McHenry County EDC President

Pam Cumpata became President of the EDC in July of 2009.  Pam is a banking and finance veteran in the Chicago area, building her career of over 23 years with financial institutions providing commercial business development and relationship management to companies with revenues ranging from $3 to $250 million.  Her many successes include a record of increasing profitability, strengthening business relationships and providing leadership and direction.  She has hands on experience with asset based lending, collateral audits and wealth management.  Pam received her Master of Business Administration from Loyola University and her BA from Loyola University with a major in Finance.  Pam is also a  graduate of the Northwestern Kellogg School of Management Women’s Senior Leadership program.

Centegra Health System CEO Mike Eesley, a member of our Leadership Council, commented that   “Pam’s business talents and finance experience are of tremendous value as EDC provides service to McHenry County businesses impacted by our current economy.  Her experience complimented by her  local ties and knowledge of McHenry County, as well as her passion and commitment to the mission of economic development -- creating wealth and primary jobs – will help to provide the economic diversity needed in McHenry County.”

In addition to her business background, Pam is a Board Member and Treasurer for the YWCA Elgin, Congregation President at St John Lutheran Church and a committee member with United Way of Elgin.