The Chicago Community Trust
Laura Kernaghan, CFA, serves as the Senior Director of Investments at The Chicago Community Trust since October 2018, overseeing a $4 billion+ portfolio and managing over 100 external investment relationships. Prior to this role, Laura was the Managing Director of Investments at QBI Financial, LLC from April 2017 to April 2018, where responsibilities included fundamental equity research for global portfolios and co-managing asset allocation solutions. Laura also held the position of Investments Manager at Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago from April 2013 to April 2017, managing a $1 billion endowment portfolio and pension plans. Earlier in the career, Laura worked as an Equity Analyst at Essex Investment Management and The Burridge Group LLC, focusing on investment recommendations. Educational background includes an MBA in Accounting and Finance from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a BA in Economics from Loyola University Chicago.
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The Chicago Community Trust
As our region’s community foundation, The Chicago Community Trust is a platform for change that connects philanthropy to impact. We bring together generous donors, committed organizations, and caring residents to effect lasting change that moves our entire region forward. We envision a Chicago region where equity is central and opportunity and prosperity are in reach for all. For over 100 years, forward-looking individuals and families have entrusted their philanthropic resources and visions to the Trust’s stewardship. Our expertise goes to work helping donors translate their funds and passions into innovative and impactful giving strategies. Guided by our deep community knowledge, we make grants, lead, convene, and collaborate to address the greatest and most critical needs facing the Chicago region.