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#TeamCStrategies was hard at work in February securing stories for our clients! From simplifying the name-change process for trans people in Illinois to announcing a new community plan in Lakeview, here’s a look at some of the headlines from last month: 🎥
March 4, 2025 at 8:15 PM
#TeamCStrategies are Stevie American Business Award winners! We’re honored to have received awards for our public affairs and crisis communications work, as well as a firm-wide recognition. Here’s a look at what we took home this year!
April 29, 2025 at 2:10 PM
What does it take to build a global quantum hub? Yesterday’s panel at the Lincoln Forum broke it down — from the launch of the IQMP to bold state investments shaping the future of tech in Illinois. #TeamCStrategies was there to catch the big ideas driving this next frontier!
May 7, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Another successful trip for Intersect Illinois and #TeamIllinois is in the books! This week’s trade delegation to Mexico built connections with Mexican companies and shared what makes Illinois a top business destination. #TeamCStrategies was proud to support the mission’s communications stateside!
April 4, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Happy four year work anniversary to our incredible Senior Vice President of Communications, Lara Cooper! Lara’s expertise, leadership and dedication touch every part of our work, making #TeamCStrategies stronger every day. We’re so grateful to have her on our team — cheers to four amazing years! 🎉👏
February 11, 2025 at 4:02 PM
#TeamCStrategies was so happy to welcome rising high school senior Aminatta to shadow us in our office yesterday! We always love the opportunity to share our work with the next generation of PR pros, and we had a great time introducing her to the world of public affairs and strategic communications.
March 28, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Scholars from Golden Apple Foundation celebrated a major milestone at the Crystal Apple Ceremony, completing five years teaching in Illinois schools-of-need. #TeamCStrategies was glad to be there to cheer them on! 🍎👏
July 23, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Congrats to clients Smita Shah, Mark Ishaug, Sol Flores and Channyn Lynne Parker on being named 2025 Notable Leaders in Philanthropy by Crain’s Chicago Business! #TeamCStrategies is proud to support leaders giving back & building a more equitable Illinois.
Notable Leaders in Philanthropy 2025
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June 2, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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July 9, 2025 at 1:30 PM
#TeamCStrategies was on site with @Women’s Justice Institute for the UNBROKEN BONDS exhibit launch — highlighting nine years of the Reunification Ride and the enduring bonds between mothers and children separated by incarceration.
May 15, 2025 at 3:11 PM
#TeamCStrategies kicked off the summer with a team outing — and what better way to do it than by supporting our client, 44th Ward Alderman Bennett Lawson? A great night with the team supporting a leader building stronger communities in Chicago. ☀️
June 4, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Happy Birthday to Senior Communications Manager Laura Dacy! Since joining #TeamCStrategies this summer, Laura has quickly become a key part of our team, bringing our clients’ stories to life across earned and digital media. Help us celebrate her today! 🎁
October 9, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Join #TeamCStrategies behind the scenes at Cook County’s first-ever Language Access Month kickoff! Josina Morita introduced “I Speak” Cards in 34 languages to help residents communicate their language needs. A big step toward more accessible, inclusive government!
April 25, 2025 at 4:10 PM
#TeamCStrategies was on site as construction began at the first office-to-residential conversion in downtown Chicago! This first development at 79 W. Monroe will turn seven vacant office floors into 117 mixed-income residential units. Read more from @chicago.suntimes.com:
Transformation of historic Loop office building into housing begins
The 14-story building at 79 W. Monroe St. is part of the city's La Salle Corridor Revitalization initiative bringing more than 1,000 new apartments to the Loop.
chicago.suntimes.com
April 1, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Happy Halloween from #TeamCStrategies! 🎃 Have a sweet and spooky day!
October 31, 2025 at 1:13 PM
This week, VNA Health Care celebrated the opening of its newest clinic in Villa Park! 🎉 #TeamCStrategies was proud to be on-site as VNA marked this milestone, expanding access to high-quality, affordable healthcare services in a new community. Congratulations to VNA on this exciting moment!
March 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Congrats to VNA Health Care on the opening of their new east Aurora clinic! This facility will expand access to affordable services like family care, mental health, PT and more — reaching up to 17K patients in the next two years. #TeamCStrategies was proud to join for the ribbon cutting!
April 18, 2025 at 6:35 PM
#TeamCStrategies joined Pastor Cornelius Parks & Harvest Worship Center Ministries for their annual Easter Egg Hunt at Altgeld Park — 50,000 eggs, bouncy houses, face painting, food and more, thanks to event sponsor DoorDash! chicago.suntimes.com/entertainmen...
April 21, 2025 at 4:37 PM
This #PrideMonth, #TeamCStrategies celebrates Channyn Lynne Parker, CEO of Brave Space Alliance — a trailblazer in public health, equity & LGBTQ+ care. Her leadership at BSA and throughout the community is changing lives in Chicago and beyond. 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈
June 5, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Intersect Illinois has a new name: Illinois Economic Development Corporation! With 700+ business moves last year alone, the rebrand reflects major momentum. Congrats to the @illinoisedc.bsky.social team — #TeamCStrategies is proud to help share this story! www.chicagobusiness.com/politics/int...
Intersect Illinois undertakes a rebranding as it markets the state's economy
Intersect Illinois, the state’s public-private effort to recruit business, is changing its name but not its mission.
www.chicagobusiness.com
August 25, 2025 at 1:23 PM
#TeamCStrategies helped elevate powerful stories all across Illinois this May, from an in-depth look at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park to Brave Space Alliance’s inaugural soiree and more. Here’s a look! 🎥
June 4, 2025 at 5:01 PM
#TeamCStrategies joined Alderman Samantha Nugent last week as she announced $70K in grants to 39th Ward orgs supporting food access, sustainability, public spaces and youth programs. We’re honored to support Ald. Nugent and these community leaders! Read more:
blockclubchicago.org/2025/07/10/6...
6 Far NW Side Groups Get $70,000 Donation To Help Fund Garden, Mural And Park Projects
The 39th Ward office received the donation from the estate of the late philanthropist Donna King, an Evanston native and wife of late developer Terry King.
blockclubchicago.org
July 14, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Come #BehindTheScenes with #TeamCStrategies at the Publicity Club of Chicago Golden Trumpet Awards! 🏆We came together to celebrate a year of meaningful work and were proud to be recognized. Grateful for an evening of connection, celebration and impact.
October 21, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Happy Birthday to Senior Communications Manager Sarah Zegart! Sarah’s creativity, drive and dedication to every client she works with has a major impact on our work at C-Strategies, and we’re grateful to have her on our team. Help us wish Sarah a happy birthday! 🥳 #TeamCStrategies
April 28, 2025 at 2:12 PM
#TeamCStrategies had a great week at #TechChicagoWeek! From the Global Quantum Forum to the NQAC excitement, we were proud to support the teams shaping the future of quantum with @Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park ⚛️
July 25, 2025 at 1:58 PM