U.S. Venture, Inc

11/13/2025

Our November gratitude series continues for , and today we’re spotlighting Jerry from U.S. Energy!

He shares what makes his work so meaningful: “It’s inspiring to be part of a group that’s bold enough to try new things and committed enough to make them work. Thank you all for making the journey so rewarding.”

Thank you for sharing your perspective with us, Jerry!

11/11/2025

Today, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the courageous men and women who have served our nation. A special thank you to our team members and their families who are veterans—your dedication and service are truly appreciated! 💙

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11/06/2025

All November long, we’re sharing heartfelt reflections from our team on why they’re grateful to work at U.S. Venture.

Today’s spotlight: Melinda, senior director of operational transformation at Breakthrough. Thank you, Melinda, for sharing your story.

More gratitude moments coming soon!

11/04/2025

We couldn't be more excited to bring this event to life! Giving back is part of who we are, and Just Dance 2026 is a perfect way to spotlight the incredible nonprofits doing essential work in our community.

We are so grateful for our partners and can't wait for you to meet the dancers. A special shout-out to Megan Biese, director of marketing at U.S. Energy, who is proudly representing U.S. Venture and dancing in support of Bubolz Nature Preserve. Get ready to cheer them on!

🎉 It’s official!
U.S. Venture is proud to present Just Dance 2026 — a brand-new community fundraising event happening February 21, 2026 at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center!
Ten local dancers will take the stage, each raising funds for a local nonprofit they love. 💛
100% of donations go directly to support essential services for people in our community.

Donate and Register Here: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/JustDance

10/29/2025

What a week of hope, strength, and community. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for our Breast Cancer Awareness events. It was powerful to see our community come together, wearing pink to show unwavering solidarity and support.

Together, we raised funds for the Ribbon of Hope Foundation. We honor the survivors, fighters, caregivers, and loved ones whose journeys inspire us all.

Thank you for making this week so meaningful. 🎀

10/24/2025

We are incredibly proud to see Alison Schmidt from our U.S. Energy team featured in the Texas Food & Fuel Association’s “Celebrating Women in Petroleum” spotlight!

Alison's story highlights the significant impact women are making in the energy industry. Her leadership and dedication are an inspiration to us all. 👏
Join us in congratulating Alison!

We’re thrilled to share that our very own Alison Schmidt received a spotlight in Texas Food & Fuel Association's 'Celebrating Women in Petroleum' segment!

In an often male-dominated field, Alison’s story is a testament to the incredible impact women are making in the petroleum industry. 💪

Get to know Alison and her inspiring journey here: http://bit.ly/47majGv

10/20/2025

More than 50 SheVentures members soaked up powerful insights and strategies at the 2025 Women's Leadership Conference. Feeling the energy and ready to build on this momentum. ✨

A huge thank you to New Sage Strategies, LLC for hosting such an amazing and motivational event. We can't wait to see what next year has in store!

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10/16/2025

We are thrilled to celebrate 5 consecutive years of being certified by Great Place To Work!

On , we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our amazing team members. Your passion, dedication, and hard work are what make this achievement possible.

Here's to creating an inspiring workplace together!

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10/14/2025

Meet Joe, director of business development, Breakthrough! 👋

His passion for collaborative innovation helps us continue to deliver greater efficiencies and savings for our partners.

09/30/2025

With 100+ submissions, our team members showcased an inspiring commitment to innovation and continuous improvement. The inaugural Finding a Better Way Awards honor those who have gone above and beyond to improve processes and drive our company forward.

We are thrilled to announce the 2025 winners:

First Place: Meghan Beeber, for her impactful work on the credit card process change.

Second Place: Murali Balakrishnan, Jeff Kruse, and Shelly Zeinert, for their successful implementation of the new fax capability.

Third Place (tie): Miguel Mejia and Darwin Romero, for the mirror alignment project that improved warehouse safety.

Haley Johnson, Gary Ingersoll, CSP, Tim Lenz, Spenser Hoffman, and Kari Chmiel, MBA, for their collaborative work on the PIT certification project.

Congratulations to all our winners and nominees! Your creativity and dedication inspire us all to keep Finding a Better Way, every single day.

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09/22/2025

This week is all about celebrating the heart of our company: our incredible team! 🎉

To every single team member, thank you. Your hard work, passion, and dedication are the foundation of our success. From keeping operations running flawlessly to developing innovative solutions and providing outstanding client support, your contributions make all the difference.

We are so grateful for everything you do. Let's make this Team Member Appreciation Week special!