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MaryBeth Matzek

  • Communications Manager, O'Connor Connective
Appleton, Wisconsin
As seen in: Milwaukee Business Journal, Sacramento Business Journal, The Business Journals, EIN News, The Penny Hoarder, University of Wisconsin Green Bay, PBS Wisconsin, BizTimes Milwaukee, Wisconsin Watch, Madison365 and
Covers:  health insurance, manufacturing, entrepreneurship, paper, law, healthcare, insurance, social media
Writer. Editor. Mom. Volunteer.

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MaryBeth Matzek’s Biography

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A writer and editor with nearly 20 years of experience in magazines and newspapers. I launched my freelance business seven years ago and primarily focus on writing for B2B publications and have expertise covering healthcare, insurance, paper, and manufacturing industries.

MaryBeth Matzek’s Journalist Portfolio

COVER STORY - Steering their own course - Innovation drives Mercury Marine's growth

COVER STORY - Steering their own course - Innovation drives Mercury Marine's growth

Sitting back and relaxing on the water this summer, chances are you'll see the name "Mercury Marine" zip by. …

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COVER STORY - Solution seekers

COVER STORY - Solution seekers

As health care reform creates questions for business, Dr. Dean Gruner of ThedaCare and other industry leaders…

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Is Working from Home Really Right for You?

Is Working from Home Really Right for You?

Almost everyone dreams of working from home: sitting at your computer in your PJs, listening to music and gra…

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INSIGHT - connecting business & people in the new north

INSIGHT - connecting business & people in the new north

It's a concern Dean Stewart hears over and over again from manufacturers: We can't find enough skilled worker…

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How to Break Out of the Feast and Famine Cycle

How to Break Out of the Feast and Famine Cycle

Being a freelance blogger sometimes feels a bit like riding a rollercoaster. First, you're too busy to breath…

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Articles

Gay principal alleges discrimination in lawsuit

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By MaryBeth Matzek, Avery Martinez Verified
| Wisconsin Law Journal Verified
IN BRIEF Former Raymond School District principal Jeffrey Peterson alleges he was pushed out of his job because he is gay. The federal lawsuit claims school board members and allies fabricated performance complaints and false allegations about Peterson as a pretext for firing him. Peterson alleges former Superintendent Michael Garvey made comments suggesting his sexual orientation was a problem and later gave him the first poor evaluation of his lengthy education career.
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Immigration cuts could deepen U.S. eldercare shortage

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By MaryBeth Matzek, Jaime Raul Zepeda
| Wisconsin Law Journal Verified
In 2030, more Americans will die than are born. The Congressional Budget Office puts the crossover that year, the same year the youngest baby boomer turns 65. After that, every additional person in this country arrives from somewhere else. Population growth stops being something we produce and becomes something we admit. We’re admitting fewer. Net immigration ran near 410,000 last year.
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AI puts pressure on law firms’ billable hour model

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By MaryBeth Matzek, Joel Stashenko
| Wisconsin Law Journal Verified
IN BRIEF About 7 in 10 law firms have adopted AI tools for legal work, including research, document drafting and e-discovery, but billing practices have been slower to change. Clients are increasingly questioning traditional billable hours as AI allows attorneys to complete some research and drafting tasks more quickly. Legal industry experts expect growing pressure for alternative fee arrangements that emphasize value, outcomes, predictable costs and risk-sharing.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Besides working at our high school paper for a semester, it was with The Daily Cardinal at the University of Wisconsin.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

For my first school report back in 7th grade. Disaster!

How is social media changing news?

I find myself seeing breaking news via Twitter first before seeing it elsewhere. The tweets lead me to websites or NPR.