Negocios Now is the Hispanic Business Publication in Chicago with National Distribution
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NegociosNow Noviembre 2013 14 Diciembre 2008 www.negociosnow.com Chicago United recognizes McDonald's CEO and President Don Thompson Chicago United's 10th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards energize the Chicago business community in a celebration of diversity and inclusion Agencia HINA C hicago United recently honored McDonald's CEO and President Don Thompson at its annual Bridge Awards Dinner at the Hilton Chicago. The organization, which advocates for multiracial leadership in business, also introduced its 45 Business Leaders of Color, men and women identified as strong candidates for board directorships at Fortune 1,000 companies. Nearly 1,200 attendees packed the Hilton's ballroom to recognize these outstanding business leaders and acknowledge Chicago United's 45th anniversary. ABC7 anchor Ravi Baichwal acted as host, while Gov. Pat Quinn and Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle offered congratulatory remarks. Anne R. Pramaggiore, president and CEO of ComEd, an Exelon Company, was presented with an award for ComEd's decades-long commitment to Chicago United. ComEd was the presenting sponsor of this year's Changing Color of Leadership Conference. The dinner gala followed the 10th annual Chicago United Changing Color of Leadership Conference which kicked-off with the Diversity Leadership Luncheon, featuring members of the 2013 Business Leaders of Color engaging in a lively discussion on intentional inclusion. "This year's Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner were thought-provoking and truly dynamic," said Chicago United President and CEO Gloria Castillo. "It was an honor to gather with Chicago United members and supporters who collectively share a vision for greater inclusion and diversity in the business community," she added. Conference attendees were immersed in "CID" Talks -- that is, culture, inclusion and diversity. A diverse group of 12 transformational leaders from the boardroom to the C-suite presented refreshing and innovative ideas to inspire attendees to create their own "big ideas" for culture change, inclusion, and diversity in their companies. Foto Courtesy From the left. Gordon Werkema, Vice Chairman of Chicago United and First Vice President and COO, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago; Patricia Hemingway Hall, Chairwoman of Chicago United, and President and CEO of Health Care Service Corporation ;Don Thompson,Chicago United 2013 Bridge Award honoree, President and CEO of McDonald's Corp.; Anne R. Pramaggiore, President of ComEd, an Exelon Company; Ravi Baichwal, anchor, ABC7 Eyewitness News and; Gloria Castillo, President and CEO of Chicago United. Sergio Chapa Leader in Industrial and Commercial Real Estate Sergio Chapa has been assisting companies in locating the optimal property for their business operations for over 10 years. As Vice President for Lee & Associates, he leverages the services his company offers to help clients find the prime location at the right time. LOCAL EXPERTISE. NATIONAL REACH. WORLD CLASS Lee & Associates is the 4th largest real estate commercial brokerage firm in the U.S. and offers services which include brokerage and transaction management. Sergio helps clients, both large and small, navigate the complexities of manufacturing plants, warehousing and distribution facilities. "Whether you need help buying, selling, or leasing, you'll benefit from our careful approach. Before offering any recommendations, we take the time to learn about your business goals to ensure that our strategies are in sync with your objectives. Then we use our knowledge and experience to support your goals," which has proven to be a successful philosophy for Sergio. Sergio truly enjoys and takes great pride when working with Hispanic companies to find the ideal fit for their facility in Illinois, Wisconsin or across the country. He is one of the very few bilingual commercial real estate brokers in the area and will speak Spanish to accommodate his clients and make them more comfortable throughout the real estate process. Sergio recognizes the unique needs of businesses and conducts acquisitions of land or industrial properties, applying his professionalism and extensive experience in brokering deals. Sergio has been actively involved in real estate transactions valued in excess of $50 million. Sergio has recently represented Nopalina USA in the purchase of a warehouse building in Waukegan, IL and represented International Furniture Direct, LLC a Mexican owned furniture distributor lease a facility in Elk Grove, IL. Nota: Sergio Chapa es oriundo de Agualeguas, Nuevo Leon, México y ha tomado un papel activo en el liderazgo de la junta de directores del Association of Industrial Real Estate Brokers (AIRE). Tiene Licencia de Broker en los estados de Illinois y Wisconsin y es miembro activo de varias Cámaras de Comercio de la comunidad Hispana. Our clients enjoy a comprehensive range of commercial real estate services including: • Industrial Property Sales and Leasing • Property Acquisition and Disposition • Build –to-Suits • Tenant Representation and Relocation • Real Estate Investments Consulting • Market Research Recommendation • Property and Portfolio Evaluation • Current Lease Analysis Sergio Chapa | Vice President Lee & Associates® of Illinois, LLC 9450 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 550 Rosemont, IL 60018 (847) 980-7244