People In Business

The Ukrainian government recognized Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Sophia Wilson, Ph.D., associate professor in the Department of Political Science, at an academic diplomacy event titled “The U.S.-Ukraine Partnership in Education: Stronger Together,” held in the District of Columbia on July 10, during the NATO summit. Wilson was honored, “for leadership in the study and research…

The Chamber of Commerce Southwestern Madison County recently announced the naming of Keith Burton, president and CEO of Revity Credit Union, as its 2024 Citizen of the Year. In an official announcement, chamber officials noted that the Citizen of the Year is awarded to a person who has demonstrated success in their chosen business or…

Patrick Loftus, a Project READ volunteer tutor at Lewis and Clark Community College, has earned a 2024 Spotlight on Service award from Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias. Loftus was among 10 volunteer tutors statewide who received the award during a ceremony this past spring at the Illinois State Museum in Springfield.…

From July 21 to 24, 2024, at Harvard Law School in Cambridge, Mass., Judge Veronica Armouti became the first Illinois Judge to earn a Certificate in Judicial Executive Leadership from Harvard University Law School’s Executive Education Program. The National Judicial College in collaboration with the Harvard Law School Executive Education Program equips judicial leaders with…

By Times Tribune Staff OKAWVILLE – Illinois State Rep. Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) was recently awarded the 2024 VOICE Award by the A Voice of Reason (VOR). The VOICE Award is given out to one individual in the nation every year. According to a news release from Meier’s office, established in 1983 by families of individuals…

S. M. Wilson & Co., a St. Louis-based construction management and general contracting firm, has promoted Jake Fenster to senior estimator. Since joining the company over six years ago, Fenster has developed strong estimating skills and exemplifies the company’s core values, which are demonstrated by his strong relationships, team skills, and leadership skills. Additionally, his…

  Recovery and Postpartum Nurse Ashli Duncan, RN, of Anderson Hospital’s Pavilion for Women was recently honored with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation’s programs to recognize the super-human efforts nurses perform every day. The not-for-profit DAISY Foundation is based in Glen Ellen, Calif., and was established by family members…

Chris Schildroth selected for his tireless commitment to pipeline safety The Board of Directors at JULIE, Inc. (JULIE) announced its winner of the 2024 Gina Meehan-Taylor Damage Prevention Advocacy Award at its annual meeting in Joliet on Aug. 1. Chris Schildroth, public awareness specialist for Ameren Illinois, was chosen as the 2024 recipient of the…

  By MELISSA CROCKETT MESKE [email protected] As the Illinois Business Journal previously reported, the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Collegiate chapter at Lewis and Clark Community College left quite an impression on judges at their State Leadership Conference held in Effingham mid-April. Recently, the students traveled on to Orlando, Fla. for national competitions and…

CWC Roofing & Exteriors, a St. Louis/Naples-based organization, announces the promotions of Shane Tow, Chris Ferris, Evan Roberts, Chris Taylor, Tim Crassman and Alex Dick. With CWC’s significant growth and success, several company members have been promoted to new leadership roles to support continued growth. “CWC Roofing has seen an advancement of growth and prosperity…