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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  
March 3, 2025

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Eric Krol       312.814.1252
Adriana Colindres       217.558.1920

**MEDIA ADVISORY** Treasurer Frerichs to Host Celebration for Women’s History Month

Illinois Teacher of the Year, Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra leader, Marion nonprofit founder, member of U.S. Women’s National Amputee Soccer Team
 Among those recognized

Video will be posted here: https://cms.illinois.gov/agency/media/video/videos.html

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs will host a celebration on Tuesday, March 4 in honor of Women’s History Month. This event is an opportunity to reflect on the great achievements of women in Illinois and present awards to active leaders in the community.

The media is invited to attend. The program will be held on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at noon in the Illinois Room at 555 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL.

Award Recipients:

Outstanding Service in Business
Bukola Bello
Principal Consultant | VISION M.A.I. Consulting

Outstanding Service in Leadership
Kate Maehr
Executive Director and CEO | Greater Chicago Food Depository

Outstanding Commitment to Community Service
Lynne Chambers
Founder and Executive Director | Legacy Training, Marion

Outstanding Commitment to Education
Dr. Rachael Mahmood
2024 Illinois Teacher of the Year and Educational Consultant | Indian Prairie School District, Aurora 

Outstanding Commitment as an Elected Official
Hon. Julie Morrison
Illinois State Senator and Majority Caucus Whip | 29th District

Outstanding Achievement in Workforce and Labor
Brandi Bradley
Director of Government Relations | Ullico Inc.

Outstanding Achievement in Sportsmanship
Christina Kreil
Member, U.S. Women’s National Amputee Soccer Team | Teacher, Richards High School, Oak Lawn

Outstanding Achievement in Arts and Humanities
Jennie Oh Brown
Executive Director | Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras

WHEN:  Tuesday, March 4, 2025
              12-1 p.m.

WHERE: Illinois Room,
               555 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL

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