Jon Harris
Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer
Conagra Brands
Congratulations to the Ravinia Festival for once
again presenting an exceptional season that uniquely
engages our hometown community in an incredibly
diverse celebration of music. Knowing that the
quintessential Ravinia experience also includes an abundant picnic, we
are always proud when some of our delicious brands take center stage
at your feast. We all know that great food comes from companies and
brands that have an unwavering dedication to doing
what’s right for all, which includes supporting the
local community. Conagra Brands Foundation is
proud to support Ravinia and its winning 2018
season. Bravo!
Kim Simios
Chicago Managing Partner
Ernst & Young LLP
EY is committed to doing its part in building a
better working world for our people, for our clients,
and for our communities. Our sponsorship of the
2018 Ravinia Festival season is just one example
of our ongoing effort to help build a stronger Chicago. Locally, EY has
more than 3,400 people who recognize our responsibility to contribute
our time and talent to drive positive change. We are especially focused
on developing future generations of talent by mentoring youth and
addressing issues of access to higher education. That’s
why we’re proud to support Ravinia and its music
education programs that benefit school children
throughout Chicago. By working with organizations
like Ravinia, we can help ensure remarkable music and
music education are available to everyone.
Chris Klein
Chief Executive Officer
Fortune Brands Home & Security
Fortune Brands Home & Security is committed to
supporting organizations that are important to the
communities in which our employees live and work.
Through our legendary brands, like Moen faucets,
Omega cabinetry, Aristokraft cabinetry, Therma-Tru entry doors, and
Master Lock and SentrySafe security products, we help fulfill the dreams
of homeowners and help people feel more secure. We are proud to
partner with Ravinia, a cultural centerpiece of our community, and we
look forward to celebrating this Ravinia
season with you.
E. Scott Santi
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
ITW
As a longtime supporter of the arts, ITW is proud to
sponsor the Ravinia Festival. ITW and Ravinia share
similar roots, both having been founded in the Chicago
area early in the last century. Over the years, both
institutions have grown tremendously, expanded their reach, and positively
impacted the communities they serve. ITW is proud to support Ravinia’s
Reach*Teach*Play education programs and to serve
as a season sponsor of the 2018 Ravinia Festival.
Gil M. Soffer
Managing Partner, Chicago & National Co-Chair, Litigation
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP is proud to continue
its support of the Ravinia Festival for the 2018 season.
Through Katten Cares, we celebrate the impact arts
and culture have on our community by sponsoring
great organizations like Ravinia. We
welcome you all to what is expected
to be a very inspirational season.
Marcus Lemonis
Serial Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Host of CNBC’s
Reality Series, The Profit
Marcus—A Marcus Lemonis Company
Partnering with the Ravinia Festival is a natural fit for
me personally as well as for the many local businesses
I am a part of. We have a great passion for the arts,
dining, fashion, fun, and outdoor entertainment to be
shared with family and friends. The unique setting of the Ravinia Festival
is accommodating for music, art, and outdoor enthusiasts from all walks
of life, and I am proud to sponsor and support Ravinia’s continued
contributions to the musical arts.
The Ravinia Festival is synonymous with good times, good friends, and
great summer entertainment, and we are excited for the 2018 Ravinia
Festival season.
Justin Ferdula
Chicago Complex Director
RBC Wealth Management
At RBC Wealth Management, we believe the strength
of our business is directly tied to the well-being of
the communities where we live and work. For over
100 years, RBC has strived to be the leading provider
of financial services while building strong partnerships with our clients
and communities. We are proud to support the Ravinia Festival, which
brings music not only to thousands of concertgoers each year, but also
to local classrooms and communities through its Reach*Teach*Play
education programs. By supporting the arts, our goal is to help foster
greater dialogue and appreciation for the role that art and culture play
in shaping our communities. RBC Wealth Management is a proud 2018
Season Sponsor of the Ravinia Festival — celebrating more than 20 years
of support.
SALUTE TO
SPONSORS
A MARCUS LEMONIS COMPANY
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