Heller College of Business Alumna Jennifer Erickson Named One of the Top 50 Women Leaders in Communications for 2025 by Women We Admire
"Women We Admire is pleased to announce The Top 50 Women Leaders in Communications for 2025. The women recognized this year demonstrate how clear, purposeful communication drives both connection and impact across industries." "Jennifer Erickson is the Executive Vice President of Communications at Mastercard and a member of the company's management committee. She is passionate about using innovative and authentic people-centric storytelling to advance the company's objectives." Erickson received her Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from Roosevelt University.
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- Arthur Rubloff Endowed Professor of Public Policy Ralph Martire Discusses Response to Mayor Johnson's Tax Plan in the Chicago Sun-Times"Reactions to Mayor Johnson’s fiscal year 2026 budget proposal for Chicago’s corporate fund — the city’s primary operating budget that covers the core public services folks expect, like police and fire protection, streets and sanitation, and social services — were just like the movie: fast and furious."
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