The Road Not Taken
MY FOOTPRINTS
I’ve managed teams of writers and editors, as well as teams of executives and blue suit consultants.
I’ve launched a publication and then doubled its frequency.
I’ve brought together Chicago City Commissioners and top business leaders to rework government in “the city that works.”
I’ve launched a foundation for the Chicago Public Schools.
I’ve worked with economic development lobbyists in Washington, D.C.
I’ve doubled corporate and foundation contributions to a shelter for abused women.
I’ve created community awareness plans for a charitable dot.com.
I’ve coached authors as they researched, wrote and sold their books.
I’ve been published by The Wall Street Journal Online and Time Magazine.
I’ve put out three newspaper sections a week while writing a weekly column and blog.
I’ve broken ground reporting on subprime mortgage lending in Chicago and Chicago’s green ideals.
I’ve used my communication talents to help my friends launch their spiritual businesses.
I’ve learned to think “systems.”
I’ve also had some very interesting lunch meetings …
MY PATH
Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley
The American Economic Development Council