Sanita Lewis, the current Director of Anchor Mission for West Side United, oversees all workforce and small business development initiatives. Sanita is a data-driven, experienced, passionate mentor and professional in the industry. JT was honored to explore Sanita's journey at West Side United and as a female leader.
Read MoreThis past year, on behalf of the Foundation For Systemic Change, JT assisted with creating and implementing a national high school journalism competition - The Fred Ross Systemic Change Journalism Competition - that aims to tackle today's most pressing issues.
Read MoreBrooke Flanagan is the current Executive Director for Steppenwolf Theatre Company, America's premier ensemble theatre. She has worked in the theater industry for many years, including working at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater and the Santa Fe Opera. JT sat down with her during Women’s History Month to talk about her work as a female business leader in the arts.
Read MoreOne year ago, Russian forces launched a full-scale invasion on Ukraine leaving many Ukrainians in search of humanitarian aid. Like many across the country, resilient citizens banded together to support one another. Among them is Vostok SOS, a Ukrainian-based non-governmental organization that aims to provide comprehensive assistance to victims of military aggression.
Read MoreWhen community leaders in West Garfield Park became aware of 13-year lifespan gap between their neighborhood and those who live just six miles away in the loop, they sprung to action to develop a plan to address the critical needs of their community and increase their quality of life
Read MoreSeptember is National Recovery Month, a time to reflect on the tragic epidemic of opioid use facing Chicago and the nation.
Read MoreJT proudly supports diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and as Women’s History Month comes to a close, we get to know two women leaders who are taking charge and setting the standard in the world of communications and public affairs.
Read MoreAt JT, we are proud to support our clients on a wide array of issues — many of which concern public health. As our city continues to wrestle COVID-19 and reckon with systemic social barriers, health disparities have never been more apparent.
Read MoreJT’s digital team shares insights and lessons learned at Digital Summit 2021, a digital marketing conference featuring industry leaders and innovative strategies driving the profession forward.
Read MoreThis summer, as part of JT Gives Back initiative, we provided pro bono event and media relations support to the Love, Unity & Values (LUV) Institute to execute a campaign and launch event for the Parade of Hearts.
Read MoreOn September 13, nearly 1,000 attendees gathered (some at the Chicago Hilton, others virtually) for the Chicago Foundation for Women’s 36th annual luncheon – Rise Up, Disrupt.
Read MoreLakeview Pantry, Brookfield Zoo and Lake County Health Department take gold, while Forefront Census videos earn silver.
Read More2021 UIC Urban Forum nearly doubles attendance through the use of paid digital tactics
Read MoreJT partners with Walder Foundation to build and promote the new platform supporting performing artists still impacted by the pandemic.
Read MoreChicago Foundation for Women treats every month like Women’s History Month by championing women’s health, economic security and freedom from gender-based violence at every turn.
Read MoreJT partnered with GoldStar Communications on a public education and advocacy campaign to secure state funding for critically needed health transformation on Chicago’s South Side.
Read MoreJT and Wyn-Win Communications partner with Illinois Equal Justice Foundation to develop a statewide public education campaign to reach Illinoisans eligible for cannabis expungement.
Read MoreWe were proud to partner with Lakeview Pantry, Chicago’s largest food pantry, to produce their 50th anniversary virtual event, Fighting Hunger, Feeding Hope at Wrigley Field on November 12 – hosted by Cubs broadcaster, Jim “JD” Deshaies.
Read MoreJoin Rick Jasculca and the friends he’s made along the way, as JT launches a new web series “Perception Reception.”
Read MoreWe’re proud to be recognized amongst our impressive industry colleagues at the Publicity Club of Chicago ’s first ever virtual Golden Trumpet Awards ceremony this month.
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