IN HER HONOR

When Emily Krall moved away from her native Lake Forest to go to college and start her life, she always knew she’d find her way back to the area. “So many people share the same love of Lake Forest and Lake Bluff and it really adds to the welcoming nature of this extended community,” says Krall, who now lives in Lake Bluff with husband, Steven, and their children Charlie, age 5, and Caroline, age 3. “I have enjoyed seeing firsthand how the communities are so interconnected yet still different from each other.” The former Gatorade marketer says she was honored when the Northwestern Memorial Hospital Woman’s Board invited her to join them. “My mom, Susan Morrison, dedicated so much of her life to civic and charitable organizations,” she explains. “Northwestern Memorial Hospital has done so much for my family over the years and when the opportunity to join The Woman’s Board was presented, I knew I had to jump at the chance.” Krall, who will co-chair the organization’s inaugural Summer Soirée fundraiser with Bridget Tully Vrabel, Annie Hudson, and Emily Sturgess, says she is proud to be a part of such an important mission.

“The board just celebrated its 125th anniversary and we have done everything from bringing electricity to the hospital for the first time to committing millions of dollars to leading-edge research and patient care initiatives,” she says. “Sadly, I lost my mom in July of last year so following in her footsteps and giving back in this way is now more special than ever.” Titled “Anchors Aweigh,” the June 7 event at Saddle & Cycle Club in Chicago will feature cocktails, delicious bites, and dancing under the stars to the acclaimed yacht rock band, Anchor’s Away. “Proceeds from the event will help us continue our legacy of philanthropy and service and support our current $4.6 million pledge to fund comprehensive reproductive care across a woman’s lifetime,” adds Krall, who took time from her busy schedule to share a few of her favorite things around town.

Favorite local place to stay in shape? Focused Results in Lake Bluff. Clothing designer/brand that never disappoints? Tuckernuck. Favorite restaurant in Lake Forest/Lake Bluff? Francesca’s. Favorite restaurant in Chicago? Bavette’s. Last TV show you binged and loved? Daisy Jones and the Six. What’s in your Airpods? Good Inside with Dr. Becky. Beauty products you can’t live without? IL Makiage Foundation. Favorite venue to attend or host a fundraising gala? Casino Club or Saddle & Cycle Club. Favorite place for a walk in Lake Forest/Lake Bluff? Anywhere near Forest Park Beach. What are you most looking forward to this spring? Playing golf! What is Lake Forest/Lake Bluff ’s best kept secret? The view at Walden Bluff ’s Edge Bridge. What’s on your 2024 bucket list? It was a family trip to Disney World, which we just took this winter. Favorite place you’ve traveled to recently? Aspen Athlete, living or dead, you’d most like to have dinner with? Billie Jean King. Favorite pastimes? Golf, tennis, squash, and skiing.