Kara has a 20-year background in nonprofit and education, serving most recently as Development Associate for PACTT Learning Center, an organization that serves children and adults on the autism spectrum. Kara got her start working in public relations for a national restaurant chain in Los Angeles.
She was introduced to the Chicago philanthropic community through her community affairs position at LaSalle Bank and has held positions in the nonprofit sector in major gifts at Rush Medical Center and at the Children’s Memorial Hospital Foundation.
Kara also recently has worked in public education and actively supports her three children’s participation in the arts. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking and time with family and friends.