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Fujikawa Johnson Gobel Architects is pleased to announce the promotion of Michael Cukla and Michael Pine to the position of Associate Principal. Mr. Cukla is a registered architect and serves as the Director of Aviation Projects. Mr. Pine is a registered architect and has been named the Director of Hospitality Projects. Both are exceptional architects with extensive project design and management experience. They are a credit to our Profession, and we are proud to have them on the FJG Team. Please join us in wishing them continued success. |
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Jackson Metcalf, AIA, LEED AP, a global leader of Gensler's Critical Facilities practice and a regional leader of the Industrial and Logistics practice, has been promoted to Principal. With nearly 20 years of experience, Jackson is a trusted advisor to clients, delivering tailored solutions and design excellence. He is passionate about sustainable data center design and contributes thought leadership on the subject to publications, podcasts, and conferences. |
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First Bank Chicago is pleased to welcome Anthony Kapp as Vice President/Private Banking Advisor. He will be supporting our presence in the Chicago market by advising high-net-worth clients & family offices on cash management strategies. Anthony adopts a personalized, concierge approach to deliver Private Banking solutions and services to clients. Anthony brings 25 years of experience in banking and most recently supported Fifth Third’s Private Banking Group in portfolio mortgage lending. |
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Brad Eidmann, Chartered Financial Analyst, has joined the company as senior vice president, relationship manager. In this role, Eidmann is responsible for establishing lending relationships, new-business development and market growth in the Midwest. Eidmann, a CFA® Charterholder and CFA Society of St. Louis member, has over 10 years of industry experience. He most recently held the position of vice president, senior private banking relationship manager with Commerce Trust Co. |
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Berglund Construction, an industry-leading building and restoration firm, recently announced Alex Lulinski has been promoted to Vice President of Operations for the Building Division. Alex will oversee field operations, safety, and quality across all geographies, with a primary focus on operations in Illinois and Indiana. Alex’s promotion reflects his 20+ years of experience and relentless work ethic, earning him a reputation as a trusted leader capable of handling the most challenging projects. |
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Development Solutions Inc. (DSI) has promoted Shannon Cox to Director of Construction – Interiors Group, recognizing his leadership and contributions to the firm’s growth in the corporate interiors sector. With 20 years at DSI, Shannon has led over 2,000,000 SF of workplace interiors across Chicago. In his new role, he will oversee complex projects, mentor the next generation of construction professionals, and further strengthen DSI’s reputation for delivering high-quality interior spaces. |
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Megan Ratia has joined Benesch as a Partner in the firm's Corporate & Securities Practice Group. She advises investors and companies of all stages in connection with corporate transactions. The breadth of her practice allows her to offer strategic, market-based advice to operating companies looking to scale their businesses. Gilbert Villaflor has joined Benesch as a Partner in the firm's Intellectual Property Practice Group. For close to 20 years, Gilbert has counseled companies on sophisticated and strategic intellectual property and technology-driven business deals, with a focus on providing cost-effective solutions and helping clients achieve successful outcomes. |
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Gavin McCarty has joined Benesch as Of Counsel in the firm's Litigation Practice Group. Gavin has a multi-faceted legal practice focusing on highly regulated industries, such as energy, utilities, and communications. Gavin works closely with his clients to strategize and provide practical legal advice to strengthen the overall governance, compliance, and risk practices of organizations. Seth Kleinman has joined Benesch as a Partner in the firm's Bankruptcy and Restructuring Practice Group. Seth will also act as Chair of the firm’s Special Situations Practice Group, which includes advising clients with out-of-court and in-court corporate restructuring, financing and capital markets solutions, corporate bankruptcy, and insolvency matters. |
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Nixon Peabody LLP is proud to announce that Christina Kurow has been elected to the firm’s partnership. Christie is a commercial litigator representing clients in state and federal courts and arbitrations nationwide. Her practice encompasses litigation involving breaches of contract, trade secret misappropriation, tortious interference, restrictive covenants, fraud, fiduciary duty claims, and product liability. |
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Michael Educate has joined the Chicago office of Thompson Coburn LLP as a partner in the Business Litigation practice group. Educate is a trial lawyer with over a decade of experience in all aspects of dispute resolution and strategic counseling, focusing on commercial litigation and tax controversy matters. He frequently represents clients in the financial services industry, privately held enterprises and family offices, as well as global brand retailers and motor vehicle manufacturers. |
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ShipBob hired Jeetu Mahtani as Chief Revenue Officer. Mahtani joins ShipBob with over 25 years of experience leading GTM teams across Sales, Customer Success, and Partner Ecosystem, including having spent nearly 15 years at HubSpot where he was an early member of the team and concluded his time as EVP of Global Customer Success, overseeing a 1,500-person team. At HubSpot, Mahtani saw the company’s growth to over $2B ARR and founded their International business, opening 9 global offices. |
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Kelly O'Brien has been named President & CEO of the newly formed Aurora Regional Economic Alliance, which unifies four major economic development organizations in the region. O'Brien, a licensed attorney, brings over 20 years of economic development experience, including roles as President of the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance Foundation and leadership positions at the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce. She previously served as a Presidential appointee at the U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration. O'Brien holds a J.D. from Loyola University Chicago School of Law and a degree in Political Communications from The George Washington University. |
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Brandie Knazze has joined The Chicago Lighthouse as Chief Operating Officer, overseeing the organization’s strategic direction and systems to ensure it is meeting its social service and social business enterprise needs. Prior to joining The Lighthouse, Brandie was Commissioner of the City of Chicago’s Department of Family and Support Services, where, among many other achievements, she administered $289 million in American Rescue Plan funding to help vulnerable Chicagoans. |
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Leadership Greater Chicago (LGC), the region’s premier civic leadership development organization, welcomes Stacey Bolton to its Board of Directors. Bolton, Northern Trust Company’s Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer of Asset Servicing, brings to the Board his deep expertise in financial services and risk management. His vast leadership skills and commitment to civic engagement will advance LGC’s work in shaping the future of civic leadership in the Greater Chicago region. |
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Leadership Greater Chicago (LGC), the region’s premier civic leadership development organization, announces the appointment of Sandeep Nain to its Board of Directors. A Daniel Burnham Fellow and the President and Founder of SNtial Technologies, a Chicago-based IT consulting firm, Nain brings a deep commitment to civic leadership and advancing equity in the Chicago region. His dedication will strengthen the Board's mission to cultivate a robust pipeline of civic leaders for Greater Chicago. |
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Leadership Greater Chicago (LGC), the region’s premier civic leadership development organization, is proud to welcome Kristen Seeger to its Board of Directors. Seeger, a 2017 LGC Fellow and Daniel Burnham Fellow, is an Executive Committee member and co-leader of the global Commercial Litigation and Disputes Practice for Sidley Austin. Her deep experience in civic engagement strengthens the Board’s efforts in building a strong network of civic leaders to shape Chicagoland's future. |
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Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center announces Sandy T. Williams, MPA, MFT, CDVP, as Chief Executive Officer. Formerly Executive Director since 2022, Sandy is a transformative leader with over 20 years of nonprofit experience. Passionate about gender-based violence, women’s health, and systemic inequities, she brings expertise in programs, fund development, and education. Sandy’s leadership promotes inclusion, collaboration, and innovation, amplifying ZCenter’s mission to support survivors and their communities. |
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Aileron has promoted Peter Gray to President. Peter led a team that successfully permitted more than 1.3 GW of renewable energy and battery storage projects in 2024. Peter recently celebrated 10 years with Aileron, and has a depth of experience in media relations, marketing, research, community relations, social media, web and print design. Aileron has promoted David Jakubiak to Senior Vice President. David spent the last decade working in renewable energy and energy storage at the cross section of policy, public relations, and community engagement. David’s work at Aileron helped advance domestic clean energy manufacturing and supported wind, solar and storage projects across Aileron’s 25 state portfolio. |
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