Incubating baby businesses Denise Jackson August 28, 2023 By many accounts, small businesses are the backbone of the nation’s economy. Yet despite that distinction, many entrepreneurs run into...
‘The Epitome of Resilience’ Scott Fishel August 28, 2023 When asked to describe the people of Canton, Mayor Kent McDowell doesn’t hesitate.“Canton is the epitome of resilience,” he said.With...
Piling Up the Pennies … and Admirers Phil Luciano August 28, 2023 Step after step, day after day, Shirley Meagher walked. She walked for exercise. And she walked for St. Jude. During...
Norma Jean, we hardly knew ye Phil Luciano August 28, 2023 The village of Oquawka barely knew Norma Jean but will never forget her.The circus elephant was in town less than...
Choose Greater Peoria Linda Smith Brown August 28, 2023 Peoria is putting out the word: Won’t you be my neighbor?In May, Peoria business leaders launched a $1.6 million effort...
Facing imposter syndrome Katie Faley August 28, 2023 I’m going to let you all in on a little secret. I feel like a fraud. And I know I’m...
Accelerating Greater Peoria’s Economy Chris Setti August 27, 2023 It’s been a big summer for entrepreneurship and innovation in Greater Peoria.In June, Distillery Labs hosted its Startup Showcase, which...
Risks real, rewards great for small business owners Dee Brown August 27, 2023 Small business ownership can be a rewarding experience, both personally and financially. However, it also comes with its fair share...
Battling Office Gossip Amy Burkett August 27, 2023 Have you ever wondered why gossip spreads so quickly in offices? I finally did some research and found the most...
Turner: Small Business of the Year Linda Smith Brown August 27, 2023 Like many small business owners, there came a day when Brian and Annette Ford of Facet Technologies, Inc. almost lost...
Turner: Rural Business of the Year Nick Vlahos August 27, 2023 Plants aren’t the only thing growing at Evergreen Farm Brewing.By more than 20%, sales in 2022 exceeded projections at the...
Turner: New Exporter of the Year Phil Luciano August 27, 2023 For Natural Fiber Welding, exporting has never been a question of “if” but “when.”That future is now, as NFW —...
Bigger, Better? Baloney Mike Bailey August 27, 2023 Welcome back to Peoria Magazine’s Small Business edition, 2023, in which we pose the nagging question: Is bigger better? Not...
Out & About September 2023 Peoria Magazine August 27, 2023 Heart of Illinois FairJuly 18-22, 2023 PeoriaAerial acts and carnival rides were among the highlights at this year’s Heart of...
Turner: Innovation of the Year Lisa Coon August 27, 2023 A smile spreads across Dave Demirjian’s face when asked why a Chicago-area businessman would start up a bioprocessing technology company...
Turner: Exporter of the Year Steve Tarter August 27, 2023 You don’t have to be a big company to do business overseas. That’s been the message from the International Trade...
Business News – In Brief | September 2023 Peoria Magazine August 27, 2023 HIRES AND RETIRES Doug CruittDistillery Labs has named Doug Cruitt as its new executive director. He...
Turner: Small Business Advocate of the Year Laurie Pillman August 27, 2023 When Kathleen Kelly decided to establish her own small business, her biggest hurdle was getting the right information for what...
Turner: Community Partner of the Year Steve Stein August 27, 2023 The Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce practices what it preaches. Named the 2023 Community Partner of the Year by Bradley...
Turner: Startup of the Year Steve Stein August 27, 2023 GoodJava Inc. opened in Morton on June 1. But there’s no sign for the company on the front door of...
Turner: Government Contractor of the Year Steve Tarter August 27, 2023 Catching up with LeAntwone Davis is no easy matter. On any given day, the owner-president of Davis & Davis General...
Pain into Purpose Laurie Pillman August 26, 2023 At 63, Phillis Dewitt is a powerhouse. She’s a nurse practitioner with a post-doctorate degree. She teaches future nurses at...
Discovering his jam Katie Faley August 26, 2023 Music flows through Brien Monckton’s veins. Always has.“Looking back at home videos, the common theme was always music. He was...
From shot-and-beer joint to venerable town treasure Phil Luciano August 26, 2023 For 75 years, Billy’s Tap in Canton has operated as a family affair, nowadays serving as a vital community touchpoint.Third-generation...
Turner: Women in Business Leadership Award Kirk Wessler August 25, 2023 Christell Frausto looks at Peoria and sees potential for greatness. If you try to warn her about the city’s problems,...
Jungle Bird Wyatt Edwards August 25, 2023 The Jungle Bird is a tiki-inspired tropical cocktail created in the early ‘70s at the famed Aviary Bar inside Malaysia's...
