Speaking up on Racism

Katie Lane Appointed as Clayco’s Chief Talent Officer

I am delighted to announce the appointment of our Clayco family’s new Chief Talent Officer, Katie Lane!  Katie is a great addition to our team. She has valuable expertise driving talent results from her former role at Dale Carnegie, where she created and maintained customized learning and development solutions for large clients. Katie’s organizational effectiveness helped her successfully expand the regional footprint of the office and lead a team of almost 24 people.  As the official...

Katie Lane Appointed as Clayco’s Chief Talent Officer

Katie Lane Appointed as Clayco’s Chief Talent Officer

I am delighted to announce the appointment of our Clayco family’s new Chief Talent Officer, Katie Lane!  Katie is a great addition to our team. She has valuable expertise driving talent results from her former role at Dale Carnegie, where she created and maintained...

The Power of Wearing Your Pride

The Power of Wearing Your Pride

“Always stand up for what you believe in, just like my senior quote.” This is what Colorado Grand Valley High School senior Naomi Peña Villasano said, which is a fitting representation of her recent struggle with her school board and local government about wearing a...

May’s Inspiration of the Month: Remembering Tina Turner

May’s Inspiration of the Month: Remembering Tina Turner

Tina Turner was a trailblazing icon in more ways than one.  Born Anna Mae Bullock on November 26, 1939 in Brownsville, Tennessee, she was later known as the "Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll". Turner came from humble beginnings. She started singing in her small town’s church...

My Own “Blind Side” Story – but even Better!

My Own “Blind Side” Story – but even Better!

I have said that blood is thicker than water, but that you can welcome people into your blood, and you should – meaning the concept of family can be built, structured, and strengthened in the ways you choose, or how life chooses for you.  I started Clayco in 1984 when...

Receiving the Ellis Island Medal of Honor

Receiving the Ellis Island Medal of Honor

As someone who works hard to create a positive impact and legacy for the benefit of global communities, I am humbled to be included on the prestigious list of Ellis Island Medal of Honor recipients.  I would like to thank my friend and amazing North American hero,...

CRG Appoints New Executive Leadership

CRG Appoints New Executive Leadership

In recognition of the amazing growth and success at CRG, dynamic changes to its leadership team were announced this week that will propel the firm forward as it expands nationwide.  Shawn Clark will assume the role of CRG’s CEO, and Chris McKee, the previous Chief...

Latin America GRI Real Estate 2023

Latin America GRI Real Estate 2023

Innovation can always be generated by a good old-fashioned “meeting of the minds,” especially when those minds are as diverse as they are sharp – and are intensely focused on business. More than 300 senior and C-level executives, as well as leaders in development,...

Celebrating Earth Day

Celebrating Earth Day

Every Earth Day, I’m reminded how far I have come. In the early 90s, I was working from home one day ― a rarity ― when my son Shawn was about seven years old. I was in my study, focusing on some key priorities I had that day, when Shawn darted in and out of the room a...

Supporting Mayor-Elect Brandon Johnson

Supporting Mayor-Elect Brandon Johnson

Shawn and I love Chicago. We have deep roots and headquarters here, and we are always looking for the next step of innovation to make our communities stronger and safer. We pledge our best effort and goodwill to Mayor-Elect Brandon Johnson. The ME won a tough election...

THOUGHTS

The Power of Wearing Your Pride

The Power of Wearing Your Pride

“Always stand up for what you believe in, just like my senior quote.” This is what Colorado Grand Valley High School senior Naomi Peña...

The Power of Wearing Your Pride

The Power of Wearing Your Pride

“Always stand up for what you believe in, just like my senior quote.” This is what Colorado Grand Valley High School senior Naomi Peña...

CRG Appoints New Executive Leadership

CRG Appoints New Executive Leadership

In recognition of the amazing growth and success at CRG, dynamic changes to its leadership team were announced this week that will propel...

Latin America GRI Real Estate 2023

Latin America GRI Real Estate 2023

Innovation can always be generated by a good old-fashioned “meeting of the minds,” especially when those minds are as diverse as they are...

Celebrating Earth Day

Celebrating Earth Day

Every Earth Day, I’m reminded how far I have come. In the early 90s, I was working from home one day ― a rarity ― when my son Shawn was...