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Presidents Cup Captains to Headline Executives' Club Event as Chicago Prepares for Global Tournament in 2026
CHICAGO, Aug. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Executives' Club of Chicago, in partnership with the PGA TOUR and with generous support from presenting sponsor CIBC, today announced Captains of the Course: The Playbook for Pressure, Power & Performance, an exclusive leadership breakfast taking place Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at the Hilton Chicago. The event will feature Brandt Snedeker, Captain of the U.S. Team, and Geoff Ogilvy, Captain of the International Team for the 2026 Presidents Cup, along with Joie Chitwood III, Executive Director of the tournament. WGN's Kaitlin Sharkey will serve as moderator. Together, they'll offer an inside look at what it takes to lead under pressure, unify elite talent, and shape culture on a global stage—just one year before the prestigious event returns to Medinah Country Club. 'The Presidents Cup is more than a competition—it's a catalyst for leadership, legacy, and civic pride,' said Joie Chitwood III, Executive Director of the 2026 Presidents Cup. 'We're proud to collaborate with the Executives' Club of Chicago to bring that energy into the heart of the city.' Held at the intersection of sport and strategy, the conversation will explore leadership lessons that transcend the game—from high-stakes decision-making to building teams that thrive under pressure. 'We're not just here to host events—we're here to shape outcomes,' said Dorri McWhorter, President & CEO, Executives' Club of Chicago. 'By convening influential leaders across sport, business, and culture, we're strengthening Chicago's position on the global stage and challenging our community to lead with confidence, clarity, and purpose.' As presenting sponsor, CIBC plays a pivotal role in advancing this timely dialogue. 'CIBC is proud to support this important conversation with the global leaders behind the 2026 Presidents Cup,' said Shawn Beber, President & CEO, CIBC Bank USA. 'The Executives' Club of Chicago continues to bring business and civic leaders together in ways that spark ideas, build relationships, and move the city forward. We're honored to be part of that mission.' About The Exec ClubThe Executives' Club of Chicago is the city's premier resource for connecting, developing, and growing best-in-class leaders to strengthen themselves and their organizations. The Executives' Club of Chicago is where the relationships that build a better Chicago begin. This is where the future meets. For more information about the nexus of Chicago business, visit Media Contact Katy BroomHead of Brand & CommunicationsThe Executives' Club of Chicagokbroom@
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22-05-2025
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Proven Business Leader & Impact Innovator Dorri McWhorter Named President & CEO of the Executives' Club of Chicago
CHICAGO, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executives' Club of Chicago is proud to announce the appointment of Dorri McWhorter as its new President & Chief Executive Officer, effective June 2, 2025. A celebrated thought leader and convener, McWhorter brings more than two decades of executive and finance experience in both corporate and nonprofit sectors to the leadership helm of the Exec Club as it looks to evolve and broaden its impact. "Dorri is a visionary business leader with boundless creativity and an ability to operationalize ideas to deliver impactful results," said Christine Schyvinck, Board Chair, Exec Club. "She is a tremendous talent, a true innovator, and a powerhouse of transformative thinking that this city needs — and deserves. We feel fortunate to have the opportunity to create the future of Exec Club with Dorri at the helm." McWhorter joins the Exec Club following her successful tenure as President and CEO of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, where she led the organization through a significant transformation — increasing revenue by nearly 50%, building landmark partnerships with brands like Wilson Sporting Goods, Peloton, and the Chicago Sky, and championed the development of a groundbreaking community hub on Chicago's West Side. Previously, McWhorter served as CEO of the YWCA Metropolitan Chicago, where she evolved the organization into a 21st-century social enterprise, expanded its footprint with 10 new service locations, tripled its operating budget, and launched pioneering tools like a women's empowerment exchange-traded fund (NYSE: WOMN). McWhorter spent the first portion of her career in the corporate sector, starting at Arthur Andersen, followed by leadership roles at Booz Allen, Snap-On Incorporated, and as a partner at Crowe LLP. "The Exec Club is such a truly special and necessary platform to challenge, inspire, and activate leaders at all levels to address the complexities of modern business and shape a city and a world that works for all of us," McWhorter said. "Chicago's broad shoulders can lift up the ideas and innovation that change the world." A two-decade member of the Exec Club, McWhorter brings a deep understanding of its legacy and potential. Founded over a century ago, the Exec Club is a dynamic hub where leaders across industries come together to learn, connect, and grow. With strong financial reserves, an engaged membership, and a committed team, the organization is poised for continued innovation under McWhorter's leadership. McWhorter's appointment marks a significant milestone in the Club's commitment to inclusivity, forward-thinking programming, and cross-sector collaboration. Her leadership will focus on energizing content, integrating modern cultural relevance, and empowering Chicago's business leaders to embrace transformation and innovation. McWhorter currently serves on the boards of several prominent companies and nonprofits, including LanzaTech Global, Lifeway Foods, NexPoint Capital, Skyway Concession Company (Chicago Skyway), William Blair Funds, Chicago Center for Arts and Technology, Chicago Council on Global Affairs, Civic Consulting Alliance and Hope Chicago. She holds a BBA from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, and an honorary doctorate from Lake Forest College. About The Exec Club The Executives' Club of Chicago is the city's premier resource for connecting, developing, and growing best-in-class leaders to strengthen themselves and their organizations. The Executives' Club of Chicago is where the relationships that build a better Chicago begin. This is where the future meets. For more information about the nexus of Chicago business, visit Media Contact:Eva Penar, 312-283-2185epenar@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Executives' Club of Chicago
