2013 Annual Report
A Message From Our Owner
Since 1998, the Chicago Fire Soccer Club and the Chicago Fire
The Foundation makes a citywide impact through its
Foundation have been committed to providing youth with
programs. Through our long-running “Kicks for Kids” program,
the tools and opportunities for growth and success. Over the
we provided more than 8,000 underserved children with the
years, we have contributed over $1.5 million and devoted
opportunity to experience a Fire game at Toyota Park. The
thousands of hours to community service, but the impact is
Foundation also continued its participation in the U.S. Soccer
truly immeasurable and invaluable.
Foundation’s Passback Program, collecting thousands of pieces of gently used soccer equipment to donate to youth
We are thrilled to report that 2013 was one of our most
soccer programs around the globe.
rewarding years yet. The Foundation hosts some of Chicago’s andrew hauptman
owner, chicago fire soccer club chairman, andell, inc. chicago fire foundation, honorary chairman
most exciting fundraising events, with proceeds benefitting
With the launch of our new pilot project, P.L.A.Y.S. (Participate,
the youth in our community. In 2013, we raised over $250,000
Learn, Achieve, Youth, Soccer) Program, the Foundation
with events like our sold-out White Party, the third annual Art
further extended its reach in Chicagoland. The P.L.A.Y.S.
of Futbol event featuring local artists, and Fire, Brews, and
Program is designed to not only enhance the academic
Bites, sponsored by MillerCoors.
performance of elementary school students, but also promote the development of key social and emotional skills through
In an effort to continue providing a variety of innovative
a sports-based curriculum. In its inaugural year, the P.L.A.Y.S.
events, the Foundation successfully launched its first-ever
Program served 256 third through fifth grade students at
Soccer & Style Fashion Show in 2013. Fire players and coaches
eight Academy for Urban School Leadership (AUSL) schools
hit the runway in front of nearly 200 guests at the upscale
across Chicago.
ROOF on theWit to sport the best looks of the season.
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We realize many of our initiatives would not be possible without the right partnerships.
The Chicago Fire is proud of the substantial efforts from its staff, players, partners and
This year, we were grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with the Academy for
supporters year after year. We are excited to make even bigger strides in 2014 as we
Urban School Leadership, America SCORES Chicago, Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s
continue to look for ways to make a meaningful and lasting impact on our surrounding
Hospital of Chicago, City Year Chicago, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, St. Jude Children’s
communities. On behalf of the Chicago Fire Soccer Club and all those who benefit from
Research Hospital, Urban Initiatives, World Sport Chicago, and many others. Thanks to
your dedication and commitment, we extend our sincerest gratitude and look forward
these organizations, we were able to influence positive change at a faster pace and on
to your continued support.
a grander scale.
Sincerely,
From a club perspective, we recognize that the change starts with us – the staff and players. In 2013, our players and coaches made nearly 400 appearances around Chicago. The team went above and beyond to make a difference, including defender Gonzalo Segares, who was recognized by Chicago Magazine and Ketel One Vodka in their Modern Hispanic Gentleman series for his work with the Chicago Fire Foundation. He also served as an official spokesman for the Chicago Department of Public Health advocating for the flu shot. We were extremely proud to announce our new partnership with City Year Chicago. City Year is an education-focused organization that combats the nation’s dropout epidemic by uniting young people of all backgrounds for a full year of full-time service in high-need schools. As a sponsor of Carl Schurz High School we are helping City Year address the high school dropout crisis in our city by providing students with the extra care and attention they need to graduate.
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Andrew Hauptman, Owner
COMMUNITY RELATIONS
practice in the community On Saturday August 24th, the Chicago Fire Soccer Club welcomed supporters to Stuart Field on the campus of the Illinois Institute of Technology for the third annual Practice in the Community, presented by University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System. The event brought the entire first team to Chicago’s South Side for a full training session. Following practice, players and coaches took time to talk with and sign autographs for the over 300 fans in attendance.
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Hero of the Match Throughout 2013, the Chicago Fire honored a “Hero of the Match� at every home game. Representatives included local veterans, active military, and those fighting cancer. Each hero was recognized on field for their courage and were invited to enjoy the game!
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player outreach The Chicago Fire is not only dedicated to showing their
Health’s flu shot campaign, along with other prominent
four MLS Ambassadors for St. Jude Children’s Research
commitment on the field, but off of the field as well.
Chicago sports figures, encouraging residents to get a flu
Hospital.
Throughout 2013, the team participated in over 383
shot and stay healthy all winter. In recognition of his work
appearances throughout Chicagoland.
off the field, Segares was named the MLS W.O.R.K.S. July
Chicago Fire Defender Gonzalo Segares was named one
Humanitarian of the Month.
of three Modern Hispanic Gentlemen by Ketel One for his
Chicago Fire Midfielder Logan Pause was also recognized
commitment to the community. Segares was also selected
for his continued work in the community as a board
to be the face of the Chicago Department of Public
member for the Chicago Fire Foundation and one of
Donations Donations are an essential part of the Chicago Fire’s community outreach efforts and provide the team the opportunity to generate a positive impact throughout the Chicagoland
area.
Giving
back
allows the Fire to support a number of
great
organizations,
which
in turn help those in need. The Fire supports various fundraising endeavors through the donation of Fire memorabilia and merchandise. This past year, the club donated to over 200 different charities in the Chicagoland area. 7
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Throughout the year, the entire team took the opportunity to support the community at charity events, schools, soccer tournaments, festivals, and more to help make a difference in Chicagoland!
City Year Chicago City Year is an education-focused, nonprofit organization that combats the nation’s dropout epidemic by uniting young people of all backgrounds for a year of full-time service in high-need schools. These young people, referred to as “corps members,” keep students in school and on track to graduation by serving as tutors, mentors, and role models. City Year currently has locations in 25 U.S. cities and two international affiliates. As a part of a new partnership with City Year Chicago, the Chicago Fire Soccer Club is sponsoring 10 City Year corps members who will work full time at Carl Schurz High School. Over the course of the 2013-2014 school year, corps members will help impact the lives of more than 730 ninth grade students. The partnership was made possible by a grant from the Hauptman Family Foundation.
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Greater Chicago Food Depository The Chicago Fire is proud to partner with
food for hungry people while striving
dairy products and meat, the equivalent
sort and distribute over 20,000 pounds of
the Greater Chicago Food Depository and
to end hunger in the community. The
of 134,800 meals every day. On Saturday,
food to benefit over 650 local shelters and
support their efforts to help collect food
Food Depository distributes donated and
th
June 29 the Chicago Fire participated in
food banks. During the Sunday, September
and raise awareness for the hundreds of
purchased food through a network of
the 28
Annual Hunger Walk at Soldier
1st Chicago Fire vs. Houston Dynamo
thousands of men, women and children in
650 pantries, soup kitchens and shelters
Field, a benefit for the Greater Chicago
match and during the annual locker room
Cook County who struggle to find food every
to 678,000 adults and children in Cook
Food Depository’s member soup kitchens,
sale on December 13th, the Chicago Fire
day. The Greater Chicago Food Depository,
County every year. Last year, the Food
pantries and shelters. On August 27th, the
hosted food drives to benefit the Greater
Chicago’s food bank, is a nonprofit food
Depository distributed 64 million pounds
Fire front office staff volunteered at the
Chicago Food Depository.
distribution and training center providing
of nonperishable food, fresh produce,
food depository warehouse and helped to
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Special Olympics Illinois Special Olympics is a global organization
adults
that unleashes the human spirit through
On Saturday October 12 , the Chicago
the transformative power and joy of
Fire Soccer Club partnered with Special
sport, every day around the world. The
Olympics to host the first ever Illinois
Chicago Fire is proud to support Special
Unified Soccer Competition for 20 high
Olympics of Illinois in their mission to
school and middle school teams at
provide year-round sports training and
TOYOTA PARK. Fire staff and Sparky were
athletic competition in a variety of
in attendance to mingle with families, sign
Olympic-type sports for children and
autographs, and support the athletes!
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with
intellectual
disabilities.
th
Foundation Mission The Chicago Fire Foundation is committed to improving the quality of life of our youth and communities throughout Chicagoland by promoting health and wellness, education and the environment. The Foundation also supports organizations that share this vision so as to further extend the investments needed to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our children.
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Programs and partners The Chicago Fire’s goal on the field is to
reach into the community and to provide
play hard and win. Off the field, the club
a measureable impact on our youth, the
has strived for success through the work
Foundation has established core programs
of the Chicago Fire Foundation, which
and partnerships that support its mission
is committed to improving the quality of
in the key areas of health and wellness,
life of youth and communities throughout
education and the environment.
Chicagoland. In order to continue our
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P.L.A.Y.S. Program Mission: The Chicago Fire Foundation P.L.A.Y.S.(Participate, Learn, Achieve Youth Soccer) Program is committed to enhancing the academic performance and development of key Social and Emotional (SEL) skills of elementary school students through a sports based curriculum On April 1, 2013 the Chicago Fire Foundation in partnership with World Sport Chicago launched the P.L.A.Y.S. Program in eight Academy for Urban School Leadership Schools. This first of its kind program explicitly teaches participants proven Social and Emotional (SEL) traits that are linked to improved academic performance. Students in the P.L.A.Y.S. Program have not only learned soccer skills such as passing and dribbling, but also many valuable life skills including teamwork, communication, and good sportsmanship. After these ten weeks, students and coaches have noticed a difference both on and off the field. In addition to regular practices, students competed against other schools in three game days, which allowed participants to implement the skills they learned throughout the program. The culmination of the program was Saturday, October 19th at TOYOTA PARK where all participants and coaches were recognized and watched the Chicago Fire take on Toronto FC!
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Passback Program
Kicks for Kids
The Chicago Fire and the Chicago Fire Foundation,
At the September 28th Chicago Fire vs. Montreal
The Kicks for Kids program enables individuals to support underprivileged
in conjunction with the U.S. Soccer Foundation
Impact game, the Chicago Fire Foundation held
children by giving them the opportunity to experience the excitement of
and Soccer.com, once again participated in the
a Passback drive, collecting over 1,000 pieces of
a Chicago Fire game at TOYOTA PARK. Throughout the 2013 season, over
Passback Program. The Passback Program allows
equipment. Since its inception, the program has
8,000 children from 34 local youth-based organizations had the chance to
individuals to donate new or gently used soccer
grown enormously and thousands of pieces of
see the Fire play live. For many of the children, this was their first time
equipment, which is then passed back to youth
equipment have been collected and distributed
experiencing a Major League Soccer game. On June 25th, the Chicago Fire
soccer programs in the community.
to schools, clubs and youth organizations across
front office held a sell-a-thon that raised over $30,000 to benefit the Kicks
the nation. From a small school in Zimbabwe to
for Kids program.
an after-school program in inner-city Chicago, Passback gear has found its way to all corners of the globe. 15
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St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is internationally recognized for its pioneering research and treatment of children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases. As a part of the MLS W.O.R.K.S. Soccer Kicks Cancer campaign, Chicago Fire captain Logan Pause serves as one of four MLS ambassadors. St. Jude also had a presence at the September 14th Chicago Fire vs. New England Revolution game. A St. Jude patient was recognized on field and led both teams and the referees onto the field before kickoff!
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago The Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is Illinois’ only freestanding hospital exclusively for kids. Ranked #1 in almost every major pediatric specialty, they provide superior pediatric healthcare in a compassionate, family-centered environment. Along with the Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, the Chicago Fire Foundation is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of children and continues to support the hospital through contributions and visits. On November 1st, Fire Defenders Austin Berry and Gonzalo Segares and Midfielder Daniel Paladini joined Sparky and members of the front office at the Champions for Children’s dinner to benefit Lurie Children’s Hospital.
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Leukemia & Lymphoma Society The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) mission to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality for life of patients and their families. LLS has dedicated itself to being one of the top-rated voluntary health agencies in terms of dollars that directly fund their mission. In 2013, the Chicago Fire Foundation once again partnered with LLS for their “Soccer Kicks Cancer” program. Youth soccer players solicited pledges for every time the player touched a soccer ball over a ten-day period, with the goal of 2,000 touches. In support of LLS’ great cause and their alignment with the values of the Foundation, donated over $10,000!
Academy for Urban School Leadership Academy for Urban School Leadership (AUSL), created in 2001, is a non-profit organization whose mission is to improve student achievement in Chicago’s high-poverty, chronically failing schools through its disciplined transformation process, built on a foundation of specially trained AUSL teachers. In 2013, the Chicago Fire Foundation launched the soccer and academic focused P.L.A.Y.S. Program in eight AUSL schools throughout Chicago.
America SCORES Chicago The Foundation partners with America SCORES Chicago, whose mission is to empower students in urban communities using soccer, writing, creative expression and service learning. The Foundation is pleased to partner with America SCORES Chicago to help grow the sport of soccer by providing children in underserved communities the opportunity to experience the beautiful game.
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Fire midfielder Michael Videira sits on the Junior Board for America SCORES Chicago and has been involved with many of their initiatives.
World Sport Chicago World Sport Chicago is an independent, non-profit organization that teaches positive values and leadership through sport. The organization acts on the belief that sport has the power to strengthen individuals, and in turn, Chicago’s communities. World Sport Chicago promotes programs and events and collaborates with several community partners, public agencies and Chicago’s professional sports teams to deliver impact and change. In 2013, the Chicago Fire Foundation in partnership with World Sport Chicago launched the P.L.A.Y.S. Program which focuses specifically on developing social and emotional learning characteristics in elementary school students
fundraising Events Each year the Foundation hosts a number of events that allow supporters to interact with the team while financially supporting the Chicago Fire Foundation and Chicagoland community. These unique and innovative events help the Foundation expand their reach and build the Fire brand. Various Foundation events help us reach our financial goals. Every dollar makes an impact and is deeply appreciated.
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Season Kickoff Luncheon The Chicago Fire Foundation’s 15th annual Season Kickoff Luncheon presented by Ticketmaster was held March 5th at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. The annual fundraiser brought together members from the corporate and civic community, season ticket holders, supporters groups as well as the media for the first opportunity of the season to meet the team and coaching staff. Highlighted by a reception, lunch, program with guest speaker Dan Flynn of U.S. Soccer and an extensive silent auction. The event raised over $70,000 to benefit the Chicago Fire Foundation!
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Art of FÚtbol The Chicago Fire hosted the third annual Art of Fútbol on Thursday May 16th at Society Art Gallery. This one-of-a-kind art exhibition featured local artists and their original work depicting the beautiful game of soccer. Guests mingled with Fire players and artists while enjoying music provided by SOULPHONETICS, light appetizers from Carnivale, and sweet treats from Café Vienna. This was truly a unique event that brought together an eclectic mix of people to celebrate soccer, the sport that permeates all aspects of our city!
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Fire, Brews, and Bites
Molly’s Cupcakes
Guest Bartending
On Saturday, June 15th, the Chicago Fire hosted the
From July 8th-August 8th, the Chicago Fire Foundation and
On July 16th, Chicago Fire defenders Daniel Paladini and
second annual Fire, Brews, and Bites beer tasting in
Molly’s Cupcakes partnered to create the “Chicago Fire
Gonzalo Segares helped serve drinks at Fadό Irish Pub to
West Town. Held at Roots Handmade Pizza, the event
Velvet Swirl” cupcake for the second year in a row. During
fans as they watched the U.S. Men’s National Team take
allowed guests to sample six one-of-a-kind beers from
this promotion, $1 from each sale benefitted the Chicago
on Costa Rica in a World Cup Qualifier. All tips and 20%
MillerCoors’ unique portfolio, including favorties Redd’s
Fire Foundation. The specialty cupcake was an instant hit,
of food sales benefited the Chicago Fire Foundation.
Apple Ale and Big Eddy Rye Wheat Wine, each paired
selling out almost every day to raise $915 throughout the
with a Roots signature appetizer. The event also featured
month!
a pizza buffet, raffle, and each guest went home with a commemorative beer koozie while raising over $15,000 to benefit the Chicago Fire Foundation.
On July 25th, Chicago Fire defenders Daniel Paladini and Gonzalo Segares and forward Patrick Nyarko got behind the counter at Molly’s to serve the “Chicago Fire Velvet Swirl” and all your other favorite cupcakes! Molly’s matched all the tips received that evening to benefit the Chicago Fire Foundation.
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White Party The third annual Chicago Fire White Party was held Thursday August 8th at the MCA Warehouse in West Town. Praised by the Chicago Tribune as one of Chicago’s top parties for 2013, the event proved to be one of the hottest tickets in town, selling out for the second consecutive year. Guests donned in their most stylish white attire at this marquee event featuring a premium open bar, food from various Chicagoland restaurants, music from DJ Sye Young, photos from ActionBooth and more. To top of the night, each guest left with a gift bag! This year’s White Party raised over $50,000 to benefit the Chicago Fire Foundation!
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Soccer & Style On Thursday September 19th Chicago Fire players and coaches took the runway at Roof on theWit for the first ever Soccer & Style fashion show. Members of the team walked the stage in the season’s hottest looks from 900 North Michigan Shops, The Original Penguin, Diesel, Mezlan, and Chicago Fire apparel. Nearly 200 guests enjoyed champagne from Moet-Hennessey while watching the team strut their stuff to benefit a great cause!
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Bank of America Chicago Marathon The Bank of America Chicago Marathon is one of the five World Marathon Majors. One of the fastest growing marathon road races in the world, in 2013 the race drew over 45,000 runners. On October 13th, the Chicago Fire Foundation participated in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Charity Program with 25 runners. In addition to completing the incredible challenge of running 26.2 miles, members of Team Chicago Fire Foundation raised over $14,000 to benefit the Foundation. The runners were honored on field during halftime of the Chicago Fire vs. Toronto FC game on October 19th.
CHICAGO FIRE COMMEMORATIVE JERSEY AUCTIONS Twice during the 2013 season, Fire supporters had the chance to bid on commemorative Chicago Fire jerseys from each member of the team plus Sparky, using a text-to-bid platform. During the July 3rd Chicago Fire vs. San Jose Earthquakes game, the player’s jerseys featured red, white, and blue names and number plates. To highlight the Fire’s partnership with MLS W.O.R.K.S. in promoting Breast Cancer Awareness, on October 19th, the team wore jerseys featuring pink names and numbers and a special patch. After each game, winners had the opportunity to meet the player whose jersey they won and get it personally autographed. Combined, the auctions raised over $25,000 to benefit the Chicago Fire Foundation. 2013 annual 24 2013 annual reportreport
commemorative brick program The Chicago Fire Foundation continued it’s Commemorative Brick Program in 2013, giving supporters the opportunity to purchase commemorative bricks allowing them to leave their mark at TOYOTA PARK and in Chicago Fire history. Bricks were strategically positioned near the main entrance of TOYOTA PARK. All proceeds from the Commemorative Brick Program benefited the Chicago Fire Foundation.
Name in Lights At each home game, birthday, anniversary, welcome and other messages were shown in stadium. Whether supporters wanted Sparky to surprise their guests with a gift pack or just display a message, the Chicago Fire helped created a memorabilia experience for fans! All proceeds benefited the Chicago Fire Foundation.
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IN STADIUM AUCTIONS In addition to the commemorative jersey auctions, at each Chicago Fire home game, the Foundation auctioned exclusive, autographed memorabilia including jerseys from the Chicago Fire and the visiting team, soccer balls, cleats and player photographs. The auctions were held at the Chicago Fire Foundation tent, with all proceeds benefiting the Chicago Fire Foundation.
50/50 RAFFLE For the 10th season, the Chicago Fire Foundation conducted a 50/50 raffle at each home game. From the time gates opened through halftime, fans had the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets. The winner received half of all proceeds raised that game, and the other half went to the charitable organization that sold the tickets. With the help of these organizations, the Foundation was able to raise more than $50,000. The following organizations benefited from the 50/50 Raffle fundraiser in 2013: Amundsen High School, Bethel College, Carl Schurz High School, The C.H.A.M.P.S. Community Project, Crece Foundation, John Marshall Law School, G.L.A.S.A., Naperville Jaycees, Rotary Club of Moraine Valley, USO, Streetwise, and West Chicago AYSO. 2013 annual report
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financial Contributors
$20,000+ The Hauptman Family Foundation Teammates for Kids Foundation Swissotel Chicago
$10,000 - $19,000 Krista Klees MillerCoors Section 8
$5,000 - $9,999 Chicago Fire Soccer Club Gilt City
$1,000 - $4,999 Ticketmaster Anthony Achilles Call One, Inc. Christopher Zawisza
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Jim Zangrilli
Brad Simmons
Illinois State Soccer Association
Keith Andersson
Brenda Palm
Illinois Youth Soccer Association
Kimberlee Wawak
Carol Hamlin Faure
James Froslid
Knutte and Associates
Casey Faure
Jason Obin
Matt Burnham
Chicago Fire Juniors South
Jessica Worley
Max West
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Bob Chinn’s Crab House
Chicago Fire Soccer Club
Al's Char-House Steakhouse & Banquets
Body Glove
Chicago Futsal Academy, Melrose Park
Apple Vacations
Brian Kersey
Chicago Indoor Sports
Applesauce Inn Bed & Breakfast
Brookfield Zoo
Chicago Soccer
Arami
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
Chicago Walking Tour
Arbonne's SeaSource Detox Spa
Cabaret Theatre Show
Chicago White Sox
Aries Charter
Cabot Cheese
Chicago Zoological Society
Arlington International Racecourse Limited
Café Vienna
CHIRP: Chicago Independent Radio Project
Aston Villa
Card and Party Warehouse
Chivas USA
Audio Visual Productions
Carnivale
Cinemark IMAX at Seven Bridges
Bar Toma
Casa Margarita
Clear Channel
Beggars Pizza
Casey Moran’s
Club America
2013 annual report
Colorado Rapids
Fogo De Chão Restaurant
Kiehl's of Lincoln Park
ComEd
Forever Yogurt
Kincade’s Bar and Grill
Comcast
Four Winds Casino Resort
Kingston Mines
ComedySportz
Gameplan Creative
Kokua Hospitality
CPX Sports
Garrett Popcorn
Kristin Johnson
Cricket
Gilt City
L20 Restaurant
CS Magazine
Glossed & Found
Lagunitas Brewing Co.
Dan Kelly
Goodman Theatre Group
Landry’s Inc.
Days Inn Chicago
Half Acre Brewing Company
Laugh Factory Chicago
DC United
Hawthorne Race Course
Laugh Out Loud Comedy Theater
DePaul University Athletic Department
Hilton Oak Lawn Hotel and Conference Center
Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises
Devil’s Head Ski Resort
Houlihan’s
Lilly Belle
deVine Cellars
House of Blues Chicago
Lockdown Bar & Grill
Diageo North America
Houston Dynamo
Logan Pause
Diesel
Howl at the Moon Chicago
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria
DJ Sye Young
HUB 51
Lucky Strike
Douglas J Aveda Institute Chicago
Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach
Lynfred Winery
Dunkin' Donuts
Hyatt Regency Chicago
Maday Productions
East Bank Club
Idegy, Inc.
Major League Soccer
Ed Debevic’s
iO Chicago Theater
Mama Luigi’s
Ed Sitar
J & L Catering
Manou Chahmirzadi
Elite Marketing Group
Jainn Jewels
Mario Ink
Elkhart Lake’s Road America
Jeff Hadala
Maxine Salon
El-Mar Bowl
Jeff Samels
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
Entertainment Cruises Chicago
John G. Shedd Aquarium
Mercadito
Farrell’s eXtreme Bodyshaping
Josue Gomez
Mezlan
FC Kansas City
Karen Spinelli
Midway Hotel Center
Fellowes
Keith Andersson
MillerCoors
Fifty/50 Group
Kevin Egan
Mindful Practices
Fit Golf
Kevin Morrisey
MKTG
MLS W.O.R.K.S
Roof on theWit
The Patio Restaurants, Inc.
Moët Hennessy
Roots Handmade Pizza
The Renaissance Chicago Downtown
Monster
RPM Italian
The Waldorf Astoria Chicago
Monterrey Security
Seamless
The Willis Tower Skydeck
Montreal Imapact
Seattle Timbers
Ticketmaster
Municipal Bar
Sebastien Grey Clothiers
Toronto Maple Leafs
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
Sedgwick’s Bar & Grill
Trader Joe's
Museum of Science and Industry Chicago
Shedd Aquarium
Two Brothers Brewing Company
Nellcôte
Sheraton Chicago Hotel and Towers
Ty Fujimura
New York Red Bulls
Sky Deck Chicago
Über
Numi Tea
Sky High Sports
United Airlines
Old Town Social
SmallBar
United States Soccer Federation
Olympia
Society Art Gallery
US 99.5
Oskar Blue Brewery
Soul Phonetics
Village of Bridgeview
Paris Club
Spirit of Chicago Cruise
Volare
Pelle Sana Salon
Sushi X
Windy City Field House
Penguin
Sweet Street
Wines Unlimited
Pepsi Co.
Swissôtel Chicago
Wow Bao
Piven Theatre
Sybaris
Wrigley
Plated
Tavernita
Yalumba Winery
popchips
Tequila Photo and Design
Yelp
Prasino
TGI
Zanies Comedy Nite Club
Print Butler
The Bagel Restaurant & Deli
Zym Tabs
Pro-Gems Jewelers Limited
The Cheesecake Factory
Purina Beneful
The Essence Suites
Quaker Oats
The Fireplace Inn
Red Bull
The Fireside Restaurant & Lounge
Reel Club
The French Pastry School
Renaissance Hotel Chicago
The GRAMMY Museum
Restaurants-America
the GRID
Board of Directors
andrew hauptman chairman, andell, inc. owner, chicago fire soccer club honorary chairman, chicago fire foundation
carlos jaramillo
Keith andersson president, print butler
karen spinelli media and promotions manager, apple vacations
Matt Burnham operating partner, kamylon capital
jessica yavitz executive director
kavita chopra-athanikar contract attorney, huron consulting
jennifer vansparrentak events and devlopment specialist
jeff marinacci section 8 chicago jim froslid director of soccer development - usa, fieldturf ty fujimura owner and operator, arami imre hidvegi owner, chicago soccer logan pause player, chicago fire soccer club adam pollet director, illionis department of commerce & economic opportunity
ed sitar manager, economic development and large customer solutions, comed