Newsmakers

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Computers|ret||ret||tab|

Jeannie Horton, a senior network consultant with Technology Innovations Inc., obtained the Microsoft Certified System Engineer and Microsoft Certified Database Administrator certifications. Horton has a computer information systems degree from Southwest Missouri State University and more than 15 years of experience.|ret||ret||tab|

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Finance|ret||ret||tab|

Marita Thomas joined Empire Bank as a banking center manager/loan officer. Her responsibilities include daily management of staff and operations, and real estate lending. |ret||ret||tab|

Jennifer Hendrickson joined CPA firm Davis, Lynn & Moots PC as a staff accountant. She performs audit, accounting and tax services. A graduate of Southwest Missouri State University, Hendrickson has previous experience working for Teamsters Local Union No. 245. |ret||ret||tab|

Tim Austin joined the staff of Liberty Bank in Ozark as assistant vice president. Austin is responsible for generating and managing consumer, construction and commercial loans. Austin has more than 13 years of experience in the banking industry. |ret||ret||tab|

David M. Compere, vice president and portfolio manager at Springfield Trust Company, completed all of the Certified Financial Planner program requirements and is now authorized by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. |ret||ret||tab|

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Health care|ret||ret||tab|

Cindy Gaddie, BSN, RN, director of quality improvement at Skaggs Community Health Center in Branson, passed the certified professional in health care quality examination. Candidates must meet minimum educational requirements and have a minimum of two years of experience in the health care quality management field. She joined the hospital in 1992.|ret||ret||tab|

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Law enforcement|ret||ret||tab|

Mark McLean was recognized for 20 years of service as a volunteer chaplain for the Springfield Police Department. He is a professor of biblical studies at Evangel University and has a Ph.D. in Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations from Harvard University. He also has a master's degree from Harvard.|ret||ret||tab|

The Springfield Police Department honored a civilian and eight officers at a ceremony at City Hall. Roni Lewis received the Certificate of Commendation in appreciation of his contributions to the community. Officers receiving the Meritorious Service Awards are Kelly Patton, Richard Noble, Dawn Duncan, Joey Kyle, Mark Sears, Jason Rust, Jason Kitta and former police officer Brent Beckley for their assistance at dwelling fires. |ret||ret||tab|

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Media|ret||ret||tab|

Associated Video Producers announced three staff additions. |ret||ret||tab|

Britt Hooton joined the company as audio production engineer. He has 15 years of experience in audio production, recording mixing and mastering, and radio and television commercials. Hooton is a 2000 graduate of SMSU, with a bachelor's degree in electronic arts and audio production. |ret||ret||tab|

Mark Harrell joined AVP as sales manager. Harrell's duties include new accounts and public relations. He has more than 12 years of experience in print and advertising, most recently working as an account executive for retail advertising agency Ambrosi in Atlanta. |ret||ret||tab|

Ben Bumgarner joined AVP as an editor. A past recipient of the RFK Student Journalism Award as part of the HTV Magazine Team, Bumgarner has extensive knowledge of visual effects in several software programs, including Adobe After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator. |ret||ret||tab|

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Services|ret||ret||tab|

Four employees of Wood Brite/Wood ReNew represented their company at the International Franchise Convention in San Antonio, Texas. Attending were Stan Krempges, Sonja Krempges, Brett Baker and Brent Krempges.|ret||ret||tab|

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Waste management|ret||ret||tab|

Six Advantage Waste staff members completed trauma training provided by St. John's. Recognized were Craig Post, Al Wyble, Larry Allen, Roy Russell, Lori Post and Bob Huey.|ret||ret||tab|

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Wineries|ret||ret||tab|

Stone Hill Winery earned top honors at the Los Angeles County Fair Wine Competition. Stone Hill's 2002 Vignoles and 2002 Late Harvest Vignoles received Best of Class gold medals and also received gold medals in their separate varietal categories, earning the wines "double gold" status. Stone Hill received a silver medal for its 2001 Norton, and bronze medals were awarded for Stone Hill's 2000 Norton, 2001 Chardonel, 2002 Steinberg White, Ros Montaigne, Pink Catawba, Concord and Cream Sherry.|ret||ret||tab|

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