Darlene Hightower

Darlene Oliver Hightower, J.D., is President & CEO of Metropolitan Planning Council (MPC), an independent nonpartisan regional planning and policy organization. Darlene leads the organization’s strategic vision, shaping ambitious goals that will strengthen the impact...

Alex Taylor

Alex Taylor is an Executive Vice President and the Chief Human Resources Officer for Northern Trust. In this role, she is responsible for implementing an inclusive and competitive talent strategy designed to support our business...

Christine Debiase

Christine DeBiase is executive vice president, chief legal officer, general counsel and corporate secretary for The Allstate Corporation. In her role, she oversees Allstate’s law and regulation organization including corporate governance, compliance and litigation management,...

Chiara Wrocinski

Chiara Wrocinski is an accomplished leader with more than 20 years of experience in organizational and talent development. She is a recognized legal industry executive with a track record for innovation, attracting top talent, and...

Nadia Rawlinson

Nadia Rawlinson is the Co-owner & Operating Chairman of the WNBA championship-winning team Chicago Sky. In the capacity of chairman, Nadia leads the ownership group & oversees all business operations, strategy, and government relations. Additionally,...

Lauren Patnaude

Lauren Patnaude is a Partner at BDT & MSD Partners, responsible for execution of both investments and advisory engagements. BDT & MSD Partners is a merchant bank with an advisory and investment platform built to...

Carolyn Goldhaber

Carolyn B. Goldhaber President Carolyn Goldhaber is the President of Segall Bryant & Hamill, overseeing the firm’s operations and personnel decisions. She was previously the firm’s Chief Financial Officer. Prior to joining SBH, Ms. Goldhaber...

Karen DeToro

Karen DeToro was named president, worksite division of CNO Financial Group in January 2024, and is responsible for sales and operations of the company’s worksite business. She previously served as CNO’s chief actuary from September...

Beth Marrion

Beth Marrion is a Senior Managing Director and Client Account Lead for one of Accenture’s largest global clients. She is a member of Accenture’s Global Management Committee and Client Account Lead for the Americas. With...

Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Thompson

As CEO of The Cleveland Avenue Foundation for Education Group (The CAFE Group), Liz Thompson is deeply engaged in the social innovation and philanthropic communities. The CAFE Group provides financial and programmatic support to Leaders...

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