People on the Move

Larry K. Lee has been selected as the next president of Blackburn College, following a comprehensive national search and the unanimous recommendation by the presidential search committee and the board of trustees. Lee will succeed Dr. Gregory J. Meyer and begin his role on July 1. Lee currently serves as the vice president for finance […]

The city of Bloomington recently announced the appointment of Jeff Jurgens as its new city manager. Jurgens began his tenure after taking the oath of office on May 6. A central Illinois native, Jurgens brings a wealth of experience in municipal management and a deep understanding of the region, having previously served as a partner […]

Dave Bretz, chief financial officer of Heartland Credit Union, will retire from his position effective May 1, after more than 33 years of service to the organization. Bretz joined the HCU Board of Directors in February 1991 and served on the board until June 1998. Following his tenure on the board, Bretz was hired at […]

Brian Barstead has spent most of his professional career helping clients learn to manage their money and plan for retirement, and now he’s preparing to take his own advice. “I’m retiring from Ameriprise and financial planning and have transferred ownership of my franchise to Jennifer Sylvia,” Barstead said. “My last official date is still tentative, […]

Jason Knoedler has been appointed as the new chief executive officer for Bank of Springfield (BOS), effective immediately. Knoedler has been with BOS for 18 years. “Jason’s proven track record of leadership and his ability to inspire those around him make him the perfect choice to lead BOS into the future,” said Mike Pence, president […]

Katie Andel has joined Rose Aesthetics & Wellness Clinic as an additional provider. Cori Jahns launched the business, located at 2525 W. Iles Ave., three years ago. “We are so excited to add another nurse to our team,” said Jahns. “Katie brings a lot of experience to Rose. Her patients love her, and we cannot […]

The Memorial Health Board of Directors has approved a succession plan to ensure continuity of leadership for the nonprofit health system. Effective July 1, current president and CEO Ed Curtis will assume the title of Memorial Health CEO and Kevin England, who currently serves as senior vice president and chief administrative officer, will become Memorial […]

The Springfield Park District has appointed Nathan Essex as the director of recreation and marketing, effective March 18. Originally from Farmington, Illinois, Essex relocated to Sangamon County in 2002. Before joining the Springfield Park District, he served as the principal of Auburn High School from 2012-2023, and as assistant principal for three years prior to […]

David James has joined the insurance agency team for Bank of Springfield. He has 28 years of insurance and banking experience and will serve as vice president.  His product specializations are in employee benefits which includes health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance. James received his bachelor’s degree in management from Quincy University.  He and […]

Catie Sheehan is joining the Southern Illinois University system leadership team as the executive director of marketing and communications, effective Feb. 28. Sheehan most recently served as the vice president of communications, marketing and advocacy for Hospital Sisters Health System, a position she held for five years before stepping down in May 2023. Prior to […]