In This Issue:

2014 UPAF Campaign Co-Chairs

Les Misérables at Skylight Music Theatre

Giving Tuesday

SMART CARD for the holidays!

UPAF Welcomes New Board Members

Piano Arts: Signature Event Series

UPAF Purse Strings Auction

Sponsor Spotlight: Johnson Controls

November Performances

UPAF in the News!

UPAF Welcomes Our 2014 Campaign Co-Chairs!

We are thrilled to announce UPAF's 2014 Campaign Co-Chairs: Bob Arzbaecher, chairman and CEO of Actuant Corporation; Therese Burkhart, community volunteer; and Glen Hackmann, vice chairman of Robert W. Baird & Co. These longstanding UPAF supporters are already donating their expertise, creativity and time to ensure we top the 2013 Campaign.

Bob Arzbaecher has served as chairman of the board of Actuant Corporation since 2001 and as chief executive officer since 2000. From 1992 until 2000, he held various financial positions, including chief financial officer with Applied Power, Inc., Actuant's predecessor. Arzbaecher serves on several nonprofit boards, including the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce, Milwaukee School of Engineering and the University of Iowa's Tippie College of Business and First Stage Theater.

Therese Burkhart recently retired from Northwestern Mutual as director of information systems. Burkhart served as a UPAF Loaned Executive in 2012, where she learned firsthand the key ingredients to running a successful campaign. She is currently president of the Marquette University Women's Council, and she serves on the board of directors for ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Notre Dame Middle School. She also serves on the investment committee of the Woman's Club of Wisconsin.

Glen Hackmann is vice chairman of Robert W. Baird & Co. and chairman of Baird's Audit Committee. From 1984 to 2013, he was managing director, general counsel and secretary of Baird, as well as a member of its executive committee. Hackmann served on the UPAF Board of Directors for more than a decade, including Chair for two years. He was recognized nationally in 2005 with the Americans for the Arts' Michael Newton Award, given to those who exemplify innovation in developing private sector partnerships for the arts. In 2009 UPAF awarded him the Mrs. Walter H. Stiemke Award, given annually to an exceptionally dedicated and spirited UPAF supporter.

TICKET GIVEAWAY!

Member Spotlight: Skylight Music Theatre

Les Misérables

Les Misérables is the show that inspired Skylight to focus on freedom and revolution as a conversation through the entire year. Set in 19th century France, in the midst of revolution, it follows Jean Valjean on his quest for redemption after being jailed for stealing a loaf of bread, inspector Javert, who relentlessly pursues parole violator Valjean, and an abundance of other compelling and entertaining characters. Skylight looks forward to producing this legendary, Tony Award-winning musical in the intimate Cabot Theatre. This epic tale of passion and sacrifice will be a phenomenal way to share live theatre with the family during this holiday season.

For more information on Skylight Music Theatre's performance of Les Misérables, visit their website and watch their promotional video below.

Skylight Music Theatre

Cabot Theatre

November 22 - December 29

Wed./Thurs./Fri. at 7:30 p.m., Sat./Sun. at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit their website or call 414-291-7800.

CLICK HERE TO WIN TICKETS!

UPAF Participates in Giving Tuesday

"Giving Tuesday" is a modern movement, much like "Black Friday" or "Cyber Monday," but focused towards giving back to the community. As shoppers fill their shopping carts in person or online, it's important to also keep in mind that Thanksgiving begins the season of sharing. Giving Tuesday is a one-day national campaign that thousands of nonprofits take part in. UPAF is proud to participate this year on Tuesday, December 3.

Stay tuned for updates this month, and follow our Facebook and Twitter pages.

Bring Out the Holiday Cheer with a UPAF SMART CARD

UPAF donors who contribute $100 or more are eligible for the UPAF SMART CARD, sponsored by Associated Bank. This donor benefit offers "buy one, get one free" tickets to one performance for each of the UPAF Member Groups.

As you start your holiday shopping, consider making a donation to UPAF on behalf of a friend, family member, co-worker or that "hard to buy for" individual. Your gift will allow them to receive a UPAF SMART CARD and all of its benefits, valued at more than $500. Your generosity will also provide much-needed financial assistance to our region's performing arts scene.

UPAF Welcomes Three New Board Members

UPAF is excited to welcome three new members to its Board of Directors. Our dedicated Board members volunteer their time and expertise to benefit the performing arts in Southeastern Wisconsin, and play a vital part in our success.

Sandy Botcher is vice president of disability income at Northwestern Mutual. She also serves on the Elm Grove Board of Appeals, the UPAF Audit Committee and the United Way Board of Directors. She is also co-chair of the United Way Women's Leadership Council.

Chris Goller is the president of the Wisconsin market of PNC Financial Services. Goller's community involvement includes board and leadership positions with Friends of Housing Inc. and United Community Center. He formerly served on First Stage Children's Theater Board and the Marquette University Graduate School Advisory Board.

Jason Stamm is the regional president of BMO Private Bank. He oversees the strategic development and delivery of BMO Private Bank's personal wealth management platform to high net worth individuals, families and organizations throughout Wisconsin. He is currently on the Board of Literacy Services of Wisconsin, serves as a Trustee to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee and is a Trustee for the Greater Milwaukee Foundation.

Affiliate Spotlight: PianoArts of Wisconsin
Two Pianos | Four Hands

PianoArts is excited to present pianist Francesco Lecce-Chong, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Associate Conductor, and his former teacher Pavlina Dokovska, concert pianist and professor at Mannes College of Music, on the PianoArts Signature Event Series on Friday, November 15, in Vogel Hall at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts.

Dokovska is chair of the piano department of the Mannes College of Music in New York City and founder and artistic director of the annual Mannes Festival. Lecce-Chong is a graduate of the Mannes College of Music, where he received his Bachelor of Music degree with honors in piano and orchestral conducting.

Vogel Hall in the Marcus Center For the Performing Arts

November 15, 8:00 p.m.

To purchase tickets, click here or call 414-255-0801

Purse Strings Handbag Auction Benefits UPAF

ucci, Prada and Valentino were the stars of the show in a high fashion handbag auction to benefit UPAF. The event, sponsored by PNC Bank, presented an opportunity for women leaders in Milwaukee to travel to Saks Fifth Avenue in downtown Chicago for the auction and a private shopping experience.

We would like to give a round of applause to PNC, Michael Best & Friedrich, and all of the other sponsors for making the event possible. A special thanks goes to Saks Fifth Avenue for contributing 10% of all in-store purchases made by event attendees during the private shopping time.

Sponsor Spotlight: Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls is a proud sponsor of UPAF, becoming only the second company to surpass $1 million in annual contribution. Through corporate gifts, a generous Workplace Giving Campaign and sponsorship of the UPAF Ride for the Arts, sponsored by Miller Lite, Johnson Controls actively shows its commitment to UPAF and the performing arts in Southeastern Wisconsin.

Johnson Controls Chief Diversity Officer and Vice President of Community Affairs, Chuck Harvey, served as a 2013 Campaign Co-Chair. We're so thankful for Chuck's dedication and hard work, resulting in our record-breaking $11 million campaign.

Johnson Controls also helped make possible more than a dozen new incentives that drove both new and increased gifts for the 2013 Campaign. The generous support of Johnson Controls and its employees is a vital component of UPAF's success. Thank you, Johnson Controls!