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Journalist Hunt connects you with thousands of verified journalists featured in Illinois Business Journal and other top publications. Use our advanced filters to search by beat, industry, location, medium, and role, and build targeted media lists in minutes. Explore the largest database of journalists and start connecting with the right contacts today. Try Journalist Hunt for free, or subscribe to unlock premium data and filters.

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Editor, River County News

Steven Spencer

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Editor, River County News

Jerseyville

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CrimePetroleumInvestment StrategiesAdventureFragranceFood ApartheidTradeForeign AffairsRoboticsStreetwearHuman interestFeaturesWeddings

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Doug Jenkins

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SpainDiningFood

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Publisher, Illinois Business Journal

Greg Hoskins

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Publisher, Illinois Business Journal

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Market TrendsBook ReviewsInnovationMilitary Public AffairsSupercomputingSportCriminologyInspirationInternet CultureTravel and techCelebritiesRegulationsCelebrity NewsCelebrity and pop cultureFreelance copywriting across industries (apparel to tech)Homes

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Editor, Illinois Business Journal

Melissa Crockett Meske

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Editor, Illinois Business Journal

Eastern Region

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business and financeu.s. regional

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Retail industryStartupsForest ConservationPolitical and financial topicsCorporate FinanceSustainabilityMedical AestheticsZodiac and astrologyMarketing TipsCuisineSelf-DevelopmentBusiness LoansVegan topicsBeauty and beverageStartupAngel Funding

Eastern Region

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News Reporter, The Sentinel Newspaper

Rebecca Sponsler

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News Reporter, The Sentinel Newspaper

Greenville

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PoliticsCurriculum DevelopmentHistoryRacism and technologyLuxuryFaithGreenwich VillageCommunityBreaking NewsAdministrationOnline EducationRenewable EnergyNutrition

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Reporter, The Edwardsville Intelligencer

Julie Laakko

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Reporter, The Edwardsville Intelligencer

Nashville

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u.s.Education

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Corporate MalfeasanceGender-based violenceEducation, sports, politics, and cultureInfertilityFirearms Industry NewsEducationPhilanthropyHigher EducationMental HealthDevelopment IssuesWildlifeFrackingArtFeaturesEdtech

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Journalist Hunt makes media outreach simple by providing access to over 100,000 verified journalists from around the world. Each profile comes with journalist type, role, beat, industry, outlet, location, recent articles and other data, which makes it easy for you to know who you’re pitching. Stop wasting countless hours of searching for the right journalists on the internet and access our database to find the right matches today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I find journalists featured in Illinois Business Journal?

    Use filters like beat, industry, location, or journalist type to narrow your search to people who have contributed to Illinois Business Journal. You’ll see profiles that match those criteria.

  • Do you offer contact emails for journalists at Illinois Business Journal?

    Yes. Verified contact details (such as emails, LinkedIn, and X) are unlocked with a premium subscription. Free users can view profiles, but contact fields are redacted.

  • Can I filter Illinois Business Journal journalists by location or beat?

    Absolutely. You can focus your search by country, city/state, or specific beats to target journalists from Illinois Business Journal working in those areas.

  • What information is included in a journalist profile from Illinois Business Journal?

    Each profile includes journalist type, role, beat(s), industry, outlet(s), location, and recent articles — so you can see what they cover and where.

  • Can I export a list of Illinois Business Journal journalists for outreach campaigns?

    Yes. Premium users can export lists of journalists affiliated with Illinois Business Journal into CSV or XLSX files for your campaigns.

  • How often are profiles for journalists from Illinois Business Journal updated?

    We refresh profiles regularly to ensure the outlet affiliations, roles, beats, and contact details remain accurate.

  • Why filter by outlet instead of only by beat or industry?

    Outlets often signal audience, editorial style, and trust. Targeting Illinois Business Journal journalists ensures your pitch reaches people who already publish where your ideal readers go.

  • Can I subscribe just to get a list of Illinois Business Journal journalists for one project?

    Yes. You can subscribe for a short term, export your Illinois Business Journal-specific media list, and cancel anytime afterward.

  • Can I cancel my subscription at any time?

    Yes. You can change or cancel your plan at any time. You’ll keep access until the end of your current billing period.

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