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353 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654
Mon - Fri : 09.00 AM - 09.00 PM



Diversity, equity and inclusion

sustainance

Our DEI Council leads this work, guiding our Six-Point Commitment:

1 | Converse through DEI programming, events and training for managers and employees

2 | Diversify through professionals of color, women, LGBTQ community members and individuals with disabilities at all levels of our firm

3 | Advocate for underserved communities through financial contributions, volunteering, mentoring and in-kind services

4 | Align with organizations advancing DEI in our industry

5 | Champion suppliers, vendors and organizations driving positive change

6 | Participate in DEI initiatives within our industry and across our businesses

Investments

Goal of optimizing return on investment for all clients and stakeholders:

Diverse pool of clients and prospects Products and services tailored to the mindsets, priorities, cultural preferences and economic conditions of a vast diversity of people

Long-term partnerships with diverse suppliers:

African, Latino and Asian-American (MBE) Women (WBE) Veteran and service-disabled veteran (SDV) Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) Small business (SBE)

Partners

Industry Partnerships

Chicago United

Drives economic parityfor MBE's in the chicagoland area.

Our role:Active Member and sponsorsince 1998

Financial Services Pipeline

Increasing diversity and cultural competencyin chicago financial services

Our role: 2014 Founding member

Business Leadership Council

Supports the growth of black Leaders and business from grassroots to the boardroom

Our role: Founding Sponsor Of Lead Partner Program Pioneer