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Richard Daley meets IOC chief for the first time since Chicago was snubbed

07/31/12 — They met at a reception sponsored by Coca-Cola.

07/31/12 — He created special “Do Not Disturb” signs featuring the artist.

07/30/12 — Bernadette Peters was the headline act.

Don Thompson, Irene Rosenfeld hit Olympics opening ceremonies

07/27/12 — Meanwhile, the British consul general in Chicago watches the ceremony on his telly.

YWCA boots Christine Bork, starts national search for new CEO

07/26/12 — “After careful and continuous review of the YWCA's operational, financial and strategic priorities and goals, the board believes it's in our best interest to infuse new leadership into the organization,” board President Gwendolyn...

07/25/12 — Lighting company owner Peter Thornton brings home coveted Royono trophy for being the first boat to cross the finish line.

07/25/12 — "There are very few people who have as much passion and genuine concern for the restaurant community," said Gibsons' John Colletti, who becomes chairman of the association.

Chicago Council on Global Affairs taps 22 new leaders

07/25/12 — They'll spend two years studying how global issues affect Chicago.

07/24/12 — The jump from selling cars to selling art isn't all that big of a leap, says Mr. Asmus of his partnership with art dealer Arica Hilton.

07/24/12 — The Chicago philanthropist and businesswoman joined the president on a flight today, according to a report.

07/24/12 — “Right now it's an idea. We're ready to have some feasibility discussions on how to connect each other,” said the DuSable president and CEO.

07/23/12 — Barbara Bowman, Valerie Jarrett's mom, will host one of the fundraisers.

About Shia

Crain's keeps tabs on how CEOs run their businesses. But the money trail doesn't stop there. Columnist Shia Kapos writes scoops about Chicago power brokers and their back-room deals, big donations and what happens once they leave the office.