As President of a local manufacturing company for 20 years, Heide Kenny brings to the Fashion Matters Chicago her managerial experience. Excellence in education has been important to Heide as she has served on several primary and secondary school boards, as well as community service through her involvement with Catholic Charities of Chicago. Heide and her husband, Gerry, founded Mary’s Closet – a program to assist men and women in need dress for success as they seek employment. Living in the city, Heide supports the Fashion Matters Chicago’s aim to enrich the lives of women and girls expressing their true dignity and beauty in fashion choices.