahena
Andrea Bahena, video teller, is the winner of the first-quarter bonus for referring new employees. Andrea loves her job and said she likes sharing her excitement for her job and North Shore Bank with others.
“It’s also refreshing knowing how flexible North Shore Bank can be with my personal schedule and allowing me to learn other roles throughout the bank,” she said.
Andrea called out her coworkers as enjoyable to work with, and she loves that she can depend on them, too. “I am extremely grateful, and enjoy what I do every day,” she said.
Congratulations to Andrea on winning the first-quarter Employee Referral Bonus!
If you know someone who may be interested in joining us at North Shore Bank, or you would like to learn more about the bank’s referral program, visit Ask Seymour for more information.
NEW HIRES
March 2024 new hires
Here are the new hires for March 2024. Welcome, all!
- Dawn Glassmyer joined us as a Lead Teller at the Sister Bay branch.
- Jonathan “Jay” Muldrew joined us as an Associate Banker at the Green Bay East branch.
- Gregory Olech joined us as the Branch Manager of the McHenry branch.
- Sam Piette joined us as an Associate Banker at the Brookfield Capitol branch.
- Neela Raja joined us as a Teller at the Southwest branch.
- Melody Ryan joined us as an Associate Banker at the Fox Point branch.
- Christine Shehow joined us as a Deposit Products Applications Administrator in the Customer Support Center.
- Emily VandenHeuvel joined us as the Marketing Manager in the Marketing department.
- Liz White (re)joined us as a Deposit Operations Representative in the Customer Support Center.
FINANCIAL EDUCATION AND LITERACY
Get started now to improve your tax situation for next year
The deadline to file your 2023 taxes just passed this week, and if you were not happy with how your return looked, it might be time to take some steps to change your situation for next year.
Elevate offers free courses for all North Shore Bank employees that can help, including two classes on cutting your taxes — one on saving money on taxes while paying for healthcare and one on how to save money on childcare costs.
The healthcare course provides information about Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and the advantages of these accounts. The course on childcare costs advises you about the Child Tax Credit and Childcare Credit, Dependent Care Accounts, and other ways to save on childcare costs.
Log in to check out this course and many others on a wide variety of topics. Click here to learn more about Elevate, why it’s an employee benefit, and how to get started.
HEALTHY YOU
Focus on your mental well-being
What is mental health?
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act, and helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.
Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. Over the course of your life, if you experience mental health problems, your thinking, mood, and behavior could be affected.
This article provides more information regarding Mental Health Conditions, early warning signs and symptoms, and tips for living well with a mental health condition.
Come up for air
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming. It’s important to pay attention to your mental health and emotional well-being.
Watch for warning signs that you may be over-stressed or feeling depressed:
- Difficulty sleeping
- Trouble concentrating
- Anxiety or irritability
- A lack of appetite or over-eating
- Smoking
- Excessive drinking or drug use
If you feel your stress is out of control or think you might be depressed, speak to a professional counselor or your health care provider. They can help you decide if treatment or possible changes to your lifestyle habits can help.
Customer Loyalty Tip of the Week
You can never thank your customers too often. Build “thank yous” into every communication, both verbal and written.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Discover events and activities in and around your community
- North Shore Bank’s ‘Coins for Kids’ Free Coin Counting for Children’s Wisconsin| Monday, April 15 to Wednesday, May 15| All North Shore Bank branches in southeastern Wisconsin
- Milwaukee Business Journal Power Breakfast presented by North Shore Bank | Wednesday, May 8, 2024 (7:30 a.m.) | The Pfister Hotel | 424 E. Wisconsin Ave. | Milwaukee, WI