Business Advisory Council


The UWSP Business Advisory Council (BAC) is a select group of decision makers among a diverse group of companies located in Central and Northcentral Wisconsin. The purpose of the BAC shall be to further the general interest of the UWSP School of Business and Economics and the university, provide input and direction in the strategic planning process, and act as a panel for discussion on the needs of the businesses in the region as partners. In addition, the council will strive to advance the cause of education for business, and UWSP School of Business and Economics in specific, by:
  • providing input into strategic planning for the UWSP SBE to create educational programming that fits the needs of Central Wisconsin businesses
  • increasing advocacy and awareness about the UWSP SBE and its activities among alumni and the business community
  • assisting in attracting qualified students to SBE
  • broadening networking and employment opportunities for both alumni and current students, and
  • providing financial support.


Member​ ​Organization
Wayne Ashenberg​ ​Retired, Fairfax Financial Holdings
​Erik Carlson Ellis Stone Construction Co.
​Scott Doescher Wausau Paper Foundation, Inc.
​James Frings G3 Industries
​Clifford King Skyward, Inc.
​James Krueger Figi's Inc.
​Timothy Lau Associated Banc-Corp
​Stella Lin Evolve International
​James McIntyre Greenheck Fan Corp
Donald Peters​ ​Retired, Associated Banc-Corp
​Jeff Peterson Clifton Gunderson, LLP
​Rick Rettler Rettler Corporation
​Ted Schlafke ​M&I, a part of BMO Financial Group
​Brian Seramur Landmark Property Management LLC