Ambassador Committee Member Spotlight Regina K. Homawoo
Regina K. HomawooSr. Planning & Business Development AnalystMemorial Health (217) 788-3835homawoo.regina@mhsil.comWhat products and services does your business offer? For the people of Central Illinois, Memorial Health is more than a health system; it's a partner. When a health crisis strikes, Springfield Memorial Hospital is ready. As a major teaching hospital, it handles everything from emergencies and surgery to intensive care and complex diagnostics. But Memorial Health's commitment to the community
Ambassador of the Quarter Maggie Gullo
Maggie Gullo Account Executive LRS Web Solutions(217) 862-9727maggie.gullo@lrs.com In the first quarter of 2026, Maggie Gullo, Account Executive, LRS Web Solutions earned the Ambassador of the Quarter honor. Maggie had one member lead join The Chamber, made 11 member contacts, attended six ribbon cuttings, worked at four Chamber on Tap events, and attended three Ambassador committee meetings. Maggie will receive a gift card to a Chamber member business. Earning honorable mention for the 1st Quarter
Before You Design Anything: Branding Basics Every Springfield Startup Should Know
Building brand recognition takes 5–7 impressions, and 90% of consumers expect a consistent experience across every platform they use. For new business owners in Springfield — whether you're launching near the Statehouse, opening a retail shop downtown, or starting a healthcare practice — that math means your brand needs to work hard from the first interaction. Getting the foundation right early makes marketing, hiring, and pricing easier to build on.What Branding Actually Means Branding is not your logo.
