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About Us

A Team Dedicated to Our District, Members, and City

The Magnificent Mile Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and enhancing the iconic Magnificent Mile district in Chicago, Illinois. It represents the interests of businesses, property owners, and residents in the area.   

Here are some of the association's key responsibilities:

  • Economic Development: The Association works to attract new businesses, support existing ones, and promote the district as a prime destination for shopping, dining, and tourism.  
     
  • Public Safety: We collaborate with local authorities to ensure the safety and security of visitors and residents. 
     
  • Community Engagement: The Association fosters a sense of community and involvement among businesses and residents.   
     
  • Marketing and Promotion: We organize events, campaigns, and initiatives to promote the Magnificent Mile as a vibrant and attractive destination.   
     

In essence, The Magnificent Mile Association plays a crucial role in maintaining the district's reputation as a premier shopping and cultural destination in Chicago.

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15 Million

Mag Mile Visitors/Year
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123,300

Residents
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67%

of all hotel rooms in the central district
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21%

jobs in Chicago
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$17.6B

Consumer Spend​

2019 – 2023​

($6B more than any other area)

Association Team Members

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Kimberly Bares

President and Chief Executive Officer
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Karen Hickey

Director of Membership
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Denise Chudy

Denise Chudy

Director of Marketing and Communications
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Ellen Farrar

Executive Producer of The Wintrust Magnficent Lights Festival®
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Marshun Tolbert,

Government Relations Manager
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Victoria Knurowski

Membership & Events Manager
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Willie Richardson

Willie Richardson

Accountant
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Jane Bish

Volunteer
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Executive Board Members

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Justine Fedak,

Chair of the Board, rEvolution
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Nichole Benolken

Nichole Benolken,

Vice Chair, 360 CHICAGO
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Gabriel Constantin,

Treasurer, Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago
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Susan Jablonski,

Secretary, ClaimBuyout
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Donna Pugh,

Magnificent Mile Foundation Chair, 
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