Decision Makers
Board of Directors
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| Marcus Theatres Corp. |
Chairman, President & CEO |
Current |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Chairman & CEO |
Current |
| The Marcus Corporation, Corporate Office |
President |
Current |
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
President |
Current |
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| Marcus Theatres Corp. |
CFO & Treasurer |
Current |
| The Marcus Corporation |
CFO & Treasurer |
Current |
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Chief Information Officer |
Current |
| Wisconsin Technology Network LLC |
Board of Directors |
Current |
| Nato, Ltd. |
Member |
Current |
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| Marcus Theatres Corp. |
President |
Current |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Senior Vice President |
Current |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Board of Directors |
Current |
| Marcus Theatres Corp. |
Senior Vice President |
Former |
David Merritt joined Marcus Hotels & Resorts in 2005 as Senior Vice President of Development. Mr. Merritt is responsible for all development-related activities, including ground up projects, acquisition and reposition opportunities as well as sliver investment with existing owners and third-party management. Prior to joining Marcus Hotels , Merritt served as Sr. Vice President of Development for Lane Hospitality, a Chicago based hotel owner and operator. His prior hotel industry experience includes senior positions with Interstate Hotels Corporation, FFC Hospitality, Westmont Hospitality and Laventhol & Horwath. Merritt received a Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University School of Administration.
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Senior Vice President, Dev |
Current |
| The Marcus Corporation |
President, Dev |
Former |
Mr. Hoffmann's career in the hospitality industry has spanned more than 18 years. He has been involved in numerous accounting, finance, administration and IT positions during that time, but most recently has moved into a development role. In his position as VP of Development, he is responsible for all development-related activities including ground up projects, acquisition and reposition opportunities as well as sliver investment with existing owners and third-party management. Prior to joining Marcus Hotels and Resorts in 1998, Bruce gained valuable experience with the well-respected hotel management companies of Hyatt Hotels and Interstate Hotels. During his six-year career with Interstate Hotels he worked at both the property and corporate levels. His most recent position was with Interstate Hotels as Director of Hotel Accounting, which was preceded by the positions of Controller, Manager of Hotel Accounting, MIS Analyst, and two Assistant Controller positions. A Wisconsin native, Bruce earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire.
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Vice President of Development |
Current |
| Hyatt Hotels Corporation |
|
Former |
| University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire |
Bachelor of Science Degree In Business Administration |
Former |
Jori Hartwig joined Marcus Hotels and Resorts in May 2007 as the Vice President of Marketing. In this newly created position, she is responsible for developing and implementing marekting and branding strategies for Marcus hotels, restaurants and spas. She will also assist with corporate strategic planning initiatives. Ms. Hartwig brings to Marcus over 20 years of Consumer Products Marketing experience with well recognized companies such as SC Johnson Wax, Pillsbury and Fiskars. She is looking forward to applying her diverse background to the hospitality industry. Jori received her Undergraduate degreein Business Administration and Marketing from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and a Masters in Business Administration from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Vice President of Marketing |
Current |
Scott Shoenberger joined Marcus Hotels and Resorts in November of 2005 as the Vice President of Operations. Mr. Shoenberger is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the hotel operations for many of the Marcus Hotels & Resorts properties. Prior to joining Marcus Hotels & Resorts, Mr. Shoenberger was employed by various hotels and hospitality companies around the country including The Irvine Company, Noble House & Resorts, RockResorts and Dusit Hotels & Resorts. His management positions have included Vice President of Operations, General Manager and Director of Food & Beverage. At his most recent position of Managing Director for LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort he was also involved with such renowned properties as Little Palm Island on Little Torch Key. Scott has achieved much success throughout his tenure in the industry. He was appointed to and serves on various boards and has received numerous awards from the hospitality companies for his work at their hotels. A University of Denver graduate, Mr. Shoenberger holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration, with a major in Hotel and Resort Management and a dual minor in Finance and History.
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Vice President of Operations |
Current |
Mr. Magnuson oversees all aspects of the 1300-acre Grand Geneva Resort & Spa complex, including all hotel and resort operations. He also manages the operations for other Marcus Hotels and Resort properties. As a Vice President of Operations, he is a member of Marcus Hotels & Resorts executive committee. A University of Wisconsin-Stout graduate, he holds a Bachelor of Science Degree, with a major in Hotel & Restaurant Management, and a minor in Business Administration and Accounting. He also holds the Certified Hotel Administrator (CHA) designation from the American Hotel & Motel Association. A recognized community leader, he currently holds several senior positions within the hospitality and tourism industry. Mr. Magnuson joined Marcus Hotels and Resorts in July 1994 as General Manager of Grand Geneva Resort and Spa, and was promoted to Vice President and Managing Director of Grand Geneva Resort and Spa in June of 1998. His has also held regional responsibilities for other Marcus properties including Hilton Milwaukee City Center, Crown Plaza Northstar and Hotel Mead & Convention Center. Prior to joining Marcus Hotels & Resorts, Mr. Magnuson spent 15 Years with Renaissance Hotels & Resorts, holding numerous management positions, including Assistant General Manager at Renaissance Orlando Resort at Sea World.
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Vice President of Operations |
Current |
| Renaissance Hotels & Resorts |
|
Former |
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
General Counsel, Secretary & Vice President |
Current |
| Foley & Lardner Llp |
|
Former |
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
General Manager, Kitchen Designer |
Current |
Jay M. Kaplowitz founded Gersten Savage LLP in 1977. Since the firm's founding he has served not only as Chairman of the Firm's corporate practice but also as the Firm's Managing Partner. The primary focus of Mr. Kaplowitz' practice has been structuring financing transactions and representing both issuers and underwriters in public and private securities offerings. He has also represented various fashion enterprises and modeling agencies. As a member of Gersten Savage's Corporate Department, Mr. Kaplowitz advises small and medium sized companies on corporate finance, SEC disclosure matters, corporate governance, and private and public offerings, including equity offerings, high-yield, and convertible offerings. Mr. Kaplowitz is an advisor to Formula Capital LLC, a fund of funds, and a member of the Board of Directors of SteelCloud Inc., a developer and manufacturer of customized computer servers and network appliances.
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| Gersten Savage Llp |
Founder |
Current |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Partner |
Current |
| Gersten Savage Llp |
Partner |
Current |
| Savage.Com |
Partner |
Current |
| Gersten |
Partner |
Current |
| Gersten Savage Llp |
Board of Directors |
Current |
| Formula Capital |
Board of Directors |
Current |
| Steelcloud Inc. |
Director |
Current |
| Formula Capital |
Member |
Current |
| Steelcloud Inc. |
member |
Former |
| Boston University |
Jd |
Former |
| Brooklyn College |
BA |
Former |
Ms. Beuchert brings 13 years of travel marketing experience to Marcus Hotels and Resorts. She is responsible for electronic distribution strategies, development of hotel and restaurant websites, management of online intermediary channels, as well as online advertising and email marketing. Prior to joining Marcus, she held a number of marketing positions at Mark Travel Corporation, beginning as an Associate Manager and rising to Senior Marketing Manager for Funjet Vacations, overseeing operations and marketing of the southern U.S. markets. Ms. Beuchert received a B.S. degree in Economics from the University of Wisconsin- Madison in 1991. She later earned an M.S. degree in Management, with an eBusiness concentration, from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Director of E-Commerce |
Current |
Larry Flam has had a long and rich career of over 25 years in the hospitality industry. Larry lives by the idea that restaurants are guest driven, and that the hospitality industry should aim to make the Guest experience memorable. Mr. Flam has worked as an executive for some of the great Hospitality organizations including Lettuce Entertain You, The Kimpton Hotel and Group, Rainforest Cafe and The N9NE Group. He has been involved in the management, development, construction and cultural oversight of over 25 distinct concepts and twice that many individual properties. Flam's work for those companies, and many successful independents, both as an executive and a consultant, has been marked by a strong commitment to staff and management training and development, high service standards, attention to operational and environmental detail, operationally and financially effective openings, great food, and maximum return for the investor. Larry believes that part of being a successful professional is being involved with his community. Flam has been active in many charities, most notably Share Our Strength, and The Y-Me Breast Cancer Foundation.
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Director of Restaurant Operations |
Current |
| Picnic People Services Inc. |
Executive |
Former |
Marty Jankowiak joined Marcus Hotels and Resorts in July 2006 as Director of Hotel Accounting. Mr. Jankowiak is responsible for accounting and financial reporting activities and coordinates the preparation of financial statements with corporate accountants and hotel Controllers. Marty is also actively involved in maximizing the benefits of the PeopleSoft accounting system. Prior to joining Marcus, Marty served as Manager of Financial Shared Services with Journal Broadcast Group, coordinating accounting & financial reporting activities for over 40 television & radio stations nation-wide. Marty previously held various Accounting Manager and Controller roles in his 12-year career with Browning-Ferris Industries, a global environmental services provider. Marty received his B.S. degree in Business Administration with a major in accounting from Central Michigan University, subsequently earning his CPA certificate.
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Director of Hotel Accounting |
Current |
| Browning-Ferris Industries |
Accounting Manager |
Former |
| Journal Broadcast Group Inc. |
Manager |
Former |
| Financial Shared Services Inc |
Manager |
Former |
| Browning-Ferris Industries |
Controller |
Former |
| Central Michigan University |
B.S. Degree In Business Administration |
Former |
| Central Michigan University |
Business Administration With A Major In Accounting |
Former |
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Corporate Director of Human Resources |
Current |
| Hotel Phillips |
Human Resource Director |
Current |
| Motion Pictures, Inc. |
Corporate Director of Recruitment |
Former |
| Swank Audio Visuals |
Corporate Director of Recruitment |
Former |
| University of Missouri - St. Louis |
Bachelor Degree In Communications |
Former |
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Project Manager, Interior Designer |
Current |
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Lead Project Superintendent |
Current |
Mr. Selig received a bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin in 1956. After two years in the United States Army, Mr. Selig joined Selig Ford, Inc. He served as president of Selig Ford (which became Selig Chevrolet in 1982) from 1959 until 1990. Since 1970 he has served as Chairman of the Board and President of Selig Lease Company. Mr. Selig became President and Chief Executive Officer of the Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club, Inc. in 1970 and served in that capacity until 1998 when he was elected to the position of Commissioner of Major League Baseball. He also served as Chairman of the Executive Council of Major League Baseball from 1992 to 1998. Mr. Selig is a director of the Green Bay Packers and Marcus Corporation. In addition, he is a director of the Greater Milwaukee Committee and the Milwaukee Club and a trustee of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee. He is a founder and vice chairman of Athletes for Youth and co founder of the Child Abuse Prevention Fund.
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| Oil-Dri Corporation of America |
Commissioner of Major League Baseball, President and Chairman of the Board, Selig Lease Company |
Current |
| Athletes.Com |
Founder |
Current |
| Major League Baseball |
Commissioner |
Current |
| Major League Baseball |
Commissioner |
Current |
| Major League Baseball |
Chairman |
Current |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Board of Directors |
Current |
| Athletes.Com |
Vice Chairman |
Current |
| Oil-Dri Corporation of America |
Board of Directors |
Current |
| Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club |
Chief Executive Officer |
Former |
| Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club |
President |
Former |
| Green Bay Packers, Inc. |
Director |
Former |
| Major League Baseball |
Director |
Former |
| University of Wisconsin |
Bachelor's Degree |
Former |
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Board of Directors |
Current |
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Board of Directors |
Current |
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Board of Directors |
Current |
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Board of Directors |
Current |
| The Marcus Corporation |
President |
Former |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Senior Vice President, Corp Dev |
Former |
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Board of Directors |
Current |
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Board of Directors |
Current |
| Organization |
Position |
Status |
| Muskegon County Airport |
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer |
Current |
| Midwest Air Group Inc. |
Chief Executive Officer |
Current |
| Midwest Miles |
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer |
Current |
| Sixel Consulting Group, Inc. |
Chairman, President and CEO |
Current |
| Midwest Air Group Inc. |
Chairman |
Current |
| The Marcus Corporation |
Board of Directors |
Current |
| Medical College of Wisconsin |
Board of Trustees |
Current |
| Kimberly-Clark Corporation |
President, Transportation Sector |
Former |
| Midwest Air Group Inc. |
President |
Current |
| Kimberly-Clark Corporation |
Director of Air Transportation |
Former |
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign |
Flight Instructor |
Former |
| University of Illinois At Urbana Champaign |
flight instructor |
Former |
| Kimberly-Clark Corporation |
Officer |
Former |
| Midwest Air Group Inc. |
Director |
Former |
| Western Michigan University |
Bachelor's |
Former |
W. Patrick McDowell, 57, is President of McDowell Properties. He has been in the real estate investment business for 33 years. McDowell Properties was formed in 1994 and has an investment strategy that focuses on the opportunistic acquisition of multifamily properties. Mr. McDowell was a founder and partner of The Fox Group and its successor company Metric Partners, a joint venture with Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, from 1971 until 1993. Fox/Metric invested in and managed over $4 billion in real estate assets, comprising in excess of 400 individual properties located in more than 30 states. Asset classes included apartment complexes, industrial parks, office buildings, shopping centers and hotels. During Mr. McDowell's tenure, Fox had over 1,000 employees in 14 offices. Fox raised over $1.5 billion in equity capital through public securities offerings underwritten by Wall Street firms; and raised and managed over $1 billion in capital for more than 30 public pension plans, including CALPERS and CALSTRS. Mr. McDowell's public pension fund investment activities solely involved rental multi-family investments. From 1975 until 1986, Mr. McDowell was Executive Vice President of Fox in charge of all acquisition, disposition and financing activities, and from 1986 until 1993, he was Chief Executive Officer. In addition, through McDowell Properties Mr. McDowell has been the managing member of LLC's which invested selectively in real estate partnership interests and has invested in tender offers on public real estate securities. Mr. McDowell has served on the Advisory Committee on Troubled Projects for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and as Vice Chairman of the National Multi Housing Council. He is on the Advisory Board of the Fisher Center for Real Estate at the University of California, Berkeley, a member of the Urban Land Institute, Lambda Alpha International and an Advisory Board member of The Marcus and Millichap Company. Mr. McDowell has a BA from Stanford University and an MBA in Real Estate from the Graduate School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley.
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