Country Vs. Town | Feb. 2023
HINSDALE’S COUNTRY VS. TOWN: FEBRUARY 2023
By Michelle Crowe
PHOTOGRAPHY BY LISA SCIASCIA
FASHION EDITOR THERESA DEMARIA
HAIR & MAKEUP BY LEANNA ERNEST
Kimberly O’Gorman grew up in Palos Hills, the youngest of three children. The leadership qualities that eventually led to her being named first female partner of Professional Wealth Advisors were evident early. In high school Kimberly played softball, worked on the student newspaper, participated in Youth and Government Club and served as vice president of DECA. More success followed with a degree from Lewis University with high honors and Certified Financial Planner certificate from DePaul University.
Kimberly’s passion is helping others. First, by helping families make financial decisions that will help them reach their future goals. Secondly, through her deep involvement with the Infant Welfare Society of Chicago Auxiliary, both on the Auxiliary Board, where she will take on the co-president role later this year and as a member of the Hinsdale Auxiliary, working on Tablescapes. Kimberly has two grown children, Shaleigh and Michael.
Mantra? I am a complete optimist. Positive thoughts bring back positive results. On your reading stack? Secure Act 2.0. I always seem to be updating my knowledge on changes in the financial industry. Favorite workout? Hot Yoga. Guilty pleasure? A great glass of red wine paired with dark chocolates and cashews. Advice you would give to your younger self? Work hard, don’t give up and follow your passion. It will all work out.
WHEN IN THE COUNTRY
Your style is? Comfortable jeans, ankle boots, a nice t-shirt, and a casual jacket with great accessories. Favorite walk? Hiking in forest preserve and climbing the steps at Swallow Cliff. Favorite sounds or soundtrack? Kane Brown Favorite festival or special event? Frankfort Festival on Labor Day Weekend. Best thing about the country? Fresh air, starlit skies and peacefulness. The perfect day is? Taking a weekend drive to a small farm town south of Frankfort and stopping for lunch at a local watering hole.
WHEN IN TOWN
Your style is? Heels, coated jeans, a blouse, and a leather jacket. Favorite walk? Along the lakefront by Grant Park. Favorite sounds or soundtrack? Bruno Mars and Silk Sonic. Place to celebrate? Gibsons Italia. Best quick bite or hidden gem? I always loved going to Manny’s Deli when I worked in the city. Favorite festival or special event? Concerts in Millennium Park and neighborhood festivals. Best thing about town? The energy, restaurants, festivals, and the views of the river and lakefront. The perfect day is? An overnight stay at the London House, brunch with family and friends, a boat cruise along the Chicago River followed by a romantic dinner at Maple and Ash, topped off with a nightcap at Gibson’s to people watch.
