A collision of great ideas. While Magic Johnson was a wizard on the court, he was just as good off the court. For more than two decades, he has left a stellar resume in the post-basketball world. What’s most impressive, however, is his commitment to the community. While he thrives, he also wants to lift people up at the same time. That’s how the Los Angeles Lakers legend ended up in the Windy City with some of the brightest minds in the country.
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“I want to thank Illinois Treasurer Michael W. Frerichs for inviting me and my business partner Jim Reynolds to attend the Long Term Development – Chicago Forum today in Chicago! It was an all-around great meeting of minds.”
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However, there is one name that the greatest point guard of all time must acknowledge. “Look who I met; John W. Rogers Jr., founder, chairman, co-CEO and chief information officer of Ariel Investments, one of America’s greatest businessmen! He had a Great business partner and my NFL boss at Ariel Investments, Mellody Hobson. “He and Mellody do great things all over the country! “
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In addition to the tweet, the five-time NBA champion also posted a photo with Rodgers Jr.
I want to thank Illinois State Treasurer Michael W. Frerichs for inviting me and my business partner Jim Reynolds to attend the Long Term Development – Chicago Forum today in Chicago! This is an all-round collision of ideas.
Look who I met; Founder of Ariel Investments… pic.twitter.com/KkdPSy9USq— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) January 30, 2024
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