Senior Executives
The Hon. Nancy L. Firfer, Senior Advisor

Nancy Firfer works on issues related to workforce housing and acts as a liaison with elected officials throughout the Chicago region. Prior to joining Chicago Metropolis 2020, she spent 24 years as an elected official, including two terms as president of the Village of Glenview, Illinois. During her tenure, the Glenview Naval Air Station was closed and she oversaw the successful redevelopment of the property into a mixed-use community that includes a variety of housing types, commercial and retail development, open space, and recreational facilities. Mrs. Firfer has served on numerous civic boards and commissions, including the Illinois Workforce Investment Board and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus.

Senior Executive Biographical Information:


» Donald G. Lubin, Chairman

» George A. Ranney, President and CEO

» Frank H. Beal, Executive Director

» King W. Harris, Senior Executive

» James C. LaBelle, Vice President

» Adele S. Simmons, Ph.D., Vice Chair and Senior Executive

» Paula Wolff, Ph.D., Senior Executive