The "I Choose Illinois!" podcast, brought to you by Elevate Illinois, showcases the positive stories happening throughout the great state of Illinois. The Land of Lincoln is home to so many special people, places, events and employers who make a positive difference in our state every day. Innovation and a commitment to showcasing the the positive aspects of our state drive Elevate Illinois's mission. Listen and enjoy!
I CHOOSE ILLINOIS
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The "I Choose Illinois!" podcast, brought to you by Elevate Illinois, showcases the positive stories happening throughout the great state of Illinois. The Land of Lincoln is home to so many special people, places, events and employers who make a positive difference in our state every day. Innovation and a commitment to showcasing the the positive aspects of our state drive Elevate Illinois's mission. Listen and enjoy!
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July 20, 2023
I CHOOSE ILLINOIS - Zach Shields - Decatur, IL Public Schools Foundation
<p>Decatur Public Schools Foundation Executive Director Zach Shields might have started out as a Buckeye but he’s all Illinois now. His job at the Foundation gives him a broad platform to help influence and impact Decatur’s youth from working with philanthroper Howard Buffet on a “Welders to Wall Street” strategy to engage urban youth in becoming involved in and discovering careers in agriculture to providing cultural learning opportunities in other countries, Zach is leading the way.</p> <p> Zach chooses Illinois because it is a fertile ground for creative minds and a great place to pool positive energy. Learn more about his Illinois story in this week’s podcast. </p> <p> </p>
June 27, 2023
I CHOOSE ILLINOIS - Abby Colvin - Knox County Partnership in Galesburg, IL
<p>Varna, Illinois – native Abby Colvin had to leave Illinois to truly appreciate her Midwest -humble, central Illinois, upbringing. A job with Easter Seals took her to Florida, but she was back in Illinois within a year and now extols the virtues of the state not only in her job as Director of Communications and Development at the Knox County Area Partnership for Economic Development but also in her outside activities which include re-invigorating the local Young Professionals Network. Learn why Abby chooses Illinois in today’s podcast.</p> <p> </p>
March 14, 2023
I CHOOSE ILLINOIS - Terrence "Tat" Taylor in Decatur, IL
<p><strong>We REALLY enjoyed this!</strong> <strong>What an inspiring story! Joy. Positivity. Love.</strong> Decatur, Illinois’ Terrence “Tat” Taylor Chooses Illinois because he knows that by working together we will all be better. His motto is “Connecting, Correcting and Directing” and his advice to everyone is simple: “Turn Your Passion Into Your Profession and Your Profession Will Turn to Profit”</p> <p>Almost 20 years ago as a teenage father Terrence A. Taylor, better known as Tat, decided to really engage with his hometown of Decatur. He wanted to be involved in bettering where he lived not only for himself, but others who grew up near him and, most importantly, for his young daughter.</p> <p>When Tat was growing up, other than his parents, he didn’t really see young, African American, influencers. He wanted to change that and be present in people’s lives. Stepping out of his comfort zone, Tat picked up the community newspaper, and a locally produced magazine called Thrive, scouring for activities where he thought his point of view could make a difference and simply started showing up. He didn’t wait to be asked. And, he was often the only person under 30, the only person of color and the only person who grew up in his part of the city that was in the room.</p> <p>Speaking to him now, it’s hard to believe that he is the same self-described, shy kid whose biggest aspirations were to be a radio DJ. Starting with a studio in the closet of his room where his sister was a big get for an interview and the greatest worry he had was finding the perfect on-air name, Tat has expanded those dreams much farther not only for himself but for hundreds if not thousands in his circle.</p> <p>Tat has done and continues to do it all – school family support coordinator; Decatur schools 2.0 mentor; board member for Boys and Girls Club and Big Brothers/Big Sisters; Beautify Decatur committee member and volunteer; DJ and #1 Decatur radio personality. He firmly believes that what you put out is what you get back out of each day and each interaction.</p> <p>In recent years, Tat’s roles have expanded geographically. O’Shea Builders asked him to be the face of their campaign geared to attracting more minorities to construction trades jobs and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has made him the DJ for all Illini sporting events. Even with all of this, he continues to focus on mentoring, believing the best way to help our youth is by connecting, correcting and directing.</p> <p>Tat and long-time friend Bennie Smith, Jr. are in the process of opening another mentoring venture. The Suite 704 is a place where young adults can begin to realize their radio and video broadcast dreams.</p>
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