Savant Announces Katie Calagui as Chief People Officer

Newly formed position created to assist in the strategic direction of the firm, talent expansion and development ROCKFORD, Ill. (Oct. 7, 2020) – To continue building a best-in-class advisory and support team, Savant Wealth Management (formerly Savant Capital Management), a nationally recognized, fee-only advisory firm headquartered in Rockford, today announced that Katie Calagui has joined its team as chief people officer (CPO). As a newly … Read More

Cornerstone Credit Union donates $17,500 to Local Organizations through FHL Bank Targeted Impact Fund Grant Program

FREEPORT, IL – Cornerstone Credit Union (CCU) was a recipient of a $15,000 grant as part of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago’s (FHLB) Targeted Impact Fund. The FHLB grant program was created to provide member financial institutions with grants to support relief efforts for populations hardest-hit by COVID-19, as well as to promote equity and opportunity for communities … Read More

SENB BANK ANNOUNCES NEW ASSISTANT BANKING CENTER MANAGER

ROSCOE, IL – SENB Bank is pleased to announce the addition of Alice Martinez, Assistant Banking Center Manager of the Roscoe Banking Center.  Ms. Martinez has been in the banking industry for 13 years and has experience on both the deposit and retail lending side of banking.  Ms. Martinez works to provide a high level of service with each of … Read More

COMMUNITY FLU SHOTS AND ENHANCED SAFETY MEASURES

BELOIT, WI. (September 24, 2020) – Beloit Health System is prepared to take care of you and your families during the COVID-19 pandemic with a continued emphasis on providing safety and protection.    “During 2020-2021, getting a flu vaccine will be more important than ever.  Through vaccination our patients are reducing their risk of getting flu related illnesses or being … Read More

Senator Syverson Receives Friend of Agriculture Award

ROCKFORD, IL — In recognition to his commitment to supporting Illinois’ largest industry, State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Rockford) has been named a “Friend of Agriculture” by the Illinois Farm Bureau.   “Illinois farmers lead the industry in the production of commodities such as soybeans and corn, generating billions for Illinois’ economy,” said Senator Syverson. “There’s no question, the agriculture industry … Read More

FNBT Shares Impact of Financial Education Program Supporting Students with Distance Learning Amidst COVID-19 School Closures

Beloit, WI, September 11, 2020 – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) has released annual impact data for the financial education curriculum it provides to high school students across Southern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois. The digital Sound Advice Scholars program, made available to high schools at no cost through FNBT’s relationship with leading social impact education innovator EVERFI, supported distance learning amidst widespread school closures driven by the COVID-19 pandemic … Read More

Kick Start Your Small Business

Has your small business reached a crossroad? Bring your questions to this interactive webinar as we discuss techniques for revitalizing your business plan. Learn how SBA programs and services can be the tools you need to make sound decisions for your business. Register now to receive log on instructions emailed to you. Please note, this event will be on the … Read More

Scott Sullivan Named to The Best Lawyers in America© for the Seventh Consecutive Year

ROCKFORD, Ill. (August 20, 2020) – Scott C. Sullivan, a partner with WilliamsMcCarthy LLP, a full-service Illinois-based law firm headquartered in Rockford, was recently selected by his peers for inclusion in 27th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America© in the field of commercial litigation. Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession. This is the seventh straight year Sullivan has been recognized … Read More

Savant Lands Among the Top 50 Firms in the Nation

ROCKFORD, Ill. (Aug. 19, 2020) – Savant Wealth Management (formerly Savant Capital Management), a nationally recognized, fee-only advisory firm headquartered in Rockford, has been recognized by InvestmentNews as one of the top 50 fee-only Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) in the nation. This is the thirteenth time Savant has been recognized by the financial trade publication.   Savant earned the #21 spot for 2020, climbing 11 spots … Read More