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Julian Posada
Julian Posada is the President and CEO of LiftUp Enterprises, a for-profit social enterprise he founded in 2019.6 LiftUp Enterprises is committed to creating jobs and bridging the wealth gap, focusing on providing livable jobs with basic benefits and wraparound services to support employee well-being and accelerate their pursuit of wealth and stability.13
Posada has a diverse career background:
- Founder and President of LiftUp Enterprises (2019-present)5
- President of the Chicago Fire Soccer Club (2010-2012)2
- EVP Marketing and Strategy at Wrapports LLC / SunTimes Media / Chicago.com (2013-2016)2
- Founder and President of Cafe Media LLC (2008-2010)2
- General Manager at Tribune Company / Hoy Newspaper (2003-2008)2
He holds an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and a BS in Food Systems Economics and Management from Michigan State University.14
Posada is actively involved in community service, serving on boards of organizations such as WTTW Public Television, Chicago Public Media (WBEZ), Metropolitan Planning Council, and Forefront.4 He has received several awards for his business achievements and community service, including being selected as a Business Leader of Color by Chicago United in 2007.4
