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Chicago Community Loan Fund released its Second Quarter 2023 report
By Southland Marquee report | Oct 16, 2023
The Chicago Community Loan Fund published its Second Quarter 2023 report, highlighting various aspects of their initiatives and achievements. The report features insights into the Rimland grand opening, CCLF stakeholders meeting and the Chicago Neighborhoods Rebuild program, among other updates and events as outlined by the Second Quarter 2023 report provided by the Chicago Community Loan Fund.
CME Group, CF Benchmarks to introduce APAC Reference Rates for bitcoin, ether in September
By Southland Marquee report | Aug 30, 2023
A leading provider of cryptocurrency, CF Benchmarks, and CME Group, a leading derivatives marketplace, recently announced plans to launch two new Asia Pacific-specific reference rates for bitcoin and ether on Sept. 11.
Rohde: 'It has been a pleasure working with MDP, Flint and the entire Syntellis team to create a truly best-in-class EPM leader'
By Southland Marquee report | Aug 22, 2023
On Aug. 8, Madison Dearborn Partners (MDP) and Thoma Bravo revealed they successfully finalized the transaction selling Syntellis Performance Solutions, a supplier of enterprise performance management (EPM) software, data and intelligence solutions to Roper Technologies, Inc. (“Roper”) for an all-cash payment amounting to an enterprise value of $1.4 billion. Subsequently, Syntellis will be integrated with Roper’s Strata Decision Technology business, according to a press release.
Yules: 'We are excited to work with both of these organizations on the next phase of their growth journey'
By Southland Marquee report | Jul 22, 2023
Software-investment firm Thoma Bravo announced July 17 that it has finalized a strategic growth investment in Bluesight, the Medication Intelligence™ Company. The investment is set to strengthen Bluesight's drug diversion prevention capabilities, achieved through its acquisition of Medacist.
Coleman: 'World class songstress with an incredible flare for the culinary arts' hosting Inaugural Business Networking Outdoor Pop Up and Concert
By Southland Marquee report | Jul 19, 2023
Presented by Meesha Gardner of O'Meesha's Catering and O’Meesha’s Enterprises LLC, there will be an Inaugural Business Networking Outdoor Pop Up and Concert hosted in Dolton Park District at the end of the month. In anticipation for the upcoming event, Chicago business leader Jeff Coleman speaks highly of all that the day will have to offer as well as all that Meesha has done in her career and in her community.
BMO CIO Lewerentz: 'BMO’s commitment to disability inclusion is a prime example of how we carry out our Purpose, to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life'
By Southland Marquee report | Jul 19, 2023
Last week, BMO U.S. announced to have achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Disability Equality Index (DEI) and has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion, as announced.
Chicago Uber driver: 'My full time job doesn’t pay all the bills'
By Southland Marquee report | Jul 12, 2023
Driving for Uber on the side helps Michael Healy of Chicago have some extra money for paying bills.
Lightfoot: The Community Growers Program 'will enable us to use our urban agriculture to create a more equitable and resilient food system'
By Southland Marquee report | Jun 7, 2023
The City of Chicago has launched a program aimed at promoting urban agriculture in marginalized communities.
Chicago business leader: Independent study showing Chicago ride hail drivers' strong earnings 'a real positive for the city and the South Side'
By Southland Marquee report | May 30, 2023
According to independent study key findings recently published by the City of Chicago's Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP), ride hail drivers’ earnings in the City are very strong, namely those of TNPs such as Uber and Lyft.
Diocese of Tyler's Strickland on gender transition: 'Pray that many more shepherds will speak against the tyranny of evil in our time'
By Southland Marquee report | May 25, 2023
Catholic bishops are reiterating their stance on what is acceptable when it comes to altering the human body, and gender change is not.
Chicago Park District superintendent: 'We have the best deal in town for the whole family to play' this summer
By Southland Marquee report | May 16, 2023
The Chicago Park District is kicking off its summertime activities program, with registration getting underway beginning May 1.
Chicago Park District superintendent: Chicago Moves Day encouraged 'residents to take small steps to make their health both a priority and a habit'
By Southland Marquee report | May 16, 2023
Chicago's annual "Chicago Moves Day" was held on May 3 this year with the goal of helping people develop healthier habits and lifestyles.
UChicago Smart Museum of Art's Malloy: Exhibit 'pushes the boundaries of disciplines to engage scholars and build relationships'
By Southland Marquee report | May 11, 2023
University of Chicago’s Smart Museum of Art's exhibition 'not all realisms' features images captured in Africa in the 1960's.
Osman: 'We’re investing in infrastructure, improving safety, and enhancing mobility'
By Southland Marquee report | May 9, 2023
A newly constructed pedestrian and bicycle bridge in Bronzeville will provide a boost to Chicago’s South Side, according to one city official, which is an investment in infrastructure that improves safety and enhances mobility.
Deputy Mayor Mayekar: 'The scale of this investment is completely unprecedented'
By Southland Marquee report | May 8, 2023
The city has awarded a $54 million grant distribution to 133 recipients in Chicago, and numerous businesses on the South Side were selected.
Lightfoot on Midway Modernization Program: ‘Proof that we can achieve anything when we have a clear vision’
By Southland Marquee report | Apr 27, 2023
Chicago city leaders were on hand for a ribbon cutting ceremony for a new restaurant at Midway International Airport this week.
General Superintendent and CEO of Chicago Park District: 'We are investing in youth'
By Southland Marquee report | Apr 27, 2023
The Chicago Park District has launched a brand-new Lifeguard Training Academy to prepare the lifeguard workforce for the upcoming summer.
City Colleges of Chicago Chancellor Salgado: 'Our Star Scholars worked hard to earn their associate degree'
By Southland Marquee report | Apr 27, 2023
Last week the City Colleges of Chicago held a Cording Ceremony at Malcom X College, where they celebrated the Star Scholars who are earning associate degrees during the 2022-23 school year.
University of Chicago announces new digital platform called UChicagoNode 'to ensure persistent and open access to scholarship'
By Southland Marquee report | Apr 26, 2023
The University of Chicago has announced that it has been granted nearly $1 million by the National Endowment for the Humanities to renovate the way digital collections and research data are created, managed and distributed.
Sunflower Project US celebrates Earth Day in Chicago: 'This is our small part in helping the environment'
By Southland Marquee report | Apr 26, 2023
On Sunday, April 22, the nonprofit organization Sunflower Project US celebrated Earth Day by holding activities in Calumet Park.