People In Business

On Aug. 18, 2025, Melissa Woodbury  joined Chestnut Health Systems™ as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Woodbury succeeds  Karen Rettick, who will retire in 2026 after nearly 30 years of service to the organization. Woodbury brings more than two decades of financial leadership experience across agricultural, manufacturing, and insurance sectors. She most recently served as director of…

Young engineer working on projects in 25 states Marschke Engineering, a civil engineering firm with offices in Edwardsville, Ill., and Lake of the Ozarks, recently announced the promotion of Matt Tipton to project engineer.  Tipton joined Marschke Engineering as an intern in 2022 and quickly distinguished himself through his initiative, technical skill, and professionalism. He…

Madison County has named Jessica Dudley as its new Chief County Assessment Officer. “Jessica brings a strong record of service and professionalism to this position,” Madison County Board Chairman Chris Slusser said. “Her background as Jarvis Township Assessor and her certification as a Certified Illinois Assessing Officer give her the experience and credibility needed to…

First Bankers Trust Company (FBTC) recently welcomed Jordan Moore as vice president, Commercial Banking. Moore will serve business clients with a full range of solutions including real estate financing, new and used equipment financing, operating lines of credit, business acquisition and project financing, and SBA 504 and 7(a) financing, with an emphasis on the St.…

The Gori Law Firm recently announced that four of its attorneys have been recognized in the 32nd edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, a distinction awarded to just the top 5 percent of attorneys nationwide. Honorees from The Gori Law Firm include: Principal partner and owner Beth Gori-Gregory, honored for her work in personal…

The non-partisan Congressional Management Foundation’s signature program recognizes the best in congressional non-legislative achievement Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-IL-13) recently announced that her office was selected as the winner for “Excellence in Congressional Management” by the Congressional Management Foundation (CMF). Each year, CMF chooses just one Republican and one Democratic office between both the House and…

Underrepresented youth – with an interest in college and those who are already there – have a tireless advocate and committed champion in Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Darryl C. Cherry. This sentiment was celebrated and underscored as being resoundingly true when Cherry, coordinator of Student Retention and Academic Advisor for Student Opportunities for Academic Results (SOAR)…

Madison County Circuit Clerk Patrick McRae and Administrative Assistant Missy Bickmore are among a select class of court professionals taking part in a national program to strengthen leadership and improve court operations. The Illinois Judicial College selected McRae and Bickmore from among circuit clerks and staff across the state to participate in the Certified Court…

UB Greensfelder LLP (UBG) recently announced the addition of seasoned corporate attorney Robert S. Winner to the firm’s Corporate Department. Winner brings more than 25 years of experience advising clients across a broad range of industries on mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, venture capital, private securities offerings, and a wide range of commercial transactions. Winner joins…

  At Lewis and Clark Community College, student ambassadors do more than give tours and assist with campus events — they represent the heart of the student body. The current ambassadors, Emma McRae, Josiah Schuette, and Sebbi Ehlers, are using their time at L&C to shape their futures, support others, and lead by example. These…