Mark Pfleger

Established in 1887 by university graduates who wanted a special place where they could enjoy intellectual pursuits, the University Club of Chicago was founded for the purpose of fostering an appreciation of literature and the arts. College or university graduation remains the basic requirement for membership, and within the membership nearly every business and profession is represented.

Chaired American Heart Association Heart Walk Leadership Team that raised $6,729,459 over two-year commitment in the Midwest with a central role in the 2016 marketing campaign. The American Heart Association is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. Founded by six cardiologists in 1924, our organization now includes more than 22.5 million volunteers and supporters. The AHA funds innovative research, fight for stronger public… Show more

Chaired American Heart Association Heart Walk Leadership Team that raised $6,729,459 over two-year commitment in the Midwest with a central role in the 2016 marketing campaign. The American Heart Association is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. Founded by six cardiologists in 1924, our organization now includes more than 22.5 million volunteers and supporters. The AHA funds innovative research, fight for stronger public health policies, and provides critical tools and information to save and improve lives. This nationwide organization includes 156 local offices and more than 3,000 employees. Mission : To improve the lives of all Americans and provide public health education in a variety of ways. The AHA is the nation’s leader in CPR education training. They help people understand the importance of healthy lifestyle choices and provide science-based treatment guidelines to healthcare professionals to help them provide quality care to their patients. The AHA also educates lawmakers, policymakers and the public, advocating for changes to protect and improve the health of all communities. Show less

Heartland Alliance, one of the world’s leading anti-poverty organizations, works in communities in the U.S. and abroad to serve those who are homeless, living in poverty, or seeking safety. It provides a comprehensive array of services in the areas of health, housing, jobs and justice – and leads state and national policy efforts, which target lasting change for individuals and society. Mission Heartland Alliance advances the human rights and responds to the human needs of endangered… Show more

Heartland Alliance, one of the world’s leading anti-poverty organizations, works in communities in the U.S. and abroad to serve those who are homeless, living in poverty, or seeking safety. It provides a comprehensive array of services in the areas of health, housing, jobs and justice – and leads state and national policy efforts, which target lasting change for individuals and society. Mission Heartland Alliance advances the human rights and responds to the human needs of endangered populations—particularly the poor, the isolated, and the displaced—through the provision of comprehensive and respectful services and the promotion of permanent solutions leading to a more just global society.  Show less

Participated in the University of Michigan ‘Victors for Michigan’ Endowment effort (2013 – 2018) that exceeded the $4B goal during this fiscal period - a year in advance of the campaign end date - with personal key fundraising efforts related to Michigan Athletics and the School of Music, Theatre and Dance.