Chicago Urban League Meets Fundraising Goal
Iconic R&B Male Group Boyz II Men Performs Live with Surprise Appearance by Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds
Connie Lindsey poses with her award with Michael O’Grady President and CEO of Northern Trust and Karen Freeman-Wilson, President and CEO of the Chicago Urban League.
Iconic R&B Male Group Boyz II Men Performs Live with
Surprise Appearance by Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds
Hyatt Regency Chicago to party with a purpose while successfully raising more than $1.6 million in support of the organization’s programs. Iconic R&B group Boyz II Men took the stage, surprising the crowd with a special appearance by Grammy- award winning singer/songwriter Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds.
is a demonstrated commitment to systemic change,” she said. “Our
sponsors and their teams at Nicor and Northern Trust embody that
commitment. And each of our honorees— Brett Hart, Ben Crump and Connie Lindsey—live these principles every day.”
to attend the gala, accepted the 2021 Lester H. McKeever, Jr. Individual Service Award via pre-recorded video. Connie Lindsey, Executive Vice President and Head of Corporate Social Responsibility for Northern Trust, accepted the League’s 2021
Humanitarian Award in person with remarks that brought the crowd to their feet.
from whom she said she “learned resilience, unconditional love, steadfastness and endurance.” She added, “And I gratefully accept this award on behalf of every little Black and Brown girl who might ever hear me speak or do something. Lindsey uses her influence and experience to advocate for equitable access to opportunities
for all as a motivational speaker on topics of diversity and inclusion, corporate responsibility, leadership, and personal and professional empowerment.
Moment with the Movement.” The evening began with a Champagne
Reception hosted by Samantha Chatman from ABC 7 Chicago, comedian and actor Damon Williams served as host of the dinner program, and Maurice “Ice” Culpepper, of iHeart Media Chicago’s V103 radio station, served as DJ for the After Party. To help ensure everyone’s safety, attendees were required to submit proof of vaccination in advance, and the wearing of masks was encouraged.
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