June 30, 2025

Leading In Color Newsletter


Chicago United - Leading in Color Newsletter
June 2025
Insights from Leadership. Tiffany Hamel Johnson, President & CEO of Chicago United

The Power of Programming

Chicago United’s Programming helps companies build on their inclusive corporate culture, creating opportunities that benefit both organizations and their employees. Our Members recognize that a sense of belonging among all their employees is essential to the bottom-line success of their business.

Now more than ever, Chicago United is the safe space for your company and your employees. Our Programming leaves no one behind – from the Emerging Leader to the Board Member – inviting our Members to come together, share ideas, and explore best practices that include building cultural competency and leadership development.

I encourage you to fully engage in our Programming and initiate participation from your employees. Together, we provide access for everyone and create the business landscape we all want to see.

Be well, 


Jake VanderWal

Welcome To 
Chicago United

Jake VanderWal has joined Chicago United as Program Specialist. In this role, Jake lends his project management expertise to manage logistics, aid in the execution of Chicago United’s Signature Programming and initiatives, and provide management support for the Corporate Inclusion Institute.    
Save The Date: Chicago United’s 2025 Bridge Awards Celebration

Save The Date: Chicago United’s 2025 Bridge Awards Celebration

Preparations continue for Chicago United’s 2025 Bridge Awards Celebration, taking place Thursday, November 20, at The Geraghty, 2520 S. Hoyne Avenue in Chicago. Highlighting this year’s celebration is the presentation of Chicago United’s Bridge Award and the 2025 CU Impact Award as well as the introduction of the talented professionals honored as 2025 BLCs.

Sponsorship opportunities are now available; please contact Gail Arrigo, Executive Vice President, for details.
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Michael O'Grady, Chairman and CEO of Northern Trust (a Chicago United Member Company) was appointed Chair of The Commercial Club's Civic Committee. He has served as Vice Chair for the past three years. 

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

The following programs are open only to employees of Chicago United Member Companies. Please click here to view our Event Calendar for additional details and registration links.

Corporate Bio: Defining Your Brand


PRESENTED BY:

  • Caroline Schoenecker, Experience Director, Center for Board Effectiveness, Deloitte

PROGRAM
Wednesday, July 2 | 9:00 am - 10:30 am

LOCATION
Virtual

Learn More →

Save The Date: Collaborating Across Cultures, an Emerging Leaders Series Program


PROGRAM:

July 2025 | Virtual

AI: Revolutionizing Productivity and Security Risk


HOSTED BY:

  • RK Management Consultants, Inc.

PRESENTED BY:

  • Nidhi Kapoor, President, RK Management Consultants, Inc. and a Chicago United Board Member
  • Todd Brook, Founder, Unchained

PROGRAM
Wednesday, August 21 | 9:00 am - 10:30 am

LOCATION
RK Management Consultants, Inc., One Tower Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181

Learn More →

Save The Date: Get on A Board: Making Connections


PROGRAM:

September 2025


Save The Date: C-Suite Sessions: Entrepreneurship


PROGRAM:

September 16, 2025

Save The DateEmotional Agility in the Workplace, an Emerging Leaders Series Program


PROGRAM:

September 2025

Save The DateEmployee Resource Group Symposium - ERGs and Community Collaboration


PROGRAM:

September 2025


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