Awards and Induction Ceremony
Friday, March 22, 2024
5:30pm
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk Grand Ballroom
301 E. North Water Street | Chicago, IL
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Salad
Field Greens, Edamame, Goat Cheese, Tomato, Spicy Apricot Vinaigrette (GF)
Entree
Roasted Herb Chicken
Smoked Gouda Polenta, Spring Seasonal Vegetables, Truffle Chicken Demi
Vegan Entree
Vegan Cauliflower Picatta
Spring Lentil Ragu, Asparagus, Lemon Caper Sauce
Dessert
Cheesecake with Berry Compote
Program
Introduction of Emcees DJ Fiddy Millz
Welcome
2024 Women of Excellence Honoree Procession
Introduction of Dyanna Lewis, RVP, Real Times Media
Opening Remarks Dyanna Knight Lewis RVP, Real Times Media
Sponsor Video ComEd
Musical Selection & Invocation Joyce Jackson Hurley
Dinner is served
Introduction of Special Honorees Dyanna Knight Lewis
Dr. Carol L. Adams – Vanguard Award
Senator Mattie Hunter – Vanguard Award
Desiree Rogers – Woman of the Year Award
Josephine Wade – Lifetime Achievement Award
Introduction of Keynote Speaker
Keynote Address Desiree Rogers
Mixer Highlight Reel
Honoree Roll Call
Introduction of Women of Excellence Creed
Women of Excellence Creed
Closing Remarks
Senator Mattie Hunter
