Hobson has been a Starbucks board member for more than 20 years and has served as has served as the board’s vice chair, chair and, most recently, lead independent director.
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Plans to offer co-ownership shares in Michael Jordan’s former mansion appear legally permissible, officials say
Lincolnshire resident John Cooper is offering an unspecified number of co-ownership shares in the now-former Jordan estate for at least $1 million each.
Chicago Reader announces layoffs and CEO exit as alternative weekly struggles to survive
Driven by an “urgent need to reduce costs” and the “imminent risk of closure” amid financial challenges, the Reader announced the immediate layoffs of six non-union employees, organizational restructuring and the resignation of CEO Solomon Lieberman in a news release this week.
Chicago Bulls’ and Blackhawks’ plan to begin remaking the neighborhood surrounding United Center wins commission approval
This initial step will include the privately financed construction of a 6,000-seat music hall, a boutique hotel and nearly 10 acres of green space
Supreme Court’s decision on a looming TikTok ban could come Friday
The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision could come Friday in the case about whether TikTok must shut down in a few days under a federal law that seeks to force its sale by the Chinese company that owns the social media platform.
Winnetka house made famous by the movie ‘Home Alone’ sells for $5.5M
The five-bedroom mansion has gotten its first new owners in 13 years — and seven years after the current owners renovated and expanded it.
North & Maple Kitchen and Bar to open location in New Lenox
Owner Jimmy Kollintzas plans to open a second location of the Tinley-based North & Maple Kitchen and Bar in New Lenox.
Chicago Housing Authority ordered to pay $24 million in lead poisoning lawsuit brought by two residents
Two residents alleged the defendants knew their unit had lead-based paint and that their children suffered “severe lead poisoning.”
US government sues Southwest Airlines and fines Frontier for chronically delayed flights
One of the flights was between Chicago Midway International Airport and Oakland, California.
Ron Roberts Founder and CEO of Roberts Retirement Group, Interviewed on the Influential Entrepreneur Podcast Discussing Estate Planning for Retirement
Ron Roberts discusses estate planning for retirement Listen to the interview on the Business Innovators Radio Network: Interview with Ron Roberts Founder and CEO of Roberts Retirement Group Discussing Estate Planning for Retirement Ron Roberts, founder and CEO of Roberts Retirement Group, shared the often-overlooked topic of estate planning for retirement. He explores the importance of considering what happens to your assets after you pass, emphasizing that while many focus on retirement savings and longevity, the distribution of wealth to heirs is equally crucial. Ron shares insights into his approach…