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InterBusiness Issues - November 2007
40 Leaders Under Forty
Class of 2007
Leadership is the ability to get things done—to not only dream big dreams, but bring them to fruition. Each November, InterBusiness Issues dedicates an issue to our young leaders in central Illinois.

For the 14th year, InterBusiness Issues and Caterpillar Inc., along with sponsors RLI, Illinois Central College, OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, Health Alliance Medical Plans, South Side Bank, Commerce Bank and Farnsworth Group, present the new class of 40 Leaders Under Forty.

The Class of 2007 includes men and women who are committed to making central Illinois an even better place in which to live and work. They were chosen because of their dedication to advancing both their professional lives and supporting organizations that benefit their friends and neighbors. These remarkable individuals were honored at a prestigious awards ceremony November 7th at the Hotel Pere Marquette’s Cotillion Ballroom.

Features

Business Profile
Menold Construction & Restoration
by Brenna Scurlock
What evolved from Menold’s skill as a mason is now an established company that recently celebrated its 30th year in business.
Cost Segregation: R&D Studies Can Boost Short-Term Cash Flow
by Bob Weigel
RSM McGladrey
If your business is seeking quick ways to improve cash flow, look no further than a new building you’ve acquired or renovated or a recent improvement to your production line.
Publisher's Note
The Business of Building Leaders
by Jan Wright, Publisher
Today, it is the competition for human ability and leadership skills which drives the success of companies.
Where, Oh Where Do Those Dollars Go?
by Julie Drake
Jewel Technology Services
Have you ever wondered what you actually pay for when you write that check for your monthly telephone bill?

Also in this issue...

Business Blogs as Marketing Tools
by Steven Streight
Spyderhost.net
Having a blog shows your willingness to inform and interact with customers in a relaxed, “regular guy or gal” manner.
Cooling Global Climate Change
by Richard H. Osa
STS Consultants
Scientists have warned that carbon dioxide released during combustion of natural gas, oil and coal may lead to global warming.

Columns

Agricultural Issues
Corn and Soybean Crops Flourish
Patrick Kirchhofer - Peoria County Farm Bureau
Community Issues
Done Deal: The Next Chapter
W. Michael Bryant, Methodist Medical Center
Healthcare Issues
Celebrating Home Care & Hospice Month
Katie Jones, OSF Home Care
Information Management Issues
Scanning vs. Storage
Greg Dickerson, Iron Mountain
Manufacturing Issues
Culture Key to Continuous Improvement
Mike Waight, IMEC
Social Issues
Program Collaboration in Peoria Schools
Michael Stephan, Heart of Illinois United Way
Workforce Issues
Tremendous Challenges Ahead
Bashir Ali - Central Illinois Workforce Network
Chiropractic Issues
The Future of Chiropractic with Rapid Prototyping
Dr. Robert Zinser, Zinser Chiropractic Clinics
County Issues
Government Where You Are
William Prather, Peoria County Board
Heartland Issues
What's Next for Peoria NEXT
Jim McConoughey - Heartland Partnership
Investment Issues
Regular Checkups
Scott Elger - Robert W. Baird & Co.
Occupational Health Issues
Workplace Hernias
Dr. William Duensing, IWIRC Corp.
Staffing Issues
The Power of Networking
David Smith - Manpower Professional
City Issues
Mayoral Teamwork at Play
Mayor Jim Ardis - City of Peoria
Ethical Issues
Ethics and Advancement
Dr. John Throop - The Summit Group
HR Issues
Leading Up to Get What You Need
Mary Pille - Employers' Association
Legislative Issues
A Significant Step for Mental Health
State Rep. Dave Leitch - 73rd District
Public Issues
Saluting Our Leaders
Congressman Ray LaHood - U.S. Congress
Tourism Issues
What a Difference a Year Makes
Brent Lonteen, Peoria Area Convention & Visitors Bureau