The BND has been a proud part of this community for over 157 years, and the mission of the Belleville CEO Program is a great fit. As a lifelong resident of the area, it’s rewarding for me to have the opportunity to invest in and play a small part in helping to shape, develop and encourage these young entrepreneurs.

Jay TebbeBND, President and Publisher

“Working with the CEO Belleville students has been an energizing and rewarding experience. These are the future business leaders of our region and their drive and entrepreneurial spirit are inspiring to be around. The opportunity to see behind the scenes how a company really works, how cultures are created, and how people should be treated is valuable to any interested student. We are honored to be a part of CEO Belleville and to play a small role in shaping the lives and careers of our most talented local high school seniors.”

Mike MarchalPresident of Holland Construction

“Entrepreneurs are the lifeblood of any community because of the new businesses, jobs and economic opportunity they create for that community. And since Belleville needs new businesses, Belleville needs new entrepreneurs. That is why Belleville’s new CEO program is so very important. Its purpose is to give high school students a peek at what entrepreneurship is all about—because the more that students understand what entrepreneurship is, the more students will choose to be entrepreneurs. I am excited to be a part of Belleville’s new CEO program because it represents the future of what Belleville can be.”

Jim AllsupAllsup, Inc. President, CEO and Founder