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Lincoln Financial Advisors
IB’s Executive of the Week is the premier way to meet area executives. This week features Timothy McIlwain, Financial Planner and Partner at Lincoln Financial Advisors.

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Natasha Vora: Setbacks fuel determination; preparation leads to business ownership.
A professional figure skater for 10 years, from the tender ages of 6 to 16, Natasha Vora says operating a store with furnishings marked by exotic woods and textured material may not give her quite the same opportunity for self-expression that executing a double axel to music from Madame Butterfly in a kimono-style costume once did, but it's expressive nonetheless. In fact, Vora sees a number of parallels between her figure skating past and her home decor present. The artistic expression that helped her develop a passion for figure skating has also influenced her selection of Asian-style furnishings and textiles at Indocara, her Madison store. full story

2010's 40 Executives Under 40

this year's 40 Under 40 class is blessed with ambition, entrepreneurial gifts, and includes a nuclear fusion entrepreneur (Dr. Greg Piefer) among its shining stars. Full Story

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Behind the Scenes: 40 Under 40 Photo Shoot

IBTV is your all-access pass to the 40 Under 40 photo shoot - with candid comments you won't see in print. Join us backstage.

The 311 — Food Tweets & Treats
Given my interest in food and professional persona as the Web Chef, I though it only appropriate to contribute to the conversation on how restaurants, food purveyors and other retailers can put Twitter to use. The topic is timely as evidenced by the "Social Media 101" session on the menu for the Wisconsin Restaurant Association's Expo 2010 Tech Training on March 9th. As a supplement to the 101 session and as tips for many types of businesses, here's a Twitter 311, covering five key areas for using Twitter in your social media mix. Full Story

One little boy lost between the cracks ... and then miraculously "found."
I have know you a long time but didn't know that story - a story of one person helping one person at a time which in turn will help future generations. – Ruth Ann, Madison WI

Dear President Obama
submitted by Torrey Jaeckle
Well said Torrey.....thank you! – Gregg, Madison

Dear President Obama
submitted by Torrey Jaeckle
nicely done – bill, madison