In our exclusive interview, meet Cordell, a dedicated laborer from the vibrant west side of…
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Month: March 2021
Fred Vaughn got his start in construction as a laborer. But when he reached the top of the pay scale, he knew it was time for a change. “They weren’t giving me…
46-year-old Chicago-native, Anthony Prince is using his creativity and perseverance to make a name for himself in the fashion industry. After being incarcerated for nearly 25 years, the father of two is…
This issue’s B/ACE Boss is Sharon Carter, Managing Director, Healthcare Real Estate at Ankura. With over 30 years of healthcare architecture experience, she has been a tireless advocate for diversity and inclusion…
A prisoner’s release is an opportunity to rebuild their lives and re-establish connections with friends and loved ones. But a successful transition to society can be difficult. And for some ex-offenders, life…
Putting Your Best Face Forward Antonette Shearrill has been a clinical esthetician since 2007. She was inspired by her mother, who owned a hair salon. “I was her assistant. I had to…
Ever since she was a child in South Carolina, Lisa Shaw has understood the importance of being a good host. “Hospitality was everything to my family. If someone came into your house,…
This quarter’s Project on the Horizon feature is the new University of Illinois Outpatient Surgery Center & Specialty Clinics. It will consist of a 205,000 sf Outpatient Surgery Center and Specialty Clinic,…
We spoke with Illinois’ New House Speaker Rep. Chris Welch about his vision for the state and how he plans to use his platform to help the communities that need it most. …
Keith Augustine always knew he wanted to get into construction. His father was a bricklayer, and Augustine was eager to follow in his footsteps. But deep down, he had doubts that he…