Julian Posada Julian Posada is founder and President of LiftUp enterprises, a for-profit holding company that focuses on both economic and social outcomes, and that accelerates the stability and mobility of individuals in low-income communities. Most recently he was COO of The Resurection Project, where he focused on core operations including Marketing, Community Ownership, IT, and Property Management. Returning to publishing, Julian served as EVP of Marketing and Strategy for Chicago Sun-Times and Co- Publisher of the Chicago Reader, helping run several departments and initiatives. Earlier in his career, he was the President and CEO of the Chicago Fire Soccer Club. He was responsible for the day-to-day operations, serving as the top Fire business executive leading the strategic planning and overall management of the club.
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Chris redd
Redd is an actor, writer, stand-up comic and rapper and is returning to "Saturday Night Live" for his fourth season. He received an Emmy Award in 2018 for Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics and appeared in the 2016 film “Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping,” and opposite Kathy Bates in the Netflix original comedy series “Disjointed.” In 2019 he released his debut standup album, “But Here We Are.” Redd also starred in the cult classic series “Wet Hot American Summer” and was featured in NBC’s “Will & Grace,” Netflix’s “Love,” and Comedy Central’s “Detroiters.” Redd was previously a performer at Chicago’s Second City and has been deeply involved in giving back to the community by helping to raise millions for charity, performing in the 24-hour Letters to Santa Benefit, The Anthony Rizzo Laugh-Off For Cancer, The Chris Redd & Friends Charity Concert, and through the COVID-19 Protest Relief Fund that he founded. Chris is also on the board of directors of Poverty Alleviation Chicago.
