Review/Update Winter 2013 - Lake Forest Academy

Distinguished LFA CommunityMembers Form Panelfor the 8th Annual ChicagoNetworking EventBy Julie Kennedy(from l to r) Panelists atthe 8th annual ChicagoNetworking Event:J. Christopher Reyes P’03,P’07, P’16, Dan Doheny,Marianne Silver P’06, P’08,P’16, Jeff Silver P’06, P’08,P’16, Ben Malek ’91,John Strudwick, andBrian R. Gamache.In its eighth year, LFA’s Chicago Networking Event continues to present topics ofimportance to the Chicago-area LFA community. Panelists representing LFA alumni,trustees, and parent constituencies gathered on Wednesday, February 27, 2013,at The Northern Trust Company in Chicago to lead a discussion on Technology:Innovation & Entrepreneurship. Presenting to a full house, this year’s panelistsshared their insights into how innovative uses of technology become a source ofcompetitive advantage, leading to sustainable business and entrepreneurial success.Of special interest to the LFA students and faculty in attendance, paneliststouched on the critical role educators play in promoting knowledge in science,technology, and mathematics.“The Lake Forest Academy Chicago Networking Event can go toe to toe withany business networking lunch in the city, and seems to keep getting better eachyear. It is an amazing opportunity for us to gather our community in a professionalsetting that blends the occasion to engage in a fascinating topic whilepreserving time to network with LFA friends. This year was particularly excitingas we had not only a great topic but an all-LFA panel. It’s perfect,” —Jeff Keller’87, Chair of the LFA Board of Trustees.After a warm welcome from Rick Waddell, Chairman and Chief ExecutiveOfficer of The Northern Trust Corporation, LFA Head of School John Strudwickmoderated a discussion amongst trustee Brian R. Gamache; trustee and alumnus,Ben Malek ’91; life trustee and current parent J. Christopher Reyes joined by6 Review Winter 2013 8 Click: www.lfanet.org