FOCUS FUELS PROGRESS
The Civic Committee works with business leaders, public officials, and other civic organizations on game-changing initiatives to promote the social and economic well-being of our region.
Commercial Club and Civic Committee Announce New Leaders
Jennifer Scanlon, UL President and CEO, to Chair Commercial Club
Scott Santi, ITW Chairman and CEO and Chair Commercial Club, to Chair Civic Committee
Long-term Chair Rick Waddell, Retired Northern Trust Chairman and CEO, Transitions
WE ARE COMMITTED TO MAKING OUR REGION A BETTER PLACE FOR EVERYONE TO LIVE, WORK, AND DO BUSINESS.
Through our key focus areas and the work of our affiliated organizations we address the most pressing issues facing the Chicago Region
Education
We pursue projects that will improve the educational system for all who live here.
State Finance
Developing and advocating for policies and practices that will restore the State of Illinois to fiscal stability.
Technology
Developing and driving initiatives that promote technological innovation in the Chicago region.
Transportation and Infrastructure
Through these efforts we work to solidify and enhance Chicago’s position as a global transportation hub.
OUR LEADERSHIP
Our leaders are committed to solving the key issues facing the region.
E. Scott Santi, Chair
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer,
ITW
Jennifer F. Scanlon, Vice Chair
President and Chief Executive Officer,
UL
Kelly R. Welsh, President
Civic Committee of the Commercial Club of Chicago
AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS
Civic Consulting Alliance
Kids First Chicago
P33
CHICAGO IS ONE OF THE WORLD’S GREAT CITIES, WITH AN ENERGY UNIQUELY ITS OWN. THE CIVIC COMMITTEE LIVES AT THE CENTER OF THAT ENERGY.
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