'WisBusiness: The Show' features WGA's Scholz; commentary examines Ohio's data network plan
Talkin' Grocers The WGA's BRANDON SCHOLZ recently appeared on WisBusiness.com: The Show. Scholz talked about the WGA, social media and the minimum markup law, all in three minutes. Click here to see the You Tube video - fast forward to 5:16.
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2012 Recall Update 
Walker Leads Barrett in
New Poll --
The first independent poll
numbers for the governor's recall election on June 5 are out. Rasmussen Reports gives embattled Republican Governor Scott Walker a five-point lead over his Democratic challenger, Tom Barrett. 50% of likely voters said they'd support Walker. Barrett got 45%.
Thank You Society Insurance The WGA Board of Director's held its 2nd Quarter Board meeting at the main office of Society Insurance in Fond du Lac. Society Insurance is the WGA's endorsed provider for workers compensation insurance programs. BRAD KORKOW and MEL CAKMAK were the hosts for the event and the WGA's main contacts for the program. Society Insurance offers one of the broadest property/casualty food retailer insurance programs around for grocery stores, supermarkets, gas stations, convenience stores and more. So whether you own a single neighborhood grocery store or a supermarket chain, it's worth checking out what Supermarket Insurance programs Society has to offer. As a business insurance policyholder, you can extend limits and coverages with their special extension endorsement at no additional charge. Members of the Wisconsin Grocers Association receive exclusive benefits for your Workers Compensation insurance.
WGA members reaped the benefits of Society Insurance's WGA-endorsed workers compensation program once again last year, receiving nearly $450,000 in dividends. But what truly sets Society Insurance apart from the competition is the array of services that come with each policy. Society's experienced claims representatives are experts in the workers compensation field and are committed to reducing your costs through thorough claims investigations, controlled medical costs, and a Return to Work program that is unrivaled in the insurance industry. Best of all, Society's integrated risk control services go the extra mile to reduce the chances of injury in the first place. To learn more about the uncommon value Society Insurance can provide you, please contact Mel Cakmak at (888) 786-2438 or visit societyinsurance.com.
New Posting Requirement The WGA was recently made aware of an updated posting for the Employee Polygraph Protection Act (effective January, 2012). Since this was updated after the 2012 WGA Superposter (maroon) was printed, please post it next to your Superposter to remain in compliance. Click here to download the posting. Contact Sarah Decorah with any questions.
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