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Bluder tells QC her next chapter includes NBC analyst debut
Life looks different these days but no less busy for the Big Ten’s all-time winningest coach Lisa Bluder following her retirement after 24 years as the highly decorated University of Iowa women’s basketball coach. Wednesday, Nov. 12, for example, found…
Moline riverfront: Planners close in on final plan for river area
When it comes to improving the Moline riverfront, many residents want: More restaurants and other…

Hy-Vee closing; new grocery store in works?
With Hy-Vee about to close its longtime west Davenport store on Rockingham Road, city officials…

QCBT sponsors Bix 7 registrations for Madison students
Students at Davenport’s Madison Elementary School are getting a running start to join the Arconic…

Immigrant Workforce Job Fair will be May 23
Employers in the Quad Cities can participate in a hiring event to recruit newly arrived…

Ascentra named Best-in-Class by Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., one of the world’s largest insurance brokerage, risk management and…

QCBJ honors Women of Influence with new awards
The Quad Cities Regional Business Journal is proud to present our first-ever Women of Influence…

QC ambassador knows experience is a gift, pass it on
For Paula Sands, retirement from an influential career in broadcasting wasn’t an ending. It was…

DEI leader knows women can have ‘best of both worlds’
LaDrina Wilson is a talented storyteller. That combined with her willingness to confront uncomfortable issues…

RI changemaker good citizen, community servant
Rock Island Alderwoman Jenni Swanson is more than a dedicated elected official. She’s a community…

Team player, worker bee prefers to ‘lead by example’
Dr. Susan Rector shies away from the word “leader” in describing herself, and rather prefers…

Groundbreaking scout leader takes inspiration from others
To hear Diane T. Nelson tell it, SHE is the person who is influenced and…

Argrow House founder ‘walks humbly and loves justice’
Her accomplishments are many, ranging from global mission work to finding a path for healing…

A ‘passionate leader’ who helps the community
Not long ago, Jay Justin, president and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the…

Bank executive a ‘true inspiration’ to the community
Laura “Divot” Ekizian’s circle of influence as a local business and community leader has touched…

For Edwards it’s always been about ‘showing up’
You can see Cathy Edwards’ name on the sign of the company she and her…





