Meet the McDonough County CEO Class of 2027!  L-R: Matthew Whitman, Charlee Kindhart, Dana Kane , Cam Melvin

Meet the McDonough County CEO Class of 2027! L-R: Matthew Whitman, Charlee Kindhart, Dana Kane , Cam Melvin


A message from the McDonough County CEO Class of ’27:  This class creates entrepreneurial opportunities for students. The first task is creating a “micro-business”.  The class of  ’27 ...

A message from the McDonough County CEO Class of ’27: This class creates entrepreneurial opportunities for students. The first task is creating a “micro-business”. The class of ’27 ...


The objective: not to eliminate conflict, but to learn how to manage it, controlling the destructive elements while enjoying the productive aspects.   Conflict doesn’t have to be a ...

The objective: not to eliminate conflict, but to learn how to manage it, controlling the destructive elements while enjoying the productive aspects. Conflict doesn’t have to be a ...


This morning’s business visit took us to  Dodsworth-Piper-Wallen FH for a behind-the-scenes look at the operations of the funeral industry.  We were guided by Funeral Directors Eric ...

This morning’s business visit took us to Dodsworth-Piper-Wallen FH for a behind-the-scenes look at the operations of the funeral industry. We were guided by Funeral Directors Eric ...


Today, our CEO students had the opportunity to learn all about the Better Business Bureau from Don O'Brien, Regional Director for BBB Quincy.  Building and maintaining trust in the ...

Today, our CEO students had the opportunity to learn all about the Better Business Bureau from Don O'Brien, Regional Director for BBB Quincy. Building and maintaining trust in the ...


Today, our CEO team joined Ketra Roselieb, CEO Board Secretary and Vice President of Finance & Administration at Western Illinois University, on campus for an insightful session ...

Today, our CEO team joined Ketra Roselieb, CEO Board Secretary and Vice President of Finance & Administration at Western Illinois University, on campus for an insightful session ...


Learning and practicing real-world soft skills is a big part of the CEO Program, and what sets our students apart from the rest.  This morning, we welcomed Dr. Jeremy Robinett ...

Learning and practicing real-world soft skills is a big part of the CEO Program, and what sets our students apart from the rest. This morning, we welcomed Dr. Jeremy Robinett ...


This morning, we took advantage of timing and visited with Danielle Bice, owner of The Cow Patty, as she prepped for Labor Day Weekend in Colchester.  Danielle shared the story behind ...

This morning, we took advantage of timing and visited with Danielle Bice, owner of The Cow Patty, as she prepped for Labor Day Weekend in Colchester. Danielle shared the story behind ...


With the practice of reflection, you shift from being a passenger to the pilot. Instead of being a consumer, you become a creator.  In our busy society, incorporating reflection and ...

With the practice of reflection, you shift from being a passenger to the pilot. Instead of being a consumer, you become a creator. In our busy society, incorporating reflection and ...


You might be an entrepreneur if: 👉the odds of failure don’t apply to you. 👉you’re a born risk taker. 👉you’re tenacious, confident, curious, and see the big picture.   Mark Rauschert ...

You might be an entrepreneur if: 👉the odds of failure don’t apply to you. 👉you’re a born risk taker. 👉you’re tenacious, confident, curious, and see the big picture. Mark Rauschert ...


Rounding out the week: picture day, and our first business visit!  It was a beautiful morning for a professional photo shoot outside. McDonough County CEO Board Chair Holly Spangler ...

Rounding out the week: picture day, and our first business visit! It was a beautiful morning for a professional photo shoot outside. McDonough County CEO Board Chair Holly Spangler ...


Our first few days of CEO have been spent discussing some core principles of the program, and what it will take to be successful this year.  It all boils down to how we go about ...

Our first few days of CEO have been spent discussing some core principles of the program, and what it will take to be successful this year. It all boils down to how we go about ...