33rd Annual Motorola Excellence in Public Service Award
The Civic Federation has issued a call for nominations for the 33rd Annual Motorola Solutions Foundation Excellence in Public Service Award. The award is given annually to a non-elected state or local government employee in Illinois who has made an extraordinary impact on the quality of government services. The award seeks to honor individuals who show dedication to a vision of quality management, leadership and innovation that leads to lasting achievements and more effective government in Illinois.
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Member Spotlight
The Civic Federation's membership is made up of civic and business leaders spanning a range of sectors. Members bring an abundance of expertise in their respective fields, combined with a personal passion for working together to problem-solve and help our City and State thrive. Explore our membership opportunities.
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Dorothy Abreu
Senior Vice President, PNC Public Finance
Dorothy Abreu is a Senior Vice President for PNC, Public Finance, managing large government and non-profit relationships across Illinois and Missouri.
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Alexa James
CEO, NAMI Chicago
Since stepping into her position as NAMI Chicago's leader in 2014, Alexa James has dedicated herself to making NAMI Chicago a leading voice in the conversation around mental wellness, the challenges of the mental health system, and mental health education in Chicago and beyond.
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Adrienne Irmer
AVP of External Affairs, Illinois Tech
A proud native of Chicago’s South Side, Adrienne Irmer has been a passionate champion of social causes for over 20 years. Adrienne currently serves as the Associate Vice President for External Affairs at Illinois Tech.
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Paul Luu
CEO, Chinese American Service League (CASL)
Paul Luu is Chief Executive Officer of the Chinese American Service League (CASL). He has been part of CASL’s mission to catalyze the transformation of individuals, families, and the community for an equitable future since 2017.
Dorothy Abreu
Senior Vice President, PNC Public Finance
Dorothy Abreu is a Senior Vice President for PNC, Public Finance, managing large government and non-profit relationships across Illinois and Missouri.
Alexa James
CEO, NAMI Chicago
Since stepping into her position as NAMI Chicago's leader in 2014, Alexa James has dedicated herself to making NAMI Chicago a leading voice in the conversation around mental wellness, the challenges of the mental health system, and mental health education in Chicago and beyond.
Adrienne Irmer
AVP of External Affairs, Illinois Tech
A proud native of Chicago’s South Side, Adrienne Irmer has been a passionate champion of social causes for over 20 years. Adrienne currently serves as the Associate Vice President for External Affairs at Illinois Tech.
Paul Luu
CEO, Chinese American Service League (CASL)
Paul Luu is Chief Executive Officer of the Chinese American Service League (CASL). He has been part of CASL’s mission to catalyze the transformation of individuals, families, and the community for an equitable future since 2017.
Dorothy Abreu
Senior Vice President, PNC Public Finance
Dorothy Abreu is a Senior Vice President for PNC, Public Finance, managing large government and non-profit relationships across Illinois and Missouri.
Alexa James
CEO, NAMI Chicago
Since stepping into her position as NAMI Chicago's leader in 2014, Alexa James has dedicated herself to making NAMI Chicago a leading voice in the conversation around mental wellness, the challenges of the mental health system, and mental health education in Chicago and beyond.
Adrienne Irmer
AVP of External Affairs, Illinois Tech
A proud native of Chicago’s South Side, Adrienne Irmer has been a passionate champion of social causes for over 20 years. Adrienne currently serves as the Associate Vice President for External Affairs at Illinois Tech.
Paul Luu
CEO, Chinese American Service League (CASL)
Paul Luu is Chief Executive Officer of the Chinese American Service League (CASL). He has been part of CASL’s mission to catalyze the transformation of individuals, families, and the community for an equitable future since 2017.
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