SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) honored Ann Schroeder, Jennifer Rick, and Stacey Pace to the Illinois Capitol to honor them as ‘Women to Watch’ at the annual Women’s Leadership Conference.
Jennifer Rick is a small business owner from Bond County who has spent the last several years working to revitalize Pocohontas. She and her husband have purchased and revitalized several buildings in the Pocohontas village square, as she has helped bring life back to the community. Rick’s renovations include an antique shop, sweet shoppe, hotel, and event center.
Ann Schroeder is a real estate developer and broker-owner from Germantown who dedicates much of her time to her community. A member of the Clinton County Board, Schroeder focuses on making the county a better place to live. While being a big supporter of her community, Ann is also a wife, mom, and animal lover, but her most important role is grandma.
Stacey Pace of Troy is the Director of Madison County Community Development. Pace previously served on the Madison County Board and has been active in her community for decades. She has worked in community relations and as educator with various financial institutions as well as a substitute teacher for the Triad School District of Troy. Now, Pace spends her time bringing economic opportunity to the Metro East.
“These women believe in our community,” said Rep. Charlie Meier. “It’s amazing to see all of their work and efforts in making our region better. These women all have put their hearts into work that is impactful and important. I’m honored to recognize them and look forward to seeing them make our community thrive.”
In its fourth year, Women to Watch was designed to recognize accomplishments from up-and-coming women leaders across Illinois. Each year, legislators identify and invite rising stars from their districts to attend the conference, where their efforts are applauded, and their suggestions are heard during a day of empowering programming.
State Representative Charlie Meier represents the 109th District which includes portions of Bond, Clinton, Madison, St. Clair, and Washington counties. For more information, please visit CharlieMeier.net or contact Rep. Meier’s district office at 618-651-0405.
