Linda Kepple is a realtor, working for Coldwell Banker Devonshire, and also serves as president of the Children's Hospital of Illinois Advisory Board. She talks about growing up in Peoria, the sociology and psychology of real estate, a special Mother/Daughter Luncheon for the CHOI, and much more.
It is true; life changed September 11, 2001. One month later, I still have trouble staying focussed on my work—reminded of the event by headlines in every newspaper and magazine; every radio and television station; as well as by family, friends and colleagues as they express shock and concern.
In one year, I’ll join many of my friends in the ranks of the empty nesters. All of us admit that, for the most part, our children respond to this transition with greater resiliency than we parents do. For 18 years, we witnessed their ability to cope with stresses and strains of growing up.
Helping people as they navigate sometimes-tricky career paths and assisting employers find their next employee isn’t a bad way to spend the day. Jennifer Brackney, division manager of marketing and business development for the City of Peoria’s Workforce Development, can attest to that. Her own career path has taken a couple of turns, but helping others has always been a constant.
