InterBusiness Issues - March 2006

An Interview with Mark Spenny
CEFCU's New Leader Puts Members First

CEFCU's new president and CEO talks about the financial institution's $7 million dividend, how banks and credit unions differ, and why CEFCU is the best of the best.

Features

Publisher's Note
Worth Our Care and Support
With our care and support—both physical and financial—Wildlife Prairie State Park and its neighboring attractions will be with us for generations. Have you visited lately?
Government Profile
Peoria Councilman John Morris
In this new IBI feature, Councilman Morris discusses his "pet issue," how he feels about televised council meetings, what he sees in his political future, and more.
Business Profile
Peoria Day Surgery Center
PDSC has been part of the central Illinois health care scene for more than 15 years, but its staff still calls it one of the area’s best-kept secrets.
Guest Editorial
New State Laws May Affect Your Business
The General Assembly passed a number of pieces of legislation last year that have an impact on those who do business in Illinois.
Caterpillar: Record 4th Quarter & Full-Year Results
Caterpillar Inc. effectively responded to unprecedented customer demand in 2005. Sales, revenues, and profit per share figures set new records.
IBI List
Fine Dining Restaurants
The IBI List is a fun and informative new addition. The concept is simple: we ask companies the questions we think you would be interested in knowing the answers to. Whether you’re making decisions for business or pleasure, the IBI List will be a valuable resource.

Columns

  • Agricultural Issues
    Farm Bureau Supports Eminent Domain Limits
    Patrick Kirchhofer - Peoria County Farm Bureau
  • Airport Issues
    Summer Excitement
    Mary DeVries, Greater Peoria Regional Airport
  • Chiropractic Issues
    Whiplash Impairment Rating
    Dr. Robert Zinser, Zinser Chiropractic Clinics
  • City Issues
    State of the City
    Mayor Jim Ardis - City of Peoria
  • Community Issues
    Renaissance Park: The Beginning
    W. Michael Bryant, Methodist Medical Center
  • Consulting Issues
    Emerging Market Sourcing: Strategies for Success
    Matt Anderson, CGN & Associates
  • Education Issues
    Promises to Keep
    Dr. John Erwin, Illinois Central College
  • Ethical Issues
    Ethics and Money
    Dr. John Throop, The Summit Group
  • Health Care Issues
    Saving 100,000 Lives: Revisited
    Dr. R. Michael Gulley, OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
  • Heartland Issues
    More Growth, More Opportunities for Leadership
    Jim McConoughey, Heartland Partnership
  • HR Issues
    Find Out What Employees Really Think
    Mary Pille, Employers' Association
  • Insurance Issues
    Employment Practices Liability
    JR Runkel, Fortner Insurance Agency, Inc.
  • Junior Achievement Issues
    JA Honors Three Local Business Leaders
    Larry Timm, Junior Achievement
  • Occupational Health Issues
    Why Occupational Health?
    Michael Davis - IWIRC Corp.
  • PACVB Issues
    99 Years of Basketball
    Steve Powell, Peoria Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
  • Public Issues
    Senate Must Act on Vital Water Resources Bill
    Congressman Ray LaHood - U.S. Congress
  • Social Issues
    Evaluation Helps Ensure Program Effectiveness
    Michael Stephan, Heart of Illinois United Way
  • Staffing Issues
    Assessments Take the Gamble Out of Hiring
    David Smith, Manpower Professional
  • Workforce Issues
    Aligning Human Capital to the Emerging Economy
    Bashir Ali, Central Illinois Workforce Development

Also in This Issue...

Earning the Right to Sell to Customers
Kathleen Gage
How often do people try to sell us something before we’ve expressed an interest, have a desire, or are in the market for what they have?
Energy Policy Act: Tax Trimming Tips
Mark Miskell
The lion’s share of the act's incentives goes energy producers. However, mid-sized companies and executives also can benefit from the new tax credits.
New Building Codes: What to Look For in the Future
Fadi Rustom
The Peoria County Board has adopted a new building code, affecting standards for construction projects.
New Environments Make For Pleasant Hospital Stays
Dave Burnison
Some hospital executives are discovering that an improved environment can be a significant distinction among medical professionals and consumers.