The CAF Rising Stars Award recognizes the talents and contributions of four next-generation women coming up in the marketing, sales, media, and advertising industries. They are the creators and innovators bringing fresh thinking, ideas, and execution to the communications industry, their company, and the Chicagoland community.
Nominations for the 2026 Rising Stars is now OPEN! Nominate a Rising Star here.

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