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The Leading Edge

THE LEADING EDGE

Defining success

The business literature has been filled of late with innumerable discussions about success–how to achieve it, how to measure it, what it looks like, and where it comes from.  Read More »

In with the nu

IN WITH THE NU

There’s still time: Nominate a Jew we should know!

Nominations are now underway for Double Chai in the Chi: Chicago's second annual Jewish 36 under 36 list.  Read More »

Joel Schatz

ASKEW

Fashion forward, French chocolat, and My Son, The Folksinger

"Fashion" and "frum" are words that don't usually go together, especially when you are talking about a traditional Orthodox man's wardrobe.  Read More »

Linda Haase

ETHICS OF THE MOTHER

Back to the future at age 21

On my daughter's 21st birthday, I spent part of the day reading a sampling of what I'd written when I was 21 myself.  Read More »

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State senator apologizes for Nazi-linked namecalling
Donne Trotter says comments were "inappropriate and wrong" after Federation leaders condemned his use of Hitler/Goebbels comparison in criticisizing governor's support of Department Director Julie Hamos.

'Sanctuary' focuses on 'Teen Philanthropy in Action'
Watch the full episode online now.

President Obama taps Pritzker for commerce secretary
The president nominated Penny Pritzker for commerce secretary and Mike Froman for the U.S. trade representative.

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Never give up hope because he or she could be just around the corner looking for you too.

Chicago day-school funding innovation tops $10 million
Latest distribution aids 17 local schools

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ISD 2013 Video

VIDEO: Community gathers at Ravinia for Israel Solidarity Day

More than 8,000 revelers gathered April 28 at Ravinia Festival for the Jewish United Fund's 2013 Israel Solidarity Day (ISD) featuring the Walk with Israel, in honor of Israel's 65th birthday. This year, the Chicago-area Jewish community came together for a Sunday in the park—a brand new venue—for one big event filled with exercise, tzedakah, music, food, family fun, and tons of Israeli spirit.

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'Sanctuary' focuses on 'Teen Philanthropy in Action'
Watch the full episode online now.

Jewish Federation opens fund for Oklahoma Tornado relief
Donations are being accepted to help those impacted by the devastating tornado that ripped through the Oklahoma City area Monday.

State senator apologizes for Nazi-linked namecalling
Donne Trotter says comments were "inappropriate and wrong" after Federation leaders condemned his use of Hitler/Goebbels comparison in criticisizing governor's support of Department Director Julie Ham

An interview with Josh Radnor
Getting to know the man behind Ted Mosby.

The long list of Jewish reality stars
These days it seems reality TV is taking over—this yenta is the first to admit she watches a lot of it, even though she knows she shouldn’t.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Sunday, Jun 02, 2013
Summer Co-Ed Softball

Monday, Jun 03, 2013
High Tech Division Dinner

Monday, Jun 03, 2013
Financial Services Division Dinner

Monday, Jun 03, 2013
Real Estate & Building Trades Division

Tuesday, Jun 04, 2013
Lawyers & Government Agencies Division Dinner

Tuesday, Jun 18, 2013
YLD Annual Meeting: June 18

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