Janet brings more than 25 years of nonprofit work and leadership experience to her role as Foundation Director
where she provides oversight of the administration, programs and strategic plan for the Foundation.
Janet has significant experience leading successful development initiatives for nonprofits that includes multi-million dollar fundraising campaigns, marketing and communications, board development and nonprofit management. During this time, she has raised millions of dollars for many causes including cancer research, homelessness, environmental and human services and most recently, in Palatine for an agency that helps youth who are struggling with mental health issues. Janet serves as the president of the University of Illinois Moms Association and has been a Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA) mentor and longtime volunteer for CCSD15 and D211 schools.