
Business In The 217
Business in the 217: Springfield Business Journal Chat with Michelle Ownbey - 07/09/2025
<p>Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.</p> <p>Topics Discussed In This Interview:</p> <p>The Wakery opened downtown a little over two years ago, but owner Elizabeth Wake said the business has not proven to be sustainable, despite a strong public reception and winning several awards.</p> <p> </p> <p>University of Illinois Springfield has pivoted from plans to open its new “Innovation Center” in a thre...

