Movers & Shakers — March 2023
These Columbia businesses and employees are making news in the March 2023 issue of COMO Magazine. Do you know someone who has recently received a promotion, made a career switch, received an awesome certification or award, or achieved something that makes them a mover and shaker? Please send your Movers & Shakers news to [email protected]. […]
Movers & Shakers – February 2023
JACOB SCHNITZER The Missouri Symphony (MOSY) announced esteemed conductor, composer, and director Jacob Schnitzer has been appointed to the position of Missouri Symphony Orchestra assistant conductor and Missouri Symphony Conservatory teaching artist, joining the MOSY artistic team alongside recently appointed music director designate, Wilbur Lin. Jacob earned his master’s degree in orchestral conducting from […]
Movers & Shakers – The Health and Wellness Issue
Matt Frederiksen-England The University of Missouri Health Care has named Matt Frederiksen-England chief compliance officer after a nationwide search. Matt joined the MU Health Care team in October from Billings Clinic health system in Montana where he served as chief compliance officer and integrity officer. Prior to serving at Billings Clinic, he served as chief […]
Movers & Shakers – January 2023
Columbia Board of Realtors Congratulations to Columbia Board of Realtors 2022 Award Winners: Joel Radman Award – Natalie Wier | EXP Realty. Denny Douglas Community Service Award Winner – Matt Beckett | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Vision RE, REALTOR® Salesperson of the Year Award Winner – Shannon Drewing | House of Brokers Realty. REALTOR® of the Year […]
Movers & Shakers – December 2022
Burrell Behavioral Health Burrell Behavioral Health recognizes a variety of staff milestones occurring in the last quarter. Rachel Ballew was recently promoted to director, Talent Acquisition. She joined Burrell in 2020. In this new role, Rachel will lead recruitment efforts for the organization’s Central Region. Several Burrell Central Region employees celebrated 15 years, or more, […]
Movers & Shakers: The Impact Issue
Megan Steen Burrell Behavioral Health and its parent company, Brightli, are pleased to announce Megan Steen has been named to the new position of chief operating officer, Central Region. Megan, who was previously Burrell’s vice president, Central Region, will oversee day-to-day operations for Brightli’s Central Region which encompasses 17 counties. This area includes programs and […]
Movers & Shakers
Dustin Thomas University of Missouri Health Care has named Dustin Thomas chief financial officer. Dustin joined the institution in September from the University of Texas Medical Branch, where he served as chief analytics officer and health system chief financial officer. He began his career with Intermountain Healthcare in Salt Lake City and served in finance […]
Movers & Shakers: August 2022
Michelle Holz The Columbia Board of Education recommended Michelle Holz as the assistant superintendent of human resources for the 2022-23 school year. Michelle will take over for Jennifer Rukstad, who is leaving the district to become the executive director of the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA). Michelle has been the director of certificated […]
Movers & Shakers: The Politics Issue
Jessica Travlos Old Hawthorne is excited to welcome back Jessica Travlos as its new director of events. Jessica previously worked as Old Hawthorne’s food & beverage service manager from 2019 to 2021. In her new role, Jessica will be directing all club-hosted member, private, athletic, and youth events. Gary Anspach OATS, Inc. is pleased to […]
June: Movers & Shakers
Missouri Restaurant Association The Missouri Restaurant Association held its annual President’s Inaugural Dinner in March, and the organization would like to recognize the following individuals for their accomplishments: Billy Giordano and Jeremy Bowles from Room 38 were selected as Restaurateurs of the Year. Mark Sulltrop of 44 Stone/44 Canteen was inducted into the Missouri Restaurant […]
May: Movers & Shakers
Welcome Home, Inc. Welcome Home, Inc. announced its 2022 officers and three new additions to its board of directors: Robert Boone, Jennifer Sticken, and Joanie Mains. Board members serve 3-year terms at Welcome Home, Inc. and officers are elected annually. The board is the organization’s governing body and it acts as fiduciaries who advise the […]
May: Movers & Shakers
Ashley Moore Central Bank of Boone County welcomes Ashley Moore as a relationship manager. In this role, she will connect with current bank customers and serve as a liaison for all of their banking needs. Ashley took on her new role in January after spending 15 years with the MU Alumni Association and the Tiger […]