It was so great to catch up with our friends LaKeshia Purchase, Alderwoman of Ward 5.
If you don’t know her, listen to the conversation to learn more!
Lakeisha Purchase is a proven leader working to lead positive change in government, private sector housing rehabilitation, historic preservations while making a lasting impact through community and public service.
Purchase was raised in Maywood, Illinois by hardworking parents – her father, a letter carrier and President of the National Association Letter Carriers Branch 1870, and her mother, an advocate in medical field.
First in her family to attend college, LaKeisha graduated from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Communications. While there, she became a Paul Simon Institute Ambassador.
Ms.Purchase received invaluable hands-on legislative experience as an intern in the District Office of Illinois Senator Kimberly A. Lightford and in Springfield after completing the Vince Demuzio internship program as an undergraduate student.
Lakeisha Purchase is a dynamic leader who brings energy, enthusiasm, dedication and determination to all she does.
Outside the realm of politics, Lakeisha is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, she enjoys exercising and loves spending time with her cat Tiger.
