Shawn Clark

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Illumination wouldn’t have been such an outstanding success without our spectacular sponsors, generous food and beverage donors, and the 1,200 attendees who came together to cast a light on rare disease! Over $1.3 million raised will fuel groundbreaking RVCL research and treatments like gene therapy, siRNA, and custom drug development that utilize CRISPR technology. For eight remarkable years, we have built a community rooted in empathy and forward-thinking collaboration, empowering us to tackle the complex challenges within biotech and healthcare. I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to the amazing people and businesses who helped make Illumination 2024 our best event yet!

CRG is proud to announce its first full-building lease with new client, Omega Morgan, at The Cubes at Etna - Building D. The Columbus market remains a priority for us, and the new lease underscores the advantages of our 305-acre master-planned industrial park. The region remains a vital part of CRG’s long-term strategy, offering convenient access to two-thirds of the U.S. population. The 250,020-square-foot industrial space is strategically positioned adjacent to the Interstate 70 interchange at State Route 310, providing immediate access to major transportation routes. Through our integrated delivery platform and partnership with LXP Industrial Trust, we’re well-equipped to cater to the evolving demands of modern corporate users, including specialized operators like Omega Morgan. Thank you to Kevin Scott and Ben Weinstein for continuing to support this premier industrial park.

As we wrap up another memorable Illumination event - which raised over $1.35 million for RVCL research - I wanted to spotlight the incredible work of our event’s poster artist, Mike Coon. Mike Coon, founder of QuickArt Studio Inc., has an impressive 14 years in concept art, storyboarding, and illustration. His background in music and anthropology infuses a unique blend of artistry, emotion, and storytelling into his work. Since 2016, his posters have become an iconic part of Illumination’s identity, evolving with each year to reflect our themes and purpose. His designs go beyond just artwork—they are symbols of hope, creativity, and a powerful commitment to finding a cure for rare diseases like RVCL. This year, Mike developed another unique poster that perfectly captures the spirit, themes, and impact of Illumination. His dedication and talent, shown consistently over the past eight years, have made each poster a meaningful symbol of our mission to support RVCL research. This year’s limited-edition poster, along with several past designs, are now available for purchase. By buying a poster, attending the event, or donating, you are contributing to research efforts aimed at finding a cure for RVCL. Every donation, no matter how small, helps cast a light on rare diseases and brings hope to those affected. To learn more about Illumination or to purchase your poster, visit: illuminatechicago.com/event-store

Roof is on at The Cubes at ORD! @CRG_Real_Estate's newest project in the O’Hare submarket of Chicago is a 66,552-square-foot warehouse with fantastic features. For a project of this size, many of its state-of-the-art elements are rare, including 20 exterior docks and two drive-in bays where you can drive an entire semi-truck straight into the building! Thank you to @ClaycoInc and @The_LJC for serving as the builder and architect for the development, along with @AvisonYoung's Brian Colson and Brian Pomorski for spearheading leasing efforts. Can’t wait for The Cubes at ORD to help meet the Chicagoland area’s logistics and distribution needs. Check out how the project is coming along here:

Halloween is my favorite time of the year, and thanks to the tremendous success of Illumination 2024, it’s even more special! Many thanks to the spectacular sponsors and attendees who helped raise over $1.2 million for rare disease research, making this spooky season far more sweet than scary. This was the greatest party yet, and the epic costumes, music, and dancing were priceless moments I won’t soon forget. Have a safe and #HappyHalloween!

Thank you, @GoodDayChicago, for having me on the show yesterday to talk about Illumination! Going to be a great event tomorrow night!

Chicago’s best Halloween gala is only TWO DAYS away on October 26th at Moonlight Studios Chicago – and tickets are almost sold out. You won’t want to miss this vibrant evening filled with illuminated characters and fiery parades that shine a light on the path to discovery by raising funds for rare disease research. Buy your tickets today: illuminatechicago.com

We are just FIVE DAYS away from the most anticipated Halloween gala of the year! Get your tickets and costumes ready ASAP for Illumination, a radiant spectacle of interactive installations and glowing processions that raise awareness and funds for RVCL research. Illumination has brought in $9.8 million since its inception eight years ago, and we want YOU to be a part of this transformative tradition. Buy your tickets TODAY. Limited tickets available. Let’s party with a purpose: illuminatechicago.com

Only ONE WEEK to go until Illumination! Join us as we celebrate Halloween in style on October 26th at Moonlight Studios to raise funds and hope for rare disease research. A spectacular combination of artistry and philanthropy, Illumination gives every person the chance to be a part of a legacy so much bigger than themselves. Let’s come together to make a difference in a playground of light! Secure your tickets before they’re sold out: illuminatechicago.com

I'd like to personally invite you to an exclusive theatrical culinary dinner experience from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm - before the Illumination Halloween Party as an Illumination sponsor, supporting vital research and efforts to cure RVCL. There’s no better party than one with a purpose, and being an Illumination sponsor makes you an even greater part of an important legacy! The dinner is followed by Chicago’s best Halloween party that goes until 2:00 am, where we will also have VIP access as we dance, connect, and raise hope and funds for rare disease. Register as an Individual, Light Beam, Radiant, or Spotlight sponsor to directly contribute to this life-saving cause. Together, we can actively make a difference in our community by casting a light on rare disease. I hope to see you for an enjoyable evening of food, fun, and fundraising! Sign up for your sponsorship here: illuminatechicago.com/sponsorship

Chapter at Madison is officially 100% leased for the 2024-2025 academic year! I’m proud of everyone’s hard work in successfully delivering this project and giving 534 new University of Wisconsin-Madison students a place to call home. Since the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Chapter at Madison has seen nothing but achievements with a bright future ahead. This development would not have been possible without @the_ljc, Findorff, and @CardinalGrpMgmt, along with @CRG_Real_Estate's amazing residential team, including J.J. Smith, Alison Mills, Louie Colella, Struan Robertson, Bryan Greger, Thomas Shanabruch, Jeff Schroeder, Morgan Whiteley, and Sam Williams. Chapter at Madison has established a new benchmark in student housing and demonstrated how a thoughtfully executed vision can transform into an exceptional living experience.

Halloween is around the corner! A rare event for a rare disease. Only THREE WEEKS until Chicago’s best Halloween party, featuring a live performance by Cofresi, DJs DialJess and Chess Knight. Enjoy open bars, stunning artist installations, and much more. Tickets are selling fast, so get yours now and come Cast a Light on Rare Disease from 9 PM to 2 AM! Grab your tickets here: illuminatechicago.com

Illumination is less than TWO MONTHS away! Join us on October 26th at Moonlight Studios Chicago for Illumination, Chicago’s ultimate Halloween party filled with art, festivities, and community spirit, all to support RVCL research. This annual gala brings us one step closer to a brighter and healthier future for rare disease communities. Let’s cast a right on rare diseases! Grab your tickets before they sell out: illuminatechicago.com

Early Bird tickets are officially on sale for ILLUMINATION 2024! Don’t miss out on these insider prices, which are only available through Monday, August 26th. Join us in costume for an unforgettable evening of live music, DJs, live performances, open bars, installations, projections, and lasers on October 26th at Moonlight Studios. All proceeds support rare disease research and communities! ⚡Use code EARLYBIRD for $50 off GA & VIP tickets. ⚡Use code EARLYDINNER for $500 off the Dinner Experience. Get your tickets here: illuminatechicago.com

I’m excited to be back on the University of Michigan (@UMich) campus to meet with the RVCL research team and receive formal updates on their progress. Four years ago, we established a grant with UM through The Clayco Foundation to begin a custom drug development effort for RVCL, looking for TREX1 inhibitors (RVCL is caused by a damaging TREX1 protein due to a TREX1 gene mutation). Since then, we've come a long way by creating a co-crystal structure of the protein and are making great progress in discovering compounds that could be used to safely and effectively treat RVCL. I’m thankful to have had the opportunity to chat in person with Nouri Neamati, Ph.D., Professor of Medicinal Chemistry at the UM College of Pharmacy, who leads our chemistry efforts along with his accomplished team. I’m thankful to be joined by Jonathan Miner (@miner_lab), Ph.D., Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania (@Penn), who leads our global collaborated effort to cure RVCL. When we started this journey there were a lot more questions than answers and very little hope. I can proudly say we are on an exciting path and there truly is hope for our patients today!

I recently added to our collection this wonderful oil on canvas work, ‘Fore! Score and Seven Years’ (2024), from the Thierry Goldberg Gallery. It’s part of an up-and-coming #artist whose work I find really interesting Nicolas Lambelet Coleman's new series, ‘Songbirds of the South’, which he began at the end of 2023 while he was at home in North Carolina. He said it’s probably the most fun he’s had working on a project, and it shows. In this series of pictures, he portrays an idealized but distorted vision of life in the South. Coleman said these paintings scrutinize southern leisure activities, many of them – like golf – influenced by race. He satirizes a culture where looking like you're doing something is more important than actually doing it. By including himself and his family in his paintings, he acknowledges and critiques his own role and place in this society.

I'm really proud of Bob (@bobclarkbeyond) for investing in such a great legacy that not only impacts our family but the St. Louis community as well. Pictures don’t do the 74,000-square-foot branch justice. It is a beautiful, modern building with something for everyone and ample opportunities for members of the community to connect and expand their minds. Now the largest two-story library in the district, the Clark Family Branch offers much more than books. It gives library-goers access to a high-tech creative lab with a 3D printer, a recording studio with quality instruments, and a green screen! This cutting-edge space is designed for the future and offers something that people of all ages can benefit from. It is a place where kids can learn, explore, and play while entrepreneurs and professionals can launch and grow their businesses. With this amazing branch and the others, the possibilities are truly endless. This is just the beginning of a new chapter that will bring world-class learning and recreation to local neighborhoods! Read more here: bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2…