Brilliant Spirit Awards
Nominations are closed for the 2025 Brilliant Spirit Awards. These celebrate individuals or organizations who have shown innovation, creativity, or collaboration in welcoming visitors and residents to the greater Champaign-Urbana area, including Monticello, Tuscola, Arthur, Arcola, Sullivan, and Paxton. Potential nominees could be a staff member who provides exceptional customer service to guests, an event planner who created significant economic impact, or a business leader whose insight has paved the way for growth in the hospitality industry.
Our 2025 winners are:
Ruthie Harper, Ion Grove at Willard Airport
John Stephens, Little Theatre on the Square
Laura Raney, Comfort Suites
Jan Seeley, Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend
Irene Macedo, La Paloma