Looking for proof that living with “It’s a Wonderful Life” values can nurture great businesses as well as strong families and communities? Look no further than Ed Wehmer. As founder, president and CEO of Wintrust Financial Corporation, Wehmer is widely considered Chicago’s most successful banker. And you could say he’s an even more successful family […]
Every success story starts with one person who had an idea or a passion that led to a creative spark. Rarely did their first efforts produce the desired results; but they persevered, rising from failure to try again and again. Think Thomas Edison in pursuit of proving electricity; Marie Curie’s discoveries in radioactivity and its […]
The Chicago Sky have been building up to this time of year all season. After becoming the first sixth seed to win a championship last year, the team’s focus has been centered around bringing another trophy back to the city. The Sky have the talent to do it and their pursuit of a championship will […]
While mental health concerns in sports may have once been described as a low tide, larger waves of recognition have poured over the sports world in recent years concerning the matter. Mental health is not typically talked about the same way as physical health. Mental health challenges can impede performance, affect happiness and motivation, and […]
This year will mark the 37th year that the Printers Row Lit Fest has graced the charming streets of the South Loop. Among some of the city’s best preserved historic buildings, book worms can come to bask in the greatness of the Chicago literary scene — from Saturday, Sept. 10 to Sunday, Sept. 11, 10am […]
When you look out on Lake Michigan this weekend, June 18 -19, you just might spot some white sails down near the Loop. That’s because the U.S. Sail Grand Prix at Navy Pier will be boldly setting sail for a weekend of racing and spectating. In a year of firsts — such as this being […]
Though held virtually instead of within the majestic Wintrust Grand Banking Hall as in previous years, the Make It Better Foundation 2021 Philanthropy Awards succeeded in promoting charitable recognition and knowledge through awards, heartfelt stories, speeches and presentations. Founder and chief visionary officer of Make It Better Media Group Susan B. Noyes, introduced this year’s […]
The Make It Better Foundation (MIBF) is thrilled to announce the winners of its annual Philanthropy Awards, presented by Wintrust. This year, the Make It Better Foundation’s Academy of Judges — a vibrant community of esteemed venture philanthropists, past winners, sponsors and thought leaders — reviewed and narrowed an impressive pool of 86 applicants — […]
While the upcoming holiday season is a time to shine for some theaters, the Citadel Theatre glistens all year long. From spring and fall workshops and a summer camp, to its annual gala and live shows, the team behind the nonprofit gem has limited downtime. The Citadel’s 2021-22 season is currently underway, with diverse productions […]
The Chicago Sky are one win away from knocking off the WNBA’s No. 1 team and reaching the league finals for the first time in seven years. The Sky finished sixth in the league with a 16-16 record but made an improbable run to the semifinals with playoff wins over Dallas and third-seeded Minnesota. The […]
