iHeartMedia Chicago Presents Women Who Win Class of 2023

RADIO ONLINE | Monday, March 6, 2023

iHeartMedia Chicago

iHeartMedia/Chicago, YWCA Metropolitan Chicago and Chicago Foundation for Women present "Women Who WIN Class of 2023," an annual celebration of dynamic women leaders who have made a significant impact in the community as a direct result of their exceptional leadership. Throughout the month of March, iHeartMedia Chicago, YWCA Metropolitan Chicago and Chicago Foundation for Women will pay tribute to eight incredible women leaders who have shaped Chicago's history through dedication and perseverance.

The tributes will include a series of on-air and digital vignettes on iHeartMedia Chicago's six radio stations, websites and social media. The "Women Who WIN Class of 2023" is featured on each station's website: 107.5 WGCI, V103, Inspiration 1390, 93.9 Lite FM, Rock 95 Five and 103.5 Kiss FM.

iHeartMedia Chicago, YWCA Metropolitan Chicago and Chicago Foundation for Women will also host a Facebook Live "Women Who WIN Class of 2023 Virtual Exchange" on April 26 from 12-1pm. The honorees will share insights and answer questions from the radio stations' listeners and the community.

"Since its inception in 2021, iHeartMedia Chicago's 'Women Who WIN' Initiative has honored 25 extraordinary women leaders in our city and community," said iHeartMedia Chicago President Matt Scarano. "It is an honor and a privilege to share the leadership legacy of eight more extraordinary women leaders with our listeners during Women's History Month in 2023."

"YWCA Metropolitan Chicago is proud to partner with iHeartMedia Chicago for the third year to honor some of the most impactful women leaders in our community," added YWCA Metropolitan Chicago CEO Nicole Robinson. "This annual celebration continues to provide a tremendous opportunity to showcase the leadership and contributions of women in our community."

"Chicago Foundation for Women is proud to partner with iHeartMedia Chicago and YWCA Metropolitan Chicago again this year to celebrate the talent and accomplishments of women leaders in Chicago," said Chicago Foundation for Women President and CEO Felicia Davis Blakley. "The 'Women Who WIN Class of 2023' represent a powerful blueprint of leadership."

iHeartMedia Chicago "Women Who WIN Class of 2023" Honorees:

• Holly Buckendahl, Chief Executive Officer, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana (RMHC-CNI)

• Rita Sola Cook, President, Bank of America Chicago

• The Honorable U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth, State of Illinois

• Dr. Janice K. Jackson, CEO, Hope Chicago

• Dorri C. McWhorter, President and Chief Executive Officer, YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago

• Jamell Meeks, First Lady Emeritus, Salem Baptist Church of Chicago

• Sylvia Puente, President and CEO, Latino Policy Forum

• Dorothy Tucker, Investigative Reporter, CBS2 Chicago and President, National Association of Black Journalists