CHICAGO - Key Persons
Abel reports on CLA's finances, maintains the organization's financial health and performs all HR duties. He also enjoys co-producing CLA's largest fundraising event, its Annual Illumination Gala, and building relationships with member businesses. Email Abel Rodriguez
Allison is responsible for planning and delivery of key Chicago Loop Alliance events. She started her journey at CLA as the project manager for the award-winning Sundays on State event series. Email Allison Gerlach
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- Executive Director, Mindworks / University
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- Director of External Affairs, ComEd
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- Marketing and Communications Manager
Ariella manages all aspects of Chicago Loop Alliance's communications, including public relations, e-newsletters, marketing copy and more. Email Ariella Gibson
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- Managing Broker, Downtown Apartment Company / Downtown Realty Company
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- Vice President, Proven IT
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- General Manager, the Joffrey Ballet
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- Director of Pharmacy and Retail Operations, Walgreens
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- Owner, Concord Realty Advisors
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- Principal, CannonDesign
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- General Manager, StayPineapple, an Iconic Hotel, the Loop
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- Marketing and Communications Assistant
Daisy promotes compelling urban experiences for those who visit and work in the Loop. Email Daisy Ruiz
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- Principal, Gensler / Professor, Columbia College
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- Assistant Vice President - Branch Management, Wintrust Bank
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- Director of Operations, UrbanSpace
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- Resident, Chicago Loop Neighbors Association
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- Project Director, Clayco
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- Chief Operating Officer, Millennium Park Garages LLC
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- VP of Strategic Accounts, Interior Investments
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- Store Manager, Target
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- Operations Manager ( Streetplus )
Jerry is responsible for the Clean, Safe, and Social Service Outreach programs, acting on behalf of Streetplus Company, LLC, and the Chicago Loop Alliance. Email Jerry Zollicoffer
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- Business Development Manager, CenTrio
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- Managing Director, Goodman Theatre
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- Vice President and General Manager, Big Bus
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- General Manager, Hilton
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- Vice President, Stone Real Estate
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- Chief Operating Officer, Chicago Architecture Center
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- Chief Development Office, Auditorium Theatre at Roosevelt University
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- Business Partnerships Manager, Illinois Network of Charter Schools
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- Director of Development, Community Builders
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- Director of Community Engagement
Kenna is responsible for overseeing the development and management of Chicago Loop Alliance members, partners, and donors, as well as member events. Email Kenna Tunis
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- Chief Marketing & Communications Officer
Kiana leads Chicago Loop Alliance's marketing and communications team, creating strategies for promoting the Loop as a great destination for visitors, workers, and residents alike. Email Kiana DiStasi
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- Vice President, Equity Office
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- CEO, CIRCLE Foundation / Innovation High School
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- Managing Partner, DL3 Realty L.P
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- President, Metropolitan Properties of Chicago LLC
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- Store Manager, Macy's
Michael M. Edwards is the President & CEO of Chicago Loop Alliance. Since joining the organization in 2012, he has overseen CLA's historic strategic planning process. Edwards is also a founding member of the International Business District Alliance. Email Michael Edwards
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- General Manger, TheWit Hotel
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- Director of Tourism Marketing and Partnerships, the Art Institute
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- General Manager, CBRE
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- Managing Director, Fairfield Properties
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- Area Director of Sales & Marketing, the Godfrey Hotel
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- Principal & Executive Vice President, Mid - America Real Estate Group
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- General Manager, the LaSalle Chicago, an Autograph Collection
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- Market Officer, InterPark
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- Partner, Goddess and the Baker
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- Immediate past President, 212 W. Washington Condominium Association
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- Vice President of Campus Operations, School of the Art Institute