Focusing on tomorrow’s educators, entrepreneurs, healthcare professionals, and community leaders, this annual Pre-Derby Luncheon serves to inspire women by introducing them to the work of our Leading Ladies Honorees and the latest fashion trends for professional women.
Featuring a VIP Discussion Panel moderated by Kendra Chaplin, founder of Chicago Woman Magazine, as well as a keynote address by DERMAFLASH founder Dara Levy, this 2018 event delivered insights, camaraderie and newfound confidence to women pursuing their passions.
VIP Discussion Panel:
- Moderated by Kendra Chaplin of Chicago Woman Magazine
- Diana Palomar, Vice President of Community Affairs for ABC 7 Chicago
- Lillian Lazu, Principal of Little Village Academy
- Dr. Jessica Shepherd, OB/GYN and founder of Her Viewpoint
- Katlin Smith, CEO of Simple Mills
During the Luncheon:
- Emceed by Dr. Nita Landry, Co-host of the Emmy-award winning talk show The Doctors
- Keynote Address by Dara Levy, the founder of DERMAFLASH
- Fashion show hosted by Tanja Babich, anchor of ABC 7 Chicago Eyewitness News in the Morning
Awards Presented to:
- Leading Lady in Community: Diana Palomar, Vice President of Community Affairs for ABC 7 Chicago
- Leading Lady in Education: Lillian Lazu, Principal of Little Village Academy
- Leading Lady in Health: Dr. Jessica Shepherd, OB/GYN and founder of Her Viewpoint
- Leading Lady in Business: Katlin Smith, CEO of Simple Mills
- Corporate Partner Award: Lifeway Foods
- Corporate Partner Award: Windsor’s Lift Body Center
