Ivy is a dynamic leader who drives results through project management, change management, and strategic planning. Most recently, she made a significant impact as the first Chief of Staff at Advanced Group, partnering closely with the Executive Chairman and CEO to facilitate communication and collaboration across the company, foster alignment, and support the Executive Leadership Team in executing key initiatives.Prior to her role at Advanced Group, Ivy worked with Chicago Public Schools, the third-largest school district in the United States, and the City of Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs & Special Events. She has a proven track record in planning and executing large-scale events, driving process improvements, advancing strategic initiatives, and enhancing cross-functional team collaboration. Ivy excels at building strategic relationships across organizations and communities.A lifelong Chicagoan, Ivy holds a BS in Tourism Management from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, an MS in Integrated Marketing Communications from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, a Certificate in Project Management from Northwestern University, and is a Certified Change Practitioner.Areas of Expertise: Project Management | Strategic Planning & Execution | Team Leadership | Change Management | Problem-Solving | Event Planning & Execution | Volunteer Management | Social Impact | Arts & Culture | DE&I | Financial Acumen | Marketing & Communications | Human Resources | Corporate Sponsorship | Community Engagement | Policy Development | Stakeholder Relations | Contract Negotiation | Hospitality Management | Local Government