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Project Manager Kim Dzadon has been promoted to Associate at Wright Heerema Architects. Kim’s strategic problem-solving and leadership have been instrumental in delivering complex, regulated environments. Senior Architect Matthew Vieck, CSI, CDT has also been promoted to Associate. With deep technical expertise and a resourceful approach, Matthew consistently delivers smart solutions. For nearly a decade, both have played crucial roles in the firm’s pharmaceutical, laboratory and cannabis sector work. Their promotions recognize their significant contributions to the firm’s growth and mark their new roles as part of the leadership team, reinforcing our ongoing commitment to driving both the clients’ and the firm’s success. |
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Kamiar Vossoughi has joined J.P. Morgan Private Bank in Chicago as a Managing Director and Market Team Lead. He leads a team delivering tailored wealth management solutions, optimizing financial scenarios for Chicago's elite. With over two decades of experience in private banking, financial planning and portfolio management, Kamiar helps clients fulfill their wealth goals and leave lasting legacies. Kamiar joins the firm from BMO Private Bank. |
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Jeremy Wynes has joined J.P. Morgan Private Bank in Evanston as a Vice President and Banker. He advises successful business owners, high-net-worth families and foundations, leveraging J.P. Morgan's sophisticated platforms to address complex balance sheets. Known for building trusted relationships, Jeremy provides wealth strategies across investments, borrowing, charitable giving and more to meet client goals. He joins the firm from UBS. |
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Stephen Mares joins Valley National Bank as First Vice President, Senior Relationship Manager. With more than two decades of relationship management and business development experience, he will play a significant role in the growth of the Chicago office. Previously, Stephen served as Senior Vice President at U.S. Bancorp. Stephen is deeply involved in the community and active with Choose DuPage, Chicago Midwest Meat Association, Junior Achievement of Chicago and The Morton Arboretum. |
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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 two appointments. Wendy Schenker has been appointed SVP, Head of Marketing, Wintrust Financial Corporation. Wendy joined Wintrust in 2005. Tom Huffman has been appointed EVP, President, SBA Lending, Village Bank & Trust, N.A. Tom joined Wintrust in 2011. |
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McHugh Construction welcomes Jaime Zwierzynski as its Director of Business Development. With 12+ years in strategic business development in the engineering and construction industries, Jaime will focus on revenue growth, client relationships and pipeline development. An active member of multiple CRE and construction-related trade associations, she previously held roles at Interior Construction Group, REX Electric and Technologies, and Engineering Consulting Services. |
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Daniel Burke, P.E., S.E. has joined SPAAN Tech, Inc. as President. A structural engineer with 30 years of industry experience, Burke brings deep knowledge in infrastructure resilience, capital project execution and public-sector leadership to his new role. Previously, he served as Managing Deputy Commissioner and Chief Engineer at the Chicago Department of Transportation, where he oversaw the Riverwalk Expansion, Wacker Drive Reconstruction and Albany Park Stormwater Diversion Tunnel. |
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Loyola Medicine has appointed Dejan Micic, MD, as the new division chief of gastroenterology. Prior to joining Loyola Medicine, Dr. Micic served as an associate professor at the University of Chicago. He will oversee clinical, research and educational initiatives while continuing his GI practice at Loyola. An expert in inflammatory bowel disease, he has published extensively and led clinical trials. His focus will be on enhancing patient care and advancing research in gastroenterology. |
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TXI, a Chicago-based digital product consultancy, has appointed Gregg Wheeler as Chief Revenue Officer. Wheeler brings over 25 years of experience in revenue strategy and business development at consulting and technology firms. He previously held leadership roles at Distillery, Solstice, and Kin + Carta. In his new role, Wheeler will refine TXI's sales processes, formalize business development operations, and support the company's long-term growth initiatives. |
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Michael Lepper started as a sales rep at Impact Networking when he won a dinner with then-CEO Frank Cucco and shared his ideas for growing the company. That dinner changed his life. With his vision and business acumen, Mike quickly rose through the ranks, became a partner, and was finally promoted from Senior VP of Sales (Illinois and Indiana) to Chief Executive Officer in January 2025. He is excited to lead Impact forward, focusing on driving results through building a culture of excellence. |
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The Lester and Rosalie Anixter Center welcomes Bobbie A. Moore as Vice President of Human Resources. In her new role, she will oversee the human resources functions, including talent management, benefits and compensation, union and employee relations and is committed to building an inclusive workforce. Bobbie joins Anixter from Navy Pier where she served as Vice President of People and Culture. She holds an MBA from Roosevelt University, and a Bachelor of Arts from Chicago State University. |
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