SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A Peoria native who was a leader in the Illinois business community has died.
The Illinois Chamber of Commerce says President and CEO Todd Maisch has passed away at the age of 57.
A cause of death was not announced.
Maisch reportedly recently stepped away from the job.
He’s a graduate of Illinois State University and the University of Illinois, and joined the Illinois Chamber in 1994.
A number of political leaders have already expressed condolences for Maisch. Comptroller Susana Mendoza, for example, calls him a “fierce champion for the business community.”
Funeral services have yet to be announced.
“The members and staff of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce are heartbroken to share the news of the passing of our President and CEO Todd Maisch. Todd was a beloved husband, father, and leader in the Illinois business community. We are deeply saddened by his loss. Out of respect to Todd’s family, we will wait to issue more information at a later date.” –Illinois Chamber of Commerce statement
