Every year at the Chicago Pride Parade, the Lerner family sets up a lemonade stand with one goal: raise money for Howard Brown Health. Nearly a decade later, this tradition has raised thousands for LGBTQ+ care across Chicago. Read more from @windycitytimes.com: windycitytimes.com/2025/10/28/f...

🎙Coming soon on #TheBroadCast! Hosts Becky Carroll and Eileen Dordek sat down with Dr. Edda Fields-Black, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of “COMBEE: Harriet Tubman, the Combahee River Raid, and Black Freedom during the Civil War.” Subscribe: open.spotify.com/show/6iHnTB6...

On #VeteransDay, we honor the service of individuals who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces and recognize those who continue to shape our communities long after their time in the military. Learn more about the history of the day and how it’s evolved:

We had a great time hosting Communicating LGBTQ+ Stories with Publicity Club of Chicago! Big thanks to Precious Brady-Davis, Dr. Travis Gayles, Jake Wittich & moderator Sean Lewis for a thoughtful convo on authentic, year-round LGBTQ+ representation in media.

It’s official: The #CleanSlateAct is headed to the Governor’s desk! Championed by Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, it will seal records for nonviolent felony convictions, creating real second chances across Illinois. Read more:

Congratulations to UNO on a hugely successful #CarreraDeLosMuertos 5K this weekend! Nearly 8,000 Chicagoans came together to celebrate Día de los Muertos and support UNO’s work to uplift programming for girls across Chicago. Read more: www.cbsnews.com/chicago/vide...

Happy Halloween from #TeamCStrategies! 🎃 Have a sweet and spooky day!

Congrats to Thresholds CIO Dayo Popoola, named a 2025 Notable Leader in Health Care Tech by Crain's Chicago Business! His work modernizing systems and using tech to improve care is making a real difference. Congrats on this well-deserved honor! 👏

Meet the panelists for our upcoming event with the @Publicity Club of Chicago, Communicating LGBTQ+ Stories! We’re thrilled to be joined by Precious Brady-Davis, Jake Wittich and Dr. Travis Gayles + moderator Sean Lewis. Buy tickets here: www.publicity.org/news-events/...

Welcome Maddie Stengel, our new Senior Director of Editorial Content! Maddie brings years of experience in speechwriting and comms across government and the private sector — most recently as the lead writer for Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton‘s state office. Help us welcome Maddie to the team! ✨

Save the date: Nov. 6! #TeamCStrategies is hosting a convo on covering LGBTQ+ stories in authentic, inclusive ways year-round. Panel includes MWRD Commissioner Precious Brady-Davis, Dr. Travis Gayles, Jake Wittich + moderator Sean Lewis. Learn more + RSVP: www.publicity.org/news-events/...

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.

On Nov. 1, UNO hosts its beloved Carrera de los Muertos 5K in Pilsen — a celebration of culture, community and tradition that supports UNO’s programs empowering girls in Chicago. With 5K+ runners already registered, it’s set to be a big one. 🏵💀 Volunteer or support: www.unochicago.org/la-carrera

Congrats to Chicago artist Tonika Lewis Johnson, named one of 22 MacArthur Foundation “genius grant” recipients! She joined #TheBroadCast in 2023 to talk about her Folded Map project, redlining, art as activism and more. Revisit The Art and Activism Episode:

We’re honored to be named to the 2025 PRNEWS Agency Elite Top 120 — recognizing the top PR firms in the country! From the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park to Golden Apple and crisis comms, we’re proud to lead work that makes an impact.

From the DNC to @IllinoisEDC.bsky.social, Christy George is helping lead Illinois into the future — from quantum to clean energy to advanced manufacturing. Hear her story on the latest episode of #TheBroadCast with Becky Carroll and Eileen Dordek. 🎧

On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor Native communities who have shaped Illinois for generations. A new state law ensures students learn Indigenous history and perspectives in schools across Illinois. Read more:

Big news for the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park! @Pasqal, a global leader in quantum computing, is the latest tech powerhouse to join the Park, marking its first U.S. location right here in Illinois. Read more from Crain’s:

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! 🎁

On the next episode of #TheBroadCast, Christy George joins to talk the DNC, public service and building an inclusive economy as President and CEO of @IllinoisEDC.bsky.social. Don’t miss this one — subscribe to get alerts when it drops: open.spotify.com/show/6iHnTB6...

#TeamCStrategies celebrated wins at the PRSA Chicago Skyline Awards last week! We were proud to be finalists in four categories, and to be taking home three awards! Thanks to PRSA Chicago for having us for a fun night of celebration, and congrats to all the winners!

The Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park broke ground this week — a major step for quantum innovation and investment on Chicago’s South Side! #TeamCStrategies is proud to tell the story of the #IQMP as it moves from vision to reality. #IQMPOpenForInnovation Read more:

🎉The Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park officially broke ground yesterday! This marks a major step in the effort to make Illinois a global leader in quantum tech and brings investment, education and workforce opportunities to the South Side. #IQMPOpenForInnovation iqmp.org/news/gov-pri...

Today, we’re celebrating two years with Senior Communications Manager Sarah Zegart! After joining us as an intern, Sarah later returned full-time, leading and supporting work on media relations, crisis communications and public affairs projects. Help us celebrate Sarah today!

#TeamCStrategies is proud to be a Stevie Women in Business Awards winner in Achievement in Tech Communications/PR for our work with the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park! This campaign has been one of our most ambitious, collaborative efforts to date, and we’re proud to be recognized.

What a night at the 2025 Publicity Club of Chicago Golden Trumpet Awards! 🎺 #TeamCStrategies is bringing home wins across five categories — and big congrats to Sr. Director of Content Emma Kluever on being named to PCC’s 30 Under 30! Grateful for the recognition and our amazing clients.

Illinois made its mark on the global stage last week 🇯🇵🌎 @IllinoisEDC.bsky.social joined leaders at the U.S.–Midwest–Japan Conference to connect with global partners and showcase why Illinois is a hub for innovation, talent and investment. #TeamIllinois

It’s the start of #HispanicHeritageMonth! Chicago is home to one of the largest Mexican-American communities in the U.S., and their culture and contributions shape our city every day. Find ways to celebrate via Choose Chicago:

Congrats to the Golden Apple Foundation for being named one of @crainschicago.bsky.social’s 2025 Best Places to Work! Their strong team culture helps power their work to address the teacher shortage. We’re proud to partner with this outstanding organization! www.chicagobusiness.com/awards/best-...

We’re proud to celebrate Becky Carroll, Claire Salzman and Caroline Brooks for being named to the 2025 PRNEWS #PRPeopleoftheYear list for their work in crisis, digital and nonprofit communications. Help us congratulate them on these wins!

A CEO transition is a chance to tell your story. From messaging to media and stakeholder outreach, C-Strategies Inc helps organizations roll out leadership announcements with clarity and impact. Let’s make the moment count. Reach out: www.cstrategies.com/contact

#TeamCStrategies was all over Chicago in August, from the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park site to Brave Space Alliance’s Dignity Dash and an Economic Club of Chicago event. We also helped share big news for Equality Illinois and Ald. Bennett Lawson. Here’s a look back! 👇

Happy Birthday to our Senior Director of Content, Emma Kluever! Since starting as an intern more than five years ago, Emma has grown into a thoughtful and trusted leader, bringing sharp strategy and editorial excellence to everything we create.

#TeamCStrategies is thrilled to be named finalists in five categories at the 2025 Publicity Club of Chicago Golden Trumpet Awards! Honored to have our work in public affairs, crisis comms, media relations and video recognized. Can’t wait to celebrate!

This #LaborDay, we’re honoring the labor movement, which has roots right here in Chicago. The fight for the eight-hour workday began with the 1886 Haymarket protests and sparked a global push for workers’ rights. Read more:

As students head back to school, the teacher shortage is still being felt across the country. The Golden Apple Foundation is working to change that — training and supporting future educators through its Scholars program, now expanding into Michigan. Read more:

#TeamCStrategies is proud to be a 3x winner at the 2025 Bulldog PR Awards! Judged by award-winning journalists, these honors are extra meaningful: 🥈Midsize Agency: C-Strategies 🥈PR Pro: Becky Carroll 🥈Crisis Management: C-Strategies

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...

🎉 Help us wish a happy birthday to our Senior Director of Content, Shawn Taylor! With more than two decades in journalism, she now brings unmatched storytelling and strategic expertise to our clients every day. We’re so grateful to have her on #TeamCStrategies — join us in celebrating Shawn today!

Congrats to Kinzie Capital Partners Founder & Managing Partner Suzanne Yoon on being named a Crain’s Chicago Business Notable M&A Dealmaker! Suzanne has steered major acquisitions at Kinzie and continues to shape Chicago’s business landscape and beyond. www.chicagobusiness.com/notables/cra...

Congrats to Brave Space Alliance on a successful first #DignityDash! The 5K at AIDS Garden Chicago honored trans lives and raised funds for vital services on the South and West Sides. #TeamCStrategies is grateful to support this work. Read more: wgntv.com/news/feature...

#TeamCStrategies was excited to cheer on President and CEO Becky Carroll as she moderated a conversation on quantum’s potential at this week’s Economic Club of Chicago member exchange with Josh Richman of PsiQuantum and Brad Henderson of P33 Chicago! 👏

Political attacks on housing and mental health services are growing nationwide. Thresholds CEO Mark Ishaug joined @wbez.org’s Reset to share why we can’t criminalize our way out of homelessness — and why Housing First works. Listen: www.wbez.org/reset-with-s...

Illinois is making major investments in quantum, and the rest of the country is taking notice. A new Wall Street Journal story explores why #TeamIllinois and the Pritzkers are investing in the tech, including bringing the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park to Chicago:

The @mlb.com All-Star Game is coming back to Wrigley Field in 2027 for the first time since 1990! Thanks to Alderman Bennett Lawson’s leadership on critical safety upgrades, Chicago is ready to deliver an unforgettable week. Read more about this announcement: www.chicagotribune.com/2025/08/01/w...

#TeamCStrategies was so proud to see our Sr. Director of Content Shawn Taylor moderating a panel at the NABJ Convention on college affordability and credentials, featuring Adam Harris, Susan Johnson and Dr. Jhenai Chandler! Grateful to see her lead this timely, thoughtful conversation! 👏

The first-ever Dignity Dash 5K from Brave Space Alliance is happening Aug. 17 at AIDS Garden Chicago. This trans-centered race honors lives, builds community and supports vital services for Black and Brown LGBTQ+ Chicagoans. Register here: www.classy.org/event/dignit...

Chicago’s trading legacy, quantum innovation, community investment and the future education workforce all made headlines this month — and #TeamCStrategies clients were at the center of it! Check out a few standout stories from July’s media coverage 🎥

Congrats to Caroline, our Senior Director of Communications, who is marking seven years with the #TeamCStrategies! A trusted leader and sharp strategist, Caroline has shaped some of our most impactful work and elevated the stories that matter most. We’re proud to have her at the heart of our team.

Access to gender-affirming care is under attack nationwide. This week, Brave Space Alliance CEO + Equality IL Interim CEO Channyn Lynne Parker joined @wttw.bsky.social to break down what’s driving recent clinic closures in Chicago. Watch here: news.wttw.com/2025/07/29/a...