Clayton named Civic Center general manager
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- Published on Tuesday, 17 November 2015 15:34
- Written by Paul Gordon
Anne Clayton, interim general manager of the Peoria Civic Center for six months, was named to the position full-time, the Civic Center announced on Monday.
SMG Management, which operates the Civic Center under a contract with the city, and the Peoria Civic Center Authority Board made the announcement during a staff meeting.
Clayton was director of finance for the Civic Center when she was tabbed to be interim general manager after Jim Wetherington resigned May 12 for personal reasons. Clayton continued to do her job as finance director while serving as interim general manager.
SMG Regional General Manager Richard MacKeigan said Clayton was chosen after an extensive national search process.
“Anne has a proven leadership style which will empower staff members to think and act progressively as we continue to work on fulfilling the vision and mission for the Peoria Civic Center as set by the PCC Authority and the city of Peoria,” MacKeigan said. “The Peoria Civic Center is a key venue in SMG’s management portfolio and we are thrilled to be able to have such a reliable and energetic leader at its helm.”
Bob Manning, chairman of the Peoria Civic Center Authority, expressed the authority’s excitement on the appointment of Clayton.
“I have worked very closely with Anne over the past few years on the finances of the Peoria Civic Center and I know we are in good hands.” Bob Manning said, “Her skills and management strengths are exactly what we need at this time. She has the full confidence and trust of the Authority.”
Clayton started her career at the Peoria Civic Center seven and half years ago as a staff accountant. She has since held multiple roles in the accounting department, including accounting manager, assistant director of finance and director of finance. Clayton is a lifelong Washington resident and graduate of Bradley University.
Clayton will begin her role of general manager immediately. “We are one, we are a team,” she reiterated to staff after the announcement of her appointment, a motto she embodies as she leads the team in enhancing economic vitality in Downtown Peoria and generating more entertainment opportunities for the residents of Central Illinois, the Civic Center release said.
