IL SR1596

Honors Barbara Samuels of Chicago, who died on July 2, 2020, and was born August 15, 1937 in Gary, Indiana.

Recognizes her career as the first African American copywriter for Sears and Roebuck in 1963, advancing to buyer positions and being named global "Buyer of the Year" in 1998.

Notes her founding of The Lion's Share in 1994, a consulting firm providing business advice to fashion industry designers and entrepreneurs.

Acknowledges her work as a media personality on television and radio, fashion columnist, consultant, and lecturer at Columbia College.

Extends condolences to her surviving son Gregory and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to her family.