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About Us

Founded on St. Patrick’s Day in 2001, Figment Group is a unique and highly respected full-service drug-free workplace, DOT compliance and safety consultant.  We are a woman-owned business with 8(a) [under development], DBE (federal contracts) and WBE certifications, and a well-established community contributor.

Press Releases

Drug-Free Hoosiers Announces New Website

Figment Group, Inc. awarded federal Drug-Free Workplace Grant

 

With our team of sound business professionals with advanced degrees and certifications, we stand ready to help you succeed.  Your success is our only business! 

Our Promise to You

  •  Your 24/7 business partner.
  • Absolute commitment to the highest level of confidentiality and accountability.
  • Deliver services on-time with unmatched customer service, professionalism and quality.
  • A trusted source for innovative workplace solutions and compliance advice.
  • Dedicated to making compliance your ally, not your opponent.
  • Work within your budget and timeframe.

 

Team Bios


 

 

 

 

Chief Financial Officer/Senior V.P. …James Wellnitz, B.S., CPCT, Master BATT is our roofer…he covers everything from regulations for all agencies of the Department of Transportation (DOT), consortium management, business development, gas pipelines, finance, breath alcohol testing equipment sales and training.   If that wasn’t enough, Jim is also a certified Lifeloc breath alcohol senior instructor, certified specimen collector trainer, certified hair collector, and certified DNA collector for paternity and forensic resolution.  Jim earned his BS from Purdue University, is an active member of the Drug & Alcohol Testing Industry Association (DATIA) covering student drug testing and consortium management, a 30 year volunteer of the Center Fire Department serving 12 years as Fire Chief, and 8 years as at-large member La Porte County Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board.  When Jim isn’t firefighting, he enjoys being an armchair quarterback and searching for new recipes to try.

 

 

 

 

Chief Executive Officer/President…Mary Wellnitz, B. A., MBA, CPCT, DOT Master BATT, Certified OSHA Instructor (US DOL) leads new business and service development initiatives, strategic planning, and is responsible for overall operations.  A former strategic planning and marketing executive with a MBA from the University of Notre Dame, BA from Purdue University, and Leadership Certificate from The Richard G. Lugar Leadership Series, Mary knows how to keep things running smoothly.  Her passion for teaching led her to instructor at the University of Notre Dame; and her enthusiasm to assist others succeed resulted in being honored with the National Athena® Award which recognized her professional excellence, community service and her active guidance of women in their attainment of success.  Her professional association includes NAWBO and Board of Directors - Women in Management, American Red Cross and the United Way.  When she’s not cheering for the ND Irish, Mary spends her time volunteering, suffering on the golf course, antiquing, and with her beloved Golden Retriever, Cooper.

 

 

 

 

 

Compliance Manager…Kelli Davie, B.A., CPC, DOT BAT is a licensed educator in the State of Indiana earning her BA from Purdue University. Kelli is our compliance guru providing insight and guidance on complex drug and alcohol testing regulations.  As a former educator, she uses her tenacious attitude and teaching talents on behalf of our clients.  Always ready to instruct clients in testing program management best practices and DOT protocol, Kelli helps to simplify procedures governing Drug-Free Workplace compliance.  She is an invaluable resource for our clients’ Human Resource Specialists, Safety Managers, and Occupational Health Providers.  When Kelli isn’t coaching clients, she’s traveling, cruising and taking road trips with her family and friends, reading hair-raising thrillers, and teaching her cocker spaniels, Libby and Abby new tricks.

 

 

 

 

Executive Assistant…Kylie Keehn, CPC, DOT BAT is high on life.  Her enthusiasm and positive attitude toward everything she does makes Kylie addicting and perfect for greeting clients, both in-person and on the phone.  She just never has a ‘bad day’.  Collection services and on-site test scheduling take up most of her day, while responding to customer inquiries.   As a past manager of a pet supply store, her love for animals is shared equally between her dog Chance, and her cat Sydney; and she is the only person we know of who had a pet mouse.  She earned her Associate’s Degree in Science of Liberal Arts with a psychology specialty.  Kylie finds time for her crafts, bowling league, and volunteering to help her friends juggle life’s demands.  

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Compliance Consultant…Marge Marti, CPC, DOT BAT brings more than 20 years’ experience in training and development and 10 years in Customer Service Training and Operations with a national gas & electric utility to Figment Group.  Marge is the epitome of a ‘multi-tasker’ performing several tasks at one time—all without making any mistakes.  She is the friendly voice calling you each month to remind you that your random tests are due.  She received her Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP™) certification administered by the American Society for Training and Development Certification.  Marge finds time for her beloved cat, Callie; lounging in the sun by the pool and never missing an episode of HGTV! 

Cathy Fritz

Ms. Cathy Fritz, Owner of Cathy Fritz Consulting Inc., is a strategic partner and compliance consultant with Figment Group, Inc.  She retired from the Indiana State Police after serving for 27years; beginning as a road trooper and undercover police office.  Cathy has 20 years of experience in the Motor Carrier Division conducting school bus inspections, driver safety meetings, safety audits and compliance reviews.  Her training is extensive covering Hazardous Material Regulations, FMCSA regulations, Cargo Tanks, Load Securement, Log Books, and CSA 2010. Law enforcement and trucking has been an integral part of her life growing up.  When not keep up-to-date on regulatory changes, Cathy appreciates family--her husband of 23 years, her two daughters who are students at Purdue University and her dog, Charlie.  In her spare time, she referees girls’ softball and basketball, and is the Youth Director at her local church teaching children basic life skills.

 

Rich Stalbrink

Rich Stalbrink serves as the Compliance Consultant for Figment Group.  He has spent most of his life in public service or working directly with the public.  Rich is a retired Indiana State Trooper with over 34 years experience.  During his career he served in many capacities that included District & Area Commander, and before his retirement, he was the Commander of the Bureau of Criminal Investigation for the northern third of Indiana.  Rich is a career Army Reservist and served for 29 years.  Rich has more than 10 years of experience as the Director of Transportation for the La Porte Community School Corporation serving 6000 students.   Rich has an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice from St. Joseph’s Calumet College, and completed the

Northwestern Traffic Institute Command and Staff School for Law Enforcement. 

 

Cooper

Our Guest Relations Expert---Cooper is Figment Group’s greeter for all who visit our office in La Porte, IN.  He has 2 years’ experience in customer service and human relations.  He is certified in stress reduction techniques and employee moral enhancement.  Cooper has a great personality, loves to play, and keep you entertained.  When Cooper isn’t at the office, which is rare since he has never missed a day of work, he enjoys playing at the park, spending time with his family, and sleeping on the comfy leather couch.  He will capture your heart!

 

Field Subcontractors…We subcontract with Certified Collectors and Breath Technicians, Project Managers, Curriculum Developers, Trainers, and Administrative Personnel as required to meet the needs of our clients, and state and federal contracts.  See Employment Opportunities

 

 

 
 
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