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InterBusiness Issues - May 2006
Paul Kramer & Sister Judith Ann Duvall
Creating a Milestone
In introducing the much-anticipated Milestone Project, the two leaders talk with InterBusiness Issues about why Peoria's largest construction project will benefit not only Children's Hospital, but everyone in central Illinois.

Features

Business Profile
Michael Graham: MSTC, John Graham & Associates
In the world of financial planning, Graham believes a client-centered approach will win in the end.
Government Profile
Councilman Chuck Grayeb
Grayeb talks with InterBusiness Issues about his tenure as a Peoria City Council member.
Guest Editorial
Move Your Business and Home to Downstate
by Craig Hullinger, Economic Development Department of the City of Peoria
Long gone is the requirement for manufacturers, agencies, sales forces, and consulting companies to be located in a large metropolitan area.
IBI List
Attorneys
The latest IBI List offers a lineup of lawyers.
Publisher's Note
Milestone Project Benefits Everyone
by Jan Wright Vergon, Publisher
A study shows this modernization effort will infuse tens of millions of dollars into the Peoria economy and create an estimated 1,000 new jobs throughout the area.

Also in this issue...

Disaster Recovery From a Telecom Perspective
Julie Drake
Jewel Technology Services
One of the worst mistakes any company can make is taking the attitude of “this could never happen to us.”
Trade Measures Open Doors for Manufacturers
Derek Floyd
RSM McGladrey
CAFTA opens rapidly developing markets, and the U.S. Trade Rights Enforcement Act helps ensure fast-growing China abides by its previous trade agreements
Management Lessons From Cowboys
Roland Millington
AdCo Advertising Agency, Inc.
Sometimes you have to go off the beaten path to find the good idea that shakes up business.
What's in a Name: Schools, Lawyers, & Indian Chiefs
Scott Paulsen
Kavanagh, Scully, Sudow, White & Frederick, P.C.
What’s wrong with the name “Braves”? Some people say there’s nothing wrong with the name. However, the NCAA believes otherwise.

Columns

Agricultural Issues
The WTO and the Ag Industry
Patrick Kirchhofer - Peoria County Farm Bureau
Community Issues
Renaissance Park: Building in the District
W. Michael Bryant, Methodist Medical Center
Health Care Issues
How Do Local Hospitals Compare?
Dr. R. Michael Gulley, OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
Insurance Issues
Summer Safety Tips
JR Runkel, Fortner Insurance Agency, Inc.
Occupational Health Issues
Keep Older Workers Healthy
Michael Davis - IWIRC Corp.
Social Issues
Self-Sufficiency For All
Michael Stephan, Heart of Illinois United Way
Chiropractic Issues
Digital Motion X-Ray/Video Fluoroscopy
Dr. Robert Zinser, Zinser Chiropractic Clinics
Consulting Issues
India: The Fastest Growng Free Market Democracy
Aditya Nath, CGN & Associates
Heartland Issues
Great Workplaces, Great Region
Jim McConoughey, Heartland Partnership
Investment Issues
QTIP Trusts Protect Inheritances
Scott Elger, Morgan Stanley
PACVB Issues
What Does It Take to Compete as a Destination?
Steve Powell, Peoria Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
Staffing Issues
Finding Employment When You're Retired
David Smith, Manpower Professional
City Issues
Celebrating Peoria's Original Sister City
Mayor Jim Ardis - City of Peoria
Ethical Issues
Ethics and Information
Dr. John Throop, The Summit Group
HR Issues
Employee Retention: How Do You Rate?
Mary Pille, Employers' Association
Manufacturing Issues
Business Strategy and Continuous Improvement
Mike Waight, IMEC
Public Issues
Medicare Prescription Drug Program Showing Success
Congressman Ray LaHood - U.S. Congress
Workforce Issues
Making Tough Choices for Our Future
Bashir Ali, Central Illinois Workforce Development