Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the appointment of Guy Chipparoni as Chair of the Board of Directors of Choose Chicago. Chipparoni is the President and CEO of Res Publica Group, one of Chicago’s leading strategic communications and public affairs firms. As Chair, Chipparoni will lead the board in advancing Choose Chicago’s mission to promote the City of Chicago as a top-tier global destination for leisure travel, conventions, and business meetings. In collaboration with over 1,500 partner members and key civic and industry stakeholders, Choose Chicago plays a vital role in driving inclusive economic growth across the city. Chipparoni has led Res Publica Group since founding it in 2001, advising corporations, government agencies, and nonprofit institutions on reputation management, stakeholder engagement, and public affairs strategy. A long-time civic contributor, Chipparoni has served on boards and advisory committees across sectors and brings a collaborative approach to problem-solving rooted in his deep understanding of Chicago’s media, policy, and business landscapes. Chipparoni succeeds Glenn Eden, who has served as Chair since 2019.