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AFRICA USA TODAY MAGAZINE

Politicosocionomics of World Peace

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Taste of Chicago Highlights International Festival of Life 100th Anniversary of Lions Club Book & Media Club Blues Festival Doing Business in Africa: Corporate Council of Africa Preparing for College Women in Leadership Roles Rainbow/ PUSH Annual Convention

PUBLISHER’S OPINION First, let's do pop quiz, for (one month) free ads in your/our online international publication, Africa-USA Today Magazine expires on July 30, 2017, 5pm prompt.

You only pay the applicable taxes, which includes, but not limited to: Failure to hug your kids and spouse tax. Wearing your pants below your belly bottom in public tax. Sitting on the toilet bowl too long tax. Playing too loud music on the public transportation tax. Farted in the public and not decent enough to apologize tax. Lookery too much at the Bikini beautiful bodies on the beach tax - Ouch!. And many other taxes Cook County Board still trying to cook up to annihilate the good people of this great state of Illinois. Lest I forget, that is in addition to Sodas and Water proposed taxes; which happened to be "double jeopardy". Soda has the same chemical element (H2O) water, before turning into soda; albeit it counts as luxury refreshment; henceforth, you are not being taxed for water, but the luscious part of it. Kind of make sense!

Anyway, I just wanted to get that out of my humble mind.

Second free gift away for this publication edition. You will equally get one month free ads in the said monthly publication, if you can name one (at least sixteen) of these international public figures, who doesn't own one or two of the craziest, fastest, and fanciest money can buy private jets on the planet earth as follows: (Courtesy of MICHAEL ALLEN/TRAVEL WHIP).

1. Donald J. Trump, 45th President of the United States......Worth $95Million.

2. Oprah Winfrey (OWN Entertainments)....Worth $50Million (That's just a fraction of wealth she found in the kitchen drawers).

3. Bill Gates, A man worth $80Billion, with 9zeros. He could literally buy as many as money can buy.

4. JAY-Z, and Queen Beyonce (Congrats on new twins babies, and Icy Blue) to my favorite beautiful couple.

5. Steven Spielberg..................(Dassault Falcon 7X).

6. Prince Alwaleed bin Talaa-Saudi......(Sky Pigs).

7. Sir Richard Brandon (Please read on.....)

8. Tyler Perry......(Maddea Films Guru).

9. Sir Michael Jordan (AIR JORDAN N236MJ) 10.Raman Abraham (Called the Bandit; almost similar to President Trump's one).

11. Olawale Idreez (Publisher, Africa-USA Today Magazine.

12. Angelina Jolie 13. Celine Dion 14. Lisa Marie (Elvis Presley.

15. Brad Pitt.

16. Note: Africa's most wealthiest and most powerful world-known persons: (Mrs. Folorunsho Alakija, and Sir Aliko Dangote's fact finding figures could not be attained as of this writing. So, they are respectively not included). Please send your answer to Publisher@Africa-USA Today Magazine: Email:usafriglo@yahoo.com; or call 312-880-7016.

Now, we know every human being has a dream, and wish to attain wealth; just like the next door neighbor; unfortunately, politics of life usually deal back cards to lot of people in attaining their God's gifted talents, or to fully realize their dreams and potential in life. On that premise, the purpose of this writing is to mainly appeal to the wealthy ones around the globe, to do more in spreading their wealth to help less rich ones; especially in the areas of Education, Health, Food nutrition, Climate changes formula; and so on.

In replica fashion, encourage the less rich, "to keep hope alive". Meaning, no matter how or what your circumstances might be today (precisely in the area of finance), you are better off out here with your freedom; rather than taking unnecessary risks of engaging in gun violence; which might end up with you being locked up in the cage, like Kinta-Kinte. And while there, kneeling down, praying, and weeping like Queen Virginia that has not been visited by King Madingo in a long time. (Please pardon my French Language).

In a nutshell, for the rich and the less rich, as citizens of this planet earth, our fate is inter-twined. The rich cannot sleep, because the poor is hungry. And the poor cannot sleep, because the rich is awake.

So, why don't you do more helping someone today, by spreading the wealth of the nation.....1776 Adam Smith's style.

P.S: Quotable quotes, "We love you, Chicago; and we are praying for you!" (ROSE ROYCE Band, at the 2016 African Festival of Arts in Washington Park, Chicago).

Olawale Idreez can be reached at email: usafriglo@yahoo.com Linkedin@Olawale Idreez @Twitter @Instagram @Facebook/Wale Idreez @Whatsapp

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Celebrating Summer!

In this issue we celebrate Summer. We have had an opportunity to enjoy some of the amazing things to see that have arrived such as the Taste of Chicago, the Blues Fest, as well as the Lions Club celebrating 100 years with a parade with members from countries all over the world. We are making plans to make the most of this Summer. Enjoy!

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Mayor Emanuel Announces City’s 37th Annual Taste of Chicago to Serve Up a Cultural Feast for Your Senses

37th Annual Taste of Chicago served up a cultural feast for your senses.

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Lineup of 66 food establishments includes 16 new vendors Other culinary highlights include the Celebrity Chef du Jour three­course dining experience, the Lifeway Foods Taste Kitchen, the CH Distillery Cocktail Lounge and the Wine and Beer Garden Christine Carrino christine.carrino@cityofchicago.org, 312.744.0573 Mary May mary.may@cityofchicago.org, 312.744.0576 Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announced today the lineup of 67 restaurants that will participate at the 37th Annual Taste of Chicago – the world's largest free food festival – this July 5–9 in Grant Park. Showcasing Chicago’s diverse culinary scene, this year’s list of five­day vendors, pop­up restaurants and food trucks will offer Taste­goers an endless variety of dining options to suit every palate.

“As our culinary reputation grows on the national and international stage, the Taste of Chicago is a reflection of Chicago’s vibrant and diverse restaurant scene,” said Mayor Emanuel. “Taste of Chicago brings together a unique array of cuisines and cultural offerings, giving Chicagoans and visitors alike the opportunity to sample the greatest foods our city has to offer from both new restaurants and long­time favorites.”

Taste of Chicago is excited to welcome 16 newcomers to the event in 2017 – including three new five­day restaurants, six new food trucks and seven new pop­up participants who will sell for one or two days. The new food vendors are: American Glory, Aztec Dave’s Food Truck, Bop Bar Truck, Brightwok Kitchen, Broken English, Cheesie’s Pub and Grub, Doom Street Eats, El Patron, Hakka Bakka Indian Kati Rolls, Just Salad, Lawrence’s Fish & Shrimp, The Little Beet Table, Seoul Taco, The Cajun Connoisseur, Ukai Japanese Restaurant and Warm Belly Bakery.

"Taste of Chicago showcases the city’s stellar culinary scene by uniting a diverse set of restaurants, food trucks and pop­ups,” said Sam Toia, president and CEO of the Illinois Restaurant Association. “The Association has been a part of Taste since its inception, and we’re proud to welcome visitors to beautiful Grant Park year after year. It’s a time­honored summer festival that truly captures Chicago’s hospitable spirit and exciting range of culinary offerings.”

All 67 vendors will offer signature items, as well as the popular “Taste Of” portions priced at $3.00 or less, allowing guests the opportunity to sample an even greater variety of items. Many will also include Humana Healthier Choice selections for those seeking lighter options. Admission to the Taste of Chicago is FREE, and tickets for food and beverages can be purchased in strips of 14 tickets for $10. Whether craving the robust flavors found in ethnic cuisine, epicurean delights, sweet treats or classic Chicago dishes – and more – Chicagoans and visitors won’t want to miss this year’s Taste!

Celebrity Chef du Jour Dining Experience The Taste of Chicago will again highlight acclaimed Chicago chefs at the Celebrity Chef du Jour. This 2017 celebrity chefs are Chef Paul Fehribach of Big Jones (July 5 at 6:30pm), Latin Night with Chef Chico Vilchez of Nacional 27 (July 6 at 6:30pm), Chef Oliver Poilevey tribute to Jean­Claude Poilevey of Le Bouchon and La Sardine (July 7 at 6:30pm), American Girl Café Brunch (July 8 at 11:30am) and Chefs Beverly Kim and John Clark of Parachute (July 9 at 5pm).

Attendees of the Celebrity Chef du Jour will enjoy a sit­down, three­course meal in an air­conditioned and decorated dining pavilion for only $45 per person for the July 5, 6, 7 and 9 dinners and $30 per person for the July 8 brunch (limit 4 tickets per person for each meal). Tickets for the dining experience must be purchased in advance and will go on sale Wednesday, May 24 at 10am on the festival website tasteofchicago.us. Additionally, many of the celebrity chefs will show­off their skills at the FREE Lifeway Foods Taste Kitchen cooking demonstration area also located on Buckingham Fountain Plaza.

Concerts at the Petrillo Music Shell Taste of Chicago will also present a diverse mix of chart­topping, crowd­pleasing nightly concerts at the Petrillo Music Shell that includes Alessia Cara, Café Tacvba, Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals, Passion Pit and The O’Jays—plus the best of Chicago’s local music scene on the Bud Light Stage. Tickets for the seating area at the Petrillo Music Shell start at $19 and are on sale now at the Taste website tasteofchicago.us.

Cultural Programming and Sabor de Chicago NEW for 2017, the Taste of Chicago will present an assortment of local cultural programming that includes the Street Art & Graffiti Alley featuring live painting by local artists, the Stomping Grounds Chicago presenting performances by local dance companies, Chicago SummerDance with live music & social dancing in the Spirit of Music Garden and the March of the Puppets daily procession with music through Taste of Chicago. On Thursday, July 6, Sabor de Chicago will celebrate the culture of Chicago’s Latino community throughout the day with dining, dancing, music performances at the Petrillo Music Shell and Bud Light Stage and much more.

CH Distillery Spirit Lounge plus Beer and Wine Gardens The CH Distillery Cocktail Lounge will offer mixology specials to enjoy by Buckingham Fountain. The specialty cocktail menu during the Taste of Chicago includes theses favorites: Moscow Mule, Strawberry Collins, Tropical Rum Punch and the Mint Julep Slushie. The beer and wine gardens will offer another scenic area on Buckingham Fountain Plaza for Taste goers to enjoy a wide selection of craft beer and an array of wine varietals from the Bodega, Stella Rosa, Three Pines and Maddalena wineries.

Lifeway Foods Taste Kitchen The Lifeway Foods Taste Kitchen dishes up a full menu of cooking demonstrations by local and national chefs as well as daily demonstrations by the Celebrity Chefs du Jour. The daily schedules of demonstrations will be announced at a later date.

The Taste of Chicago has seen a surge in popularity since it was shortened to five days and added new elements, including the Celebrity Chef du Jour dining pavilion, pop­up restaurants, food trucks, chart­topping musical acts and cultural programming. Last year's 36th edition of the Chicago's iconic festival served

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International Festival of Life (IFOL)- Union Park, Chicago, IL Ephraim MartinCEO-Founder, IFOL

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Lions Clubs International celebrates 100 Years with huge convention in Chicago

Each year, Lions from as many as 130 countries participate in the annual procession on the second day of the convention, a tradition dating back to the early 1920s. The parade is an opportunity for Lions to display their enthusiasm for the association and their national heritage.

Many Lions don traditional dress, colors or costumes representing their native lands for the march. They carry their countries’ flags with pride and sometimes sing and dance along the route, as well.

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ENTERTAINMENT

The Chicago Blues Festival The Chicago Blues Festival is the largest free blues festival in the world and remains the largest of Chicago’s Music Festivals. The festival closed with headliners Gary Clark Jr., Rhiannon Giddens, and Ronnie Baker Brooks.

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U.S.-­‐EAC Private Sector Trade Facilitation Priorities

The U.S. and East African business communities have agreed to partner to improve trade facilitation in East Africa, which will reduce the cost and time to get goods to market and enhance opportunities for trade and investment. This interest is reflected in the work of The Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) and East African Business Council (EABC), with trade facilitation highlighted as a priority in the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed by the two organizations in September 2013.

The following recommendations were developed through consultations with the private sectors in both the United States and EAC countries presented at the CCA Leading the Way in U.S.-­‐Africa Investment Business Forum as part of the U.S.-­‐Africa Leaders Summit on August 4, 2014. As discussed at the Business Forum, the partners agree that the recommendations below reflect the following priorities, all of which should guide future work together:

(1) These recommendations will support continuing reforms to further improve the investment climate in East Africa and increase engagement of the private sector through the EABC and CCA in this process.

(2) There is an element of premature structural transformation in East Africa as evidenced by the high growth rates, but this has yet to fully translate into poverty reduction and inclusive growth, which are two goals of the recommendations outlined below.

(3) The partners agree that greater focus should be placed on targeted investment priorities to realize greater benefits through the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and ensure that growth can emanate from industrial productivity to create more jobs and lead to meaningful transformation of the African economies.

(4) Long-­‐term financing at affordable interest rates should also be a priority, particularly to generate greater investment in agro-­‐processing, and the recommendations below will help create greater certainty and reduce risk in the market.

(5) There is a need for investment in significant training in science and technology, with the goal of spurring innovation across sectors and among businesses of all sizes.

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FIRST DAY OF 46TH ANNUAL RAINBOW PUSH COALITION INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE: APPS, CODES AND SCHOLARSHIPS Inline image 1

CHICAGO – A leading Silicon Valley leader Wednesday hailed the Rainbow PUSH Coalition for its work to protect civil rights, but said it will take a renewed vigilance to protect gains made over the past 50 years.

Rosalind Hudnell, vice president of Worldwide Corporate Affairs and president of the Intel Foundation, lauded the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., and the Rainbow PUSH Coalition for “its mission to protect, defend, and gain civil rights by leveling the economic and education playing fields, and to promote peace and justice around the world.”

Speaking at the opening luncheon for the Rainbow PUSH Coalition and Citizenship Education Fund’s 46th Annual International Convention, Hudnell said the organization “is as much needed today as on the day of your founding.”

Before speaking at the luncheon, Hudnell visited the conference’s Tech Expo, which celebrated youth vision and entrepreneurism in the fields of Science, Technology, Arts Engineering, and Math (STEAM). The expo and convention continues through Friday afternoon at the Hilton Chicago, 720 S. Michigan Avenue, before moving to PUSH headquarters, 930 E. 50th Street, through Saturday, July 15.

"We have globalized capital, technology, and athletics,” Rev. Jackson said. “We need to globalize human rights."

Approximately 100 attendees, including several international delegations from both the Asian and African continents, attended a plenary session on investment and development opportunities in Africa.

"While nationalism is driven by localism and fear, globalism is driven by inclusion in hope," Rev. Jackson said.

Many of the panelists addressed the need for African countries to take the lead in their own development.

“I want a strong Africa, an Africa I created myself” said Solomon Baddoo, president and founder of Global Solutions Outreach Inc. “We need to equip our people to develop our own country, and a strong workforce capable of handling projects and solving problems.”

Diversity in Law

While getting through law school is often the challenge of a lifetime, it’s only the beginning of a many barriers young lawyers of color still confront today, according to a panel on the need for diversity in the legal profession.

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GLOBAL AND AFRICA DIASPORA INVESTMENT FORUM WEDNESDAY, JULY 12, 2017 9:00 – 11:30AM HILTON CHICAGO 720 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60605 This session is a follow up to several Africa and global Investment Opportunities Forum we held annually during our annual Wall Street Summit in New York and our Annual Convention in Chicago. Panelists will discuss Africa’s continuing tremendous business opportunities not only in oil, gas and natural resources, but also in areas such as energy, health care, telecommunications, technology, entertainment, construction, financial services, and tourism in their respective countries/sectors. Other areas of investment opportunities with the Diaspora (Caribbean, Americas, etc) will also be explore.

This forum will also provide an opportunity to discuss/update last year’s US-Africa trade /investment policy.

MODERATORS Dr. Ewa Ewa (CONFIRMED) Finance Officer – State of Illinois KEYNOTE SPEAKER Hon. Ayanda Dlodlo (CONFIRMED) Minister of Communications The Republic of South Africa PANALISTS: Dr. Chidi Achebe (CONFIRMED) Chairman & CEO African Integrated Development Enterprise Mr. Olivier Kamanzi (CONFIRMED) President & CEO Africa Global Chamber of Commerce Hon. Heba Zaki (CONFIRMED) Deputy Consul General Consulate of Egypt - Chicago 32 AFRICA USA TODAY

Hon. Akwasi Opong-Fosu (CONFIRMED) Former Minister of State at the Presidency of the Republic of Ghana Mr. Solomon Baddoo (CONFIRMED) President & Founder Global Solutions Outreach, Inc. Global and Africa Diaspora Investment Forum July 12, 2017 at Hilton Hotels Chicago

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POLITICS

U.S. FOREIGN POLICY: EXPECTIONS, PERCEPTION, REALITY OF PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP VIEW OF THE WORLD WEDNESDAY, JULY 12, 2017 3:00 – 5:00PM HILTON CHICAGO 720 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60605

This forum will focus on President Trump’s foreign policy in a changing world. Panelists will discuss the new administration approach on global and security issues such as military spending, foreign aid, immigration/refugees, war on terror, relations with other countries etc.

MODERATORS Dr. Vincent Idemyor (CONFIRMED) Vice President – Global Solar Solutions, Inc.

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Ms. Phyllis Bennis (CONFIRMED) Director, New Internationalism Project Institute for Policy Studies Mr. Oussama Jammal (CONFIRMED) Secretary General US Council of Muslim Organizations Dr. Clement E. Adibe (CONFRIMED) Professor – Department of Political Science DePaul University Mr. Lawrence Benito (CONFIRMED) Chief Executive Officer Illinois Coalition of Immigration & Refugee Rights 34 AFRICA USA TODAY

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EDUCATION

Preparing for College

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High School graduation is over and the first major step in transitioning into an adult has now begun. Now what will you do?

Have you prepared yourself for college and all the challenges you are about to embrace? Many do not realize that college is a major pivotal moment in ones’ life. This can be the most exhilarating time, for many, by being on your own, and it can be the most frightening . This is not a time to party and become distracted, as many young adults have discovered. If you do not prepare yourself, you may find yourself comparable to a sinking ship. The first thing one must determine is what profession they want to become. This will avoid one from taking unnecessary classes that does not work toward their degree. Taking classes toward your degree is detrimental from the beginning. Do not waste time taking classes that do not pertain to your area of study. This will only delay your graduation date, and take note, every year the price of tuition and housing goes up. If you are having a problem understanding any topic in class, feel free to ask questions, without any hesitation. You are there to learn and understand the material that is instructed. If your questions are still unclear, do not feel embarrassed to seek additional guidance, by talking to your professor one on one and making sure you know what tutors are available. Make sure that you attend class regularly. No one is going to call home and say you never made it to class. Being a freshman is a new experience with making and connecting with new friendships and organizations. Try not to overload yourself with activities, school functions, organizations, sport teams, relationships, fraternities and sororities. Having ample time to study without procrastinating is going to help you from falling behind. Keeping good grades will allow you to maintain any grant or scholarship that is given. Choices you make will affect your years in college. If you prepare yourself, then you will have a successful outcome by maximizing all you can out of college.

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Sports

Nigerian team took the 1st prize trophy home in the first annual friendly Soccer Tournament, on Saturday July 15, 2017; hosted by Chicago African International Cup of Nation; Ghana vowed to come back strong next year.

Nevertheless, It was a great moment to celebrate victory for Africans in the Diaspora; to show love & respect for our community; as well as praying for the city (Chicago) that we all love so much, against the unnecessary violence in our respective neighborhood. Peace & Amen.

Contributing story by: *Wale Idreez, Africa-USA Today Magazine, OLIVIER KAMANZI, President, AFGCC, and Felicia Oghechi Fredrick, Radio Talk show host.

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NATIONAL BESTSELLER A NEW YORK TIMES TOP 10 BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR From the bestselling author of The Dark Side, an electrifying work of investigative journalism that uncovers the powerful group of immensely wealthy ideologues who are shaping the fate of America.

In her new preface, Jane Mayer discusses the results of the most recent election and Donald Trump's victory, and how, despite much discussion to the contrary, this was a huge victory for the billionaires who have been pouring money in the American political system.

Why is America living in an age of profound and widening economic inequality? Why have even modest attempts to address climate change been defeated again and again? Why do hedge­fund billionaires pay a far lower tax rate than middle­class workers? In a riveting and indelible feat of reporting, Jane Mayer illuminates the history of Synopsis an elite cadre of plutocrats—headed by the Kochs, the Scaifes, the Olins, and the Bradleys—who have bankrolled For the first twenty years of my life this is what I knew about my background: I was born in a systematic plan to fundamentally alter the American political system. Mayer traces a byzantine trail of billions of Eritrea a tiny country on the north­east coast of Africa. My mother died in childbirth, my father dollars spent by the network, revealing a staggering conglomeration of think tanks, academic institutions, media soon afterwards, I was placed in an orphanage in Asmara, the capital, by a distant relative, or groups, courthouses, and government allies that have fallen under their sphere of influence. Drawing from perhaps a neighbour. That’s it. The sum total of my family knowledge. Six months later I was hundreds of exclusive interviews, as well as extensive scrutiny of public records, private papers, and court proceedings, Mayer provides vivid portraits of the secretive figures behind the new American oligarchy and a adopted by a British academic and that’s how I ended up growing up in a white family in searing look at the carefully concealed agendas steering the nation. Dark Money is an essential book for anyone Manchester. And then one day, when I was a student in Liverpool, I received a letter with an who cares about the future of American democracy.

Eritrean postmark. It was from my brother in Asmara, the one I never knew I had.

My Fathers’ Daughter is Hannah Pool’s brave and heartbreaking story of her return to Africa to meet the family she lost – and the father she thought was dead…

Reviews for My Fathers’ Daughter: "Remarkable...Pool's candor is striking...Her story is as much about an adopted child facing up to the challenge of tracing her biological family as it is about her search for African roots...[She gives] a sense of what it is like to be a young person of African descent who is unquestionably British." ­­ The Observer (U.K.) "What a story. So vivid, honest and moving." ­­ Andrea Levy, author of Small Island "In this beautifully honest book, Pool gives us a front­row view of how identity is built up, but also how it's dismantled...Simply engrossing." ­­ Time Out London "Hannah Pool [is] a thoroughly engaging storyteller [who] offers us a different way of seeing...layered with subtleties. Although passages bring tears to the eyes, the sentiment is never pity. Rather awe ­­ at the depth of Hannah's experience, her courage in confronting it and her success, finally, in making sense of it all." ­­ The Sunday Times (London) "Engaging and moving."' ­­ Mail on Sunday "A moving story that sent shivers down my spine in its final moments. Hannah is an engaging raconteur, reporting her emotional highs and lows with insight and humor." ­­ The Bookseller "[A] truly moving exploration of identity." ­­ Sunday Times

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Some management companies sacrifice quality for the sake of quantity.

They balance over developed portfolios with under developed staff.

At Tailor Made Property Services, Inc., we have a different point of view. We do not strive to be the biggest – only the best.

Our elite group of clients enjoy the benefits of individualized service developed to meet their needs.

Give us a call today and see what our “out of the box” philosophy can do for you!

our offiCe LoCations: CHICAGO 1165 North Milwaukee Ave., Ste 1N Chicago, Illinois 60642

773-394-8273 Fax 773-394-8392

BATTLE CREEK 13480 Stone Jug Road Battle Creek, Michigan 49015

269-420-5734

KANSAS CITY 7409 E 89th Terrace Kansas City, MO 64138

816-984-1135

www.TMPSinc.com