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Cassandra J.
Francis is currently Director at the University of Illinois, Member at the American Institute of Certified Planners, President at Boca Enterprises, Inc., and President at Global Properties, Inc. Former positions include President & Chief Executive Officer at Friends of the Parks (Illinois), Executive Director at Clayco, Inc. from 2010 to 2011, Director at BankFinancial, NA, Independent Director at BankFinancial Corp.
from 2006 to 2026, Director-Olympic Village Development at Chicago 2016 Committee, Member-Governors Board at Lambda Alpha International, Senior Vice President at U.S.
Equities Development LLC from 1995 to 2008, Chief Real Estate Development Officer at Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District, Member at The Counselors of Real Estate, and Chief Real Estate Development Officer at The South Shore Line.
Postes actifs de Cassandra Francis
| Sociétés | Poste | Début |
|---|---|---|
American Institute of Certified Planners
American Institute of Certified Planners Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Offers preeminent certification process for planning professionals | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Directeur/Membre du Conseil | - |
Boca Enterprises, Inc.
Boca Enterprises, Inc. Finance/Rental/LeasingFinance Boca Enterprises, Inc. is a private company based in Hagerhill, KY. | President | - |
Global Properties, Inc.
Global Properties, Inc. Part of MetLife, Inc., Global Properties, Inc. is a real estate company that specializes in working with buyers and sellers of real property. The company, led by Ken Edra, offers services for both buyers. The company is based in Dover, DE. | President | - |
Anciens postes connus de Cassandra Francis
| Sociétés | Poste | Fin |
|---|---|---|
| BANKFINANCIAL CORPORATION | Directeur/Membre du Conseil | 01/01/2026 |
Clayco, Inc.
Clayco, Inc. Real Estate DevelopmentFinance Operates as real estate, architecture, engineering, design-build and construction firm | Directeur/Membre du Conseil | 01/04/2011 |
U.S. Equities Development LLC
U.S. Equities Development LLC Real Estate DevelopmentFinance U.S. Equities Development LLC, operating as US Equities Realty, is represented by Strategic Real Estate Advisors (SREA), an independent real estate consulting firm that specializes in residential land development and homebuilding. The private company is based in Chicago, IL. SREA’s portfolio includes residential units, master-planned communities, commercial developments, hotels, golf courses, and recreational facilities. The company emphasizes a hands-on, data-driven approach with thorough due diligence and focuses on strategic planning, innovative design, and operational excellence. The company provides comprehensive services to landowners, investors, developers, homebuilders, and lenders, including market feasibility research, product development, due diligence, acquisition and disposition, land planning and entitlement, amenity program strategies, marketing and sales programs, lot rollout and builder programs, development and project management, strategic business planning, investment and financial analysis, capital placement, and operations management. | Corporate Officer/Principal | 01/01/2008 |
BankFinancial, NA
BankFinancial, NA Major BanksFinance Operates as a nationally chartered commercial bank | Directeur/Membre du Conseil | - |
Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District
Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District General GovernmentGovernment Provides transportation services | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
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Clayco, Inc.
Clayco, Inc. Real Estate DevelopmentFinance Operates as real estate, architecture, engineering, design-build and construction firm | Finance |
BankFinancial Corp.
BankFinancial Corp. Regional BanksFinance Operates as a bank holding company through its subsidiaries provides commercial banking services | Finance |
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Lambda Alpha International
Lambda Alpha International The private company is based in St. Paul, MN. The organization has over 2,000 members worldwide, including architects, planners, developers, government officials, academics, and other professionals. It promotes knowledge sharing, ethical standards, public service, and professional development through a network of local chapters. Membership is by invitation and requires significant professional experience and contributions to land economics. The organization offers networking opportunities, events, access to an online member directory, and a platform for thought leadership through its newsletter. It supports research and education via its affiliated nonprofit, the Land Economics Foundation, which funds grants and projects in land economics and real estate. Lambda Alpha International is an honorary professional society founded in 1930 at Northwestern University, dedicated to advancing the field of land economics and land use. | |
BankFinancial, NA
BankFinancial, NA Major BanksFinance Operates as a nationally chartered commercial bank | Finance |
U.S. Equities Development LLC
U.S. Equities Development LLC Real Estate DevelopmentFinance U.S. Equities Development LLC, operating as US Equities Realty, is represented by Strategic Real Estate Advisors (SREA), an independent real estate consulting firm that specializes in residential land development and homebuilding. The private company is based in Chicago, IL. SREA’s portfolio includes residential units, master-planned communities, commercial developments, hotels, golf courses, and recreational facilities. The company emphasizes a hands-on, data-driven approach with thorough due diligence and focuses on strategic planning, innovative design, and operational excellence. The company provides comprehensive services to landowners, investors, developers, homebuilders, and lenders, including market feasibility research, product development, due diligence, acquisition and disposition, land planning and entitlement, amenity program strategies, marketing and sales programs, lot rollout and builder programs, development and project management, strategic business planning, investment and financial analysis, capital placement, and operations management. | Finance |
American Institute of Certified Planners
American Institute of Certified Planners Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Offers preeminent certification process for planning professionals | Commercial Services |
Chicago 2016 Committee
Chicago 2016 Committee Chicago 2016 Committee is a non-profit company based in Chicago, IL. | |
Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District
Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District General GovernmentGovernment Provides transportation services | Government |
The Counselors of Real Estate
The Counselors of Real Estate Real Estate DevelopmentFinance Provides real estate services | Finance |
Boca Enterprises, Inc.
Boca Enterprises, Inc. Finance/Rental/LeasingFinance Boca Enterprises, Inc. is a private company based in Hagerhill, KY. | Finance |
Friends of the Parks (Illinois)
Friends of the Parks (Illinois) Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The non-profit company is based in Chicago, IL. The organization supports neighborhood-led park advisory councils that serve as local advocates and stewards, organizing events, fundraising, and collaborating with officials to maintain accessible parks. FOTP mobilizes volunteers through large-scale events, providing resources and coordination to revitalize parks citywide. Its initiatives emphasize health, inclusivity, safety, environmental sustainability, and community leadership. The organization has protected the lakefront from private development, secured funding for park improvements, transformed toxic sites into green spaces, and promoted environmental education. FOTP launched the "Branch Out & Grow" campaign to engage individuals, organizations, and policymakers in developing a citywide park strategy focused on growth, equity, and sustainability. Friends of the Parks (FOTP) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1975 with a mission to preserve, protect, and expand the city's parks and open spaces while ensuring equitable access for all communities. | Commercial Services |
The South Shore Line
The South Shore Line RailroadsTransportation Operates as a commuter rail line | Transportation |
Global Properties, Inc.
Global Properties, Inc. Part of MetLife, Inc., Global Properties, Inc. is a real estate company that specializes in working with buyers and sellers of real property. The company, led by Ken Edra, offers services for both buyers. The company is based in Dover, DE. |
















