People In Business

Natalie Jablonski has taken on a new role for Schnuck Markets Inc., moving into the position of director of Project Governance, Prioritization & Corporate Facilities Operations. In this new position, she will be reporting to Vice President of Design, Construction & Maintenance David Carey. Jablonski will serve as the primary point of contact for these…

Simmons Hanly Conroy recently announced that John A. Barnerd, firm partner and management committee member, was named among the St. Louis Small Business Monthly magazine’s “Top People To Know in Southern Illinois” list for 2025. Published every December, the list recognizes and celebrates southern Illinois influencers who are helping to drive the success of regional businesses.…

The Gori Law Firm recently welcomed four new attorneys to its offices in Edwardsville, Ill., and Lee’s Summit, Mo. Mary Jo Guinn, Karey Lakin, and Madelyn Foster join the firm’s asbestos litigation and personal injury teams in Illinois, while Jeffrey Carey leads the firm’s expansion into the Missouri market. “Our growth is a testament to…

Addition of Marissa St. Peters, APRN, PNP-BC, expands OSF Medical Group – Pediatrics provider roster to three OSF Medical Group – Pediatrics (Godfrey) recently announced that a new board-certified pediatric nurse practitioner has been added to its staff to better serve the increasing pediatric care needs in the Riverbend region. Marissa St. Peters, APRN, PNP-BC,…

Carmody MacDonald P.C. has named Tina N. Babel as the firm’s first-ever chief operating officer (COO) and general counsel, effective Jan. 1, 2026. She will transition from leading the firm’s litigation practice group to overseeing the firm’s operations and strategy, including human resources, training, facilities, business development, marketing, employee engagement, risk management, and related administrative…

HSHS Medical Group recently welcomed Michael McGuire, PA-C, to the team at HSHS Medical Group Family and Sports Medicine – O’Fallon at 670 Pierce Blvd. in O’Fallon, Ill. McGuire is a board-certified physician assistant with extensive training and experience in orthopedics. The official announcement further noted that “he is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care…

Simmons Hanly Conroy recently announced that firm partners Perry J. Browder and Jo Anna Pollock have been elected to new leadership positions with the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) and the Illinois Bar Foundation (IBF), respectively. Browder was named president elect of the ISBA, one of the nation’s largest voluntary state bar associations with more than 28,000 members.…

HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital recently announced that Erin Manka, RN, has been honored as the 2025 March of Dimes Heroes in Action Nurse of the Year in the Emergency Care & Trauma Services category.  Manka, who was the only nominee from Illinois in her category, stood out among other finalists from St. Louis-area hospitals. Her selection is a…

On Nov. 19, 2025, Madison County officials recognized a longtime employee preparing for retirement and honored a probation officer named the top high-risk officer in Illinois.   Longtime Circuit Clerk employee honored for 35 years of service Circuit Clerk Patrick McRae presented Melodie Smith, operations manager and deputy clerk, with a certificate recognizing her 35…

Holland Construction Services recently announced several promotions, including the advancement of Brian Dayton, LEED® Green Associate, to Senior Project Manager. Dayton brings more than 13 years of industry experience, including a decade with Holland, where he has built a strong track record of delivering complex projects across the education, municipal, healthcare, commercial, and residential markets.…