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Artisan Advisors, a consulting firm specializing in community banks, credit unions and non-bank financial institutions, announced that Jane Leis has joined the firm as a director. With nearly three decades of leadership in the banking industry, Jane was most recently the CEO of Union State Bank in Wisconsin. A veteran financial executive and compliance specialist, her expertise spans corporate finance, asset management, regulatory oversight, and human resources. |
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Huntington Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Kalus as Chicago Market President for Regional Banking. Kalus brings over 25 years of banking experience, with expertise in middle market, private banking, and international corporate banking. Kalus has held leadership positions at prominent financial institutions, most recently J.P. Morgan Chase. His proven track record and strategic insight will be instrumental in driving growth and strengthening client relationships. |
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Wintrust Financial Corporation a financial services holding company based in Rosemont, Illinois, with more than 200 locations in the greater Chicago, southern Wisconsin, west Michigan, northwest Indiana, and southwest Florida market areas, is pleased to announce an appointment and a promotion. Klaudia Karpeles has been appointed SVP, Group Leader, Portfolio Management. Klaudia joined Wintrust in 2013. Joseph Dufour has been promoted to SVP, Division Manager-Lending. Joseph joined Wintrust in 2023. |
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Jay Ripsky has been named Chief Operations Officer at Pepper Construction Company, overseeing all aspects of the firm’s construction operations and aligning the team’s people with day-to-day needs. Jay brings to the role exceptional leadership and operational expertise, as well as 28 years of construction experience serving clients across multiple sectors. Jay holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Southern Illinois University. |
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Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. has named Myra Nussbaum Vice President of Global Integrated Marketing. Nussbaum brings two decades of award-winning brand leadership to the role, having held executive creative positions at Havas, DDB, Leo Burnett and FCB. Known for her data-driven, culture-forward campaigns, she has led work for brands including Hilton, Wayfair, James Hardie, KFC, and Miller Lite. At FBIN, she will oversee global strategy, creative and brand integration. |
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Trinity Health Illinois/Indiana Region has named Chris M. Gonzalez, MD, MBA, FACS, as Regional Chief Clinical Officer, effective June 1, 2025. A nationally recognized urologist and leader, Dr. Gonzalez brings decades of clinical and academic experience. He will oversee clinical strategy, quality and physician engagement across Loyola Medicine and Saint Joseph Health System. |
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Oncourse Home Solutions appoints Sasha L. Azar as Chief Legal Officer. Azar brings more than 20 years of experience as a corporate transactional lawyer with a strong background in litigation. Reporting directly to the CEO, Azar will be responsible for optimizing Oncourse Home Solutions' enterprise risk profile and facilitating growth. He will also oversee all legal, regulatory, and compliance functions and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. |
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Tabitha Humphries has joined Benesch as a Partner in the firm's Corporate Practice Group. She represents lenders and borrowers in a variety of industries in a full range of financing transactions, from investment-grade facilities to leveraged loans, asset-based loans, and cross-border secured credit facilities, and from acquisition financings to liability management transactions, debtor-in-possession financings and exit financings. |
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Croke Fairchild Duarte & Beres welcomes Ariella Guardi as a partner in the Litigation & Investigations practice group. Ariella, a former Senior Trial Counsel at the SEC, is a seasoned litigator with experience conducting government enforcement actions and investigations, internal corporate investigations, and complex civil disputes. She served as a Special Assistant United States Attorney in the Northern District of Illinois. Prior to her government service, Ariella worked at Sidley Austin LLP. |
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As a litigation partner in the Trusts & Estates Group, David represents clients in complex disputes over trusts, estates, and closely-held businesses. He frequently litigates breach of fiduciary duty claims, will and trust contests and other estate disputes, as well as corporate governance claims, often in family businesses.A partner in the Trusts & Estates Group, Robin handles complex trust, estate, and fiduciary-related litigation, including breach of fiduciary duty claims, will and trust contests, probate claims, contested heirship, accounting disputes, and judicial construction of estate planning documents. |
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Attorney Patrick Richards has joined the Intellectual Property group at Much as a principal. Richards advises clients on patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets as well as helps businesses monetize IP through licensing, litigation, and purchases and sales of assets. Richards has served as outside general counsel to dozens of companies, ranging from global corporations to entrepreneurial startups. He is often the first call clients make no matter the legal issue. |
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Kenneth Jones was unanimously elected to the CAN TV Board of Directors. Jones is a renowned leader who serves as the Senior Vice President and COO of the John D. & Katherine T. MacArthur Foundation. He is widely recognized for expertise in finance, administrative services and information technology. Jones’ commitment to equity and community-based storytelling aligns perfectly with CAN TV’s mission to give every Chicagoan a voice on cable television by providing training, equipment, and airtime. |
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Alliance Industrial Company is pleased to announce Cory Welper has joined as Managing Director of its new Midwest Division. Formerly of Bridge Industrial, Welper will oversee all industrial development, investment and construction for the Chicago-based Midwest Region, which will initially focus on development opportunities within the greater Chicago area with plans to expand to other Midwest markets. |
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Kiser Group has launched a Seniors Housing Division with industry veteran Mark Myers joining as Partner. With over 30 years of experience and $12B in sales, Mark brings unmatched expertise. “We’re excited to partner with one of the most accomplished brokers in the space,” said Lee Kiser. Mark adds, “This is a pivotal time for seniors housing, and I’m excited to help clients navigate it with confidence.” |
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Heather Walsh, PhD, has joined the Polsky Center as the new Assistant VP for Technology Ventures. A seasoned leader in innovation and commercialization, she brings a wealth of experience across academia, industry, and the startup ecosystem. Heather joins the Polsky Center after spending several years in leadership roles at Astellas, mHUB, and Baxter, where she worked at the intersection of research, business development, and strategic partnerships to drive early-stage innovation. |
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As Regional Executive over the Chicagoland region for 1834, a division of Old National Bank, Katie Florig leads a team of wealth advisors whose focus is delivering holistic, integrated wealth management services to high-net-worth individuals and families. She has more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. |
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Wintrust Private Client is pleased to announce that private bankers Mike Zaidi and Jakub Amrogowicz have joined the company as Senior Vice Presidents. Both bring over 20 years of experience serving the banking and wealth management needs of high-net-worth clients, their families, and closely held businesses. A veteran of the industry, Zaidi previously worked at PNC Wealth Management, First Midwest Private Bank, Fifth Third Private Bank, and JP Morgan Private Bank. Amrogowicz previously worked at BMO Harris as a private wealth advisor, and at MidAmerica Bank in a variety of banking roles. Zaidi and Amrogowicz will work out of the company’s Chicago headquarters at 231 South LaSalle and will serve clients throughout the Chicagoland area. |
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