Signalink

TThrough their philanthropic work in Madison, Signalink hopes to inspire other members of the community to actively give back with their time, donations, and resources.

“Our corporate philosophy is made up of three major pillars: people, customers, and community. To us, these pillars serve as the direction for our business and how we want to serve the community,” said CEO Alice Lessmann.

Founded in 2005 by Steve and Alice Lessmann, Signalink provides engineering, technical, logistical, and programmatic support to the aerospace and defense communities. Steve serves as President and Alice as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Signalink’s list of community support is long, and they have a particular focus on education and veterans. Their employee-run charitable organization, Signalink Serves, directly benefits under-served sectors within the community.

“Community is at the center of everything we do. It provides employees with the opportunity to have input in the organization’s charitable giving. Most of the donations and sponsorships Signalink has made over the years have been at the suggestion and decision, by vote, of our employees,” said Alice.

Signalink is a supporter of the Madison City Schools. In addition to Alice serving on the Madison City Board of Education, the company has supported several sports teams including wrestling, baseball, and cheer at Bob

Jones High School, as well as the high school’s JROTC program. Signalink also sponsors the annual Bob Jones Hackathon.

The company is also a founding sponsor of the Madison CEO program where Steve also serves as a board member. Since 2021, Signalink has hosted the Madison CEO Trade Show, an event that allows high school entrepreneurs to showcase their businesses.

Signalink Serves has sponsored or participated in several community events, including the first annual Madison Witches Ride, the Madison City Schools Tootsie Roll 5K, the Madison Railyard BBQ, and the Madison Polar Express Christmas Tree Trail. They have also donated to community projects such as Homeplace Park and the River of Hope at Dublin Park that raised over $10,000 in COVID-19 relief to nonprofit organizations.

Their connection to veterans has also led Signalink to support the Madison YMCA’s Veterans Prayer Breakfast and Veterans Day events at the local schools. They also work closely with the Madison American Legion Post 229 to support veterans and service members. Through the Legion, the company has sponsored and participated in prayer breakfasts and veteran meetings.

“Everyday Signalink employees serve with heart and authenticity in several capacities” said Alice.

Steve added, “We are proud of the work we do and what we are able to accomplish for the benefit of our community.”