« Previous Dec 2020Next »Digital Edition Archives 2020 Women of InfluencePortraits by Christie Newell, Sonshine Portrait DesignIn a year full of uncertainty, the natural abilities and characteristics of women leaders shine brightly on the public stage. Our Collective Perseverance Jan Wright, Publisher, Peoria Magazine We close out the year grateful for having survived, solemn for those we have lost, and cautiously optimistic that 2021 will be different. Monica Hendrickson Peoria City/County Health Department Working diligently to create a healthy, thriving and safe community Jodi Hoos Peoria County State’s Attorney Assisting victims, prosecuting offenders, and providing for the welfare of children Mary Jo Papich ArtsPartners /Jazz Education Network Teaching and mentoring youth through the arts and promoting jazz around the world Rachael Parker Peoria County Clerk Taking care of people and helping small businesses thrive and prosper Dr. Sarah de Ramirez OSF HealthCare Innovating across disciplines to create new tools and technologies to improve health Why Women Leaders Excel During Times of Crisis by Jackie Gaines In the age of COVID-19, the skills women leaders bring to the table are in demand like never before. A Secret Weapon in Changing Organizational Culture by Stephanie AlKhafaji, Children's Home Association of Illinois Training and professional development programs are ripe resources for creating transformation. Discover Black-Owned Peoria by Jonathan Wright Photography by Chris Khoury/Discover Peoria The Peoria Area Convention and Visitors Bureau shines a light on Peoria’s Black-owned businesses. Leaning In to the New Normal by Weston Berchtold, Eli’s Coffee Small businesses will need to meet the new preferences of the post-COVID consumer. Assessing the 2020 Harvest by Patrick Kirchhofer, Peoria County Farm Bureau Corn and soybean crop yields were respectable considering the challenges of this year. Is Your Financial House in Order? Daryl Dagit - Savant Capital Management by Daryl Dagit, Savant Wealth Management Securing income protection for an unplanned disability is a basic financial necessity. The 5 C’s of Leadership During COVID-19 by Mike Slavik with Melissa Yoder, CLA These reflections are key to carrying your organization through and out of challenging times. Zoning Out On Zoom? 5 Tips From a Remote Veteran by Cynthia Spraggs, Virtira Many months into the pandemic, companies and individuals are still grappling with the challenges of working apart. More Business articles from the Peoria Magazine Archive >>> Mrs. Smith Goes to Washington by Tiffany White, Dirksen Congressional Center A long-serving U.S. Senator offers a legacy of courageous leadership and remarkably timeless wisdom. Seven Observations On Mayoral Leadership Mayor Jim Ardis - City of Peoria by Mayor Jim Ardis, City of Peoria Amidst our current challenges, we must work together to accomplish common goals. What Works in City Budgeting Peoria is one of 30 U.S. cities participating in the new “City Budgeting for Equity and Recovery” program. From Challenge to Transformation Jennifer Zammuto, Heart of Illinois United Way by Jennifer Zammuto, Heart of Illinois United Way We have a choice as individuals and as a community: to fight change or to be ready for it. More Community articles from the Peoria Magazine Archive >>> Pitch for Peoria Goes Viral by Mae Gilliland Wright "It's affordable. It's awesome. It's a little gem called Peoria." That's the pitch from Angie's Listings. Take 10: Dr. Sarah Zallek Ten things you didn't know about the community leader and medical director of the Sleep Center at OSF HealthCare... The Gift of Terroir by Bradley Beam With the holidays around the corner, folks should focus on terroir-based gifts for friends and family. Rhythm Out of Balance by Kirk Wessler, OSF HealthCare Seasonal affective disorder comes and goes with the seasons, and can affect anyone. More Lifestyle articles from the Peoria Magazine Archive >>> Frame and Canvas by Mae Gilliland Wright Exhibit A Gallery combines custom framing and fine art in one unique retail experience. Lighting Up the Barn More than 3,000 bulbs are lighting up The Barn III Dinner Theatre this holiday season. SoulFolk With a Twist of Jazz A Conversation with Sarah & the Underground Peoria Magazine checked in with the band to learn how working musicians are making it through the age of COVID. More Art articles from the Peoria Magazine Archive >>>
Our Collective Perseverance Jan Wright, Publisher, Peoria Magazine We close out the year grateful for having survived, solemn for those we have lost, and cautiously optimistic that 2021 will be different.
Monica Hendrickson Peoria City/County Health Department Working diligently to create a healthy, thriving and safe community
Jodi Hoos Peoria County State’s Attorney Assisting victims, prosecuting offenders, and providing for the welfare of children
Mary Jo Papich ArtsPartners /Jazz Education Network Teaching and mentoring youth through the arts and promoting jazz around the world
Rachael Parker Peoria County Clerk Taking care of people and helping small businesses thrive and prosper
Dr. Sarah de Ramirez OSF HealthCare Innovating across disciplines to create new tools and technologies to improve health
Why Women Leaders Excel During Times of Crisis by Jackie Gaines In the age of COVID-19, the skills women leaders bring to the table are in demand like never before.
A Secret Weapon in Changing Organizational Culture by Stephanie AlKhafaji, Children's Home Association of Illinois Training and professional development programs are ripe resources for creating transformation.
Discover Black-Owned Peoria by Jonathan Wright Photography by Chris Khoury/Discover Peoria The Peoria Area Convention and Visitors Bureau shines a light on Peoria’s Black-owned businesses.
Leaning In to the New Normal by Weston Berchtold, Eli’s Coffee Small businesses will need to meet the new preferences of the post-COVID consumer.
Assessing the 2020 Harvest by Patrick Kirchhofer, Peoria County Farm Bureau Corn and soybean crop yields were respectable considering the challenges of this year.
Is Your Financial House in Order? Daryl Dagit - Savant Capital Management by Daryl Dagit, Savant Wealth Management Securing income protection for an unplanned disability is a basic financial necessity.
The 5 C’s of Leadership During COVID-19 by Mike Slavik with Melissa Yoder, CLA These reflections are key to carrying your organization through and out of challenging times.
Zoning Out On Zoom? 5 Tips From a Remote Veteran by Cynthia Spraggs, Virtira Many months into the pandemic, companies and individuals are still grappling with the challenges of working apart.
Mrs. Smith Goes to Washington by Tiffany White, Dirksen Congressional Center A long-serving U.S. Senator offers a legacy of courageous leadership and remarkably timeless wisdom.
Seven Observations On Mayoral Leadership Mayor Jim Ardis - City of Peoria by Mayor Jim Ardis, City of Peoria Amidst our current challenges, we must work together to accomplish common goals.
What Works in City Budgeting Peoria is one of 30 U.S. cities participating in the new “City Budgeting for Equity and Recovery” program.
From Challenge to Transformation Jennifer Zammuto, Heart of Illinois United Way by Jennifer Zammuto, Heart of Illinois United Way We have a choice as individuals and as a community: to fight change or to be ready for it.
Pitch for Peoria Goes Viral by Mae Gilliland Wright "It's affordable. It's awesome. It's a little gem called Peoria." That's the pitch from Angie's Listings.
Take 10: Dr. Sarah Zallek Ten things you didn't know about the community leader and medical director of the Sleep Center at OSF HealthCare...
The Gift of Terroir by Bradley Beam With the holidays around the corner, folks should focus on terroir-based gifts for friends and family.
Rhythm Out of Balance by Kirk Wessler, OSF HealthCare Seasonal affective disorder comes and goes with the seasons, and can affect anyone.
Frame and Canvas by Mae Gilliland Wright Exhibit A Gallery combines custom framing and fine art in one unique retail experience.
Lighting Up the Barn More than 3,000 bulbs are lighting up The Barn III Dinner Theatre this holiday season.
SoulFolk With a Twist of Jazz A Conversation with Sarah & the Underground Peoria Magazine checked in with the band to learn how working musicians are making it through the age of COVID.
