Bloom is CAC's signature fundraising event held in the spring. It's a night of incredible stories and great conversation, as supporters raise money for CAC's work in the community empowering young abuse survivors' voices and inspiring hope. This year two dedicated individuals are co-chairing Bloom, which takes place on Thursday, April 18, from 6-9PM.
Jeff Foreman is a valued MD in the North Shore of Chicago. After working in finance for five years in New York, he felt called to pursue further education to help others directly. He attended Loyola University Chicago for his post-baccalaureate program and then continued his passion for medicine at Loyola in the Stritch School of Medicine where he received his MD in 1997. After completing his Internal Medicine Residency, he went on to practice Internal Medicine in North Shore of Chicago from 2000-2018 including six and a half years as a concierge physician. He closed his practice in May of 2018, and he currently acts as a physician advisor for the medical software company Holon Solutions.
Today, Jeff continues to create space for giving back and helping others. Jeff is a valued volunteer for multiple not-for-profit organizations including the Children’s Advocacy Center of North and Northwest Cook County where he sits on the Board of Directors and is Chair of the Fundraising Committee. When asked to describe the CAC in 5 words he said, "Essential; Rescuers; Sanctuary; Protector; Advocates; Unknown- The CAC is an essential service for a very difficult issue that is not front and center in society. The CAC does so much for the most vulnerable in our society." Jeff is a passionate advocate for helping the CAC continue to provide not only immediate support but ongoing and long-term support to clients.
Kim Redmon is a seasoned professional with a remarkable journey in the financial services industry. With 20 years of experience under her belt at Morgan Stanley and predecessors, Kim honed her expertise in various aspects of finance, from investment management to financial services sales and marketing. She took a leap of faith and founded a FIN Tech company in 2014, leveraging her knowledge to develop innovative solutions for the financial services industry. Through her dedication and hard work, Kim successfully built and eventually sold her company, marking a significant milestone in her career.
Now, Kim has shifted her focus towards making a positive impact by collaborating with non-profit organizations. The CAC is important to Kim because "The work the CAC does is essential in ensuring that children receive the care and support they need to recover from trauma. What makes the CAC unique is they offer a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach to serving children and families who have experienced trauma and abuse." Kim chose to dedicate her time as co-chair to help play a direct role in raising funds and awareness to support the crucial work CAC provides. Kim has attended Bloom for 10+ years, bringing her network and immersing herself in a group of friends and community that has had an incredibly positive impact on the CAC for many years.
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