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PortSide News Releases
Whether hiring a new employee, announcing new features or celebrating commercial openings, look here to find out what PortSide is celebrating throught Door County, the Fox Valley and Oshkosh areas. Click on the News Release name to go to the article.
Paul Landhwere Hired as New Chief Financial Officer ( 2008)
Renovated Ephraim Firehouse Holds Ribbon Cutting ( 2008)
PortSide Becomes Certified as Wisconsin Log Home Builder ( 2008)
SunShine House in Sturgeon Bay Has Grand Opening (June 3, 2008)
Ribbon Cuting Marks Opening of Clubhouse at The Orchards (May 15, 2008)
Joe Porten Joins PortSide as Remodeling Custom Designer (April 21, 2008)
HELP of Door County Ribbon Cutting & Open House (October 26, 2008)
Downtown On 4th Office Complex Holds Ribbon Cutting (October 11, 2007)
BridgeView Hair Design Adds New Look to South 2nd Avenue (July 16, 2007)
Nor Door Sport & Cyclery's Grand Opening Holds Celebration (July 3, 2007)
Sneakers & Boots Expands to East Side Location (July 22, 2007)
On Deck Ribbon Cutting Marks New Store in Sturgeon Bay (June 22, 2006)
PortSide Receives "Family Business of the Year" and "Builders Edge" Awards (May 15, 2006)
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Paul Landhwere hired as new Chief Financial Officer ( 2008)
PortSide Builders, Inc. is proud to announce the hiring of Paul Landwehr. As the company's new Chief Financial Officer, Paul will be operating the finances from PortSide's Door County office. Paul graduated with a degree in Accounting from UW-Whitewater and has held jobs in Milwaukee and Green Bay. Paul spent the last 8 years as CFO at Van's Lumber in Dykesville. At PortSide, Paul is responsible for overseeing and handling the financial aspects of each department and for the company as a whole. PortSide Builders, Inc. was established in 1977 and is located at 810 S. Lansing Ave. in Sturgeon Bay and is a general contractor for new construction and remodeling. For more information about PortSide or to speak to Paul, call 743-0313. |
Renovated Ephraim Firehouse Holds Ribbon Cutting ( 2008)
The Historic Ephraim Firehouse on Hwy 42 in across from the marina in Ephraim has undergone a complete restoration. This is a project the entire Village can
be proud of. The building was in dire need of structural upgrades as well as a complete facelift.
The old firehouse has been restored to appear as it did when it was built in the early 1930's. The renovated Firehouse will become a museum and hold the city's first fire apparatus, a 1934 Ford pumper, along with a 1922 Ford Model T on loan by one of its resident's. Along with the historic vehicles, the museum is slated to hold artifacts from the department. |
PortSide Becomes Certified as Wisconsin Log Home Builder ( 2008)
PortSide Builders, Inc. is proud to announce its relationship with Wisconsin Log Homes as an authorized builder. PortSide President Paul Shefchik commented, "We recognized Wisconsin Log Homes's superior products and services as an additional asset to our clients." Wisconsin Log Homes offers the finest in hybrid custom home designs, log and timber products and the same high customer satisfaction PortSide is known for. For over three decades, Wisconsin Log Homes has led the industry in providing log and timber homes that are superior in design and performance. Their team developed the award-winning Thermal-Log Building System in 1976, which was designed to ensure that insulation and thermal-mass work effectively together within the framework of a tightly insulated house, locking out costly air infiltration and eliminating log-wall settling. Wisconsin Log Homes' building technology allows for a wide variety of interior styles and finishes - from the rustic statement of hand-hewned logs and timbers, to contemporary styles with wood accents, and everything in between. By aligning Wisconsin Log Homes' superior products, pre-planning guidance, custom design, and interior design and decor services with PortSide's proven commitment to quality construction, attention to detail and customer service, they are now able to provide valued clients with the ultimate experience from start to finish when designing and building their one-of-a-kind hybrid log or timber home. For more information about building a Wisconsin Log Home with PortSide, call 746-1092. |
SunShine House in Sturgeon Bay Has Grand Opening (June 16, 2008)
Going to work every day at the Sunshine House brings a sense of dignity and self worth to the agency's 57 employees. More employees will be able to achieve that goal with the completion of a 17,000-square-foot addition. Another 12,600 square feet of space was remodeled to provide services for employees. PortSide Builders, Inc., located just down the street from the Sunshine House, served as general contractor for the mostly steel building. To finance the projects, an 18-month capital campaign raised more than $1.5 million, said Paul Kok, chief executive officer at Sunshine House. The donations show that Door County residents care about people with special needs, he said. |
Ribbon Cutting Marks Opening of New Clubhouse/Restaurant & Bar at The Orchards
A ribbon cutting ceremony took place Thursday, May 15 to celebrate the completion of the the new clubhouse / restaurant & bar at The Orchards in Egg Harbor, an 18 hole championship golf course.
After a fire destroyed the former club house / restaurant & bar in late summer of 2007, the course continued to operate out of a temporary structure the rest of the season. Through the winter, The Orchards contracted local companies Marc Isaksen Design, LLC to design and PortSide Builders, Inc. to build the new 7,513 sq. ft. facility.
The new club house / restaurant and bar will also offer: a fully stocked pro shop, men's and women's locker rooms and shower facilities and a full service bar and grill with space for banquets." We have taken the opportunity to upgrade the facility to compliment our championship course. The clubhouse will offer many new amenities, such as WI-FI and meeting rooms/ work areas" commented Jack Jackson, managing partner of The Orchards.
The Orchards is located at 8125 Heritage Lake Rd. in Egg Harbor and has been operating since 2000. |
Joe Porten Joins PortSide as Remodeling Custom Designer/Building Consultant (April 21, 2008)
PortSide Builders, Inc. is proud to announce the hiring of Joe Porten. After being self-employed for the last 26 years, Joe has joined the Door County home construction company as a Remodeling Custom Designer / Building Consultant. No stranger to remodeling, Joe spent the last 18 years as owner of Cabinet Cove in Sturgeon Bay, which primarily featured kitchen and bath remodeling from start to finish. Joe joined PortSide in order to focus more on selling and designing. "I'm excited to spend my time working directly with the customers," Joe said. Working with customers directly, Joe will work on desigining remodel / addition plans for customers or working with their architect. Customers meet with Joe to discuss the design, products and cost of changes in their existing home. PortSide Builders, Inc. was established in 1977 and is located at 810 S. Lansing Ave. in Sturgeon Bay and is a general contractor for new construction and remodeling. For more information about PortSide or to speak to Joe, call 743-0326. |
HELP of Door County Ribbon Cutting & Open House (October 28, 2007)
HELP of Door County, Inc. celebrated the grand opening of their new facilities at 219 Green Bay Rd, Suite 1 in Sturgeon Bay on Sunday, October 28th. An open house was highlighted by an official ribbon cutting ceremony. HELP of Door County, Inc. is a non-profit organization whose goal is to eliminate domestic abuse through prevention and intervention services and to advocate for social change. One year ago, HELP's volunteer Board of Directors decided to begin the search for a new location that could give their clients better privacy, allow more efficient office work, be more visible to the public and sustain their space for a long period of time. Once the site at Green Bay Rd was selected, a capital campaign began in December 2006 and remodeling began in late July of 2007. The new facility, renovated by PortSide Builders, Inc. and designed by architect Dave Valentine, gives HELP staff and clients 3,400 square feet of security and privacy. The building is the former site of Pak Mail and H&R Block. The two vacant spaces were combined, walls were built and other updates added to make for a valuable resource for privacy and confidentiality. For more information, please contact Barb Maskell (HELP Executive Director) at 920-743-8785. |
Downtown On 4th Office Complex Holds Ribbon Cutting (October 11, 2007)
A corner of downtown Sturgeon Bay has been revitalized by developer Steve Jacobs's new office complex, Downtown on 4th. By demolishing a delapitated older store and adding extensive updates to an exisisting office building, a luxury location with all new utilities has been developed for seven downtown businesses.This building is conveniently located across from the post office and one block away from 3rd Avenue with it's restaurants and shopping. 4th Avenue is one of Sturgeon Bay's busiest streets and is sure to provide great visibility to all the tenants of the building. Currently occupying the building are Serendipity: Massage Therapy & Bodyworks, LLC and H&R Block. The ribbon cutting took place at 11:00 am in the parking lot at 101 North 4th Avenue. Representatives from the City, Door County Visitor And Convention Bureau, Sturgeon Bay Visitor and Convention Bureau, PortSide Builders along with current tenants were present. For more information, contact Steve Jacobs at (920) 746-8393. |
BridgeView Hair Design, LLC Adds New Look to South 2nd Avenue (July 16, 2007)
The south side of 2nd Avenue in Sturgeon Bay is getting a make-over. Part of that make-over is the addition of the new BridgeView Hair Design, LLC. Several months ago, no one took note of the worn cinder building at 112 S. 2nd Avenue. With it's transformation by PortSide Builders, Inc., the beautiful stucco building now houses a full service salon that offers tanning and select spa services. The owners of BridgeView Hair Design, LLC are Shelly Wolfgram-Zager, Cathy Collins, Susan Vandertie, Pamela Bretl, Heidi Tosta and Barb McCormick. For more information, contact Shelly, Cathy, Susan, Pamela, Heidi or Barb at BridgeView Hair Design, LLC at (920) 743-5240. |
Nor Door Sport & Cyclery's Grand Opening is a Three Day Celebration (July 3, 2007)
The official grand opening for Nor Door Sport & Cyclery in Fish Creek will take place over three days, Friday, Saturday and Sunday July 6-8th. The former shop and adjacent building were taken down last fall to accomodate the new 7,000 square foot retail store and repair shop. Nor Door Sports & Cyclery is a popular bike rental, repair and retail shop across from Peninsula State Park in Fish Creek. In Winter, the shop also rents skis and outdoor sport equipment. Owner Brian "Stretch" Merkel and family are proud to showcase the new store by hosting activities and having in-store specials all weekend. The store's airy open concept is comfortable, inviting and informative, providing the guest customer with a myriad of top brand name products to fit virtually every cycling need. The Merkel famly invites you to come and share their commitment to the future this weekend. Among the activities are: clinics, prizes, brat fry and the first annual Bill Bastian Memorial bike ride. FRIDAY, July 6th 6:45 pm - Official Ribbon Cutting 7:00 pm - Road Clinic 7:30 pm - Women's Specific Clinic SATURDAY, July 7th 9:00 am - Store Opens w/ gifts for first 100 guests 10:00 am - Charity ride & Brat Fry Hourly door prizes Including TREK 820 Bike SUNDAY, July 8th Hourly door prizes including TREK 820 Bike LOCATION: 4007 HWY 42, FISH CREEK ACROSS FROM PENINSULA STATE PARK. For more information, contact Brian Merkel at (920) 868-2275. |
Sneakers & Boots Expands to East Side Location (July 22, 2007)
The official groundbreaking for Sneakers Too, Inc. was held early morning Friday, June 22. The new child care facility is located at 1743 Egg Harbor Rd. Branching from the established child care facility Sneakers & Boots, Inc. on the city's west side, Sneakers Too, Inc. will serve the Sevastopol and Sturgeon Bay districts on the city's east side. Sneakers Too will have occupancy for 89 children between the ages of 6 weeks and 11 years old. The facility will follow the same successful Creative Curriculum as the west side location. The building will be over 7,000 sq ft, will have seven rooms and employ between 13-15 people. Sneakers Too is expecting to open in October, 2007. For more information, contact Lou Ann or Jayne at (920) 746-0213.Attending the official groundbreaking ceremony were: Allen Sunstrom, Alan Shefchik and Dave Phillips (PortSide Builders, Inc.); Mayor Tom Voegele; Kevin O'Donnell (City Administrator); Lou Ann Papke (Sneakers Too); Annie Williams (Door County Visitor Center); Dave Loritz (The Business Bank); and Todd Trimberger (SBVCB). |
On Deck Ribbon Cutting Marks New Store in Sturgeon Bay (June 22, 2006)
To celebrate the grand opening of their newly renovated building in Sturgeon Bay, On Deck Clothing Company held a ribbon cutting ceremony June 16th. Interior and exterior renovations of the historic theatre building on the corner of 3rd Ave. and Jefferson Street were recently completed to preserve the historic architecture while accommodating a fashionable clothing store. Gathered for the ribbon cutting were: Larry Shefchik and Jim Englebert (PortSide Builders, Inc.), Becky McKee (SBVCB), Mitch Larson (On Deck Owner), Joe Quail (PortSide Builders, Inc.) and Marc Isaksen (Isaksen Architects). |
PortSide Receives "Family Business of the Year" and "Builders Edge" Awards (May 15, 2006)
"Our values are how we interact with our
people, our customers and the various
communities where we live and work.' This statement in the company charter lays a good foundation for why PortSide recently received recognition from two separate organizations, the BuildersEdge Awards and the Wisconsin Family Business of the Year Awards. Both complimented and recognized PortSide for supporting the communities which we serve through active participation and involvement.
In the nomination papers submitted to each organization, Operations Manager Larry Shefchik stated, “We especially feel that it is essential to not only support [local] organizations financially but also with our time and talent as well. We know from our involvement that these organizations provide very important services to the communities.”
Some of the specific community involvement considered by the judges, included:
continued involvement and key leadership positions with local Home Builders Associations; support and leadership involvement in Economic Development Corporations; involvement with local Chamber of Commerces; monetary and employee involvement with
the YMCA; support in building community-based
structures; and showing a commitment to their employees. 'I can not say enough about how happy I am that you (PortSide) are a 2006 BuildersEdge awardee. You have a great story to tell, which will encourage others in this and other industries."
Joe Simon Chairman of the Builders Edge
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