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MIKE MARSCH
President
I’m Mike Marsch President of Wisconsin Property Taxpayers. I came to work for WPT on October 10, 1987.
I was hired as a member representative. When I started with the organization, we had less than 1,500 members. Today thanks to all the hard work of many member representatives WPT is Wisconsin’s largest taxpayer organization with over 18,000 business, farm and homeowner members. We are a force to be reckoned with when it comes to taxation and spending.
In November of 2011, my wife Kim and began managing the organization from Nancy Dohm, who operated the organization for about 10 months after the passing of her husband Tom Dohm who founded the organization in 1985. As you visit through the archives of this website, you will realize how instrumental WPT has been in all of the significant taxation and spending policy our great state of Wisconsin has adopted into law saving hundreds of millions of dollars over the years for Wisconsin taxpayers.
I am proud of the hard work and dedication of our past and present staff. No other organization in Wisconsin works harder to serve the interests of ALL taxpayers in pursuit of fair taxation and fiscal responsibility. I also want to thank our 18,000 members who stand in the gap with us every day. Without them, we would be just another fading voice in the wind. Instead we are a chorus of voices standing united for fairness and reform, which is heard loud and clear.
Paul Rozeski
Director of Government Relations and Member Services
Paul has lived in Wisconsin most of his life. Working jobs through high school, UW-Whitewater, and an online M.B.A., he has seen business from many different perspectives. On the hard work side of being an employee, he has held jobs including manufacturing and landscaping. On the high risk side of business ownership, he spent a year launching a startup and over nine years an independent contractor and small business owner. He has seen the issues both sides face and the different struggles to succeed.
His mission is to help the hard working underdog get ahead. Personally, he has volunteered for organizations like St. Vincent de Paul, Pregnancy Helpline Sharing Center, Parish Council and various soup kitchens. Professionally, he has regularly worked to be a connector for business professionals different networking groups, meetups, & associations, and sees WPT as a great resource to make improvements in their business and influence how the legislature impacts their business.
Paul currently lives in Madison with his wife Abbie and their five kids. They enjoy seeing all parts of Wisconsin by attending Packers, Badgers and Brewers games, visiting family in New Richmond, Medford, Coloma & Milwaukee, and going to the lake in Eagle River. They also enjoy camping trips to visit National Parks, Monuments, and other landmarks. Paul enjoys watching good television, reading, coaching/attending his kids activities, and running more than cleaning gutters or writing bios
Kim Marsch
Administrative Director
My role within WPT is to support our lobbying effort through the creation of communication tools such as website development, newsletter production and public forums. We as personnel know the great job we do for our member’s every day, but if the member doesn’t realize it, then we have not communicated adequately the seriousness of the issues or the opportunity presented to make a change in the way government works. A lobbying organization is only as strong and powerful as the membership it attempts to engage in the process this change.
Our Membership Representatives also rely on me to perform many of the day-to-day functions of the organization, assisting them in servicing our members, and of course the mundane administrative work that accounts for the payables and receivables of WPT. The bottom-line for me: I do whatever I can to make the organization better and more functional for our members.
LAURIE Rauk
Business Analyst
Hello! My name is Laurie Rauk and I work as the Business Analyst and Accounts Manager for Wisconsin Property Taxpayers, Inc. In my role, I work closely with our team member representatives to help them achieve their goals and to expand our organization's reach in various communities around the state. Being part of a team that supports the ordinary citizen's voice in the Wisconsin government is something I am very passionate about, especially in today's world where it can be challenging to actively participate in the discussion of proposals, laws, and budgets.
I recently completed my bachelor's degree in Organization Management, which was a long-term goal of mine. I also hold a Computer Science Degree in System Analysis, and my work experience in the IT field is something that comes in handy when dealing with various technical issues that arise. Additionally, I enjoy photography and producing digital content. I believe that creating artistic and engaging visual content enhances communication with our members, which is essential in helping them stay informed and engaged. As a lifetime resident of Wisconsin, I love exploring new places around our state. There's always something new to discover!
CHRISTINA Rauk
Administrative Assistant
I was born in Racine, but grew up in rural Central Wisconsin, in farmland country. This instilled in me an appreciation for the outdoors and love for wildlife. I graduated from high school and went to the UW of Marshfield, now part of UWSP. I obtained an Associates of Arts and Science Degree. I went to the UW of Stevens Point for two years, then furthered and completed my education at Mid-State Technical College, with a degree in Business Management and Accounting.
I am proud to be able to utilize my college degrees for WPT and make a difference.
I still live in the countryside of Central Wisconsin and enjoy doing hiking, camping, martial arts, and spending time with my family.
Matt Demmerly
Manager, Agriculture Member Representatives
I grew up in Babcock, Wisconsin in the heart of cranberry country. My family instilled in me a love for the outdoors, the value of hard work and love of country. After high school I went to work in t cranberry production, working my way up from summer help to cranberry marsh manager. In 2003 I left cranberry growing to start a small business which my wife and I operated successfully for 17 years. After selling the business in 2020, my desire to make a difference and wanting to see our rural way of life preserved led me to work for WPT.
I live in Arpin, Wisconsin with my wife and three younger children. I’m the father of six and grandfather of 3. We enjoy hunting, fishing, gardening and other outdoor activities.
Keith Schwalbe
Senior Business Member Representative
Keith joined the organization in 2015. Since then he has traveled thousands of miles meeting WPT members, and prospective members. Keith's mission is to serve members and to keep them updated on WPT initiatives and member benefits -- which have been greatly expanded!
Prior to his WPT calling, Keith served in jobs as wide ranging as media, radio news, newspaper ad sales, insurance, and inside sales- for one of Wisconsin’s largest privately held firms. His belief is in the value of WPT and the connections it brings to make Wisconsin a better place to live, work and play. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from UW Oshkosh.
Keith and his wife, Wendy, have three grown children and live in Oshkosh. He grew up in Sheboygan and enjoys outdoor pursuits, especially fishing. Keith loves to root for our state’s sports teams. According to Keith, there is no better place than Wisconsin!
Kari Johnson
Business Member Representative
Kari is originally from Nevada but has lived in Wisconsin for several years. She is a woman who has worn many hats in the business world. Along with having experience as a hard working employee she has several years as a business owner under her belt as well.
She was the co-owner of two successful businesses! One a hunting ranch and the other a fiber optic cable installation company. With that being said she has seen first hand the many challenges and rewards of owning a business.
Kari currently resides in Altoona with her two dogs and young daughter. Her favorite things to do involve spending time with her daughter. She loves to take her new places, teach her new things, and is always in the stands at any school events.
PAUL LANG
Agricultural Member Representative
Hi! I’m Paul Lang. I’m 43 years old and I live in Eau Claire. I have two awesome boys, Johnny (8) and Paul (7). I grew up in a small town called Prairie Farm in Barron County I went to tech school for HVAC but most of my professional career, I’ve been in sales.
My dad was a pastor serving two country churches. One was just north and the other was just south of Prairie Farm. Growing up there, I became aware how hard farmers work. When I was a teenager I baled hay, helped with milking and did other farm chores. Some of the farmers were members of my church. Many of my school friends were children of farmers. One of the concerns of farmers is the amount of their income that must be paid for taxes.
I have had conversations with farmers, tradesmen and other professionals. These talks have convinced me that many people today have to struggle to make ends meet. Prices are up across the board. Income isn’t keeping up with inflation.
I am deeply concerned to help our farm families in any way that I can. So I am passionate to begin work for WPT. I have begun my new position of Ag Rep for Northwestern Wisconsin. I now have enjoyed travelling to and visiting with farmers in this part of the state.
I believe that by promoting membership in Wisconsin Property Taxpayers, I can help farmers keep our state government from approving harsh tax rates. For that reasons I am thrilled to be part of a movement designed to help our family farmers and small business owners keep a better portion of the income they worked so hard to earn.
JARED KEY
Business Member Representative
Hello! I'm Jared Key, Business Member Representative for Wisconsin Property Taxpayers, Inc. I am excited to represent an organization that serves as a strong voice for our members, keeping them informed and assisting them in achieving success in Wisconsin.
I believe the best way to secure your future is by aligning with a group that can represent and advocate for you. With only so many hours in a day, while you're focused on your goals and what you need to get done, WPT is working and advocating on your behalf.
In my career, I have advocated for childcare and foster care in Wisconsin and witnessed firsthand the impact of educating and engaging with our leaders. They are constantly being approached with various concerns and issues. What excites me about WPT is our consistent ranking at or near the top among groups that influence state government. Our ability to reach out and have meaningful conversations with leaders, who recognize WPT and understand what we offer, sets us apart as an advocacy group.
On a personal note, I hold an M.B.A. from Viterbo University, which has provided a solid foundation for my career. I also enjoy biking on the La Crosse River State Trail and have recently taken up pickleball. If anyone has tips or would like to challenge me to a game, feel free to send me an email—I'm always up for a friendly match. I look forward to connecting with you in person, and if you have any questions about WPT, please don't hesitate to reach out. I always appreciate meeting and talking with our members.
JEFF NOVITZKE
Agricultural Member Representative
As a third-generation farmer in Wisconsin, I was born, raised, and worked on the family farm. Outside of crop management and being a leader in innovation, one of my greatest accomplishments included having a certification in insemination leading to my successes in heard management and production with AAA mating.
Through my love of farming and ranching, and an inspiration for the success of farming and ranching communities also came additional accomplishments; I saw a need in rural communities to be able to access necessary and urgent needs closer to home such as feeds, overnight birthing’s needs, pet supplies, tools, equipment, repairs, and everyday household items which grew into opening a farm, ranch, pet, hardware, and retail store.
While not having much time left in my days, I managed to make some time to enjoy a few of my other passions. I loved being on the farm, ranching, and loved having the opportunity to enjoy all that nature had to offer including logging, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, and valuing spending time catching up with family and friends.
God Bless America! God Bless the Farmer’s and Rancher’s! God bless each and every one, who put in the hard work every day to keep this country going in a positive direction no matter how much of a struggle each day may bring.
SYBIL WINCHEL-CLARK
Agricultural Member Representative
Hi, My name is Sybil and l and am proud to call Wisconsin my home state. I am from LaCrosse and moved to the Madison area to attend Edgewood College, graduating Cum Laude, with a degree in Graphic Design.
I have been fortunate to help many organizations grow profitably with roles in both Marketing and Sales. I was blessed to grow up on a small family dairy and horse farm in both Northern and Central Wisconsin. I still enjoy working on the farm milking cows and help out at a local, family owned dairy near my home in Evansville.
Joining the WPT team has given me the opportunity to use both my farm and career experience to serve our membership in continuing to fight for fairness and reform concerning taxation. I love being part of the ag community, meeting our members, listening to their concerns and creating positive change to help them not only stay in business but thrive during these challenging times.
When not driving the beautiful back country roads visiting our membership, you can find this nature lover kayaking the endless local waterways, hiking a scenic trail and baking chocolate chip cookies for my son and his friends which they say are the best cookies ever!