New York Times Travel
Combating sensory overload: how zoos and museums are redefining inclusion, April 22, 2022
Chicago Tribune Travel
Folk schools want to be more inclusive. Here’s how the first one in Illinois plans to make it happen, March 7, 2023
Looking to buy a vacation rental? Thanks to soaring demand, your investment may pay for itself over time, July 3, 2022
Michigan’s blueberry coast is ripe for the picking, June 29, 2022
Roaring good time awaits at Indianapolis Children’s Museum newly expanded dinosaur exhibit, May 12, 2022
Take a weekend away in Indiana for a crafting paradise, August 18, 2021
Treehouses you can stay in are popping up around the Midwest for travelers with fairy-tale fantasies or childhood nostalgia April 1, 2021
Merry Prairie: 19th century Christmas in Indiana gets a health and safety update for 2020 November 8, 2020
With work and school remote, people are moving into Midwestern vacation homes full-time, September 4, 2020
From Nuremberg to Chicago, the Best Christmas Markets Thrive on Authenticity, Chicago Tribune, December 5, 2019
Like Airbnb-hotel hybrids, short-term rentals are setting up shop in Chicago Chicago Tribune, July 15, 2019
Summer camp for adults: Learn a skill, make friends at these 5 MIdwest creative destinations– Chicago Tribune, April 23, 2019
Door County vs. Leelanau: Which Midwest peninsula is tops? (Hint: Depends on the category.) – Chicago Tribune June 24, 2018
Craftsmanship Quarterly
The Folk School Movement and ‘Slow Economics’ – January 21, 2022
Washington Post
Another pandemic summer, another battle for protection from the sun, June 8, 2021
Vacationers are flocking to treehouses, June 10, 2021
InvestmentNews
Picking an advisor who will stand the test of time, March, 2023
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Tribes Place Generational Wealth in Their Own Hands, January, 2023
Transparent gender data paves way for reaping gender-driven results, advocates say, January, 2023
Better Homes & Gardens
Will a Home Equity Loan Help or Hurt Your Finances? February 14, 2022
How Does Selling Your House to an Investor Work? February 15, 2022
Real Simple
How to Bargain With Your Real Estate Agent on Their 6% Commission, January 11, 2022
Why It’s Time to Update Your Home Insurance, December 29, 2021
HousingWire
Wire Fraud: Are You the Weakest Link? May 2021
How the pandemic is changing tourist towns forever, February 2021
Investors turn their eyes to affordable housing opportunities, November, 2020
Women lead industry through haze of pandemic, August, 2020
NextAvenue
Left behind: driving a car overseas, March 2023
Put gifts of love, not things, on wish list for older adults, December, 2022
Can travel make you healthier? September, 2022
Making museums and zoos accessible, August 2022
Travels with my seeing eye husband, June 2022
Children’s museums still lead the way to wonder, June, 2022
Is COVID-19 increasing your sun exposure? June, 2021
Smarter Travel
How much SPF Do You Need? June 2021
Charlotte Parent
Vacation Accommodations: House or Hotel? March 2019
Middle Market Growth magazine
Unpacking the performance of branded food companies, June 15, 2022
For Patient Investors, Distilleries and Breweries Offer a Shot at Growth – and an Easy Exit, March 2021
Zooming In: Pandemic Spotlights Emerging Targets for M&A, June 2020
Native American Investors Chart a New Path, March 2020
Thriving Through a Downturn, January 2020
Trading in Turmoil, November 2019
Smoky Mountain Living
Treehouses Offer Unique Lodging Experience, July 2020
Quilting Reflects Creative Culture, February 2020
55+ Living
Cruise Control: Safely taking to rivers and high seas, January 2022
Brimfield Flea Market: Oh the treasures you will find, fall 2021
Living history museums offer safe summer travel, summer 2021
Travel Awaits
A Weekend Getaway in Milwaukee March 2019
Carolina Public Press
‘Baby chasers’ Changing Retirement Patterns, Headed for NC October 6, 2019
How Well is North Carolina Prepared for a Recession? September 30, 2019
NC Local Governments Try to Navigate Changing Golf Course Economics August 6, 2019
Bus & Motorcoach News
Recovering From Your Next Disaster Starts Now November 18, 2019
Bus Driver on the Lookout Rescues Trafficking Victim August 26, 2019
Arthritis Today
Tips for crafting and making the most of smart appliances Arthritis Today December 2018
Arthritis-Friendly Travel Tips for Outdoor Adventures, Arthritis Today blog, September 6, 2018
Artificial Knees Set off Airport Security September 2018 Arthritis TSA 9-18049-compressed
Soak in the Joy of Travel, June 2018 Arthritis Today June ‘18045.compressed
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The Points Guy
Take your Kids to Afternoon Tea! April 2, 2019
Can Famiilies Store Bags at the AIrport? March 31, 2019
Best Luggage for Kids Who Travel, December 21, 2018
Why You Can’t Reserve a Crib at at Hotel, December 18, 2018
Airlines May Get Safer with Child Sized Medications and Equipment October 24, 2018
Bankrate.com
The 7 Best Stocks to Buy Right Now January 7, 2019
EY magazine (for CPA firm EY)
Profile of McDonald’s chief financial officer, July 2018
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AARP
AARP Bulletin – As Financial Predators Modify Fraud Tactics, Potential Victims Need to Adapt as Well – April 2022
AARP Bulletin – Why Wisconsin Caregivers Need More Support – November 2021
AARP Bulletin – Stay Connected with Virtual Events – June 2021
AARP Bulletin – Advocates Not Stymied by Covid – April 2021
AARP Bulletin –Small Grants Launch Community Projects in Wisconsin – January 2021
AARP Bulletin – Bills Would Boost Aid for Family Caregivers in Wisconsin – November 2020
AARP Bulletin – Make Your Voices Heard for Change – Wisconsin June 2020 Story
AARP Bulletin – Wisconsin Considers New Retirement Options for Workers – January 2020
AARP Bulletin – Don’t Get Conned at Christmastime – November 2019 Holiday scams AARP Bulletin November 2019
AARP Bulletin – Building More-Liveable Cities – AARP Bulletin Wisconsin September 2019
AARP Special Report – Addressing the Personal Sacrifices of Caregivers – June, 2019
AARP Bulletin – Events Warn About Popular Scams – June 2019
AARP Bulletin – Volunteers Prioritize Medicaid in Budget Debate – April 2019
AARP Bulletin – Silver benefits AARP Bulletin January 2019
AARP Bulletin – Tax Breaks for Caregiving -November 2018
AARP Bulletin – Build a Nest Egg – September 2018 Need a Nest Egg? First, Make a Nest Sept. 2018
AARP Bulletin – Wisconsin Gearing up for Election – June 2018 AARP Bulletin June 2018 Wisconsin Gearing Up for a High-Stakes Election
AARP Bulletin – Preventing Senior Fraud – AARP Bulletin – FIghting Fraud — April 2017
AARP Bulletin — Caregiving Policy — aarp-wisconsin-care-act-nov-2016
AARP Bulletin — Dementia Toolkit Helps Caregivers
Chicago Tribune Business & Real Estate
Chicago Tribune, March 8, 2022 Investors are growing force in the residential real estate market, but how should sellers evaluate these offers?
Chicago Tribune, February 23, 2022 Today’s homesellers have to figure out how to handle amenities they added for the pandemic. It’s harder than it sounds.
Chicago Tribune, December 23, 2021 With contractors and repairmen in short supply, many homeowners are turning to do-it-yourself videos, with mixed results
Chicago Tribune, November 26, 2021, Despite an erratic supply of building materials and labor, home renovations are booming
Chicago Tribune, October 8, 2021 The days of “set it and forget it” homeowners insurance are in the past
Chicago Tribune, September 2, 2021 Property values are climbing but home equity loans are no longer in vogue. Here’s why.
Chicago Tribune, August 13, 2021 About to close on the sale of your home? Be aware that cybercriminals are lurking
Chicago Tribune, June 9, 2021, The pandemic has pushed more gatherings outdoors, boosting demand for backyard shade structures
Chicago Tribune, May 20, 2021, Home offices have become essential during the pandemic. But are they worth the investment?
Chicago Tribune, March 17, 2020 Buying a home in the gig economy
Chicago Tribune, December 17, 2019 Banking on home equity for retirement? Better check expenses
Chicago Tribune – Closing horrors include wire fraud – October 2019
Chicago Tribune, August 27, 2019, Your DIY home renovation may actually lower its value; here are ten things to know before you start the work
Chicago Tribune, August 13, 2019, When suburban golf courses close, residents and cities often clash over what to do with the land
Chicago Tribune, June 18, 2019, Chicago housing market hurdle: As baby boomer stay put, millennials struggle to find starter homes
Chicago Tribune, May 30, 2019 Buying or selling a home? A new lawsuit could change how much you pay the Realtor
Chicago Tribune, May 6, 2019 Moving is the worst; Chicago ‘concierge’ services aim to smooth the process
Chicago Tribune, March 27, 2019 No, You Don’t Need 20%: How Chicago Millennials are Buying Homes with Down Payment Assistance Programs
Chicago Tribune, February 13, 2019 Home Equity Could Pay for that New Kitchen, So Why Are Americans Slow to Borrow?
Chicago Tribune, January 7, 2019, Algorithm vs Appraiser: Estimating a home’s value is complicated
Chicago Tribune, December 18, 2018 Expectations vs reality: keep it cool when buying, selling or renovating
Chicago Tribune, November 13, 2018, Between snazzy apps and incomplete MLS listings, what homebuyers see isn’t always what they get
Chicago Tribune, July 9, 2018 Could blockchain technology transform homebuying in Cook County — and beyond_ – Chicago Tribune.compressed
Chicago Tribune 2-6-18 Here’s how to negotiate when buying a home.
Or download the story: Chicago Tribune 2-7-18 Here’s how to negotiate when buying a home. (Spoiler alert: It’s not like on HGTV.) – Chicago Tribune
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Digital Privacy News
Venues want vaccinations. Audiences want privacy. July 5, 2021
New apps gauge worker moods, March 2021
Meeting planner see bounty in virtual events, January 2021
Apps spreading holiday cheer also send data to advertisers, December, 2020
Churches grapple with online giving, July 2020
Travel industry weighs privacy, safety in reopening policies, May 2020
ThirtyK.com
Beer, Bratwurst, Blockchain July 24, 2018
The Weakest Link – Where Blockchains are Vulnerable – July 6, 2018
First Edition – Publica’s First Initial Coin Offering for Books Launches June 6, May 25, 2018, or download the story here: First Edition- Book ICO May 25, 2018
Unblocked: Women Working to Gain Influence in Cryptocurrency , May 1, 2018, or download the story here: Unblocked: Women Working to Gain Influence in Cryptocurrency | ThirtyK
Wanted: Messiah to Spread the Word on Cryptocurrencies, April 25, 2018, or download the story here: Wanted: Messiah to Spread the Word on Cryptocurrencies | ThirtyK
Blockchain Increasingly Looks Like a Solution to Identity Fraud, April 3, 2018, or download the story here: Blockchain Increasingly Looks Like a Solution to Identity Fraud | ThirtyK
Time for Companies to Connect with their CPA Firms about Blockchain’s Impact, March 15, 2018 Or download the story here: ThirtyK Time for Companies to Connect With Their CPA Firms About Blockchain’s Impact | ThirtyK
Realtor.com
Fast Track to Skyrocketing Real Estate Prices: The New Public Transit Effect, Realtor.com, July 5, 2017
Craft Industry Alliance
Happiness, Delivered: Subscription Boxes Offer New Channel for Growing Revenues and Customers – February 13, 2018 Craft Industry Alliance Subscription Boxes Feb 2018
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Cultivating Museum Stores as Retail Outlets – – April 25, 2017 Selling Handmade Crafts in Museum Stores – Craft Industry Alliance
How to Vet Instructors — March 28, 2017 Best Practices for Vetting Craft Instructors – Craft Industry Alliance
SAGE Business Researcher
Women in Management – SAGE Business Researcher.compressed – October 2016
SAGE Women Still Lag in Tech Fields – SAGE Business Researcher – October 2016
Subaru’s Drive magazine
Subaru Drive – Main Stay Therapeutic Farm Helps Kids Find Little Triumphs – September 2015
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Pritzker profile – July 2015
American Quilt Retailer
Hiring Staff Who Will Grow With You – April 2015
Remodeling Magazine
2014 Fred Case Award Winner: Bill Simone | Remodeling | Award Winners
July 2014
Creative Living
Setting Course — Spring 2011
Milwaukee magazine
Super Savers — January 2010
Sweet Spots – Milwaukee Magazine April 2009 – April 2009
Reader’s Digest
13 Things Your Home Remodeler Won’t Tell You — 7/2009
PINK Magazine
PINK’s Top 15 Women in Business: The Innovators — 3/2008
PINK’s Top Women Business Owners 2007 — Nov-Dec 2007
Inc. Magazine
How to Find Funds in a Credit Crunch: Hint: It Takes Persistence — 10/2008
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Playing for Peeps — 4/12/2009
Walking the Tightrope — 11/18/2007
Ornament Shop’s New Route to the Old World Bypasses China — 12/24/2006
Extra touches are nice but can topple a budget: Craftsmanship comes at a cost that may not be repaid — 11/26/2006
Finding right workers is a skill: Keeping craftsmen also a challenge — 11/26/2006
Opening the door to craftsmanship: Success of the project hinges on precise attention to detail — 11/26/2006
Entrepreneur
Entrepreneur – What Women Want | Business – February, 2004
Crain’s Chicago Business
Experience on Display – 1/26/98
Marketing News
Marketer, promote thyself – 4/12/99
Ground Zero: Marketing, IT, battle over Web site control – 8/31/98
The Midas touch – Celebs try hand at building brands – 6/8/98
Advertising Age
Good Old DAD | American Demographics – AdAge/American Demographics – 6/1/99
Internet Retailer
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