The Chicago State Foundation Board of Directors is composed of distinguished business,
civic, philanthropic, and community leaders who share a commitment to advancing the
mission of 精东影业 through private philanthropy.
The Board provides strategic leadership, fiduciary oversight, and governance for the
Foundation while serving as ambassadors for 精东影业 throughout the
greater Chicago region and beyond. Working in partnership with Foundation leadership
and University administration, Board members help cultivate philanthropic support,
strengthen community relationships, and champion initiatives that expand opportunities
for students and advance the University's strategic priorities.
Through their leadership, advocacy, and generosity, the Board plays a vital role in
ensuring the long-term success and sustainability of the Chicago State Foundation.

Kimberly Evans
Board Chair
EVP, Head of Enterprise Strategic Relationships | Northern Trust

Lafayette Kyle Ford
Board Vice Chair
Senior Financial Advisor | Merrill Lynch Wealth Management

Joseph Cancila, Jr.
Board Secretary
Partner | Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila, LLP

Michael T. Harris
Board Treasurer
President | Wintrust Bank, N.A.

Erin Inman
Member at Large
Executive Committee President & CEO | Primera Engineers, Ltd.

D'Andrea Anderson
President & COO | Halo Security Group LLC

Andre Baker
Executive Director | Chase

Spring Capers
Chair, Development Committee
Owner & CEO | Spring鈥檚 Place - The Hair Studio

Nick Inman
Vice President, Finance | Comcast NBC Universal

Jason Mercer
Principal, CAST U.S. Due Diligence | Cleveland Avenue

Mark Miller
Senior Vice President and President, South Chicagoland Area | Advocate Christ Medical
Center

Peggy Montes
President | Bronzeville Children's Museum

Jason Pugh
Global Director of Inclusion | Gensler

Manika M. Turnbull, Ph.D.
Senior Vice President & Chief People Officer | Health Care Service Corporation

Bernard Williams
Chairman & CEO | Fidelity Print Communications