People on the move 10/22/07

Agent completes 90-hour program

Kyle Owens

Licensed agent Kyle Owens of Century 21 Key Realty in Cape Girardeau has been awarded the Graduate Realtors Institute symbol in recognition of his completion of 90 hours of education outlined by the National Association of Realtors. Owens joined Century 21 Key Realty in 2006 and has 27 years' experience in real estate and has also held real estate licenses in New Mexico and Texas.

Southeast nurse certified as educator

Terri Kahle

Southeast Missouri Hospital announced that Terri Kahle, a registered nurse and member of the faculty at Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences, has received national certification as a nurse educator. She was certified through the National League of Nursing Academic Nurse Educator Certification Program. Kahle has worked at Southeast since 1986 and has been employed at the college since 2000.

Realty owner takes part in D.C. lobbying day

The owner of Century 21 Ashland Realty, Kenneth Inman, recently took part in a lobbying day in Washington, D.C., meeting with U.S. Rep. Jo Ann Emerson, R-Mo., to discuss credit issues in real estate, flood insurance and health insurance. The Century 21 National Brokers Communication Congress brings dozens of brokers to the national capital to meet with lawmakers on a variety of topics.

Chamber chief finishes leadership program

Mary Beth Williams, executive director of the Jackson Chamber of Commerce, recently was one of 31 candidates who graduated from the 2007 Leadership Missouri program sponsored by the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The seven-month program is designed to identify current and emerging leaders and provide training to improve their skills and broaden their knowledge of issues in the state.

Woman recognized for work with children

Ramona Robinson

Ramona Robinson of Masters Children Academy, 750 N. Mount Auburn Road, was awarded a child development associate certification by the Council of Professional Recognition for her work with children. Candidates for the certification must demonstrate their skills working with children and working with families. Robinson is a Cape Girardeau native and has been working in child care for five years.

Edward Jones trainee becomes administrator

The Cape Girardeau branch office of Edward Jones investment firm announced that Rhonda Young has recently graduated from trainee to branch office administrator. Young completed five months of work, training and testing. The branch office administrator is responsible for day-to-day operations, client service and marketing support.

Anna, Ill., financial agent expands services

Ken Pinnon

Country Insurance and Financial Services agent Ken Pinnon of Buncombe, Ill., has qualified to offer expanded financial planning and investment management services. The qualification comes after a course of classroom sessions and personal study. Pinnon works at the Country office in Anna, Ill.

Dolores Baker-Schultz

Real estate agent goes to retreat in Hawaii

Century 21 Ashland Realty announced that Dolores Schultz-Baker took part in a Century 21 top agent retreat in Hawaii. The retreat was offered to agents who attained masters level sales. Schultz-Baker won recognition for $5.6 million in closed sales.

-- From staff reports