iBi - December 2018 | PeoriaMagazines.com

2018 Women of Influence

Photography by Sonshine Portrait Design

They come from all walks of life and a variety of backgrounds. They are leaders in their fields and distinguished voices in the community, knocking down barriers on their paths to success. From engineering and education to art and entrepreneurship, they are making a positive difference in Greater Peoria—and using their influence to inspire the next generation.

Sharing Our Stories

Jan Wright, Publisher, iBi

Having been at the helm of Peoria Magazines for nearly three decades, I’ve learned to appreciate that everyone has a story. And everyone’s story is significant in its own way.

2018 Women of Influence Forum

The 2018 Women of Influence Forum took place on December 4, 2018, a tribute to women in the workplace and an inspirational way to bring the community together.

Banu Hatfield

Co-Owner, Zion Coffee Co

Bringing people together for meaningful connections and shared experiences

Cindy Loos

Vice President, Hanson Professional Services

Managing projects and clients, lifting others up and serving the community

Donna Carr Roberts

Artist in Residence, Bradley University

Finding the beauty within, expanding the arts on campus and in Peoria

Tana Utley

Vice President, Caterpillar Inc.

Problem-solving in industry and blazing a trail for future generations

Dr. Jamel Santa Cruze Wright

President, Eureka College

Leading a team that challenges students to be global citizens and servant leaders

Region

Dedicated to Positive Change
Jennifer Zammuto, Heart of Illinois United Way
Influence Inside Team Peoria County
Andrew Rand, Peoria County Board
Highlights From a Historic Midterm Election
Brad McMillan, Institute for Principled Leadership in Public Service

Finance

Women and Wealth: Setting a Confident Course
Cathy Butler - Morgan Stanley
Market Volatility: 4 Ways You Can Manage It
M. Betsy Wert Commerce Trust Company
Pass-Thru Section 199A Deduction Update
Nathan Isenberg Heinold Banwart, Ltd.

Workplace

The Glue That Holds Us Together
by Dana Hughes Heyl Royster
Working Smarter in the Digital Age
by Christine Heine Ideas + Logic
Stress Isn’t Always a Bad Thing
by Dean Heffta Clarus Results
A New Support System for Families
by Emily Potts
Are Your Marketing Efforts Without Lift-Off? Here’s Why
by Denise Kohnke House United LLC
5 Ways CEOs Can Change Their Behaviors To Lead More Efficiently
by Mark Green

Healthcare

They Lead By Following Their Calling
by Laura Nightengale OSF HealthCare
True Compassion is Key to Lasting Impact
Debbie Simon, UnityPoint Health

More...

Q&A with Rik Edgar
General Manager, Peoria Civic Center
Cultivating STEAM Talent
by Denise Molina-Weiger

One-Up

Women Make History in Midterms

More women ran for political office this fall than at any other time in U.S. history—and they won.

Also in this issue...

7 Simple Rules To Be Your Best E-Self

Reimbursing Employee Expenditures

4 Negotiating Tactics for Women Asking for a Raise

Marijuana Legalization in Illinois

A Cure for Pain?

4 Tips for Men Mentoring Women

Women Less Optimistic On the Future of Work