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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

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
by Doug Whitley, Illinois Chamber of Commerce
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.
Publisher's Note
The Changing American Dream
by Jan Wright Vergon, Publisher
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.

Also in this issue...

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.
Enhancing Communities
Paul Killian
STS Consultants, Ltd.
Brownfield properties pose unique challenges, including financial complexity and long-term liability due to environmental risks.
Paying Attention to Lead-Based Hazards
Fadi Rustom
Kavanagh, Scully, Sudow, White & Frederick, P.C.
Long thought to be a problem of the past, lead poisoning once again has become an issue for our children, communities and government.
Changing Platforms in High-Speed Internet
Kip DuBois
MTCO Communications
Internet platforms and services are changing constantly to offer the newest and latest in faster speeds and features.
Maximize Business Opportunities Through Valuation
Sue Evelsizer
RSM McGladrey
Virtually all midsized companies consult with an attorney before drafting new contracts or renegotiating existing agreements.

Columns

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