InterBusiness Issues - June 2006

Ken Hinton
Leading District 150 to World-Class Education
Ken Hinton took over as superintendent of Peoria Public Schools nearly one year ago. A lot of positive changes have been made during his short tenure in the post, and Hinton said he foresees a bright future for the district through slow, steady progress. “I see myself as a servant, one who’s been given a tremendous opportunity to make education in our community a world-class experience for students and families. I realize this will take time, but it’ll become a reality. We didn’t get to where we are in a day, and it’ll take longer than a day to reach the excellence we all are striving to attain.”

Features

Publisher's Note
The Changing American Dream
The American Dream. At one time, it seemed so well defined: the house, the yard, the 2.5 well-behaved, well-dressed children, the modern car in the one-car garage.
Business Profile
Marc and Michelle Lefebvre: DLA Creative, Inc.
DLA is a full-service marketing communications agency, which means they take care of clients all the way from strategic planning to tactical execution.
Guest Editorial
Gov. Blagojevich's National Agenda
During the 20th century, the office of governor has propelled several executives onto the national scene and into the White House.
IBI List
Staffing Agencies
The latest IBI list offers a lineup of staffing agencies.

Columns

  • Agricultural Issues
    Just Add Rain
    Patrick Kirchhofer - Peoria County Farm Bureau
  • Airport Issues
    River City Air Expo 2006
    Ken Spirito, Greater Peoria Regional Airport
  • Chiropractic Issues
    HMO/PPO vs. Care
    Dr. Robert Zinser, Zinser Chiropractic Clinics
  • City Issues
    The Dreaded
    Mayor Jim Ardis - City of Peoria
  • Civic Center Issues
    Peoria Civic Center Revitalization Update
    Marc Burnett, Peoria Civic Center
  • Community Issues
    HITEC Happenings
    W. Michael Bryant, Methodist Medical Center
  • Consulting Issues
    Transformation: Changing to a Lean Enterprise
    Ken Owen, CGN & Associates
  • County Issues
    Spend Less on Prescriptions
    David Williams - Peoria County
  • Debt Management Issues
    New Credit Scoring Scale
    Janice Parker, Central Illinois Debt Management & Credit Education, Inc.
  • Education Issues
    What's in a Name?
    Dr. John Erwin, Illinois Central College
  • Ethical Issues
    "My Space" Vs. Company Space
    Dr. John Throop, The Summit Group
  • Healthcare Issues
    Covering the Uninsured Week: Key Facts
    Daniel Baker, OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
  • Heartland Issues
    Driving Forward: Progress in the Work Zone
    Jim McConoughey, Heartland Partnership
  • HR Issues
    Are Employees Job Hunting On Your Dime?
    Mary Pille, Employers' Association
  • Insurance Issues
    Products Liability
    JR Runkel, Fortner Insurance Agency, Inc.
  • Investment Issues
    Money Management For the Single Parent
    Scott Elger, Morgan Stanley
  • Junior Achievement Issues
    JA in a Day Benefits All Parties
    Larry Timm, Junior Achievement
  • Manufacturing Issues
    Lean Enterprise Deployment Strategy: Part I
    Bob Weinstein, IMEC
  • Occupational Health Issues
    Spending Comp Money Wisely
    Michael Davis - IWIRC Corp.
  • PACVB Issues
    Know Your Game, Know Your Customer
    Steve Powell, Peoria Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
  • Public Issues
    Earmark Story Misses the Mark
    Congressman Ray LaHood - U.S. Congress
  • Social Issues
    Medical Outreach Saves Lives, Dollars
    Michael Stephan, Heart of Illinois United Way
  • Staffing Issues
    Safety Tips For the Workplace
    David Smith, Manpower Professional
  • Workforce Issues
    Workforce Development for a New Country
    Bashir Ali - Central Illinois Workforce Network

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Caterpillar Reports Record Revenues
Caterpillar Inc. reported record first-quarter 2006 sales and revenues of $9.392 billion and record first-quarter profit of $840 million or $1.20 per share.
Changing Platforms in High-Speed Internet
Kip DuBois
Internet platforms and services are changing constantly to offer the newest and latest in faster speeds and features.
Enhancing Communities
Paul Killian
Brownfield properties pose unique challenges, including financial complexity and long-term liability due to environmental risks.
Maximize Business Opportunities Through Valuation
Sue Evelsizer
Virtually all midsized companies consult with an attorney before drafting new contracts or renegotiating existing agreements.
Paying Attention to Lead-Based Hazards
Fadi Rustom
Long thought to be a problem of the past, lead poisoning once again has become an issue for our children, communities and government.