"Compared with other cities, Chicago's corporate leaders are unusually tied to the philanthropic and civic life of the community."
- Gillian Darlow
CEO, Polk Bros. Foundation
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Q&A WITH TCN BOARD CHAIR DONNA THOMPSON
Donna Thompson, CEO of Access Community Health Network, was featured in a Q&A session with the
Chicago Tribune. Donna shared her thoughts on the Affordable Care Act and the people who have influenced her professionally. Watch the video
here.
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INTERVIEW WITH JEANNE GANG
Jeanne Gang, founding principal of Studio Gang, shared her thoughts with
Designboom on high-rise buildings, the importance of integrating environmental issues, and more.
"I think we're maybe one of the few design architects that really embrace this as a way towards the future, and I have to say it's humbling," said Jeanne Gang. "It's exciting, it's chaotic sometimes, but it is really worthwhile because it builds support for our projects." Read the full interview
here.
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STUDIO GANG DESIGNING FDNY TRAINING CENTER
Jeanne Gang is working on a 20,000-square-foot FDNY facility in Brownsville, Brooklyn that will function as a training center for an elite force of firefighters and specialized rescue workers.
Read more...
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THE CIVIC SIDE OF THE EQUATION
Gillian Darlow, CEO of local grant-maker Polk Bros. Foundation (Sandra Guthman), was quoted in a
Crain's article about corporations that moved their headquarters to Chicago. The following TCN member's companies were mentioned:
- Abbott Laboratories (Elaine Leavenworth and Heather Mason)
- McDonald's (Gloria Santona)
- Baxter (Jeanne Mason and Jill Schaaf)
- Aon (Cary Grace) Read more...
"Compared with other cities, Chicago's corporate leaders are unusually tied to the philanthropic and civic life of the community," said Gillian Darlow.
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JULIE SMOLYANSKY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Julie Smolyansky, President & CEO of Lifeway Foods, Inc. and Executive Producer of the movie the
Hunting Ground, is delighted to announce that the film has been nominated for a Music, Original Song Academy Award for "Til It Happens to You" by Diane Warren and Lady Gaga.
Read more...
Julie, a member of World Economic Forum Young Global Leaders, attended this year's World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland representing the 18% of women in attendance.
Read more...
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TCN MEMBERS AT AOL MAKER'S CONFERENCE
The MAKERS Conference is an opportunity to bring MAKERS to life, gathering the world's most influential leaders and innovators for a 36-hour action plan.
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EXECUTIVES' CLUB OF CHICAGO EVENT DISCOUNTS
This is a friendly reminder that TCN members receive a 10% discount if they purchase Executives' Club of Chicago (
Ana Dutra
) tickets by phone (312-263-3500) and mention The Chicago Network.
Watch a video from last year's event
here!
Upcoming ECC events:
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VERMILION CELEBRATES VALENTINE'S DAY
From Rohini Dey:
We may be successful, but we're not too old for love or getting those dancing shoes out. Rohini Dey invites all members to join Vermilion's all-weekend Valentine's Day festivities for a five course gourmet feast, and sophisticated non-teeny bopper DJ and dancing - after dinner Bollywood Beats on Friday, February 12, and Turkish Tunes on Saturday Feb 13 ($65 global 5 course prix-fixe, vegetarian offered). Call to reserve: (312) 527-4060.
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 METROPOLITAN PLANNING COUNCIL ROUNDTABLE STATION TRANSFORMATION: A UNION STATION FOR THE 21ST CENTURY
Join MPC for a roundtable to learn how that transformation is possible - and why Chicago has so much to gain from breathing new life into Union Station.
An optional behind-the-scenes tour of
vacant and closed areas of Union Station will follow. The Roundtable concludes at 1:30. The tour will begin around 2 p.m., after the short walk from MPC to Union Station, and conclude around 3 p.m.
Tuesday, February 16
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Metropolitan Planning Council
140 S. Dearborn St.
Suite 1400, Chicago
March Events:
- Urban Think & Drink: Seeking Bipartisanship with Sec. Ray LaHood
- March 3, 2016, 5 to 7 p.m. Register online!
- Urban Think & Drink: Streetfight with Janette Sadik-Khan
- March 29, 2016, 5 to 7 p.m. Register online.
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ANNE LADKY MODERATING "BEYOND BALANCE"
On
Thursday, February 11,
Anne Ladky, Executive Director of Women Employed, is moderating a panel discussion,
Beyond Balance: Work Life Family in 2016. The Q&A-based conversation hosted by Women Employed will cover the challenges facing today's working women, including 24/7 professional obligations, unpredictable job schedules, the need for paid family leave, and paid sick days.
Thursday, February 11
5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Northern Trust
50 S. LaSalle St.
Chicago, IL
Networking session followed by discussion.
TICKETS: $20 for event and refreshments.
Reserve tickets online
here.
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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE DIRECTOR'S EVENTS
GILLIAN DARLOW ON NOT-FOR PROFIT BOARDS
Gillian Darlow, CEO of the Polk Bros. Foundation, will serve on a panel about the key issues facing not-for-profit boards.
Thursday, February 11
The Chicago CLub
81 E. Van Buren St.
Chicago, IL 60605
7:30-7:45 a.m. Registration/Networking
7:45-10:00a.m. Extended Program w/ Peer-to-Peer session
To register,
click here!
CYBER SECURITY: TALES FORM THE BREACH
National Association of Corporate Directors is hosting a Cyber Security program that will showcase insiders' views of actual security breaches. A networking reception for further discussion and networking will follow this program.
March 10, 2016
Mercer's Building
155 N. Wacker Conference Center,
Second Floor
Chicago, IL 60606
3:00 - 3:15 p.m. Registration
3:15 - 5:15 p.m. Program
5:15 - 6:00 p.m. Networking Reception
A CONVERSATION WITH JEFF SMITH, CEO STARBOARD VALUE
Anyone interested by register online at
Chicago.nacdonline.org or can contact Kathy Hendrickson, NACD Chicago Chapter Administrator at 630-527-9579.
May 5, 2016
The Chicago CLub
81 E. Van Buren St.
Chicago, IL 60601
11:15 - 11:45 a.m. Registration and Networking
11:45 - 12:15 p.m. Lunch
12:15 - 1:30 p.m. Program
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