Dan LaTurno
President
Dan is the President and CEO and just celebrated his second year here at PPS. He says, “it was not an easy transition coming from the for-profit world, but the MISSION here makes all the difference. My job satisfaction has never been higher!” Walking around the Shop floor and interacting with the employees gives him such pride in seeing how much they enjoy the work that they do. Dan claims the pride and self-esteem of a job well done is so evident on the faces of every one of them. His goal for PPS is to double sales and double “targeted” employment in 5 years.
Email: dlaturno@peoriapros.com
Phone: (309) 693-2000 ext. 200
James Smith
Operations Manager
Jim is the Operations Manager and has been with Peoria Production Solutions for 37 years. His employment with the shop started as a shop supervisor. PPS had 45 employees working two shifts at the time. The company has grown now to around 180 total employees on one shift. The shop’s culture is one of a “family”. The company tries to create an open and friendly atmosphere for all of the employees so that they want to come to work, which is evident in the outstanding attendance records. The employees inspire Jim to do his very best which makes his job very fulfilling. Another item he enjoys about the shop is watching employees strive to do the best they can in their jobs and see their faces when they succeed. Jim has seen the company grow over the years and has been involved with two major facility expansions. He is ready to tackle another so that PPS can continue to provide employment opportunities to more individuals with disabilities.
Email: jims@peoriapros.com
Phone: (309) 693-2000 ext. 209
Erika Wilson
Human Resources Manager
Erika is the HR Manager at Peoria Production Solutions and has been here since 2018. She helps employees with benefits, assists with recruiting new employees, and helps to create and implement employee recognition programs. Erika’s goal for PPS is to continue to expand the business and create even more opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Her favorite things about PPS are the employees, who are the greatest, all the celebrations/parties/meals PPS has and the generosity of the executives and board of directors. PPS is a second family to Erika. She says, “PPS has an amazing culture and that is what initially solidified my decision to work there.” Erika finds the job very rewarding at couldn’t ask for a better place to work.
Email: ewilson@peoriapros.com
Phone: (309) 693-2000 ext. 233
Beth Reusch
Business Development Manager
Beth is responsible for establishing new partnerships in an effort to create sustainable jobs for targeted employees as the Business Development Manager. As a lifelong Peoria resident, she feels passionate about enhancing the quality of life for all residents throughout Central Illinois, including those with disabilities. “Inclusivity is at the heart of everything PPS stands for,” said Beth, “I look forward to working with new partners that can help provide accessible employment to continue to grow our mission.”
Email: breusch@peoriapros.com
Phone: (309) 693-2000 ext. 202
Mike Randall
Director of Supply Chain
Mike has been with Peoria Production Solutions since 2015 and has a variety in roles over that time. Mike oversees the Procurement function as well as Customer Service. Mike has four direct reports, all who mirror his kind and upbeat nature. He is very popular amongst our targeted population of employees and is quick to give a compliment when needed. Mike grew up in Peoria, IL and literally either knows or is related to just about everyone in the area. Mike is so company-minded and such a great cheerleader for what PPS does for its employees. Lastly, Mike is known to be a bit frugal in his personal life and that trait suits him well in his role here, as he fights every price increase as if it was coming out of his own pocket.
Email: mrandall@peoriapros.com
Phone: (309) 693-2000 ext. 207
Jeremiah Brown
Production Manager
Jeremiah has been with PPS since 2018, starting as a Supervisor in the Assembly and Sewing parts of our business. Coming from Maui Jim, Jeremiah brought with him a ton of new ideas and culture-building tools that Maui Jim are known for. He is an excellent communicator and definitely a champion of our targeted population. Jeremiah challenges our employees to do more challenging jobs, rather than getting stuck in the mundane and that has resulted in some real success stories, where targeted employees have risen to Inspectors and Department Coordinators. Jeremiah has all production responsibilities for the newer Airport location and, along with three Supervisors, the operation runs extremely well.
Email: jbrown@peoriapros.com
Phone: (309) 693-2000 ext. 231