Jessica Linder Gallo

Incoming Peoria Public Schools Superintendent Jerry Bell said he wants District 150 to work hand-in-hand with the business community in preparing students to meet evolving workforce needs.

Bradley University President James Shadid says bold leadership will help the university and the Peoria community move forward as they face what he sees as “parallel challenges.”

Jessica Linder Gallo believes the Greater Peoria region continues to make strides in business development and economic growth. She says a focus on talent retention is among the chamber’s top objectives.

Jessica Linder Gallo thinks the Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce can act as a conduit between businesses, community organizations and city leaders as Peoria works to overcome its housing shortage.

The Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce’s new leadership revealed a new brand this week.

The new CEO of the Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce is setting her sights on attracting talent and improving Peoria’s quality of place.