ANNUAL REPORT 2023-24
Mentorship in Action: Meet Gustavo and Ibrahima
Letter from our CEO
As I reflect on iMentor celebrating its 25th anniversary, I am in awe of how the iMentor community has come together to commemorate the organization’s achievements. Our milestone Champions Dinner Benefit welcomed 500 guests to recognize the impact that our 30,500+ mentors have had on 42,000+ students throughout the years – from college graduations, to career launchpads, to corporate boardrooms, and everywhere in between. We heard directly from mentors and mentees – some who met way back in 2002! – about how these relationships created a bridge between diverse worlds, fostering mutual growth and understanding.
This year also witnessed challenges for many of the students iMentor serves and the college landscape as a whole. The fall’s incoming first-year class saw a dip in enrollment of students of color at some of the country’s most recognized institutions, pointing to a possible trend that such schools appear unwelcoming to students of color and leave them discouraged from applying.
Nevertheless, I am optimistic. The work of iMentor is more pressing now than ever, and our mentees, mentors, staff, and supporters will rise to the occasion. Mentorship provides more than just guidance; it offers a beacon of hope and a roadmap to a future that might otherwise seem out of reach. As first-generation college students face increasing hurdles, our mentors are there to help build confidence and resilience to turn aspirations into achievable goals, making college and career success feel like a tangible reality.
The future of iMentor holds exciting new opportunities as we expand our programming beyond high schools. We are launching two groundbreaking initiatives that will extend our reach and impact and share our expertise in building transformative personal connections through mentoring relationships.
First, we are working with Macy’s as part of the brand’s social purpose platform Mission Every One to pilot a program that adapts our mentoring technology for use in non-profit youth organizations, fostering personal and professional growth for both the corporate colleagues and the young people they support. This program addresses the need for mentoring beyond the classroom, enriching extracurricular activities and community engagement.
In addition, we will roll out our iMentor College programming in New York City. This new initiative will integrate iMentor’s proven recruitment approach, curriculum, and technology platform into local colleges. By linking colleges with the corporate world, we aim to bridge the gap between talent and access, providing students with invaluable networking opportunities and career readiness support.
At iMentor, we believe mentorship is a powerful engine for social transformation. As we venture into this bold new chapter for iMentor, our commitment remains steadfast: to guide students, connect them with mentors and resources, and open doors to opportunities that will shape their futures for years to come.
Heather D. Wathington, Ph.D.
CEO, iMentor
Letter from our CEO
As I reflect on iMentor celebrating its 25th anniversary, I am in awe of how the iMentor community has come together to commemorate the organization’s achievements. Our milestone Champions Dinner Benefit welcomed 500 guests to recognize the impact that our 30,500+ mentors have had on 42,000+ students throughout the years – from college graduations, to career launchpads, to corporate boardrooms, and everywhere in between. We heard directly from mentors and mentees – some who met way back in 2002! – about how these relationships created a bridge between diverse worlds, fostering mutual growth and understanding.
This year also witnessed challenges for many of the students iMentor serves and the college landscape as a whole. The fall’s incoming first-year class saw a dip in enrollment of students of color at some of the country’s most recognized institutions, pointing to a possible trend that such schools appear unwelcoming to students of color and leave them discouraged from applying.
Nevertheless, I am optimistic. The work of iMentor is more pressing now than ever, and our mentees, mentors, staff, and supporters will rise to the occasion. Mentorship provides more than just guidance; it offers a beacon of hope and a roadmap to a future that might otherwise seem out of reach. As first-generation college students face increasing hurdles, our mentors are there to help build confidence and resilience to turn aspirations into achievable goals, making college and career success feel like a tangible reality.
The future of iMentor holds exciting new opportunities as we expand our programming beyond high schools. We are launching two groundbreaking initiatives that will extend our reach and impact and share our expertise in building transformative personal connections through mentoring relationships.
First, we are working with Macy’s as part of the brand’s social purpose platform Mission Every One to pilot a program that adapts our mentoring technology for use in non-profit youth organizations, fostering personal and professional growth for both the corporate colleagues and the young people they support. This program addresses the need for mentoring beyond the classroom, enriching extracurricular activities and community engagement.
In addition, we will roll out our iMentor College programming in New York City. This new initiative will integrate iMentor’s proven recruitment approach, curriculum, and technology platform into local colleges. By linking colleges with the corporate world, we aim to bridge the gap between talent and access, providing students with invaluable networking opportunities and career readiness support.
At iMentor, we believe mentorship is a powerful engine for social transformation. As we venture into this bold new chapter for iMentor, our commitment remains steadfast: to guide students, connect them with mentors and resources, and open doors to opportunities that will shape their futures for years to come.
Heather D. Wathington, Ph.D.
CEO, iMentor
More than half of iMentor students would be the first in their family to graduate from college
iMentor pairs every student with a mentor who guides them on their path to college through building life skills, social networking, and emotional support. These personal champions play a critical role in helping students navigate the complex college landscape to ensure they have access to schools that meet their needs and provide pathways to social and economic mobility.
95% of iMentor seniors were accepted into college
Whole-School Model
iMentor partners with schools in marginalized communities in which a majority of students will be first-generation college students. We match every student in a school with a mentor for a two-year commitment – offering each mentee, regardless of background or GPA, a champion for their success.
Curriculum and Staff Support
Students and mentors use a college success curriculum to guide them through the postsecondary process. A full-time staff member ensures the success of each relationship by providing case management support.
Personal Relationships
Students and mentors build their relationship through weekly online communications and monthly meetings. Mentors can provide a level of personalized support that could not be achieved through traditional school counseling alone.
OUR STUDENTS OUR STUDENTS
“If it wasn’t for Manuela, I wouldn’t have done everything that I did. She was one of the biggest supporters I had in high school,” she says. “She’s one of my best friends.”
Aylin and Manuela
Aylin and Manuela
Aylin recently graduated from high school, where she participated in soccer, volleyball, and flag football. Her mentor Manuela is a Ph.D. student at the University of Chicago. When the two were matched through iMentor in Aylin’s junior year, they instantly clicked.
“We connected right off the bat,” Aylin says. “[iMentor] helped me create a relationship with somebody that I can trust.”
This trust extended to Aylin’s family as well. Their shared Latin heritage helped Manuela connect with Aylin’s parents and establish her role in Aylin’s life. “As a mentor, it’s important that both your mentee and their parents trust you to help them make the right decisions,” Manuela says.
Aylin echoes the importance of Manuela’s connection with her family, who she says plays a significant part of her life and motivations. “Everything I do is to have a better life and to give my family a better life,” she remarks. “I want to be the image that they want me to be.”
For Manuela, making connections through iMentor was a valuable way to build roots in the U.S. Originally from Argentina, Manuela grew up in Montreal and moved to Chicago a few years ago. Manuela and her mentee explored different neighborhoods and restaurants beyond her college campus. “She’s really opened up my horizons,” Manuela says of Aylin’s impact on her. “I was living in this little bubble, and Aylin really integrated me into her community.”
Aylin is enrolled in Northeastern Illinois University. She dreams of becoming a special education teacher and spent the summer as a teaching assistant. Aylin feels fortunate to have Manuela in her life.
Aylin and Manuela
"If it wasn’t for Manuela, I wouldn’t have done everything that I did. She was one of the biggest supporters I had in high school,” she says. “She’s one of my best friends.”
Aylin and Manuela
Aylin recently graduated from high school, where she participated in soccer, volleyball, and flag football. Her mentor Manuela is a Ph.D. student at the University of Chicago. When the two were matched through iMentor in Aylin’s junior year, they instantly clicked.
“We connected right off the bat,” Aylin says. “[iMentor] helped me create a relationship with somebody that I can trust.”
This trust extended to Aylin’s family as well. Their shared Latin heritage helped Manuela connect with Aylin’s parents and establish her role in Aylin’s life. “As a mentor, it’s important that both your mentee and their parents trust you to help them make the right decisions,” Manuela says.
Aylin echoes the importance of Manuela’s connection with her family, who she says plays a significant part of her life and motivations. “Everything I do is to have a better life and to give my family a better life,” she remarks. “I want to be the image that they want me to be.”
For Manuela, making connections through iMentor was a valuable way to build roots in the U.S. Originally from Argentina, Manuela grew up in Montreal and moved to Chicago a few years ago. Manuela and her mentee explored different neighborhoods and restaurants beyond her college campus. “She’s really opened up my horizons,” Manuela says of Aylin’s impact on her. “I was living in this little bubble, and Aylin really integrated me into her community.”
Aylin is enrolled in Northeastern Illinois University. She dreams of becoming a special education teacher and spent the summer as a teaching assistant. Aylin feels fortunate to have Manuela in her life.
“He’s always the one person I don’t hide anything from. He’s not the person to judge,” Hamlet remarks. “He’s there for me every time.”
Hamlet and Paul
Hamlet and Paul
When Hamlet first met Paul in 2012, he admits that he did not see Paul as the type of mentor he was looking for; Hamlet wanted a mentor who was interested in sports like him, and Paul worked for decades in the garment business. As it turns out, Paul was a baseball enthusiast. The two quickly bonded over the Yankees and Mets and attended games together. Paul would even watch Hamlet play baseball with his high school team.
Looking back, Hamlet is glad that he was open with Paul from the beginning. “I never thought I would have this relationship with him. Sometimes we judge a book by its cover,” Hamlet says.
Hamlet earned a bachelor’s degree in planning, development, and operations from Niagara University in 2019. He says that Paul was instrumental in helping him reach this milestone. As a first-generation college student, Hamlet did not have another adult to ask for guidance about college applications or financial aid. “[Paul] came at a perfect time,” he says. “He had his kids go through college, so he shared that experience with me. He was a great role model.”
Years after receiving his degree, Hamlet is still particularly proud of that accomplishment. “I didn’t know anybody that went to college,” he says. “I never thought I’d have that experience in my life.”
With experience in finance, sales, and operations, Hamlet works as a pricing assistant manager for Charles Kendall, a supply chain company. Despite having moved to Florida, Paul looks forward to fostering their mentorship and seeing what Hamlet accomplishes next. “I want to continue mentoring him, as far as him moving up the ladder in the business world,” Paul says. “He’s really bright.”
Hamlet and Paul
"He’s always the one person I don’t hide anything from. He’s not the person to judge,” Hamlet remarks. “He’s there for me every time.”
Hamlet and Paul
When Hamlet first met Paul in 2012, he admits that he did not see Paul as the type of mentor he was looking for; Hamlet wanted a mentor who was interested in sports like him, and Paul worked for decades in the garment business. As it turns out, Paul was a baseball enthusiast. The two quickly bonded over the Yankees and Mets and attended games together. Paul would even watch Hamlet play baseball with his high school team.
Looking back, Hamlet is glad that he was open with Paul from the beginning. “I never thought I would have this relationship with him. Sometimes we judge a book by its cover,” Hamlet says.
Hamlet earned a bachelor’s degree in planning, development, and operations from Niagara University in 2019. He says that Paul was instrumental in helping him reach this milestone. As a first-generation college student, Hamlet did not have another adult to ask for guidance about college applications or financial aid. “[Paul] came at a perfect time,” he says. “He had his kids go through college, so he shared that experience with me. He was a great role model.”
Years after receiving his degree, Hamlet is still particularly proud of that accomplishment. “I didn’t know anybody that went to college,” he says. “I never thought I’d have that experience in my life.”
With experience in finance, sales, and operations, Hamlet works as a pricing assistant manager for Charles Kendall, a supply chain company. Despite having moved to Florida, Paul looks forward to fostering their mentorship and seeing what Hamlet accomplishes next. “I want to continue mentoring him, as far as him moving up the ladder in the business world,” Paul says. “He’s really bright.”
OUR MENTORS OUR MENTORS
Kazmir and Nancy
Nancy New
Nancy New is a mentor from Baltimore who volunteered in the inaugural cohort in 2019. A first-generation college graduate from Michigan, Nancy benefitted greatly from having mentors in her life and seeks to provide the same support to high school students.
Nancy New
You’ve had two mentees with iMentor so far. What was your first mentee like?
Her name is Kazmir. We really gelled on what she needed. She’s very smart, and she’s a fashionista. It [took] a few months for her to trust me, but she would reach out if she needed something. We are still in touch, too. Every few months or so she’ll text me, or I’ll text her.
Your current mentee Tayda is a senior. What is your relationship like with her?
Together we are working on her college applications [and] driving clarity for her on where she wants to go to school. We are now working on the potential scholarship applications. I think she also views me as a sounding board for whatever [is] happening in her life.
What made you want to sign up to be a mentor again?
I believe in the program. I realized, based on personal experience, how important it can be to have people who just care about you because they care. I wanted to be able to help someone in the way that someone helped me. There’s passion, there’s competence, and helpfulness from every single person I’ve met from iMentor. I’m really impressed with the organization, and that’s what led me to say, “This is something I’d like to put my stock into, because I think it’s legit.”
How have Kazmir and Tayda positively impacted your life?
They each in their own way bring joy to me as I watch them grow, and I watch them ask questions of themselves. They go through the thinking process, and then they figure out what they want. It really makes me smile. I’m so proud of both of them. To feel like I played even a small part in that – it feels great. It’s like a virtuous cycle, where you give and it comes back in a really positive way.
Nancy New
Nancy New is a mentor from Baltimore who volunteered in the inaugural cohort in 2019. A first-generation college graduate from Michigan, Nancy benefitted greatly from having mentors in her life and seeks to provide the same support to high school students.
Kazmir and Nancy
Nancy New
You’ve had two mentees with iMentor so far. What was your first mentee like?
Her name is Kazmir. We really gelled on what she needed. She’s very smart, and she’s a fashionista. It [took] a few months for her to trust me, but she would reach out if she needed something. We are still in touch, too. Every few months or so she’ll text me, or I’ll text her.
Your current mentee Tayda is a senior. What is your relationship like with her?
Together we are working on her college applications [and] driving clarity for her on where she wants to go to school. We are now working on the potential scholarship applications. I think she also views me as a sounding board for whatever [is] happening in her life.
What made you want to sign up to be a mentor again?
I believe in the program. I realized, based on personal experience, how important it can be to have people who just care about you because they care. I wanted to be able to help someone in the way that someone helped me. There’s passion, there’s competence, and helpfulness from every single person I’ve met from iMentor. I’m really impressed with the organization, and that’s what led me to say, “This is something I’d like to put my stock into, because I think it’s legit.”
How have Kazmir and Tayda positively impacted your life?
They each in their own way bring joy to me as I watch them grow, and I watch them ask questions of themselves. They go through the thinking process, and then they figure out what they want. It really makes me smile. I’m so proud of both of them. To feel like I played even a small part in that – it feels great. It’s like a virtuous cycle, where you give and it comes back in a really positive way.
Rosemary and Ashley
Ashley Lam
Ashley Lam is a mentor from NYC who joined iMentor ten years ago. In addition to volunteering as a mentor, Ashley also serves on the Young Executive Board, where she participates in fundraising and ambassador activities for iMentor.
Ashley Lam
How did you first hear about iMentor? What drew you to the opportunity?
I got involved in iMentor based on a referral from a colleague and a friend. I remember talking to her about my childhood and how I landed a job right out of college, and all the challenges that I had to overcome. A lot of the steps I had to figure out myself as a first-generation American [and the] first person to go to college in my family. Throughout this mentorship opportunity, I really found my purpose, which is to support other students of similar backgrounds going through the same process.
What was your relationship like with your first mentee Rosemary?
Our relationship was pretty special. She really wanted to pursue things like going to beauty school, or [being] a Youtuber, or modeling even. Being able to support her was key and made a world of difference in our relationship. We still keep in touch. She just told me a few months ago that she landed a feature in a fashion magazine.
What is your relationship like with your second mentee Noor?
Noor is an amazing individual. She’s got an outgoing personality. It’s been inspiring to learn from her. I understood there’s not one path to even getting to high school.
What have you learned from being a mentor?
I wish I had a mentor growing up, and that’s one of the reasons that I’ve become a mentor. I’ve definitely honed those skills of having compassion and empathy for anyone, not just high school students.
What would you say to a potential first-time mentor?
My advice is just do it. There’s really no downside. So many people want to make an impact [and] this is their most direct way to do it. You are changing a student’s life – who knows if you are inspiring them to go to college, or maybe you’re inspiring the next entrepreneur.
The biggest part of mentoring, and the hardest part, is just showing up. That’s more than half the battle. You don’t realize your presence and your ability to dedicate an hour [or] two hours makes such a huge difference to these students.
Ashley Lam
Ashley Lam is a mentor from NYC who joined iMentor ten years ago. In addition to volunteering as a mentor, Ashley also serves on the Young Executive Board, where she participates in fundraising and ambassador activities for iMentor.
Rosemary and Ashley
Ashley Lam
How did you first hear about iMentor? What drew you to the opportunity?
I got involved in iMentor based on a referral from a colleague and a friend. I remember talking to her about my childhood and how I landed a job right out of college, and all the challenges that I had to overcome. A lot of the steps I had to figure out myself as a first-generation American [and the] first person to go to college in my family. Throughout this mentorship opportunity, I really found my purpose, which is to support other students of similar backgrounds going through the same process.
What was your relationship like with your first mentee Rosemary?
Our relationship was pretty special. She really wanted to pursue things like going to beauty school, or [being] a Youtuber, or modeling even. Being able to support her was key and made a world of difference in our relationship. We still keep in touch. She just told me a few months ago that she landed a feature in a fashion magazine.
What is your relationship like with your second mentee Noor?
Noor is an amazing individual. She’s got an outgoing personality. It’s been inspiring to learn from her. I understood there’s not one path to even getting to high school.
What have you learned from being a mentor?
I wish I had a mentor growing up, and that’s one of the reasons that I’ve become a mentor. I’ve definitely honed those skills of having compassion and empathy for anyone, not just high school students.
What would you say to a potential first-time mentor?
My advice is just do it. There’s really no downside. So many people want to make an impact [and] this is their most direct way to do it. You are changing a student’s life – who knows if you are inspiring them to go to college, or maybe you’re inspiring the next entrepreneur.
The biggest part of mentoring, and the hardest part, is just showing up. That’s more than half the battle. You don’t realize your presence and your ability to dedicate an hour [or] two hours makes such a huge difference to these students.
Our Partners
Bring Your Mentee to Work Day
This spring, iMentor launched its first nationwide Bring Your Mentee to Work Day in Chicago and NYC. More than 100 high school students spent the day with their mentors in their workplaces to build their social capital – a network of relationships – and map out their next steps in their postsecondary paths.
In Chicago, mentors from companies including Google, Pepsi, Assist Services, Accenture, Cisco, and Ulta invited their mentees to tour offices, conduct informational interviews, and learn about various departments from senior leaders. EY, Morgan Stanley, and Google sponsored Bring Your Mentee to Work Day in NYC and hosted workshops on speed networking, LinkedIn best practices, and more. Mentors from dozens of other companies also brought their mentees to their workplaces for one-on-one visits.
“At EY, we proudly support iMentor and Bring Your Mentee to Work Day, reflecting our belief in the transformative power of mentorship. By inviting young individuals into our professional world, we offer more than a glimpse into potential careers; we foster confidence, impart skills, and empower them to succeed in their futures,” said Alysia Steinmann, Metro NY Office Managing Partner at EY."
Career-Connected Learning
Our corporate partners offer iMentor students a glimpse into their industries through career-connected learning opportunities – events that expose students to real-world workplace environments to learn about careers they otherwise would not have access to.
Top companies, including the Baltimore Tourism Association, Northwestern Medicine, Motorola Solutions, Citi, and Amazon led in-office workshops, speed networking, and career mixers to introduce students to new and diverse industries. Students built their networking skills and social capital – both of which are critical for success in all postsecondary pathways.
“At Amazon, we’re committed to supporting students from classroom to career. We are proud to support iMentor’s work helping students attend and thrive in college,” says Rusik Mundhe, Director at Amazon Web Services. “We were honored to host a group of iMentor students, hear about their journeys, and share our perspectives on navigating the educational journey and transition to the workplace.”
Our Impact
College & Career Planning
Mentors and mentees dedicate significant time to making postsecondary plans, including researching colleges, attending events on campus, and visiting workplaces to learn about career options.
4 OUT OF 5 MENTEES SOUGHT SUPPORT FROM THEIR MENTORS ABOUT COLLEGE PLANNING
9 OUT OF 10 MENTEES HAVE THE SKILLS AND MINDSET TO SUCCESSFULLY SELECT A POSTSECONDARY PATHWAY
COLLEGE ENROLLMENT AND PERSISTENCE
4 OUT OF 5 HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES SUCCESSFULLY TRANSITIONED TO COLLEGE AGAINST “SUMMER MELT”
3 OUT OF 4 MENTEES AT 4-YEAR COLLEGES PERSIST TO THEIR SECOND YEAR
Strength of Relationships
Our Leaders
Board of Directors
Fred Baba
Mark Bezos
Richard Buery, Jr.
Alex Ehrlich
Lawrence Griff
Kimberley Hatchett
Josh Hill
Robert Ivry
Madifing Kaba
Matthew Klein
Karen Pavlin
David Saltzman
Executive Leadership Team
Dr. Heather D. Wathington
Michelle Diaz
Jeanette Duffy
Maisha Leek
Nina Longino
Scott Millstein
Brenan Smith-Evans
Sidney Wilson
Ellen Moncure Wong
Regional Advisory Boards
New York City
Dean Ahmad
Anita Bafna
Rich Bello
Karen Chopra
JOSEPH COLE
SEAN CORRIGAN
Sahra Dalfen
Joyee Deb
Beth Hoerle
Jerome Joseph
Yohan Kim
Gordon McKemie
Melissa McQueen
Rusik Mundhe
Stanley Nunoo
Susan Reid
Lisa Shalett
Erik Siegel
FLAVIU SIMIHAIAN
DR. LA TORO YATES
Chicago
Deborah Avalos
Julia Bristow Briggs
Devon Byrne
Alex Lemieux
OLADOYIN OLADERU
Amit Punwani
Sean Ramsey
Harriet Seitler
Amy E. Szostak
Britt Trukenbrod
Cedric Williams
Baltimore
Sherrice Davis
Audrey Johnson
Karen King-Sheridan
Anne Land
Austin Merritt
Kendra Parlock
Stephanie Rawlings-Blake
Stacey Ullrich
Our Supporters
$1,000,000+
Ballmer Group*
Bezos Family Foundation*
DAVID AND SLOAN GREENSPAN*
John and Amy Griffin
Morgan Stanley Foundation*
PwC Charitable Foundation, Inc.*
Zell Family Foundation*
$500,000 - $999,999
Anonymous
NBA Foundation
Robin Hood Foundation*
Arthur Rock and Toni Rembe
$100,000 - $499,999
A Better Chicago and McCormick Foundation
AlphaSights
ALTMAN FOUNDATION
MARK AND LISA BEZOS
BLOOMBERG LP
Booth Ferris Foundation
Carroll and Milton Petrie Foundation
CITI FOUNDATION
Finnegan Family Foundation*
Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Foundation
Hunter Family Foundation
ICHIGO FOUNDATION*
J&K Wonderland Foundation
Joseph Pedott Charitable Foundation
RBC Capital Markets
Skyline Foundation
Solon Summerfield Foundation*
THE KRESGE FOUNDATION
THE MORIAH FUND
PAUL AND SONIA TUDOR JONES
$50,000 - $99,999
ABELL FOUNDATION
AMERICA’S PROMISE ALLIANCE
ANNIE E. CASEY FOUNDATION
ANONYMOUS
BARCLAYS CAPITAL
CAPITAL ONE
CLAYTON BAKER TRUST
CME GROUP FOUNDATION*
EY
GRAY FOUNDATION
MACY’S
ROBERT MOYER
NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE
LISA SHALETT AND RHONDA KAUFMAN
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RICHARD BELLO
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DEUTSCHE BANK – NYC
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IBISWORLD, INC.
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CHARLEY’S KIDS FOUNDATION
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REED AND MAGGIE CORDISH
ELLIE’S FOUNDATION FUND AT THE CHICAGO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
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FULL CIRCLE FOUNDATION
GOOGLE
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BOB AND ANN HAMMER
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ALICIA HIDALGO
HSBC
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YOHAN AND CHRISTINE KIM
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AMAZON WEB SERVICES
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BYLINE BANK
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ARTHUR WEINER