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2018 IICF Blazing the Trail Benefit
March 8, 2018 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
IICF Blazing the Trail Benefit — Presented by CNA
Join your insurance industry colleagues as we celebrate collaborative philanthropy!
For her exemplary service to IICF and the insurance industry, IICF will honor this year’s trailblazer:
Deborah Babcock, Katie School of Insurance
2018 Blazing the Trail Benefit
Thursday, March 8, 2018
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago
IICF’s largest fundraising event, Blazing the Trail, brings together hundreds of insurance professionals for an inspiring evening of networking and celebration. The Cocktail Hour and a Dessert Reception offer guests the opportunity to re-connect with old friends and network with new ones. The evening’s Dinner Program focuses on recognizing companies and industry leaders for their forward-thinking in both business and in philanthropy, while applauding the collective good works and impact of our trade.
This year, IICF will honor Deborah Babcock of the Katie School of Insurance at Illinois State University for her exemplary philanthropic leadership and exceptional service to IICF. Guests will also hear from featured speaker Mary Kate Callahan, member of USA World Championship Paratriathlon Teams, and advocate for Paralympic programming and international sports envoy.
Proceeds of the evening’s events will benefit the Midwest Division’s Community Grants Program, which help support nonprofit organizations focused in the areas of health, education and safety.
Past grant recipients have included Bernie’s Book Bank, Children’s Home + Aid, By the Hand Club, DuPage PADS, BuildOn and Genesys Works.