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Chicago Business Hall of Fame

The 2010 Chicago Business Hall of Fame will be held on October 12th at the Chicago History Museum.  The Junior Achievement Board of Directors established the Chicago Business Hall of Fame in 1983 to honor the champions of free enterprise and to benefit the work of Junior Achievement - find out more about the event's history.

The Executive Committee of JA's Board of Directors and the Blue Ribbon Panel consisting of former Laureates, are proud to introduce the 2010 Laureates inducted to this year's Chicago Business Hall of Fame:

Ronald J. Gidwitz
Co-Founder and Partner
GCG Partners

Donald G. Lubin
Partner
Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal LLP

Sheila A. Penrose
Chairman
Jones Lang LaSalle

Congratulations to The Class of 2010 Laureates!  See a list of all former Laureates inducted to JA of Chicago's Business Hall of Fame.

Event Sponsorships

Hall of Fame student ambassadorsJunior Achievement funds this recognition event by recruiting local businesses to serve as event sponsors, so be a part of this great event and celebrate the great business accomplishments of some of Chicago finest business people! Event sponsorships include tickets to the program, dinner buffet and dessert reception. Sponsorship of this event helps support JA of Chicago's efforts to educate and inspire local youth about the economics of life - engaging them to think about their futures and become financially literate citizens.

We also ask individuals to "Sponsor A Student Ambassador" for the Chicago Business Hall of Fame.  A student sponsorship costs $500 and allows students to attent the event, providing them with an unforgettable once-in-a-lifetime experience.  This is a great way to get involved and support Junior Achievement even if you are unable to attend.  Decide today to help shape a student's future and sponsor a student for the Chicago Business Hall of Fame!  Other sponsorship opportunities, including individual and group ticket sponsorships, are also available.

For more information about the Chicago Business Hall of Fame, or to further inquire about event sponsorship opportunities, please contact Liz Hinchman at 312/715-1300 ext. 260 or ehinchman@jachicago.org.