about us
The Quad County Urban League (QCUL) is a community-based organization dedicated to expanding opportunity, strengthening economic self-sufficiency, and improving quality of life for individuals across DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will Counties in Illinois.
our mission
The Quad County Urban League (QCUL) develops and delivers programs that support educational achievement, workforce readiness, job placement, housing stability, and financial empowerment. Through direct services, partnerships, and advocacy, the organization works to reduce barriers that prevent individuals and families from reaching their full potential.
our history
Founded in 1975 by local leaders responding to gaps in community support systems, QCUL continues to serve as a resource hub for residents seeking academic support, employment training, and access to essential services. Its programs are designed to promote long-term stability, personal growth, and economic opportunity.
As part of a broader national network of affiliate organizations, QCUL contributes to efforts that strengthen communities through service delivery, policy engagement, and collaborative problem-solving.
The organization remains committed to helping individuals gain access to the tools, resources, and support needed to achieve self-sufficiency and build stronger communities.
board of directors
officers
THEODIA GILLESPIE
President & CEO,
Quad County Urban League
NINA HUNTER
Chairperson,
CFO, Hunter Family Foundation
AARON ANDERSON
Treasurer,
Fund Administrator,
Painters District Council No.30
DIANNE ENGRAM
Secretary,
Retired, Fermilab
board members
TREMESE DAVIS
Vice President of Operations,
Nicor Gas
CARLA DENNIS
External Affairs Manager,
ComEd
STACEY BROWN-GORE
Chief Human Resources Officer/EVP,
The Inland Real Estate Group
PAUL LABONNE
Vice President,
Community Development Banking,
PNC Bank
STEPHEN MORCOS
Sr. Vice President,
HUB International
KALESHIA “KAY” PAGE
Director of Government Affairs,
Comcast Cable
PANSY SHAH
CFO,
MasTec, Inc.
DR. TOYA WEBB
Chief of Staff/Vice President of Strategy,
Waubonsee Community College
KAREN SMITH-WELLS
Chief Strategy and Diversity Officer,
Make-A-Wish America