As a member of the Host Committee, CTS Impact welcomed clients, staff and other guests for the 27th annual Women in the Forefront Luncheon, which is The Chicago Network’s hallmark event. This highly anticipated annual gathering inspires women through stories of achievement and personal reflection. Each year, one of the country͛s most influential women shares her professional and personal experiences and discusses the importance of diversity in the workplace with a sold-out audience of more than 1,600 of Chicago͛s leaders.

The keynote speaker for this year͛s luncheon was Mellody Hobson President, Ariel Investments. As a Host Committee Sponsor, CTS Impact has attended this annual event previously featuring such prominent leaders as Arianna Huffington, Huffington Post; Irene Rosenfeld, Chairman and CEO, Mondalez, Ilene Gordon, CEO, Ingredion.

Julie Scott is a member of The Chicago Network and Chair of the Entrepreneurs Committee.