These days we all dread going into the bank to review our credit statements or to attend that monthly meeting with a financial advisor. In this economy what good news could possibly be shared? Well at MB Financial there’s no need to be worried if all the employees share similar qualities with Mary Kay Phillips, one of the five newest board members in the Lincoln Square Chamber of Commerce.
A resident of Chicago her entire life, Mary Kay has worked in the banking business for 16 years. Carly and I had the pleasure of sitting down with her and getting to know her a little better in her own element.
The first question we asked her was what interested her most about serving on the LSCC board of directors.She replied that Mindi and Melissa had helped her in the past, professionally and personally; she respects and values the work both Melissa and Mindi do for the Lincoln Square Community and would love to be a part of it.
Being a true “Chicagoan” Carly and I asked Mary Kay what her favorite part of the City was. Like many, she responded with the lakefront as well as the diversity of the restaurants. She also enjoys going to all the different museums and all the other attractions Chicago has to offer. Carly and I being new to Chicago ourselves, had to ask which restaurants she recommends; Pegasus in Greek Town, Lawry’s for an amazing steak and Gibbon’s is a must for a good time.
The last question we asked her was how she became involved in the banking business. She went on to say that she started immediately out of high school. Her Mom told her that she needed to get a job so that’s where it all started. Successful and living life, Mary Kay worked her way up the “ladder” to earn her position now, raving about how lucky she was to have such great mentors and bosses throughout her working career.
The Lincoln Square Chamber of Commerce is happy to welcome Mary Kay as a new member of the board of directors as well as the Treasurer, and like the others, we cannot wait to see what she will contribute to the new team.
Mary Kay Phillips
MB Financial
4800 North Western Avenue
Submitted by Maria Handberg
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