Nonprofit contribution: Kazas began with The Goldie Initiative as a mentor and progressed to co-chairing its Goldie Gala in 2022 and 2023, achieving record fundraising. As board president, she oversees the 2023-26 strategic plan, which expands programming and fundraising beyond the Chicago area.
Biggest professional win: In 2023, Kazas launched Longfellow Lifts, the firm’s corporate giving program. The initiative donates over $250,000 annually and supports community involvement, STEM education, and DEI, with employees committing 400 volunteer hours per year.
Other contributions: Kazas served on the board of NAIOP Chicago from 2017 to 2023, contributing her expertise to the commercial real estate community.