Leadership

The Junior League of Chicago is governed by our Board of Directors and Executive Officers, all of whom are volunteer members of the League.

The Junior League of Chicago’s Board of Directors derives its authority from and is accountable to the League membership. The Board of Directors acts in the best interest of the League through the exercise of the duties of Care, Loyalty, and Obedience, with a sound understanding of legal & fiduciary responsibilities.

Board members lead by example through contributions to the JLC’s Annual Fund, other JLC funds, participate in community initiatives, and attend JLC development events in order to encourage League-wide participation. As the League’s governing board, they ensure adherence to the mission, vision, and set the strategic plan.

Below is a list of our current Executive Officers and Board of Directors for the 2021-2022 League year:

Executive Officers of the Junior League of Chicago

  • President: Kristin Bernhard
  • Executive Vice President: Rebecca Hogan
  • Senior Vice President of Strategy: Taylor Trovillion Sinclair
  • Treasurer: Julia Byers
  • Recording Secretary: Magda Pecyna

Junior League of Chicago Board of Directors

  • Advocacy Director: Rebekah Bueschel
  • Board Member-at-Large: Jennessa Tabba
  • Board Member-at-Large: Liz Kennedy
  • Board Member-at-Large: Cara Stern
  • Board Member-at-Large: Alexis Curtis
  • Board Member-at-Large: Kara Goodbrand
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Director: Lekisha Gunn
  • Fundraising Director: Danielle Powers
  • Nominating Director: Patrice Gramberg

Our Management Committee

Management Committee members lead by example through contributions to the Junior League’s Annual Fund, other JLC funds, participation in community initiatives, and attendance at JLC events in order to encourage League-wide participation.

  • Advocacy Vice President: Colleen Breems
  • Budget Vice President: Vicki Mudro
  • Community Vice President: Cristina Galvan
  • Diversification Director-Elect: Ri Dawson
  • Education and Training Vice President: Sarah Kimmer
  • Education and Training Vice President-Elect: Amy Maslar
  • Event Development Vice President: Lacey Chester
  • Executive Vice President-Elect: Bridgette Lobdell
  • Facilities Chair: Damaris Aquino
  • Fund Development Vice President: Katie Hyduk
  • Membership Vice President: Michelle Jones
  • Membership Vice President-Elect: Katherine Kemmer
  • Nominating Director-Elect: Cassie Gray
  • Personnel Vice President: Amy Marchlen
  • Project Development Vice President: Kristen V. Grisius
  • Project Development Vice President-Elect: Carolyn Skoul
  • Senior Vice President of Strategy-Elect: Sarah McCarron
  • Sustainer Vice President: Melissa Cherbak
  • Sustainer Vice President: Jennifer Luby
  • Technology Vice President: Kamaria Campbell
  • Technology Vice President-Elect: Carla Faustino
  • Treasurer-Elect: Jessica Bonham

Become a Leader in the Junior League of Chicago

To learn about available leadership opportunities, please review the JLC Leadership Manual and be sure to complete the Leadership Interest Indicator.