Jim Nemeth Appointed as VP for Finance & Operations/CFO at Blackhawk

Jim Nemeth is set to assume the role of Vice President for Finance & College Operations/CFO at Blackhawk Technical College on Wednesday, July 5. Nemeth will succeed Renea Ranguette, who has held the position for the past 13 years and will retire on Friday, June 30.

A Janesville native and graduate of Parker High School, Nemeth brings a strong background in financial expertise to the college. He joins Blackhawk from Aspirus Health, where he held the position of Director of Corporate Treasury and Health Plan.

Nemeth’s association with Blackhawk extends beyond his recent appointment. He has been an adjunct accounting instructor at Blackhawk since 2020. Additionally, he has been an active member of the Blackhawk Technical College Foundation Board since 2010.

“I’ve had a longtime appreciation for Blackhawk and what it does for the community,” Nemeth said. “I’m thrilled to be part of this institution and contribute to its ongoing success.”

Prior to his tenure at Aspirus Health, Nemeth served as Vice President of Finance for Mercyhealth for about two years. He also held the position of Vice President/CFO of the Monroe Clinic for nearly seven years.

Nemeth holds both a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.

In his new role at Blackhawk, Nemeth will provide strategic oversight to the college’s finance, facilities, IT, and safety and security departments.

“We are delighted to welcome Jim to the Blackhawk team,” said Dr. Tracy Pierner, President of Blackhawk. “His proven expertise in finance, coupled with his familiarity with our college, positions him well to lead us forward. We extend our deepest appreciation to Renea Ranguette for her dedicated service and wish her a fulfilling retirement.”