Recognition

CHICAGO — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today hosted a celebration to commemorate LGBTQ+ History Month at the state government building at 555 W. Monroe St. The event was an opportunity to reflect on the great achievements of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people, and their allies. Frerichs presented awards to leaders in the community, education, legislature, business, labor, and arts. “Today, we took a moment to recognize the contributions of our LGBTQ+ neighbors,” Frerichs said. “Let’s celebrate their dedication to justice and equal opportunity, and the history surrounding…

SPRINGFIELD — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs has been chosen as the next president of the National Association of State Treasurers, the nation’s foremost authority for responsible state treasury programs and related financial practices, policies and education. Frerichs, who has been serving as NAST senior vice president, was elected president at the organization’s annual business meeting in October. His term as president begins on Jan. 1, 2024. “I’m honored to be chosen by my peers as the next leader of NAST, the leading voice for excellence in public finance,” Frerichs…

CHICAGO — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today hosted a celebration to commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month, honoring the work of community leaders. The event was an opportunity to reflect on the great achievements of Hispanics and present awards to eight Latino leaders, including a retired White Sox executive, a TV news anchor, the CEO of Chicago Public Schools and the director of a Puerto Rican arts organization. “Today, let us take a moment to recognize the contributions of our Hispanic and Latino neighbors,” Frerichs said at the event held at…