Edward Francis Anhalt Explained

Edward F. Anhalt
Birth Name:Edward Francis Anhalt
Birth Date:19 February 1946
Birth Place:Providence, Rhode Island
Nationality:American
Alma Mater:University of Wisconsin-Madison
Occupation:Founder
Years Active:1995–present
Organization:Banking on Kids
Spouse:Beverly Belfer[1]
Children:Lexie Anhalt
Website:http://bankingonkids.org/

Edward Francis Anhalt is a professor, event promoter in the Milwaukee area, and founder of Banking on Kids, a company that promotes fiscal responsibility in elementary and middle school students.

Early life

Edward Francis Anhalt was born to Jack and Sadye (née Moskol) Anhalt.[2] Anhalt earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, a Master of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and a doctoral degree from Rutgers University.[3] Anhalt taught at Muhlenberg College,[3] and also taught as a professor of business at Cardinal Stritch University and presently is Dean of Education at International University for Graduate Studies.[4]

Career

Banking on Kids

Anhalt is the president of Banking On Kids,[5] a company that helps K-8 students become fiscally prudent by opening student-run-banks in their schools.[6] Founded in 1995 by Anhalt,[7] [8] his initiatives represented an example of local banks becoming involved in elementary and middle school education: In 1999, the organization started programs in 75 schools with the help of 15 banks in the Milwaukee area. The program, which is curricular-driven, sets many goals for students, such as opening their own savings account.[9] Anhalt believes the program is beneficial because it helps students set financial habits early on.[10] [11] [12] Anhalt has also stated that another goal of the organization is to reduce the use of check-cashing services, which he called "legalized loan sharking."[8] Such services take a significant percentage cut from the value of the check, and Anhalt argues that more emphasis needs to be placed on individuals saving money and using banks.[8]

Event promotion and coordinating

Under his organization, Just Like Downtown, Anhalt marketed, promoted, and coordinated several promotional events in the Milwaukee area. For instance, he promoted several "best of" contests featuring local foods such as frozen custard, fish fries, and pizza.[3] He also organized and promoted the idea for the Park-it Market at County Stadium in 1982, which was a flea market described as "Milwaukee's biggest rummage sale ever." The event attracted 600 sellers and an estimated 8,000 to 10,000 attendees.[13] [14] Anhalt was noted for his atypical promotional strategy, such as using WBCS radio as a method to advertise the event.[15]

Anhalt is also responsible for orchestrating or promoting numerous events in the Milwaukee area:

He previously served as the development manager for the Milwaukee County Department of Parks, Recreation, and Culture,[20] Marketing Director for the King Solomon Mines in Eilat, Israel,[21] and Education Consultant for the Greater Milwaukee Education Trust.[22] In 2010, Anhalt ran for County Executive of Milwaukee County.[23] [24]

Bibliography

Notes and References

  1. News: . Tucson Region . Obituaries . September 9, 2012 . https://archive.today/20130204173356/http://web2.tucson.com/classified/obits.php?action=view_obit&ticket_id=0003491243-01802 . February 4, 2013 . dead .
  2. News: B5 . . June 19, 2007 . Tucson Region . Funeral Notices . August 28, 2012 . https://web.archive.org/web/20150924191738/http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1P2-27051776.html. dead. September 24, 2015.
  3. News: Kloss. Gerals. How the professor became a promoter. September 8, 2012. The Milwaukee Journal. February 23, 1983.
  4. Web site: Edward F. Anhalt. International University. August 25, 2012.
  5. Web site: About Dr. Anhalt. Banking On Kids. August 24, 2012.
  6. Web site: Information for Parents & Educators. Banking on Kids. August 24, 2012.
  7. 1. Bank Technology News. July 1, 2000. 14. 7. Banks Toy Around With Burgeoning Kids Market.. John Hackett. August 28, 2012. https://archive.today/20130117002234/http://www.americanbanker.com/btn/13_7/-129107-1.html?zkPrintable=true. dead. January 17, 2013.
  8. 26. Northwestern Financial Review . April 15, 2002. 287. 8. Banking on Kids helps develop savvy skills for saving money in Wisconsin . Justin Dullum. August 28, 2012. https://web.archive.org/web/20160319025659/https://www.highbeam.com/doc/1P3-118441298.html. dead. March 19, 2016.
  9. Department enhances Bank's community role. Bank Notes (Federal Reserve, Kansas City). December 2003. 2–3.
  10. Web site: Mader. Becca. Lessons in personal finances. The Business Journal. August 25, 2012. November 24, 2002.
  11. Web site: McMillan. Alex Frew. Start your kids saving early. CNNMoney. August 24, 2012.
  12. Turning Kids into Good Consumers and Employees, b3:Build Better Business, pp. 18–19, January/February 1999
  13. News: Gauger. Michael. Bergains are hit of Stadium day. August 25, 2012. The Milwaukee Journal. June 6, 1982.
  14. News: Gillesepie. Scott. Buyers, sellers sold on market in Stadium lot. August 25, 2012. The Milwaukee Sentinel. June 7, 1982.
  15. News: Begel. Dave. Leave it to Begel. August 25, 2012. The Milwaukee Journal. June 6, 1982.
  16. News: Bottled Brewers' sod has supervisor fizzling. August 25, 2012. The Milwaukee Sentinel. October 29, 1982.
  17. News: WLPX AMUSEMENT PLAYERS EXPO. August 25, 2012. Replay Magazine. March 27, 1983.
  18. News: 1 . . April 19, 1998 . News . Math Game Prizes Add Up Packers Tickets, Computer Among Premiums For Contest That Begins Monday . Jo Sandin.
  19. News: 1 . . January 24, 1999 . News . New Reading Contest Aims To Improve Students' Scores – The Reading Game . Geeta Sharma-Jensen.
  20. News: Parks position is awarded to local promoter. August 25, 2012. The Milwaukee Sentinel. January 3, 1991.
  21. News: A 'fantasy' for Israel. August 25, 2012. The Milwaukee Journal. November 26, 1989.
  22. News: Sharma-Jensen. Geeta. New reading contest aims to improve students' scores. August 25, 2012. Milwaukee Sentinel. January 24, 1999.
  23. News: . December 1, 2010. Educator wants to lead county. Steve Schultze . August 28, 2012.
  24. News: . December 8, 2010 . Milwaukee County hopefuls wait and see on sidelines . Steve Schultze . August 28, 2012 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20160303214553/http://m.jsonline.com/111481149.htm . March 3, 2016 .

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