Ravinia 2025 Issue 2

The Terlato Family Terlato is thrilled to be an annual partner of Ravinia. As a multi-generational family business, Terlato is committed to continuing to own and represent quality brands in support of the legacy of other family-owned wineries and distillers across the world. Terlato Wine Group comprises several businesses specializing in the marketing and production of exceptional wine, spirit, and non-alcoholic brands. Our global portfolio includes more than 85 fine wine and artisanal spirit brands from world-class producers in more than a dozen countries, and is the leading fine wine and spirits marketer in the US. We are pleased to continue our partnership with Ravinia—bringing the finest quality music and wines to the community. Cheers to the 2025 festival season. Ravinia Women’s Board Susan Schmitt, Chair Since 1962, the Women’s Board has promoted Ravinia through a wide range of initiatives, from enhancing audiences’ enjoyment of the festival experience, to furthering appreciation of music and the arts, to educating young performers, whether gifted or simply enthusiastic. This broad-based mission of the Women’s Board is accomplished with highly successful fundraising—including through the annual summer Gala—and the ongoing commitment of its dynamic volunteers. Over the past 63 years, the Women’s Board has raised more than $35 million for the festival and its education programs. Christopher O’Herlihy President & Chief Executive Officer ITW As a longtime supporter of the arts, ITW is proud to sponsor the Ravinia Festival. ITW and Ravinia share similar roots, both having been founded in the Chicago area early in the last century. Over the years, both institutions have grown tremendously, expanded their reach, and positively impacted the communities they serve. ITW is proud to support Ravinia’s Reach Teach Play education programs and to serve as a Mainstage Sponsor of the 2025 Ravinia Festival. Nicholas Fink Chief Executive Officer Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. Fortune Brands is committed to supporting local organizations where our associates live and work. We are proud to partner with Ravinia, a cultural centerpiece of our community, and support the Sistema Ravinia program. This initiative enriches our communities by providing music education, emotional development, and social connection for children and families. We are excited to celebrate the 2025 season as Ravinia continues its mission to promote awareness and experiences of the many genres of music. Here’s to many memorable musical nights ahead! Mark Heckler Regional President Fifth Third Fifth Third is proud to once again sponsor an extraordinary Ravinia Festival season where Chicagoland can enjoy music- filled summer nights in an enchanting setting. Just as Ravinia has a long-standing tradition of delivering the “Ravinia experience,” for more than 165 years Fifth Third has been helping businesses and individuals succeed while investing in the communities we serve. We applaud the artists performing this year and look forward to another exciting season of world-class performances. Nora Daley Board Chair Illinois Arts Council The Illinois Arts Council (IAC) is proud to acknowledge Ravinia’s artistic excellence and the contributions they have made to art and culture in Illinois. For over a century, Ravinia has been lauded for presenting high-quality performances, from concerts that feature world-renowned musicians and emerging artists, to opportunities for musical exploration by young people and their families. Through grants and technical assistance, the IAC continues to support quality, accessible arts programming to Illinois artists, arts organizations, educational institutions, and communities statewide. Mary Moreland Executive Vice President, Human Resources Abbott For more than 135 years, Abbott has been dedicated to helping others around the world live their lives to the fullest. We thrive on making a difference, and that is why we are proud to support the Ravinia Festival. Ravinia enriches the lives of people through music and education— inspiring young musicians to unlock their creative potential, share those talents with others, and live fully. Megan P. and John L. Anderson Ravinia and its diverse series of concerts in classical and myriad more genres have brought lasting enjoyment to our family for four generations. We are especially passionate about music education and great performances, and are committed to sustaining Ravinia’s mission and its success for future generations. We are excited about the 2025 summer season and feel especially privileged to sponsor the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s performance on July 31 featuring featuring Lang Lang performing The Disney Book . Alex Bigelow Market Director Baird Baird has a long tradition of giving back to the communities where our associates live and work, and we are honored and excited to sponsor the Ravinia Festival. By showcasing a wide range of talented performers and making music more accessible to a broader audience, Ravinia builds appreciation for the arts, which are essential to growing and sustaining our vibrant community. We’re proud to support Ravinia’s lasting legacy. In Memory of Charles and Margery Barancik Ravinia Festival is tremendously grateful to have had the love and dedication of Charles and Margery Barancik for over 55 years. Margie and Chuck loved attending Ravinia, which they called “the most glorious music festival” and “a North Shore treasure.” The festival remains ever grateful for their long-standing patronage, and we are honored to recognize the July 20 Chicago Symphony Orchestra concert in their memory with tremendous thanks to the support of the Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation in 2025. RAVINIA.ORG  • RAVINIAMAGAZINE 27 S A L U T E T O S P O N S O R S