FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Beyond Vision Names New Member to Board of Directors –
Milwaukee, WI. December 17, 2025: Rob Buettner, President and CEO of Beyond Vision, and Board Chair, Mike Chew, announced the appointment of Kate Halfwassen to their Board of Directors.
Beyond Vision’s Board provides important strategic and mission focused guidance to the organization. Each member provides insight from their experience. Halfwassen brings a growth-minded focus to help Beyond Vision continue to expand career opportunities for people who are blind.
Kate Halfwassen, co-owner of MKE Business Coach, is a proven thought partner, having held key operations and finance roles throughout her career. Her C-Suite experience provides her with a deep understanding of business from the inside. She is known for championing empowerment and guiding teams toward achieving their growth goals.
“I’m humbled and honored to be offered this role. Beyond Vision has a proven track record—over a hundred years long—of doing the seemingly impossible, and I’m excited to roll up my sleeves alongside the team.” Halfwassen remarked, “I look forward to contributing a strategic, growth-focused perspective as we thoughtfully build the future of this amazing organization.”
With a proven career in both large for-profit and midsize nonprofits, Halfwassen has singular knowledge.
“We are very lucky to have Kate’s interest and support.” Buettner, President and CEO of Beyond Vision commented, “We have aggressive goals to grow and diversify our Mission and businesses. Her strategic operational knowledge will bring even greater depth to our Board.”
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About Beyond Vision: Beyond Vision, a 501(c)3 social enterprise, was founded in 1903 with the mission of providing employment opportunities to people who are legally blind. Beyond Vision continues to reduce the obstacles that people with vision loss face finding employment, achieving upward mobility and gaining the confidence to thrive. Careers at Beyond Vision offer financial stability and independence with services that include machining, call center, assembly, packaging, and kitting. Visit www.beyondvision.com to learn more.
About MKE Business Coach: MKE Business Coach is co-owned by husband-and-wife Growth Consultants, Brent and Kate Halfwassen. With over 48 years (and counting) of experience in business ownership, operations, and finance, the business was founded with one clear vision: to equip every business with the tools it needs to achieve its growth goals and succeed. Visit https://mkebusinesscoach.com/ for more information.
Contact: Diana Voigt, Director of Revenue & Marketing Beyond Vision
Phone: 414-778-5800
Email: dvoigt@beyondvision.com