The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications to fill two positions in light of upcoming retirements of longtime employees. Lisa Schafer, vice president of operations, and David Earhart, vice president – member services, have both announced their plans to retire during the first quarter of 2027. Schafer will retire after more than 32 […]
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Amy Beadle joins governor’s office
Amy Beadle has joined The Office of Illinois Governor JB Pritzker as the new director of Executive Mansion operations in Springfield. Beadle will work closely with the First Lady of the state of Illinois, MK Pritzker, and various teams throughout the Governor’s Office to coordinate events and project manage the overall operations of the Executive Mansion, […]
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Springfield Area Arts Council hires new program director
The Springfield Area Arts Council has hired Andrew Schneider as program director, bringing together his experience as an entrepreneur, creative practitioner, community arts leader and statewide policy advocate. As SAAC’s program director, Schneider will take a leading role in the production and long-term development of the Levitt AMP Springfield Music Series, a nationally recognized program […]
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Cathy Schwartz named inaugural recipient of Good Golly Miss Molly Kindness Award
The Mid-Illinois Communications Association has named Cathy Schwartz of Springfield as the inaugural recipient of the Good Golly Miss Molly Kindness Award, which honors individuals in central Illinois who demonstrate exceptional kindness and a commitment to uplifting others within the community. The award was established in memory of communications professional and former MICA president Molly […]
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Illinois Press Association names new CEO
Jeff Rogers will become the next president and chief executive officer of the Illinois Press Association, IPA Board President Jim Slonoff announced July 20. Rogers will also remain as executive director of the Illinois Press Foundation. He will begin his leadership role with the Illinois Press Association on July 21, focusing on member relations and […]
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Christina Shutt to leave ALPLM
Christina Shutt, executive director of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPLM), announced Wednesday that she will be stepping down at the end of her current term after five years of leadership, Shutt has led the presidential library and museum since June 2021, making her the longest-serving director in its history. Under her leadership, […]
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Security Bank names controller
Security Bank has appointed Randall Forbes as vice president and controller. Forbes, a certified public accountant, joined the bank in June and brings 17 years of public accounting experience to the role. In his current position, he oversees accounting operations, financial reporting and financial management functions that support the bank’s continued growth and long-term financial […]
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New president for LLCC
Lincoln Land Community College officially welcomed Dr. Curt Oldfield as its seventh president July 1. Oldfield previously served as president of Spoon River College for 14 years where he championed student success, community engagement and economic development. Dr. Charlotte Warren officially retired on June 30 after serving 20 years as the president of LLCC. Oldfield […]
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HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital names chief administrative officer
Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS), a Catholic health ministry with operations in Illinois and Wisconsin, has named Aryn Hunter the first chief administrative officer for HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital in Springfield, effective July 19. “HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital is a cornerstone of pediatric care for the HSHS central Illinois region, serving families across […]
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Jen Boyer joins Memorial Health
Jennifer (Jen) Boyer has accepted the role of senior vice president and chief nursing executive at Memorial Health, effective June 22. In this new role, she will be part of the Enterprise Leadership Team, reporting directly to president and CEO Mandy Eaton. She will oversee operations at Memorial Health primary care, specialty care and urgent care clinics. She will also guide professional nursing […]
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Catie Sheehan joins Memorial Health
Catie Sheehan has joined Memorial Health as the vice president of marketing and communications. In this role, she will oversee marketing and internal and external communications for Memorial’s five hospitals, outpatient clinics and system operations. Sheehan most recently served as the deputy director of the Illinois Office of Tourism, but has an extensive background in […]
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Doug Gholson joins Edwards Group
Doug Gholson has joined Edwards Group, a Springfield law firm specializing in elder care and estate planning, as chief operating officer. Gholson has a versatile background that spans business coaching, collegiate-level leadership, the contractor industry and marketing. He most recently served as vice president of marketing for Capitol Group, Inc. and prior to that was […]