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.
Event Emcee
Tia Ewing, Anchor and Reporter of FOX 32 Chicago
Keynote Speaker
Megan Tamte, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of EVEREVE
Fashion Show Host
Érika Maldonado, Lead Anchor of Univision Chicago News
Featuring a VIP Discussion Panel moderated by Tia Ewing, Anchor and Reporter of Fox 32 Chicago, a keynote address by EVEREVE Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Megan Tamte, and a fashion show hosted by Univision’s Erika Maldonado, this 2019 event delivered insights, camaraderie and newfound confidence to women pursuing their passions.
Awards Presented to:
- Leading Lady in Law – Linda K. Myers, Partner of Kirkland & Ellis, LLP
- Leading Lady in Community – Jamila Trimuel, Founder of Ladies of Virtue
- Leading Lady in Education – Carolyn L. Jones, Principal of Perkins Bass Elementary School
- Leading Lady in Culinary – Sophie Evanoff, President of Vanille Patisserie
- Corporate Partner Award – EVEREVE
- Corporate Partner Award – Shiraleah Chicago
We wish to thank our event sponsor, Swissȏtel Chicago, whose support made this event possible. Additional sponsors for our 2019 event include Banana Republic – Michigan Avenue, Benefit Cosmetics, Blue Light ABA Consultants, Chicago Liposuction, Gap Foundation, Eloquii, Evereve, Kirkland & Ellis Matilda Jane, Pangea Real Estate, Pink Pewter, Shiraleah, Walter E. Smithe Wells Fargo, Cage + Aquarium, Citygirl Events, Chicago Eco House, Gather As You Go – by Carol Lavin Bernick, Greenstar Paperie, Inspire All Media, Marketing Queen Consulting, Marquee Events, PSAV, Rachel Bires Photography, Soda Fountain Photography, Sonya Martin Photography, Vale of Enna, Vanille Patisserie, Banana Republic, Evereve, Generation Bliss, Kristie Jorfald, Salon V, Style Room 326, and A Better Day With Julie.
