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Driving the Inclusionary Vision

The 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner November 16, 2011 Hilton Chicago

Presented by

2011 Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner Steering Committee Chicago United Board of Directors Chairman: Joseph A. Gregoire Regional President - Illinois Banking PNC Bank Committee Members: Anthony K. Anderson Vice Chair and Midwest Managing Partner Ernst & Young LLP Frank M. Clark Chairman and Chief Executive Officer ComEd

Ellen Costello Chief Executive Officer and U.S. Country Head BMO Financial Corp. Doug M. Goare President McDonald’s Europe Andrew J. McKenna Chairman, McDonald’s Corporation Chairman, Schwarz Supply Source John W. Rogers, Jr. Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer Ariel Investments, LLC

James H. Skogsbergh President and Chief Executive Officer Advocate Health Care David B. Speer Chairman and Chief Executive Officer ITW Frederick H. Waddell Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Northern Trust Corporation

2011-2012 Chicago United Board of Directors Officers

Board Members

Joseph Gregoire, Chairman Regional President - Illinois PNC Bank

Olga Camargo Senior Vice President, Investment Advisory Mesirow Financial

Michael W. Lewis EVP, Regional President Chicago Metro Region BMO Harris Bank N.A.

Michael F. DeSantiago President Primera Engineers, Ltd.

James H. Skogsbergh President and CEO Advocate Health Care

Kathy Ford Partner Ernst & Young LLP

John D. Sterling Chief Executive Officer Synch-Solutions

Albert Grace President Loop Capital

Monica Walker CEO & Chief Investment Officer, Equity Holland Capital Management LLP

Gordon Werkema, Vice Chairman First Vice President and COO Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago Maria de J. Prado, Treasurer Partner Prado & Renteria CPAs, Prof. Corp. Kevin B. Brookins, Secretary Vice President, Operational Strategy & Business Intelligence ComEd, An Exelon Company Douglas M. Goare, Immediate Past Chair President McDonald’s Europe McDonald’s Corporation

Ralph V. Hughes Vice President, External Affairs/ Corporate Communication Macy’s Kip Kelley Resident Managing Director Aon Risk Services, Inc. Aon Corporation

Chairman’s Council Raymond F. McCaskey, Ex-Officio

Welcome to the 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner

November 16, 2011 Dear Conference Participants, On behalf of Chicago United, thank you for joining us for the 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner. Today’s conference, titled “Driving the Inclusionary Vision,” provides an opportunity for CEOs and executive level managers to share common experiences that maximize multiracial corporate and entrepreneurial talent in governance, management, and business partnerships while delivering best practices for diversity practitioners and fostering relationships among leaders who share common values. Special congratulations to Patricia Hemingway Hall, president and chief executive officer, Health Care Service Corporation, for being selected as the 2011 Bridge Award recipient for exemplary practices in supporting the development of a vibrant and richly diverse business community in the Chicago region. We are also excited to present the 2011 Business Leaders of Color. Chicago United promotes multiracial leadership in business to advance parity in economic opportunity. At PNC, we understand the critical value of our differences and of our individual and collective strengths and skills. We proudly apply these strengths to our business practices and in the communities we serve. We look forward to engaging with you in meaningful dialogue and celebration! Sincerely,

Joseph A. Gregoire Regional President – Illinois Banking, PNC Bank Chairman, Chicago United Board of Directors

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Acknowledgements Dear Conference Participants, A conference of this depth of talent and content cannot be developed and delivered without the support of an active membership and many friends. I would like to thank Joe Gregoire, chairman of the Chicago United Board of Directors, and all its members for their unwavering support. A great deal of gratitude goes to Joe Gregoire and PNC Bank for presenting this year’s conference. Enormous thanks to our Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner Steering Committee for generating heightened support of this event and to all of today’s sponsors, especially our Chairman’s Circle sponsors, for your extraordinary support. Chicago United appreciates extraordinary partnerships with corporations, foundations and institutions across the region. We value the partnership with ABC7 who has generously run public service promotions and lent the talents of Ravi Baichwal and Hosea Sanders. We also value the advertising support of Crain’s Chicago Business, the Chicago Sun-Times, The Chicago Tribune, and the Women’s Business Development Center. We are delighted by the Chicago Sinfonietta who perform during our Bridge Awards Dinner each year. The Chicago Community Trust has become an invaluable supporter of Chicago United through grant support for BoardLink. We extend a very special thanks to James Skogsbergh and Advocate Health Care for donating the production of the Chicago United Video to this conference. We thank each and every member of Chicago United for their personal and organizational resources to build the conference and support its mission. David Rudd and the team at The Axis Agency have helped this organization achieve strong media presence. We would like to thank the exceptional professional services business partners who have been working with us to produce this conference from inception including PJH & Associates, Patricia Vogt Design, Wedgeworth Business Communications, Quam Interactive, Ana Miyares Photography and Dot Ward Photography. We acknowledge Judy Mathews, president of Community Interface, as a vital consultant and organizational strategist who is also responsible for delivering the high-quality program and workshops of this Changing Color of Leadership Conference. Finally, to the mighty team at Chicago United, I can only begin to express my personal appreciation to Sal Bayron, Carrie Osslund, Teresa Sarna, Ana Souchet, and Jennifer Vera. To all who made this conference a success, thank you! Sincerely,

Gloria Castillo President

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Chicago United promotes multiracial leadership in business to advance parity

in economic opportunity. Chicago United supports the business community’s

need to maximize the use of corporate and entrepreneurial talent and brings together diverse senior business leaders to break through barriers to realize the benefits of diversity and inclusion.

Chicago United is the premiere organization creating an environment where

racially diverse CEOs and executive level management can share common experiences to promote multiracial leadership in governance, management, and

business partnerships while delivering best practices for diversity practitioners and building relationships among leaders who share common values. PROGR A MS AN D PRODUCTS

Changing Color of Leadership Conference Chicago United Bridge Awards Five Forward MBe-Source Corporate Diversity Profile Diversity Officer Roundtables Business Leaders of Color Corporate Governance: An Executive Development Program BoardLink BoardLink Nonprofit Board Training Please visit www.chicago-united.org for more information.

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Table of Contents

Schedule of Events ��9-12 Benefactors ��13-104 Speakers �� 105-110 Bridge Awards Dinner ��111-113 Partners in the Arts �� 116 Bridge Awards Introduction ��117 Bridge Award Recipient �� 118-119 About Chicago United ��121

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Schedule of Events

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Schedule of Events 11:00 a.m.

Registration

12:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Diversity Leadership Luncheon

International Ballroom Foyer International Ballroom

Keynote Speaker: Bruce S. Gordon Former President & Chief Executive Officer, NAACP Retired President, Retail Markets Group, Verizon Communications Inc. Bruce S. Gordon completed a 35-year career in the telecommunications industry in 2003, retiring as president of the Retail Markets Group for Verizon Communications Inc. As an employee of Bell Atlantic Corporation, he served as group president of the Enterprise Business Unit, president of Consumer Services, vice president of Marketing and Sales, vice president of Sales, and general manager of Marketing for Pennsylvania and Delaware. He joined Verizon in 1968. Mr. Gordon later became the first business executive to head the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) and led the 500,000 member organization from 2005 to 2007. During his tenure, he worked to foster diversity and inclusion and to achieve greater economic equality for all Americans. r. Gordon currently serves as lead director of Tyco International LTD, as a director of M CBS Corporation and Northrup Grumman, and is a diversity consultant to Fortune 500 companies. He is also a trustee of the U.S. Fund for UNICEF, National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, and Newport Festivals Foundation, and is a member of the Advisory Boards for New York Urban League and Bishop John T. Walker School for Boys. 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Plenary Session One

Williford Room, 3rd Floor

Frontline Perspectives from Business Leaders of Color Moderator:

Panelists:

Dolores A. Kunda Founder and CEO Lapiz

David Arenas Managing Director Reilly Partners

Nim Chinniah CFO, The University of Chicago

Brett J. Hart SVP, General Counsel United Continental Holdings, Inc.

Mabel C. Tung SVP, Corporate & Institutional Services Northern Trust

2 011 Business Leaders of Color (BLC) will share unique perspectives from frontline experiences in corporate leadership roles. The BLC represent some of the top talent in the city of Chicago with proven strategies and tactics for success. Each leader will share their point of view about leadership: innovating new strategies, tactics, and execution to gain a competitive advantage; the importance of international experience for career advancement; and the critical factors of team leadership and crisis and risk management in driving global competitiveness. We will explore how leadership behavior needs to change to meet the challenges of the future in managing pools of diverse talent for mission-critical roles. – 10 –

Frontline Perspectives from Business Leaders of Color , continued This session will allow you to learn from the experiences of these influential leaders to help evaluate your role as a change-agent. You will find their insights invaluable whether your interest is in advancing your own career or energizing senior leadership to embrace diversity and inclusion. his panel represents a rare opportunity to experience a frank discussion among diverse T leaders as they weigh in on the value of diversity and inclusion strategies for long-term growth, sustainability, and competitive advantage. 3:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Beverage Break

3:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.

Plenary Session Two

Williford Room, 3rd Floor

Stewarding a Unified Diversity and Inclusion Vision Moderator:

Panelists:

Marsha Jones SVP and CDO PNC Financial Services Group

Albert Grace Co-Founder and President Loop Capital

Terry Mazany President and CEO The Chicago Community Trust

Anne Pramaggiore President and COO ComEd

-suite executives responsible for fostering greater inclusion within their business C environments will share their visions and insights. Each will discuss the nuances of taking on the role of serving as lead-advocate for developing and implementing a strategy for inclusion; developing metrics to assess advancement; and measuring the impact of diversity on governance, management, business partnerships, and related market growth and development. uring this session you will learn how CEOs and other senior leaders articulate diversity D as a business imperative, and how they manage the challenges associated with engaging and unifying management teams to ensure the message is consistent within an organization. Corporate executives recognize the value of appreciating differences and how critically important it is in todayâ€™s global business climate. ear from leading local executives who will share aspects of their own experiences and H the complexities of building a unified vision.

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Schedule of Events

5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Pre-Dinner Reception

Grand Ballroom

6:30 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.

Bridge Awards Dinner

International Ballroom

2011 Bridge Award Recipient Patricia Hemingway Hall President and Chief Executive Officer, Health Care Service Corporation

Please refer to the Bridge Awards Dinner section of this program book for additional information on the dinner program.

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CHICAGO UNITED 2011 CHANGING COLOR OF LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE A N D B R I D G E AWA R D S D I N N E R PRESENTED BY

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FIGHTS THE GOOD FIGHT

We know that achieving more in the community begins with the people who belong to it. That’s why PNC is a proud sponsor of Chicago United’s 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner. Stop by any PNC Bank Branch Call 1-888 - PNC - Bank Visit us online at pnc.com

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At PNC, we view diversity as a core value and

a business imperative. Diversity and inclusion

produce an engaged workforce that more closely mirrors the markets PNC serves, better

positioning us to anticipate and meet customer

needs. By fostering an inclusive culture, our employees feel valued and empowered to focus

on their strengths, honor their differences, and celebrate their contributions. The more successful we are at fully engaging our employ-

ees, the more successful we will be in meeting the needs of our customers, communities and shareholders.”

Joseph Gregoire

Regional President, Illinois Banking PNC Financial Services, Inc.

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A true shift towards diversity happens when

it becomes second nature, part of the very

fabric of who we are – both in front of the

camera and, perhaps even more importantly, behind the scenes. In the television news business, it’s not enough to hire on-air staff

and say, “now we’re diverse.” At ABC7, taking an inclusive approach to the people we hire leads to an inclusive approach to the stories we cover and the manner in which we present

the news each day. It is the only way we can truly flourish, the only way we can forge that essential connection with our viewers. Emily L. Barr

President and General Manager ABC7

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Advocate Health Care BMO Harris Bank Northern Trust

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Advocate Health Care congratulates Patricia Hemingway Hall as a recipient of Chicago United’s 2011 Bridge Award and applauds Michelle Gaskill and the 2011 Business Leaders of Color

Advocate BroMenn Medical Center

Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

Advocate Christ Medical Center Advocate Condell Medical Center

Advocate Lutheran General Children’s Hospital

Advocate Eureka Hospital

Advocate South Suburban Hospital

Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital

Advocate Trinity Hospital

Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital

Advocate Medical Group

Advocate Hope Children’s Hospital

Advocate Physician Partners

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center

Dreyer Medical Clinic Advocate Home Health Services

“Advocate

Health

Care’s

commitment

to diversity is best reflected through our

30,000 associates and the thousands of physicians and volunteers who extend our healing ministry every day. We value each individual’s contribution as we continue to

fulfill our mission and seek innovative ways

to improve health services in the communities we serve.”

James H. Skogsbergh

President and Chief Executive Officer Advocate Health Care

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Dedication. Determination. Leadership. BMO Harris Bank is proud to sponsor Chicago Unitedâ€™s 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner.

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BMO Harris Bank recognizes the value of a diverse workforce – our employees’ unique

ideas and backgrounds can provide better solutions and services for our customers, and

ultimately help us achieve our vision to be the

bank that defines great customer experience.” Mark Furlong

President and CEO

BMO Harris Bank N.A.

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We’re committed to maximizing opportunities.

For over 120 years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to helping our clients and our community reach their full potential. That’s just one of the many reasons we proudly support Chicago United. For more information, visit northerntrust.com.

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Northern Trust has long recognized the value of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our efforts to employ and develop people from different

backgrounds is one of our competitive strengths. Diversity is a means to innovation at Northern Trust, and both are essential for success.” Frederick H. Waddell

Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Northern Trust Corporation

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Aon Corporation Blue Cross, Blue Shield of Illinois Chicago Sun Times ComEd, An Exelon Company Crain’s Chicago Business Illinois Tool Works Inc. McDonald’s United Airlines Walgreens

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Commitment. Just ask Chicago United. Aon is proud to support Chicago United as a sponsor of the 2011 Changing Color of Leadership Conference: Driving the Inclusionary Vision. Visit aon.com to see how Aon is helping organizations committed to excellence address risk and shape their workplace of the future.

Hire the Best. Build the Best. Be the Best. This statement captures both Aon’s promise and our potential with respect to creating an inclusive environment that nurtures the

unique backgrounds, skills and creativity of

our employees, suppliers and partners. For Aon, diversity is an integral part of our strategy and

will continue to drive the innovation and collaboration needed to provide our clients with the best solutions and services worldwide.” Gregory C. Case

President and Chief Executive Officer Aon

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Always being here for our community shows the true colors of Blue. For 75 years, communities have loved hearing the name Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois. That’s because they know we’re the local health care company bringing more than just simple and affordable coverage to our members, but a commitment to making the hometowns where we work and live healthier every day. From free student immunizations to outreach wellness programs, our plan is to encourage people at all stages of life to live healthy and inspired lives.

We’re in your community. We’re Blue Cross. And because we’re here, we’ll always be there.

From a strategic perspective, diversity among our employees and board of directors is a major

priority for HCSC. To help as many people

as possible find quality, affordable health care we must reach out to a more diverse

population than ever before. That requires insights and strategies that can come only

from a board and workforce that is equally diverse.”

Patricia Hemingway Hall

President and Chief Executive Officer Health Care Service Corporation

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Sun-Times Media salutes Chicago United and its members and supporters for their commitment to leadership and diversity in Chicago. We are proud to support The 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner.

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BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER CREATES AN ENERGY ALL ITS OWN. Diversity is the foundation of any strong organization. That’s why ComEd is proud to lend our support to programs that bring people together in the spirit of the community. ComEd is proud to support Chicago United. Congratulations to Calvin Butler and Kevin Brookins!

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As a founding member of Chicago United and an inaugural supporter of the Changing Color of Leadership Conference, ComEd is proud to

be a sponsor for this year’s Conference. Since 1968, ComEd has actively participated in Chicago United, maintaining a dialogue

among Chicago’s multiracial senior leadership, and driving corporate support for minorityowned businesses. We share the common goal

of creating a stronger social and economic

climate that reflects the diverse communities in which we live.” Frank M. Clark

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer ComEd

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ITW is proud to sponsor the Chicago United Changing Color of Leadership Conference

A Fortune 200 company with nearly 100 years of history, ITWâ€™s business units manufacture an array of innovative components, as well as systems and consumables, for customers worldwide.

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At ITW, diversity and inclusion are part of the

very fabric of how we operate. We strive to foster a diverse workforce and an inclusive

environment that meets the needs of our

stakeholders and provides an opportunity for

everyone to reach their full potential. Through our communication and our actions, our efforts are focused on creating an environment where differences are valued.” David B. Speer

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Illinois Tool Works Inc.

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Inclusion is part of our heritage, and I am

committed to continuing to create an environment where our entire system is even

more diligent about identifying and developing diversity of thought to better understand the needs of the diverse population we serve.” Jim Skinner CEO

McDonald’s Corporation

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We help dreams take off, too. Congratulations to the 2011 Business Leaders of Color including United Airlines General Counsel, Brett Hart.

We at United support the rich diversity of ideas, experiences and cultures of our co-

workers, customers and business partners. By

Working Together with dignity and respect, United creates an inclusive work environment, where all co-workers can contribute to and participate in our success.” Jeff Smisek

President & Chief Executive Officer United Airlines

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Well done. Weâ€™re proud specialChanging event. We're proud to to support support this the very 8th Annual Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner.

From the earliest days of our company – when Charles R. Walgreen Sr. opened his

first drugstore in Chicago in 1901 – to today, diversity has been embedded in Walgreens

DNA. For more than 110 years, we have been as committed to building and maintaining a

diverse workforce as we are to serving diverse communities.”

Gregory D. Wasson President and CEO Walgreens

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Abbott Allstate Baxter International Inc. BP America, Inc. Chicago Magazine Ernst & Young LLP Fifth Third Bank Kraft Foods Macy’s Northwestern Memorial Hospital OfficeMax Prado & Renteria, Certified Public Accountants Reyes Holdings, LLC Sara Lee Corporation Synch-Solutions

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AchieveMore Ignite your Passion

For Life at Abbott.

As a global health care company, our diverse businesses operate at the forefront of scientific discovery and offer a lifetime of challenging and fulfilling career opportunities. At Abbott, we recognize and reward achievement through opportunities for growth and competitive total compensation that aligns personal contributions to business success. Are you passionate about doing meaningful work that advances health care? If so, a career at Abbott may be for you. Apply now at www.abbott.com/careers or visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AbbottCareers. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

Allstate is proud to support Chicago United’s 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner.

Baxter is proud to support Chicago Unitedâ€™s 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference & Bridge Awards Dinner. Baxter employees share your commitment to making a meaningful difference in peopleâ€™s lives. At Baxter, we apply our expertise in biotechnology, medical devices and specialty pharmaceuticals to develop innovative therapies that save and sustain lives around the world. It is this higher purpose that binds us as a company and as global citizens. baxter.com

The most powerful energy is that of our people. Through a culture of inclusion, we energize diverse talent to drive innovations and maximize positive outcomes. Thatâ€™s why BP salutes Chicago United for its ongoing commitment to achieving real and sustainable progress in multiracial corporate governance, leadership development and business partnerships. Congratulations to Chicago United, the 2011 Business Leaders of Color and the 2011 Bridge Award recipients. We look forward to your continued success.

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We are proud to support the mission of Chicago United during their 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference. Their vision, innovation and commitment to promoting diversity in our business community is truly inspirational. We are equally proud to congratulate our Publisher and General Manager Richard Gamble who was chosen as one of the 2011 Business Leaders of Color.

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Ready to celebrate? There’s no better reason than a milestone achievement. Please join us in congratulating one of Ernst & Young’s very best, Jeffery Perry, on being named a 2011 Business Leader of Color. We also applaud all of this year’s honorees who exemplify the diversity and thought leadership of Chicago’s business community. Cheers!

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Everyoneâ€™s invited. We welcome diversity at Kraft Foods. We know that the best people are all kinds of people.

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Through your support, Macy’s Gives contributes to initiatives important to you and your community – women’s health and wellness, arts, education, the environment, and HIV/AIDS research and awareness. Together, we give every star the chance to shine.

Northwestern Memorial Hospital is proud to sponsor

Chicago Unitedâ€™s 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership conference and congratulates

Eric Conley and each of the Bridge Award winners for their commitment to diversity. Embracing our different backgrounds, values, talents and varying perspectives is what matters at Northwestern Memorial.

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Creating a new way of doing business through diversity.

To us, diversity lives and breathes.

At OfficeMax , diversity is more than a promise; it’s a way of life. Embracing diversity and inclusion is integral to helping our customers, suppliers and associates shine. We’re united in forming partnerships, growing stronger and creating new ways of doing business together. ®

Work with us and create new ways of doing business through diversity. For more information on our diversity initiatives, go to officemax.com/supplierdiversity.

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We are proud to support Chicago Unitedâ€™s 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner.

inspiring Sara Lee Corporation’s mission is to simply delight you…every day. Delighting people every day is not only our business mandate, but also it is the commitment we make to the communities in which we conduct business.

Across all our brands we’re making food with more of the good things you want and less of what you don’t. Bringing you delicious ways to balance taste and nutrition. Feed your healthier lifestyle.

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Synch-Solutions salutes Chicago United for its ongoing commitment to multiracial leadership development. Synch-Solutions provides Management Consulting and Enterprise Technology Solutions for Government, Education, Healthcare, Utility and Commercial Sectors.

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CHICAGO UNITED 2011 CHANGING COLOR OF LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE A N D B R I D G E AWA R D S D I N N E R LEADERS FOR CHANGE Ariel Investments, LLC Cabrera Capital Markets, LLC Cano Container Corporation CDW Chapman and Cutler LLP Charter One Chicago Sinfonietta Chicago Tribune Columbia College Chicago DeVry Inc. Heidrick & Struggles Holland Capital Management ITxM The Institute for Transfusion Medicine Jewel-Osco Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP Loop Capital McDonald’s Corporation Mesirow Financial MillerCoors Nicor Gas Nielsen Primera Engineers, Ltd. PwC Quarles & Brady LLP Robert R. McCormick Foundation RR Donnelley Rush University Medical Center Schiff Hardin LLP SDI (System Development.Integration, LLC) Seyfarth Shaw LLP TCF National Bank UHC (University Health System Consortium) University of Chicago University of Chicago Medical Centers University of Illinois at Chicago UPS Urban Partnership Bank – 65 –

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Lately,

telling investors to slow down and

think long-term has become the hot new thing. At Ariel Investments, that’s always been our style. For over 27 years, we have focused on one thing—a patient approach to investing. To learn how we can help you build wealth over time, call or click today.

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Chicago United’s 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference & Bridge Awards Dinner

meeting the financial needs of a diverse client base

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Congratulations Chicago United on your 7th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference. On behalf of Cano Container Corporation and all of our employees we would like to wish you a continued success in sustaining a growing multiracial leadership.

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CDW is proud to support Chicago United and the 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference. Congratulations to Patricia Hemingway Hall and the 2011 Business Leaders of Color for their leadership in sustaining diversity.

Good Business Demands Diversity. As a leading provider of technology solutions for business, government and education, valuing diversity is an important priority for CDW. With over 100,000 products from over 1,000 top brands, CDW understands that every customer has unique IT solutions. A diverse supplier network adds innovation to our business and helps us serve our customers best.

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Celebrating our differenCes brings us together. At Charter One, we support those who share our spirit and dedication. And we applaud those who believe in making a difference within their communities. Congratulations Chicago United and all of the Business Leaders of Color, for your success and accomplishments.

Member FDIC. Charter One is a brand name of RBS Citizens, N.A. 129543

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How do you follow a legend? “Twenty‐first century multiculturalism is global and gender‐conscious. That’s one of [Mei‐Ann] Chen’s mantras, and her program of works by a Chinese, a pioneering African American, the world’s leading film composer, an encore from her native Taiwan as well as Beethoven’s Fifth and a distinguished black orchestra principal as guest soloist in two of the concert’s pieces fleshed out her claim.” Chicago Sun Times

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An arts and media college committed to a rigorous liberal arts curriculum, Columbia is dedicated to opportunity and excellence in higher education. Through the diversity of its students and graduates, the school brings a rich vision and a multiplicity of voices to American culture, encouraging students to author the culture of their times.

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Columbia College Chicago applauds the work of Chicago United and its support of business leaders of color in our community.

Congratulations to Chicago United and 2011 Bridge Award Recipient Patricia Hemingway Hall We applaud your dedication to diversity and inclusion in businesses in Chicago and nationwide.

www.devryinc.com DeVry’s purpose is to empower its students to achieve their educational and career goals. Its colleges and universities offer a wide array of programs in business, healthcare and technology and serve students in secondary through postsecondary education as well as accounting and finance professionals.

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Heidrick & Struggles is the leadership advisory firm providing executive search and leadership consulting services. For almost 60 years, we have been building deep relationships with the world’s most talented individuals on behalf of the world’s most successful companies.

LEVERAGING LOCAL

LEADERS AROUND the GLOBE

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Through the strategic acquisition, development and retention of talent we help our clients – from the most established market giants to the newest market disruptors – build winning leadership teams.

Proudly Salutes Our Own

Monica L. Walker Chief Executive Officer & Chief Investment Officer

2011 Chicago United Business Leaders of Color Honoree

Congratulations to all 2011 Bridge Award Winners and 2011 Business Leaders of Color!

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Committed Blood Donor

Commitment. Blood donors are at the core of everything we do. Their diversity makes our community stronger; because of them we are saving lives in the Chicagoland area. LifeSource is proud to sponsor Chicago United’s 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference.

ONE COMPANY. ONE COMMITMENT.

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Proud to support Chicago United 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership and the 2011 Business Leaders of Color We proudly share their commitment to corporate diversity. â€“ 79 â€“

Katten is proud to support Chicago United’s 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference.

We applaud the innovation, knowledge and teamwork of all of the Bridge Awards honorees. We commend the dedication and commitment of Chicago United’s 2011 Business Leaders of Color, including Katten's Maribel Mata Benedict.

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We believe

in differences.

Diverse people, from diverse backgrounds, with diverse interests. That’s our idea of a great workplace. If you’d like a rewarding job that could become a life-long career, talk to us soon. Like, today. At mcdonalds.com/careers

McDonald’s Central Division is proud to support Chicago United’s Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner. © 2010 McDonald’s. McDonald’s and McDonald’s independently owned and operated franchises are equal opportunity employerscommitted to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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Mesirow Financial is proud to support Chicago United. Investment Management | Global Markets | Insurance Services | Consulting mesirowfinancial.com

Securities offered through Mesirow Financial, Inc. Member NYSE, SIPC. Insurance services offered through Mesirow Insurance Services, Inc. Mesirow Financial refers to Mesirow Financial Holdings, Inc. and its divisions, subsidiaries and affiliates. The Mesirow Financial name and logo are registered service marks of Mesirow Financial Holdings, Inc. ÂŠ 2011, Mesirow Financial Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved.

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MillerCoors Salutes Chicago United and the 2011 Business Leaders of Color ®

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Nielsen Congratulates Our Business Leader of Color Cheryl Pearson-McNeil

Nielsen listens to you because your preferences are important.

As the world’s largest research company, we rely on people to voluntarily participate in our studies. Your participation: • tells us what you watch on TV, how you use your online and your cell phone time, and where and how you buy your groceries; which • helps businesses offer the products and services you want.

You Matter. If you’re ever asked to participate in a Nielsen study or survey, please say yes.

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My brand: A “multifaceted” leader and a mom whose roots span the globe

Helena Johnson, Director. With heritage that includes India, Africa and the Caribbean—and an upbringing of multiple religions— you might say I’m my own melting pot. In 11 years at PwC, I’ve been supported by mentors who see my unique background as an asset to our clients. Fact is, PwC has afforded me so many growth opportunities, it’s my business experience that sets me apart as much as my ancestry. To learn more about my personal brand and how strongly we feel about diversity, go to pwc.com/diversity © 2011 PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, a Delaware limited liability partnership. All rights reserved. We are proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Common Ground. Uncommon Vision.

Quarles & Brady Is Proud To Support Chicago United and The 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference At the law firm of Quarles & Brady, diversity is woven into our core business strategy. We believe that if our diverse attorneys and staff succeed, we will too. At Quarles & Brady, we share a Common Ground of diverse backgrounds, expertise, and perspectives, which results in an

Uncommon Vision to provide innovative and sophisticated client service. For more information, please contact Janine Landow-Esser at 312-715-5055 or janine.landow-esser@quarles.com 300 North LaSalle Street, Suite 4000 Chicago, IL 60654

Common Ground. Uncommon Vision.

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CHICAGO UNITED’S 8TH ANNUAL CHANGING COLOR OF LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE & BRIDGE AWARDS DINNER Redefining the Possibilities of Integrated Communications We Prepare. We Produce. We Deliver. We Process. RR Donnelley is an EEO/AA employer. For more information, visit www.rrdonnelley.com.

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RUSH SALUTES LAc VAn TRAn AnD THE 2011 BUSInESS LEADERS OF cOLOR

Rush University Medical Center joins Chicago United in congratulating the individuals chosen for inclusion in the 2011 edition of its publication Business Leaders of Color, including our own Lac Van Tran, senior vice president of information services, chief information officer and associate dean at Rush. We are proud to see Lac recognized for his outstanding leadership skills as well as the many things he has done to make a difference in the lives of others. Rush shares Chicago United’s mission of building diverse leadership and promoting a culture of inclusion.

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For more information about Rush, visit www.rush.edu or call (888) 352-RUSH (7874).

Rush is a not-for-profit health care, education and research enterprise comprising Rush University Medical Center, Rush University, Rush Oak Park Hospital and Rush Health.

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SDI is a proud Diamond Status member of Chicago United’s Five Forward Program

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At Seyfarth Shaw, we believe that diversity – in terms of people, perspectives and experiences – can create more innovative solutions and greater contributions from everyone.

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TCF Bank proudly supports

Chicago United’s 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference ®

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The University of Chicago is a proud sponsor of Chicago United’s 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference.

From our campus community to our business partners, the University of Chicago supports the changing color of leadership. To learn more about efforts to promote inclusion and economic opportunity at the University of Chicago, please contact: The Office of Business Diversity Nadia Quarles, Assistant Vice President 773.702.2553 nquarles@uchicago.edu

Above: UChicago, industry, and government leaders gather at the annual University of Chicago Business Diversity Symposium. CreATiNg eCONOmiC OPPOrTUNiTieS FOr miNOriTy- AND WOmeN-OWNeD BUSiNeSSeS

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The University of Chicago Medical Center is a proud sponsor of Chicago United’s 8th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner

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At UIC, we not only celebrate diversity, it’s how we do business.

• Our affordable tuition invites a wide variety of students to take advantage of our superior education. • We are repeatedly ranked as one of the most diverse universities in the United States. And our commitment to diversity is an integral part of all student, faculty and staff activities, programs and organizations.

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• Over the past two years, our Minority and Female Business Enterprise Program (MAFBE) helped increase our spending with qualified businesses owned by minorities, females and persons with disabilities by over 75 percent.

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Congratulations to Terrell Anderson and to all the 2011 “Business Leaders of Color” honorees. Your commitment to a diverse and inclusive business community is making a difference every day. Collaboration, diversity and inclusion are essential to building better lives and vibrant communities. To invest in our community and make a difference every day, call 773.420.5050 or visit upbnk.com.

Terrell Anderson, Chief Operations Officer, Urban Partnership Bank

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CHICAGO UNITED 2011 CHANGING COLOR OF LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE A N D B R I D G E AWA R D S D I N N E R D I N N E R TA B L E PA R T N E R S

AT&T Cambium, LLC CBR Consulting, LLC Cedar Concepts Corporation commonground Community Interface Dominick’s Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago K&L Gates Nicor Gas Pugh, Jones & Johnson, P.C. Rush University Medical Center United Building Maintenance, Inc.

Special Acknowledgements Novak Law Offices for sponsorship of table arrangements Blue Foundation, Fidelity Charitable, and Siegman Consulting Services for sponsorship of nonprofit partner ticket subsidies

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Conference Speakers David Arenas

Managing Director Reilly Partners David Arenas is a managing director in Reilly Partners’ Chicago office. He has successfully completed senior level searches including board of director, CEO, president and general managers, as well as, functional heads and directors of finance including CFO, treasurer, controller, financial planning, tax, audit, and corporate development. His industry experience includes work with clients in financial services (consumer financial services, corporate and investment banking, and insurance), industrial/energy, consumer and technology. His keen awareness of the importance of diversity and inclusion for his clients is reflected on his approach to every search assignment. David was named one of “100 Hispanic Influential’s in 2010” by Hispanic Business Magazine. Mr. Arenas joined Reilly Partners from Spencer Stuart, one of the leading international executive search firms, also based in their Chicago office. Moreover, he brings more than 10 years of investment banking and financial services experience to Reilly Partners. As an investment banker, David covered and advised global and middle market clients on a range of financial and strategic transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, divestments, private equity, equity public offerings, commercial banking, loan syndications and structured finance. David’s client coverage and industry expertise concentrated primarily in the technology services, natural resources and power, energy technology, industrial and communications and media sectors. David has an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management and a master’s degree in engineering management from the McCormick School of Engineering, both at Northwestern University. He earned a bachelor of science in civil engineering from the University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign and attended the University of Guadalajara in Mexico.

Ravi Baichwal

Weekend Anchor and Reporter ABC 7 News Ravi Baichwal co-anchors the ABC 7 Weekend News at 5 and 10 p.m., Chicago’s number one weekend newscasts, alongside Karen Jordan. He also reports for ABC 7’s daily newscasts. Mr. Baichwal joined ABC 7 Chicago in November 2006. Prior to arriving in Chicago, he was an integral part of CTV News, Canada’s number one news organization. He hosted CTV Newsnet Morning on the service’s all-news channel, and reported for CTV National News. He also served as a substitute network anchor and host.During his tenure, he gained a national reputation for seamless coverage of live, breaking news. He covered the fast changing world of politics and served as host of two award-winning election night specials. Other historically significant stories he has covered include the terrorist attacks on the London Underground system, the discovery of former Iraq president Saddam Hussein by U.S. soldiers and the death of Pope John Paul II. Mr. Baichwal was also a frequent guest host on one of Canada’s top radio stations, a regular guest on the country’s most irreverent sports talk show, and often hosted Canada’s pre-eminent business news channel, Report on Business Television. Mr. Baichwal believes in community service and volunteers with various charities dedicated to childhood welfare, AIDS, and health issues. – 105 –

Conference Speakers Nim Chinniah

Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer The University of Chicago Nim Chinniah is the vice president for administration and chief financial officer at the University of Chicago. He has overall responsibility for the Finance and Administration Division of the University, which comprises more than 950 staff in several departments, including Facilities Services, Human Resource Services, Information Technology, the University of Chicago Police Department, Parking and Transportation, Risk Management and Audit, Environmental Health and Safety, Financial Services, Business Diversity, and Real Estate. Other responsibilities include fiscal and strategic planning and support of University of Chicago Trustee Committees including Audit, Compensation, Financial Planning, and Campus Planning & Facilities. Mr. Chinniah came to the University of Chicago from Vanderbilt University where he held several positions over a sixteen year period. As the deputy vice chancellor for administration and academic affairs at Vanderbilt University, he served as the chief financial officer for academic affairs and as the principal deputy to the vice chancellor for administration and CFO. He served as a member of the First Tennessee Bank Nashville Advisory Board and on the board of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee and the Adventure Science Center, among many other professional affiliations. Mr. Chinniah earned an MBA from Vanderbilt University and a BS in computer science and business (summa cum laude) from Lambuth University.

Bruce S. Gordon

Former President & Chief Executive Officer, NAACP Retired President, Retail Markets Group, Verizon Communications, Inc. Bruce S. Gordon completed a 35-year career in the telecommunications industry in 2003, retiring as president of the Retail Markets Group for Verizon Communications Inc. As an employee of Bell Atlantic Corporation, he served as group president of the enterprise business unit, president of consumer services, vice president of marketing and sales, vice president of sales, and general manager of marketing for Pennsylvania and Delaware. He joined Verizon in 1968. Mr. Gordon later became the first business executive to head the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) and led the 500,000 member organization from 2005 to 2007. During his tenure, he worked to foster diversity and inclusion and to achieve greater economic equality for all Americans. Mr. Gordon currently serves as lead director of Tyco International LTD, as a director of CBS Corporation and Northrup Grumman, and is a diversity consultant to Fortune 500 companies. He is also a trustee of the U.S. Fund for UNICEF, National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, and Newport Festivals Foundation, and is a member of the Advisory Boards for New York Urban League and Bishop John T. Walker School for Boys.

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Conference Speakers Albert Grace

Co-Founder and President Loop Capital Albert R. Grace Jr. co-founded Loop Capital Markets in 1997 with the aim to create a firm that would be, in his words, “a provider of creative capital solutions – an unusually resourceful partner who will find ways to ‘make it happen’.” Loop Capital provides investment banking services to governmental entities and corporations on a national basis. Headquartered in Chicago and with offices in 21 cities, Loop Capital Markets is the largest African-American owned investment banking firm in the nation. Mr. Grace has over 30 years of experience in the capital markets, money management and law. Before the formation of Loop Capital Markets, he was vice president at the Northern Trust Company. Prior to that, he was president and chief operating officer of Selected Financial Services, an investment advisory and broker/dealer subsidiary of Kemper Corporation. He currently serves on the board of Chicago United, Sinai Health Systems and is on the National Council of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee. Al served on Illinois State Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias’ Bright Start Advisory Committee, which restructured the State’s 529 college savings plan. In 2008, he was inducted into the Chicago Area Entrepreneurship Hall of Fame. Al holds a JD from the University of Wisconsin Law School and a bachelor of science in history from the University of Wisconsin, La Crosse. His professional licenses include FINRA Series 3, 6, 7, 24, 26, 27, 55 and 63.

Brett J. Hart

Senior Vice President and General Counsel United Continental Holdings, Inc. Brett J. Hart is senior vice president, general counsel, and secretary for United, the world’s leading airline. In this role, Brett is responsible for managing the company’s legal affairs worldwide, reporting directly to President and CEO Jeff Smisek. Prior to joining United in 2010, Brett was executive vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary at Sara Lee Corporation, where he directed global legal operations for the corporation. After joining Sara Lee in 2004 as assistant general counsel, Brett held positions of increasing responsibility including deputy general counsel and global compliance officer. During his time with Sara Lee, in addition to domestic legal operations, he managed functions including global environmental, sustainability, internal audit, government affairs, and legal operations in Europe, Asia, Australia, and South America. Prior to Sara Lee, Brett was a partner at Sonnenschein, Nath & Rosenthal (now SNR Denton) in Chicago. Before that, he served as special assistant to the general counsel at the U.S. Department of Treasury in Washington, D.C. Mr. Hart received his bachelor of arts degree in philosophy and English from the University of Michigan and a juris doctorate degree from the University of Chicago Law School. He serves on the boards of Shedd Aquarium and Children’s Memorial Hospital. – 107 –

Conference Speakers Marsha Jones

Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer PNC Financial Services Group Marsha Ellis Jones is the senior vice president and chief diversity officer of PNC Financial Services Group. In this role, she leads the development and implementation of strategies and programs that help further build and sustain a talented, diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Ms. Jones joined PNC after a distinguished career of more than 25 years at Merrill Lynch. The sales management executive positions that she has held have each marked a milestone for African-American women in the financial services industry. She is the recipient of numerous awards and citations for her professional achievement. Most notably among these is the Harlem YMCA Black Achievers in Industry Award, the Trailblazer for Women Award from the Dress for Success Foundation and the Women of Humility Award from Point Park University. Jones has been recognized by the New Pittsburgh Courier as one of 50 Women of Excellence and named one of the 25 Influential Black Women in Business by the Network Journal. She sits on the Advisory Board to the Greater Pittsburgh YWCA and is a member of the Executive Committee of the Greater Pittsburgh American Heart Association. Ms. Jones holds a bachelor of arts from Lehman College and a master of arts from Columbia University.

Dolores A. Kunda Founder and CEO Lapiz

Dolores Kunda is the founder and CEO of Lápiz (“pencil” in Spanish), the Hispanic division of Chicago-based Leo Burnett USA. Born in 1999, Lápiz was one of the first advertising firms to concentrate on Hispanic marketing. In 2010, Lápiz was named the most creative Hispanic agency in the country by trade publications. Dolores’s clients include Allstate, Bush Brothers, General Motors, Procter & Gamble and other Fortune 500 companies. Concurrent with Lápiz, Dolores heads Leo Burnett’s Puerto Rico office, a company with a 53-year history on the island. She supports the advertising community through her work with the American Advertising Federation (AAF), where she is a member of the multicultural Mosaic Committee. She was a founding board member of the Association of Hispanic Advertising Agencies (AHAA) and was the head of that group’s Research Committee. Ms. Kunda’s corporate board work includes fine china manufacturer Lenox Group Inc. (2006-2009) and currently, athletic retailer Finish Line (NASDAQ: FINL), where she serves on the Compensation and Nominating/Governance committees. Among her accolades: Named a Crain’s Chicago Business “25 Women to Watch” (2007); awarded Advertising “Woman of the Year” by the Chicago Ad Federation (2007); recognized by Hispanic Business Magazine as one of “80 Elite Hispanic Women”; named A Business Leader of Color by Chicago United (2009); and recognized by the YWCA as the 2011 Outstanding Leader in Communications. Ms. Kunda received a BA in English from Smith College and an MBA in marketing from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management. – 108 –

Conference Speakers Terry Mazany

President and CEO Chicago Community Trust Terry Mazany is president and CEO of one of the nation’s largest community foundations with assets of more than $1.5 billion and grant making exceeding $100 million that annually benefits more than two thousand nonprofit organizations in metropolitan Chicago. He was selected as the fifth executive in The Chicago Community Trust’s ninety-six year history in 2004. Mr. Mazany recently concluded his tenure as the interim chief executive officer of Chicago Public Schools, a district of more than 400,000 students and over 650 schools with a budget of $6 billion. He was appointed to this position in November of 2010 by Chicago’s Mayor Richard M. Daley. In response to the economic recession and an invitation from Mayor Daley of Chicago. He is a member of the board of directors of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and the Council on Foundations. He served as past chair of its Community Foundation Leadership Team representing the nation’s 700 community foundations, and a member of the Diversity in Philanthropy Project. He is civically active on the boards of several area nonprofit organizations. Mr. Mazany earned master’s degrees in anthropology and business administration at the University of Arizona. He has also been awarded honorary doctorate degrees from DePaul University and Lewis University.

Anne R. Pramaggiore

President and Chief Operating Officer ComEd Anne Pramaggiore is the president and chief operating officer of Com Ed. She is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the company, which delivers electric service to customers throughout northern Illinois. ComEd is a unit of Chicago-based Exelon Corporation, and delivers electricity to approximately 3.8 million residential and business customers across northern Illinois, or 70 percent of the state’s population. Trained as a lawyer, Ms. Pramaggiore joined ComEd’s legal team in 1998, recognizing the opportunity to make an impact in what was essentially the last regulated industry to undergo restructuring. She then received a promotion into ComEd’s regulatory area, where she ultimately became responsible for directing the company’s successful transition into an open and competitive electricity market. Prior to her current position, Ms. Pramaggiore served as executive vice president of Customer Operations, Regulatory, and External Affairs. She was promoted to her current position in May 2009. She is the first female to hold the post of president and the highest-ranking woman at the electric utility. She serves as a member of Babcock & Wilcox Company Board of Directors and also the Boards of DePaul University, the Chicago Botanic Garden, After School Matters, the Executives’ Club of Chicago, the Chicago Urban League, and the Lincoln Park Zoo. She also is a member of The Chicago Network, an organization of diverse female professionals in Chicagoland dedicated to the advancement of women. She is a 1989 graduate of DePaul University School of Law and served as editor-in-chief of the school’s Law Review. She has a bachelor’s degree in communications and theater from Miami University, Oxford, Ohio.

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Conference Speakers Hosea Sanders

Co-Anchor ABC 7 Morning News Hosea Sanders is the co-anchor of ABC 7 News This Morning at 5 a.m., 5:30 a.m. and 6 a.m., alongside Judy Hsu. He also reports for ABC 7’s daily newscasts and hosts special programs such as the award-winning weekly high school quiz show “Know Your Heritage.”He joined ABC 7 in August 1994. Previously, Mr. Sanders worked at KCBS-TV in Los Angeles where he reported and anchored the weekend news (1986-94). While in Los Angeles, he also hosted several weekly talk shows: “Two The Point,” “Newsmakers,” and “At Issue.” Earlier in his career, he was a weekend anchor and reporter at KDFW-TV in Dallas, Texas (1981-86). He gained his first broadcasting experience at KARK-TV in Little Rock, Ark. (1980-81), and has won six Emmy Awards, gaining honors for live coverage, spot news, entertainment reporting, news writing, and overall news achievement. Mr. Sanders is a nationally sought-after motivational speaker who is dedicated to mentoring and helping young people. He is active in the Alpha Phi Alpha Big Brothers program, the Chicago Public Schools Mentoring Program, and the NAACP Mentoring Program. In addition, Sanders serves on the board of the Open Book Literacy Program and has volunteered with the Chicago Urban League, The United Way and Operation PUSH. He is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists, the Chicago Association of Black Journalists, and the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. A former state champion sprinter, Mr. Sanders graduated from Henderson State University in Arkansas, where he received his BA degree in communications and journalism in 1978.

Mabel C. Tung

Senior Vice President, Corporate & Institutional Services Northern Trust-Chicago Mabel C. Tung is a senior vice president in the Corporate & Institutional Services business unit at The Northern Trust Company, Chicago. She is the client executive and practice executive for the Northern Trust’s largest Asian sovereign wealth fund clients, and is responsible for strategic relationship development, client satisfaction and client profitability. Ms. Tung has successfully developed and implemented a sustainable 24x7 client servicing model to service this group of world-renowned sovereign wealth fund clients leveraging the expertise and commitment of the global team. Since she joined C&IS in 1995, assets under custody of her portfolio has grown by over 200 times with corresponding revenue growth and profit margins of over 35%. Prior to her current position in C&IS, she was the senior relationship manager and manager of account managers servicing global custody accounts in the International, Global Fund Services and Insurance segments Ms. Tung is a member of the Business Leadership Council and the APAC Leadership Team. She is also a member of the Advisory Council of Women in Leadership, and a Senior Advisor for the Asian Leadership Council, two of the bank’s Business Resource Councils. Mabel has been awarded the Chairman’s Diversity Individual Award, the Chairman’s Diversity Team Award, and the Chairman’s Quality Team Award in past years. – 110 –

2011 Bridge Awards Dinner

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2011 Chicago United Bridge Awards Dinner

Host Ravi Baichwal Weekend Anchor and Reporter ABC7 News

Chicago United Leadership Gloria Castillo President Chicago United

Cook County Toni Preckwinkle Board President

Invocation Rev. Dr. Stacey Edwards-Dunn Executive Minister Trinity United Church of Christ

Dinner Music Chicago Sinfonietta

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2011 Chicago United Bridge Awards Dinner

State of Illinois Pat Quinn Governor

Chicago United Chairman of the Board Joseph Gregoire Regional President – Illinois Banking, PNC Bank

Presentation of 2011 the Business Leaders of Color

Presentation of 2011 Chicago Bridge Award

2011 Chicago Bridge Award Recipient Patricia Hemingway Hall President and Chief Executive Officer Health Care Service Corporation

Adjournment

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2011 Business Leaders of Color

Robert Aguilar

Brett J. Hart

Arabel Alva Rosales

Ahmad Islam

Terrell D. Anderson

Nicole Johnson-Scales

David Arenas

Aylwin B. Lewis

Jeanna D. Bridges

Deborah Liverett

Kevin B. Brookins

Eddie P. Lou

Julia M. Brown

Wilfred J. Lucas

Rebecca S. Busch

Maribel Mata Benedict

Gwendolyn L. Butler

Anthony R. McCain

Calvin G. Butler, Jr.

Henry J. Munez

Carlos F. Cata

Luis Nuñez

Jorge V. Cazares

Gerald L. Pauling II

Gary Chan

Cheryl Pearson-McNeil

Hugo Chaviano

Jeffery S. Perry

Sona Chawla

Kitty Pon

Michael Chin

Cheryl B. Richardson

Nim Chinniah

Lac V. Tran

Eric L. Conley

Mabel C. Tung

Jeanna M. Cullins

Monica L. Walker

Richard Gamble

Kimberly Waller

Michelle J. Gaskill

Norma J. Williams

Graham C. Grady

Theodore I. Yi

Maria C. Green

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2011 Business Leaders of Color

The Business Leaders of Color publication was conceived through fierce discussion that has become a trademark of Chicago United. In 2001, Chicago United launched The Corporate Diversity Profile Survey. The study, which occurs on a biennial basis, is the first national survey of its kind to measure racial diversity specifically in leadership ranks, on corporate boards and in executive level management of large corporations. It serves as a benchmark for corporations to measure their progress in this area. When examined from a leadership perspective, the study continually finds corporations visibly lacking in racial diversity in corporate governance and senior management. After the first study was conducted, Chicago United viewed the results as an opportunity to understand resistance to greater board diversity. The debate uncovered a widespread call for the need to identify diverse talent for the Fortune 100, 500, and 1000.In response, Chicago Unitedâ€™s leadership took action to create a highly visible publication that demonstrates the level of diverse talent available in Chicago and the Business Leaders of Color publication was born. We see the Business Leaders of Color publication used often as a resource for those seeking to increase inclusion of diverse candidates in their boardrooms and business networks. Board chairmen, nominating committees, chief executives, and executive search firms will find exceptional individuals who currently serve, or are ready to contribute, as board directors. The biennial Business Leaders of Color publication profiles accomplished business leaders from the Chicago business landscape. These innovative, global thinkers are ready to provide shareholder value in a changing world and inspire others as they ascend to leadership. The Chicago United Business Leaders of Color typically demonstrate similar traits that have contributed to their success including integrity, unwavering commitment to delighting customers, a drive to improve their organizations, genuine concern for their communities, and a global perspective and experience. We believe that a chief executive or chair of a board nominating committee will be inspired by the successful outcomes delivered by these men and women who embrace well-considered risks as opportunities. In an ever-changing global economy, companies must be open to new approaches to solving problems and expanding markets. These Business Leaders of Color exhibit the innovation required to do that, and they lead their teams to do so as well. It is with great pride that we present a sterling collection of men and women who have the business acumen and the breadth and depth of experience to contribute to the global competitiveness of corporations. Through their identification, Chicago United aims to accelerate the rate of change of diverse representation in corporate governance.

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Partners in the Arts

The Chicago Sinfonietta enters its 25th season with a proud history of having enriched the cultural, educational, and social quality of life in Chicago, while gaining significant recognition on the national and international stage. Founded in 1987 by pioneering African-American conductor Paul Freeman, the orchestra is committed to promoting diversity and inclusiveness in classical music while performing some of the most innovative concerts to be found anywhere in the field. The Sinfonietta performs at Chicago’s Symphony Center, Wentz Concert Hall in Naperville, the Harris Theater, Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park, and serves as the official orchestra of The Joffrey Ballet. The Chicago Sinfonietta is excited to introduce Maestro Mei-Ann Chen beginning with the 2011-2012 Season as Maestro Freeman’s successor. Maestro Chen is also the music director of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and performs as a guest conductor with leading orchestras worldwide. Chicago Sinfonietta musicians truly represent the city’s rich cultural landscape and continue to fulfill the orchestra’s mission of Musical Excellence through Diversity™. A recent survey of major orchestras revealed that the Chicago Sinfonietta is the most diverse professional orchestra in the United States. Through this distinction, the Chicago Sinfonietta serves as a national model for inclusiveness in classical music. The Sinfonietta is committed to education and provides three programs that serve elementary school-age students through college graduates. Over 2,000 Chicago Public School students are served by the organization’s Audience Matters and SEED programs. In 2008, the Sinfonietta began its groundbreaking fellowship program, Project Inclusion, which provides professional development for young minority musicians. A number of the musicians performing tonight are Project Inclusion musicians. Free Project Inclusion Ensemble performances are available for community events by calling 312-284-1553. The Chicago Sinfonietta has produced fourteen compact discs, including the groundbreaking three-disc African Heritage Symphonic Series released on Cedille Records. The orchestra has embarked on six European tours, and has performed twice at the John F. Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. In August of 2011, the Chicago Sinfonietta performed for over 7,500 people at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park to introduce Maestro Chen to the people of Chicago. On January 16, the Sinfonietta will present its sixth annual Arts & Diversity Reception prior to its annual Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. concert. For more information about the reception and concert please contact the Sinfonietta at 312-236-3681 ext. 2 or visit our website at www.chicagosinfonietta.org. – 116 –

Bridge Award Introduction

2 01 1 C H I CAG O U N ITED B R I DG E AWAR D The Bridge Award represents the first national award that honors CEOs who are advocates for multiracial diversity in corporate governance. In keeping with the spirit of our advocacy in support of the development of multiracial participation at all levels in business, this award brings visibility to those who have driven change and have inspired others to follow. Chicago United (CU) established the Bridge Awards during its inaugural Changing Color of Leadership Conference in November of 2004. The award celebrates the accomplishments of chief executive officers of publicly held corporations who have inspired and supported diversity on their board of directors. The award also recognizes their corporationâ€™s commitment to diversity in senior level management and business partnerships among diverse firms. After conducting a rigorous examination of publicly available company data, CU reviewed companies with diverse boards of directors based on a specific threshold of diverse board member participation. The Bridge Award serves to honor the exemplary practices of a Fortune 500 corporation for supporting the development of a vibrant and richly diverse business community. Each company was evaluated on quantitative and qualitative data by an internal and external committee. The committees consisted of corporate and nonprofit executives, entrepreneurs and academicians, and were selected based on their neutrality and experience. The committees were provided with rating/ranking criteria and a cumulative point system for the award selection process. We applaud the Bridge Award recipients for being true champions for diversity in governance, management, and business partnerships. Their leadership, vision, and commitment will continue to foster innovative approaches to achieving diversity in corporate governance throughout the business community.

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From a strategic perspective, diversity among our employees and board of directors is a major priority for HCSC. To help as many people as possible find quality, affordable health care we must reach out to a more diverse population than ever before. That requires insights and strategies that can come only from a board and workforce that is equally diverse.” Patricia Hemingway Hall

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2011 Chicago United Bridge Award Recipient Patricia Hemingway Hall

President and Chief Executive Officer Health Care Service Corporation Patricia Hemingway Hall is president and chief executive officer of Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC), the nation’s largest non-investor-owned health insurer and fourth largest overall. HCSC operates the Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans in Illinois, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas; serves more than 13 million members; and has more than 16,000 employees. HCSC also operates Dearborn National, which includes Fort Dearborn Life Insurance Company, Fort Dearborn Life Insurance Company of New York, Colorado Bankers Life Insurance Company and Dental Network of America. Ms. Hemingway Hall has received a number of recognitions for her leadership in the health care industry, including being named one of the “100 Most Influential People in Healthcare” in 2011 by Modern Healthcare magazine, the YWCA’s 2011 “Outstanding Leader in Business,” one of the “Seven People to Watch” in 2011 by the Chicago Tribune, one of the “Women to Watch” in 2011 by Crain’s Chicago Business and one of the “100 Most Powerful People in Healthcare.” Ms. Hemingway Hall began her career as an ICU nurse, which significantly shaped the way she views how the health care system should work — that it should provide appropriate care in a financially sound manner that enables continued innovation and improvement. Taking the lessons learned firsthand in working with patients, she applied them in subsequent leadership roles in utilization and care management, human resources, and as chief operating officer and then president of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, where she was responsible for sales and marketing for all customer segments, product development, medical policy, disease management, network development, acquisitions, and government and legislative relations. HCSC has a long legacy of recognizing the value of diversity and inclusion. HCSC’s commitment is visible at every level of the business. Ms. Hemingway Hall continues to maintain an inclusive and culturally competent workforce, leverage the diverse skills and worldviews of all employees, and ensure that diversity is integrated into corporate strategies to provide affordable and accessible health care solutions. The health care industry is arguably being impacted more than other industries by demographic shifts and legislation to address the disparities in health care in ethnically diverse communities. Addressing these issues requires the engagement of a diverse group of stakeholders to be responsive to the marketplace and achieve sustainable growth. Looking toward the future of health care, Ms. Hemingway Hall has focused the company’s efforts on leveraging technology and developing an IT infrastructure that will be able to deliver unparalleled health data for consumers, employers, and health care providers, with the goal of transparency, ease, and efficiency, so that members’ health care can be optimized and unnecessary spending minimized. Ms. Hemingway Hall received a master’s degree in public health, health planning, and administration from the University of Michigan and a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Michigan State University. – 119 –

About Chicago United SIGNATURE PROGRAMS AND PRODUCTS FIVE FORWARD | Invigorating the Local Economy Five Forward is a strategic initiative that enlists the commitment of CEOs of mid- to large-sized corporations in the Chicago metropolitan area to establish or expand business relationships with five current and/or new local minority firms. The initiative is designed to build a stronger regional economy and minority businesses of scale. The cornerstone of the Initiative is the premise that corporate spending with Chicago area MBEs generates economic output and jobs within the region. In addition to the direct impacts, this spending leads to successive rounds of spending by businesses, proprietors, and employees. Chicago United and the Center for Urban Economic Development of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) prepared a report on the economic impact of corporate spending with local MBEs, and that report formed the basis of The Five Forward Initiative™. The 2007 report indicated that approximately $228 million in spending by 14 surveyed corporations led to a total estimated impact of roughly $425 million. The indirect and induced impacts associated with this direct spending reflected economic activity generated as direct spending circulated within the regional economy. Because MBEs are more likely to hire people of color, as well as contract with other MBEs, it is generally understood that spending with MBEs – and the associated “multiplier effects” – disproportionately benefit minority communities, as compared to spending with majority-owned firms. Additionally, total regional employment associated with this spending led to approximately 4,000 jobs. The multiplier effect and the job creation are the significant results of the plan prescribed by The Initiative. The Five Forward Initiative™ gathers empirical data to measure the impact on the regional economy when spending by committed corporations with local MBEs is increased. The recent data reveal very positive signs of progress. In the fourth quarter of 2010, Five Forward committed companies reported an increase of 30% over the 2009 fourth quarter spend figure. In 2012, Chicago United plans an updated economic impact analysis based on data collected from the companies participating in Five Forward. Empirical and anecdotal evidence indicates that corporate spending with local MBEs is creating jobs and, thereby, expanding the local tax base. Five Forward Committed Companies Advocate Health Care Aon Corporation Aramark Healthcare Ariel Investments Baxter International BP America, Inc. City Colleges of Chicago ComEd/Exelon Ernst & Young General Electric Harris Bank Health Care Service Corporation Jewel-Osco Kraft Foods

Loop Capital Markets Macy’s McDonalds Corporation Mesirow Financial Microsoft Northern Trust Corporation Northstar Lottery OfficeMax Rush Medical Center SDI (System Development Integration) The Nielsen Company The University of Chicago Medical Center University Health System Consortium/ Novation – 121 –

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Five Forward Participating MBE Companies

(10 company names not included due to confidentiality restrictions)

9008 Group Inc. dba/Act Group Acosta and Associates Inc. Aquent Beaman Inc. Blackwell Consulting Bonaparte Corporation BPS Staffing, Inc. Bridgeforth Wolf and Associates Cabrera Capital Markets, LLC Cano Container Catalyst Consulting Group Centrax Corporation Chicago Defender Clarity Partners Columbia Tool and Gage Company Community Interface Inc. Computer Resource Solutions Construction CAD Solutions Inc. Creative Printing CS Insurance Strategies CSMI Dot Ward Photography Inc. EKI Ekla Encore Paper Environmental Design International Inc. Environmental System Design Inc. Fina Interactive Inc. Food for Thought Catering Professionals LTD Foster Electric/The Foster Group Gim Electric Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan Greene and Lettes Guy Brown Products Insurers Review Services Inc. Holland Capital Markets La Costa Facility Solutions Lambent Risk Management Loop Capital Markets LSL Industrial Inc. Magnetic Office Products

Mays Chemical Company Medical Business Systems Melvin & Company Montenegro Paper Mundo Electrical Corp. Nak-Man Corporation N’DIGO Nexus Pharmaceutical Omar Inc. Pace Systems Inc/Microcity Peralta Garcia Solutions Pinto Construction Popcorn and More Inc. Primera Engineers Pugh, Jones, Johnson & Quandt Reggio’s Pizza Inc. Reyes Group Risk & Insurance Management Services dba/Eagle One CMS Riteway-Huggins Construction Services Inc. Rolei Financial Service RT Beverage Salus Sanchez Daniels & Hoffman LLP Seaway National Bank Smokin’ Joe Products Software House International Sunrise Technology Sutton Ford Inc. Synch-Solutions System Development Integration (SDI) Systems Unlimited The Better Benefits Family Group Inc. The Comfort Cake Company Trice Construction US Messenger and Logistic Inc. Vernon Williams Architects Viva USA Inc. Washington Pittman & McKeever, LLC Wedgeworth Business Communications Williams Capital Group, LP – 122 –

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CORPORATE DIVERSITY PROFILE | Benchmarking Progress If we are to effectively address the vexing issues at the intersection of race and business, as Chicago United has sought to do for more than 40 years, then we must look analytically at the truth and do so without fear of trial or judgment. Chicago United’s nationally-recognized Corporate Diversity Profile (CDP) is a biennial survey that measures racial diversity specifically in the leadership ranks of large corporations, on corporate boards, and in executive level management. It is a benchmark for corporations to measure their progress in this area. Large corporations have grown increasingly successful at diversity and inclusion within their employment ranks. Yet, the study consistently highlights the need to expand the pool of minorities available for senior leadership positions which begins by growing diverse talent in the leadership pipeline and inspires the next generation. The primary research that forms the CDP makes it a valuable tool for large and small enterprises, policy makers, academicians and all advocates for greater diversity and inclusion.

DIVERSITY OFFICER ROUNDTABLES | Inspiring Inclusion The Diversity Officer Roundtables are designed to bring diversity practitioners from Chicago’s corporations together to share best practices in diversity and inclusion strategy and implementation. Diversity Officer Roundtables were developed to connect the practitioners of the Corporate Diversity Profile with the goal of growing diverse talent in the leadership pipeline, expanding the pool of minorities available for leadership positions, and ultimately increasing diversity in boardrooms and executive level management.

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BUSINESS LEADERS OF COLOR | Identifying Talent The biennial Business Leaders of Color publications feature viable candidates for Fortune 1000 companies’ boards of directors. The Business Leaders of Color typically demonstrate similar traits that have contributed to their success including integrity, unwavering commitment to delighting customers, a drive to improve their organizations, a track record of balanced decision making, a range of experiences that reflect flexibility and an ability to transcend narrow experiences, a respect for diverse points of view and varied ways to approach issues and topics, genuine concern for their communities, and a global perspective and experience. These innovative, global thinkers are ready to provide shareholder value in a changing world and inspire others as they ascend to leadership. They themselves represent the kind of talent that companies seek, and they actively recruit and groom other accomplished executives as an integral part of their professional mission. They speak about valuing and developing people and relationships as top priorities. While achieving personal success, each has contributed to the cultural, civic, and educational life of the Chicago region. The Business Leaders of Color publication was conceived through fierce discussion that has become a trademark of Chicago United. The Corporate Diversity Profile Survey, which occurs on a biennial basis alternating the BLC, measures racial diversity specifically in leadership ranks, on corporate boards and in executive level management of large corporations. When examined from a leadership perspective, the study continually finds corporations visibly lacking in racial diversity in corporate governance and senior management. After the first study was conducted, Chicago United viewed the results as an opportunity to understand resistance to greater board diversity. The debate uncovered a widespread call for the need to identify diverse talent for the Fortune 100, 500, and 1000. In response, Chicago United’s leadership took action to create a highly visible publication that demonstrates the level of diverse talent available in Chicago and the Business Leaders of Color publication was born. The Business Leaders of Color publications provide a talent showcase of individuals eminently qualified to serve our nation’s corporations. Through their identification, Chicago United aims to accelerate the rate of change of diverse representation in corporate governance.

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE: AN EXECUTIVE DEVELOPENT PROGRAM | Driving Change The Corporate Governance Executive Development Program is a unique opportunity for Business Leaders of Color who seek to position themselves as attractive candidates for board director roles with for-profit entities. As a result of the extensive and thoughtful collaboration between Chicago United and Notre Dame Executive Education, participants will develop working knowledge of corporate board governance, structures, and challenges in today’s evolving marketplace as well as create and begin implementing an individual strategic plan to attract corporate board invitations. Some of the unique aspects that the Corporate Governance: An Executive Development Program addresses are the culturally sensitive issues multiracial board directors may face. Does being a person of color on a corporate board carry unique responsibilities and how does a director incorporate a sense of responsibility to his or her community into board duties? 2011 guest executives included: Andy McKenna, Sheila Penrose, Lou Nieto, Dick Notabaert, and Carolyn Woo for the first of the two-session program.

BOARDLINK | Linking Corporate and Civic Leaders BoardLink provides the business community a unique leadership development tool that allows emerging leaders of color access to opportunities to develop skills that will expand their managerial experience and build business networks. BoardLink also enables leading non-profit organizations to more easily engage Chicago’s leaders of color in places where they can impact the organization’s mission. BoardLink is an electronic referral source where leaders of color looking for board opportunities can post their availability, and non-profit organizations in search of racially/ethnically diverse board members can post their openings. Both groups have access to search listings, share information, and make a connection. There is currently no similar referral source available to the city’s non-profit sector. There are currently 81 active candidate postings showing in BoardLink and there have been 207 nonprofit board requests for connection in 2011 as of the printing of the program book.

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BOARDLINK NONPROFIT BOARD GOVERNANCE TRAINING | Driving Change Board members are a critical asset for all nonprofit organizations. Their leadership is essential to the success of the organization in many ways. This executive education session helps executives participating in Chicago United’s BoardLink tool understand the key responsibilities of nonprofit board members including their legal, fiduciary and fundraising obligations. Through lecture, short cases, and exercises, the Kellogg School faculty will provide the participants with an overview of the key trends in nonprofit board governance and fundraising; best practices from successfully governed nonprofits; an understanding of challenges that organizations are facing in this current economic situation; and the opportunity to think creatively about how to help the organization raise funds and market its mission to external audiences. BoardLink nonprofit governance training prepares emerging leaders of color for professional development through community service.

Congratulations to the BoardLink 2011 Nonprofit Director Training Participants: Haris Ahmed Althea Alviar Lee Nilton Aquino Juan Avila Derek Beckmann Anthony Bennett Julian Brown Derrick Buckingham Rebecca Busch Valerie Butler-Newbern Michael Cabrera Haydee Caldero Elsa Camargo Olga Camargo Lino Carrillo Dorian Carter Jorge Cazares Eddie Clopton Raquel Cosio Omar Diaz

Sandra Enimil Marilyn Fitzgerald Stephanie Gaines Yvette Garcia Priyanka Goel Greg Gonzalez Mark Green Nicolás Guzmán Natalie Hall Vida Hotchkiss Latia Howard Lou Ann Johnson Kisha Johnson-Smith Eric Keene Valerie King Sandy Li Gustavo Lira Dana London Stephanie Martinez Maria Mata Benedict

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Donna McFarlane Desmond McFarlane Angélica Mendoza Yvon Milano Anna Moseley Daryl Newell Edilberto Ortiz Yan Pan Marquis Parker Raphael Ramos Lauren Robinson Krupa Shah Warren Smith Adrian Soto Rahsaan Thompson Terri Tibbs Marta Vasel Nokihomis Willis Royce Willis Jeffrey Wright

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CHANGING COLOR OF LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE | Supporting Change Chicago United is committed to creating an environment where senior leaders can share common experiences to promote multi-racial leadership in governance, management, and business partnerships while delivering best practices for diversity practitioners and building relationships among leaders that share common values. The Changing Color of Leadership Conference has become the “go-to” forum for business leaders, diversity professionals, and minority business owners throughout the Chicago region to discuss strategies that energize corporate leaders and create organizational change. Chicago United is the premier advocacy organization where Chicago’s leaders convene to discuss methods that allow individuals of color to break through barriers to reach their full potential. CHICAGO UNITED BRIDGE AWARDS | Recognizing Champions The Bridge Award represents the first national award that celebrates the accomplishments of chief executive officers of publicly held corporations who have inspired and supported diversity on their board of directors. The awards also recognize their corporation’s commitment to diversity in senior level management and business partnerships among diverse firms. The Bridge Award recipients are true champions for diversity in governance, management, and business partnerships. Their leadership, vision, and commitment will continue to foster innovative approaches to achieving diversity in corporate governance throughout the business community. This award brings visibility to those who have driven change and inspires others to follow in Chicago and throughout the nation. ABOUT CHICAGO UNITED Chicago United promotes multiracial leadership in business to advance parity in economic opportunity. Chicago United supports the business community’s need to maximize the use of corporate and entrepreneurial talent and brings together diverse senior business leaders to break through barriers to realize the benefits of diversity and inclusion. Chicago United is the premiere organization creating an environment where racially diverse CEOs and executive level management can share common experiences to promote multiracial leadership in governance, management, and business partnerships while delivering best practices for diversity practitioners and building relationships among leaders who share common values.

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The work of Chicago United is made possible by the support of our members: Abbott

Financial Executives International

Prado & Renteria CPAs Prof. Corp.

Access Community Health Network

Gladys R. Wilson & Associates P.C.

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

Advocate Health Care

Gonzalez, Saggio and Harlan, L.L.C.

Primera Engineers, Ltd.

Aon Corporation

Hispanic Housing Development Corporation

Pugh, Jones & Johnson, P.C.

A. Pomerantz & Co. Ariel Investments, LLC Azteca Foods, Inc. Bank of America Battle Law Office, P.C. Baxter International Inc. Beaman Incorporated Blackwell Global Consulting Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BMO Harris Bank N.A. BP America Inc. Cabrera Capital Markets, LLC Carrington & Carrington, Ltd. Central City Productions Inc. The Chicago Community Trust Chicago State University The Chicago Urban League Columbia College Chicago ComEd, An Exelon Company Crain’s Chicago Business Creative Printing Services Endow, Inc. Environmental Design International, Inc. Ernst & Young LLP Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago

Holland Capital Management LLC The Hollins Group, Inc. Infrastructure Engineering Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP Keene Advisory Group Laner, Muchin, Dombrow, Becker, Levin and Tominberg, Ltd. LifeSource Loop Capital Macy’s McDonald’s Corporation Mesirow Financial MillerCoors Mitchell & Titus LLP MZI Group, Inc. Neal & Leroy, LLC Nicor NJW Consulting Northern Trust

Quarles & Brady LLP RGMA Rush University Medical Center Sanchez Daniels & Hoffman LLP Sara Lee Corporation SDI (System Development. Integration, LLC) Sidley Austin LLP Smith Whiley & Company Spencer Stuart Synch-Solutions Inc. UBM Facility Services, Inc. UHC (University HealthSystem Consortium) University of Chicago / University of Chicago Medical Center University of Illinois at Chicago UPS Urban Partnership Bank USG Corporation

Northstar Lottery Group LLC

Washington, Pittman & McKeever, LLC

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

Weber Shandwick WorldWide

Odell Hicks & Company

Wedgeworth Business Communications

OfficeMax Inc. PNC Bank

Wynndalco Enterprises, LLC

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