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2024 Leadership Honoree


Keith Bank

Founder & CEO KB Partners

“As a younger man, I wanted to do something to “make a difference” beyond just donating money to various charities. I thought that by combining my personal passion for golf with my business, organizational and recruitment skills, I could raise a lot of money for a cause that was very important to society, and create an event that would allow people to “have fun while doing good”. To me, Cancer is the most hideous disease out there, and it has affected a ton of my family and friends, and in 2023, it ironically, hit me personally. I have a strong personal commitment to do whatever I can to help eradicate this disease in my lifetime”.

2024 Community Impact Honoree


Jewel Osco

Jewel Osco’s partnership with the American Cancer Society (ACS) in the Chicagoland area epitomizes a commitment to combatting cancer and supporting those affected by it. Through a range of initiatives, Jewel Osco consistently demonstrates its dedication to raising awareness, preventing cancer, and providing support to individuals and families impacted by the disease. Through its active involvement in Relay For Life, as well as its ongoing support of ACS’s fundraising efforts, Jewel Osco continues to play a vital role in advancing cancer awareness, prevention, and support in the Chicagoland community and beyond.

Executive Leadership Committee


Nick Baumgardner

Managing Director, Aon

 

Mary Braunschneider

Chief Revenue Officer, Ateema Media & Marketing

 

Eunice Buhler
General Counsel
G2

Mark Erkenswick
Business Unit Partner in Charge – Audit
KPMG

 

Benny Leung
VP Of Global Infrastructure & Operations
ADMIS

 

Joelle Parks

Senior Director, Optum RX

Tyler Prince
Senior Vice President
Snowflake

 

Chad Schafer
Partner
Sidley Austin LLP

 

Carrie Steyer
Chief Customer Officer
66degres