Board of Directors
Introducing the Board of Directors
From here you will be able to read a quick biography of your current Board of Directors and the different roles they hold within the Chapter. If you have any questions, please feel free to connect with anyone listed below as they are excited to help you!
President
Margaret Baltus, SHRM-CP
Foth
Margaret Baltus, SHRM-CP has worked in the HR field for over 15 years. She graduated Suma Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources and Organizational Leadership from Rasmussen University in 2016. Margaret obtained her SHRM -CP in February of 2020. She is currently employed by the Foth Companies as an Sr. Organizational Development Leader. In her role, she is responsible for member/employee engagement activities, corporate meetings and events, internal communications, and organizational change management.
President
Lori Rausch, PHR
Great Northern Laminations
Lori has been in Human Resources for over 20 years in various roles in the manufacturing industry. She has worked in both union and non-union environments with a concentration on employee relations and training and development. She holds an Associates of Arts in Business Administration degree with a concentration in Human Resource Management from American InterContinental University; graduating with honors. She also earned her PHR in early 1998 and is currently studying to earn her SHRM-SCP. For the past several years Lori has volunteered on the WISHRM Conference Committee helping to enhance the HR experience for the many who attend each year.
Currently Lori is the Human Resources Manager for Great Northern Laminations with responsibilities at the corporate office in Appleton as well as the four remote locations in CA, OR, PA and FL. In her role, she develops Human Resource policies and programs in organizational planning, employee development, employment, on-boarding, training, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and employee services that adhere with the company’s vision, mission and core values. Lori’s passion within HR has been the training and development of the employees and helping them become future leaders of an organization.
Past President
Cassandra Krause, PHR, SHRM-CP
Carew Concrete & Supply Co., Inc
Cassie has worked in the HR field, in a variety of industries for over 18 years. She received her Bachelor of Business Administrator with an emphasis in Human Resource Management from the University of Wisconsin Green Bay and currently holds her SHRM-CP and PHR certifications.
Cassie is currently the Director of HR & Safety at Carew Concrete & Supply Co., Inc leading, developing, administering, and communicating organization programs and initiatives. she spends a portion of her time at Carew writing and implementing policies and procedures, promoting the Safety Culture and leading Wellness initiatives. Cassie has implemented a multi-faceted safety program that incorporates technological advancements such as driver computer tablets and front and rear facing onboard cameras to further promote Carew’s safety culture.
Past President
Lori Rausch, PHR
Great Northern Laminations
Lori has been in Human Resources for over 20 years in various roles in the manufacturing industry. She has worked in both union and non-union environments with a concentration on employee relations and training and development. She holds an Associates of Arts in Business Administration degree with a concentration in Human Resource Management from American InterContinental University; graduating with honors. She also earned her PHR in early 1998 and is currently studying to earn her SHRM-SCP. For the past several years Lori has volunteered on the WISHRM Conference Committee helping to enhance the HR experience for the many who attend each year.
Currently Lori is the Human Resources Manager for Great Northern Laminations with responsibilities at the corporate office in Appleton as well as the four remote locations in CA, OR, PA and FL. In her role, she develops Human Resource policies and programs in organizational planning, employee development, employment, on-boarding, training, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and employee services that adhere with the company’s vision, mission and core values. Lori’s passion within HR has been the training and development of the employees and helping them become future leaders of an organization.
President Elect
Margaret Baltus, SHRM-CP
Foth
Margaret Baltus, SHRM-CP has worked in the HR field for over 15 years. She graduated Suma Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources and Organizational Leadership from Rasmussen University in 2016. Margaret obtained her SHRM -CP in February of 2020. She is currently employed by the Foth Companies as an Sr. Organizational Development Leader. In her role, she is responsible for member/employee engagement activities, corporate meetings and events, internal communications, and organizational change management.
Secretary
Lindsey Dix, PHR, SHRM-CP
Roots HR Consulting
Lindsey has over 20 years experience between recruiting and Human Resources in various industries including; manufacturing, IT services and outside consulting. After spending a number of years with an HR Consulting firm, Lindsey followed her dream, went out on her own, and started her own company – Roots HR Consulting. Focusing on the day-to-day functions of HR, Roots partners with small businesses to help them with their HR needs. She also continues to do executive search.
Lindsey received her PHR certification back in 2014 and shortly after, received her SHRM-CP certification. She is an active member of Fox Valley SHRM and has also served on the Fox Valley SHRM Board of Directors as the VP of Professional Development and currently as the Director of Social Media. Lindsey is active in the community, attends many local events and is a member of Mid-Day Women’s Alliance, where she also volunteers her time to the Board.
VP of Electronic Communications
Kortney Jenks, SHRM-CP
City of Oshkosh
Kortney has been in the Human Resources field for 16 years in a variety of industries and Human Resource functions. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources Management from the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay. Kortney received her SHRM-CP certification in December 2016.
Kortney currently works at the City of Oshkosh in Oshkosh, WI as their HR Generalist. In her role she supports recruiting, wellness, training and strategic planning.
VP of Legislation
Patrick Leigl
von Briesen & Roper, s.c.
Education: University of Wisconsin La Crosse – 2010; Marquette University Law School – 2014
Patrick Leigl works as an attorney at von Briesen & Roper, s.c., and located in the Neenah offices. He focuses his practice on labor and employment, litigation and government law.
Patrick’s experience includes significant work in all areas of labor and employment law, including employee disciplinary actions, police and fire commission proceedings, discrimination claims, collective bargaining, and compliance with FMLA, ADA, and employee wages and benefits. Patrick is also a certified human resources professional through the Public Sector Human Resources Association. He has extensive litigation experience including all phases of litigation, administrative hearings and numerous jury trials. Patrick’s municipal, county and government experience encompasses a wide range of issues involving human resources, labor/employment, governance, operational, public records and open meeting issues, real estate transactions and tax incremental financing (TIF) and other forms of government financing. Prior to joining von Briesen, he served as a city attorney and assistant district attorney.
VP of Marketing
Samuel McIntyre
M3 Insurance
Sam McIntyre is an accomplished Employee Benefits Advisor known for his consultative approach and impressive record in the field. With a focus on building trusted relationships, Sam's goal is to match each organization with the employee benefits programs that are perfectly suited to their unique needs. He takes immense pride in helping clients become preferred employers by setting strategic objectives and executing employee benefits programs that not only stay on target, but also provide a return on investment.
Sam graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh with a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing and has amassed over 8 years of experience in the insurance industry with the last four years spent in the group benefits space.
VP of Marketing
Jason Shanda
M3 Insurance
Jason Shanda is the Director of Employee Benefits for M3 Insurance’s Green Bay office. He supports the agency’s efforts to gain new business and to build long lasting client relationships. He works with employers to design and implement employee benefit programs, manage risk and maintain appropriate levels of coverage. He joined M3 in 2019 after spending the previous 15 years of service with Humana. He has a BS in Economics from Lawrence University, BAs in Education and Social Science from UW-Platteville and a MBA from St. Norbert College. He is involved with Junior Achievement in Brown County, the Town of Ledgeview, and has a passion for coaching.
VP of Membership
Samuel McIntyre
M3 Insurance
Sam McIntyre is an accomplished Employee Benefits Advisor known for his consultative approach and impressive record in the field. With a focus on building trusted relationships, Sam's goal is to match each organization with the employee benefits programs that are perfectly suited to their unique needs. He takes immense pride in helping clients become preferred employers by setting strategic objectives and executing employee benefits programs that not only stay on target, but also provide a return on investment.
Sam graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh with a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing and has amassed over 8 years of experience in the insurance industry with the last four years spent in the group benefits space.
VP of Membership
Sarah Roberts, SHRM-CP, PRC
Navitus
VP of Professional Development
Taylor Linskens
Rise Dental Practices
Taylor Linskens is the Director of Human Resources at Rise Dental Practices, proudly serving and supporting four dental offices across the organization. With a SHRM-CP certification earned in 2023 and three years of HR experience in the dental field, Taylor brings both professionalism and heart to the workplace.
In her role, Taylor oversees hiring, onboarding, training, payroll, benefits, employee satisfaction, office culture, and development—always ensuring alignment with Rise’s purpose of being 5-star caregivers and living out core values.
Her true passion lies in watching employees grow—from their very first day to the confident, empowered team members they become. For Taylor, HR isn't just about processes—it's about people, purpose, and building a culture where everyone can thrive.
VP of Programming
Megan Leiser, SHRM-CP
M3
Megan Leiser, SHRM-CP, has been in Human Resources for 5 years. She has a master’s degree in Applied Behavioral Health from Washington University in St. Louis and bachelor’s degrees in Biology and Psychology from Illinois Wesleyan University. Megan obtained her SHRM-CP in May 2023 after participating in the FVSHRM study group! She currently works in Green Bay as Client Manager at M3 supporting organizations with their health benefit strategies.In her free time, Megan enjoys spending time with her husband and two kids or relaxing with a book and glass of wine.
VP of Workforce Readiness
amy hill
Kelly Services
I am a new stay-at-home mom with a passion for the HR field.
I have 25 years of Staffing and recruiting experience and I'm so excited to be able to share my knowledge and work with everyone to grow the resources we have available in the community and to encourage everyone’s strengths to find the right career path for them.
VP of Social Media
Caterina Cortese
Caterina has been in the Human Resources field for 7 years in the Manufacturing Industry. She received her BBA in Human Resources Management from the University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh. Caterina currently works at Gallmar Industries in Oshkosh. In her role she supports all facets of Human Resources and enjoys having a family oriented team. Caterina is always looking for ways to grow in the Human Resources profession which created her drive to join the Fox Valley SHRM board. Caterina enjoys coffee, going on walks with her Golden Retriever, drinks on a patio and living life to the fullest!
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