Lakeside Alliance

Local and diverse business owners are encouraged to attend Lakeside Alliance’s upcoming information session ONE WEEK FROM TODAY on Thursday, March 20! Learn more about how to gain your diverse business certification and get your questions answered. ?? RSVP to Tracy Gary, [email protected]? ?? https://bit.ly/4iPgabc #LakesideAlliance #MBE #WBE #DBE #ObamaPresidentialCenter

“Your perspective is valuable, and you can inspire future generations.” Celebrate #WomensHistoryMonth by hearing from some of the women leading the charge here at Lakeside Alliance: Kristen, April, Blessing and Desiree ???? Throughout March, we’ll share more insights from the women of #TeamOPC who are helping deliver a world-class project — the #ObamaPresidentialCenter — in Chicago’s Jackson Park. #WomenInConstruction #LakesideAlliance

Today is #312Day, a celebration of #Chicago held annually on March 12th as a nod to the City’s original area code! As we build Chicago’s newest iconic landmark, #LakesideAlliance remains committed to ensuring the construction of the #ObamaPresidentialCenter has a lasting impact that extends far beyond the Center itself. Learn more about our story: https://bit.ly/4kpqZlY?

Lakeside Alliance project leaders Kate Van Zeyl, DBIA, AIA of Turner Construction Company and Kelly Powers Baria of Powers & Sons Construction were named to Construction Dive’s “Construction Champions” feature — a spotlight on the women shaping the #construction industry for the better. Join us in celebrating Kate and Kelly on this well-deserved recognition! ?? Lakeside Alliance congratulates all of this year’s exceptional honorees. See the full list here: https://bit.ly/4kvET68 #LakesideAlliance #ObamaPresidentialCenter

Stand in your power, don’t limit yourself and wear the pinkest thing you can find. Happy Women in Construction Week from the team at Lakeside Alliance! Be sure to follow along with us throughout March as we celebrate #WomenInConstructionWeek and #WomensHistoryMonth by spotlighting some of the remarkable women behind one of Chicago’s most iconic projects. You can’t be it if you can’t see it! #LakesideAlliance #ObamaPresidentialCenter #WICweek2025

To round out #BlackHistoryMonth, Lakeside Alliance Diversity and Inclusion Co-Lead Pam Brown shared her thoughts on the voices and movements that changed Chicago’s construction industry. ?? ?? In the blog, Pam shares how Black-led agencies, workforce partners and businesses all have their place in history moving the needle and showing we are stronger together than we are apart — plus, how she hopes we look back on the impact of #LakesideAlliance. Give it a read here: https://lnkd.in/gdVZ9hyx

From construction to cuisine, the #ObamaPresidentialCenter is all about leveraging local talent to create something extraordinary. ??? ?? In case you missed it, chef Cliff Rome, owner of Peach’s Restaurant in Bronzeville, is set to lead food services at the Center alongside Bon Appétit — bringing Chicago flavor to a national landmark. Another exciting moment for this historic project! Learn more: https://bit.ly/41o5Elw

When Pamyla Brown found out the #ObamaPresidentialCenter would be located in Chicago, there was no doubt in her mind that she had to be a part of it. Today, her role in the Center helps her feel connected to her son, mom and President Obama’s lasting legacy of inclusion. #BlackHistoryMonth #LakesideAlliance

??? Lakeside Alliance is partnering with Revolution Workshop to host an Information Session on careers in construction! Join us THIS Thursday, Feb. 27 at the #LakesideAlliance Resource Center to learn more about the application process and get your questions answered ?? Subscribe to our event calendar ?? https://lnkd.in/gTEyKxG6?

“Being a part of this is monumental.” For Bri'Shae Anderson, working on the #ObamaPresidentialCenter isn’t just a career milestone — it’s a tribute to her family legacy, diverse talent in construction and hope. #BlackHistoryMonth #LakesideAlliance