CHIditarod stands out as a unique blend of imagination and goodwill. The event’s backbone, the Coreganizers, function more like a family than a mere group of collaborators, united by their creative flair and dedication to problem-solving. These organizers don the quirkiest of costumes, embodying their dynamic spirits, and tackle the logistical challenges of staging this Chicago event with humor and skill.
Their tasks range widely, covering everything from race readiness to the post-event celebrations. It’s a massive collaborative effort to host not just a competition but a vibrant community event.
Beneath their festive guise, the Coreganizers are deeply invested in their mission. CHIditarod goes beyond entertainment; it’s a substantial food drive and fundraiser, casting a beacon of hope into the city’s heart. While participants may indulge in spirited fun, the orchestrators harness this energy to combat hunger and fulfill community needs.
As carts roll and laughter permeates the air, the Coreganizers observe with a sense of accomplishment, having turned the cityscape into a platform for advocacy and connection. And as one CHIditarod concludes, they’re already envisioning the next big escapade, ever the inventive kin, at the very soul of the event.
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Meet the Coregies
Leslie Engel
Board Member, Classy Platform Lead, Legendary Master Judge, Fundraising and Incentives Lead
Craig Steuer
Yard Dawg Lead
Zac
Breakfast King
Rohan
Web and Dev Pirate,
Merch Man
Hall of Fame
Espo
Board Member,
Media & City Liason
Mark Grutza
Board Member,
Board Treasurer
Christine Rosa
Merch Queen
Meagan Mueller
PR Pimptress
Jen Carrol
Board Secretary,
Stats Wizard, Survey Support and Analysis, Grants
Charis Rose
Breakfast Boss
Diane Back
Former Logistician, Current Catalyst
Steven Breen
Retired Breakfast Commander
Jake Reimer
Co-Founder
Mad Scientist
CKurt
Infrastructure Captain
Glenna Mowry
Fundraising
Marco Galvan
Beloved Gopher
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