Media Contacts:  Carly Leviton/Mia DiMeo Carol Fox and Associates carlyl@carolfoxassociates.com miad@carolfoxassociates.com 773-327-3830 x 104/101  : February 14, 2013 NORTHERN TRUST COMMITS TO A PRESENTING SPONSORSHIP FOR EXPO CHICAGO/2013   CHICAGO – EXPO CHICAGO, The International Exposition of Contemporary/Modern Art, is proud to announce that Northern Trust will be the presenting sponsor of the 2013 exposition. After an extremely successful partnership in 2012, Northern Trust, a leading provider of investment management; asset and fund administration; fiduciary and banking solutions for corporations, institutions and affluent individuals worldwide, is increasing its participation to ensure that the second iteration of EXPO CHICAGO (Sept. 19 – 22) will retain and exceed the stellar quality of its inaugural year. Northern Trust’s involvement ensures the attendance of the corporation’s top national and international clients while also engaging support from Chicago’s most influential civic leaders. "Our role as presenting sponsor for EXPO CHICAGO/2013 is a wonderful opportunity to support the arts in Chicago, our global headquarters," said Executive Vice President of Wealth Management at Northern Trust Steve "Mac" MacLellan. "EXPO CHICAGO is building a world-class cultural event in Chicago and we're excited to be a part of this effort." Renewing their commitment to the fair, Northern Trust expands their role with EXPO CHICAGO sponsoring the exposition’s VIP Program, eclectic programming and various events within the fair and throughout the city in conjunction with the exposition.   “Northern Trust's continued support of EXPO CHICAGO is a key component in establishing the longevity of this event, making it a destination for their global clientele and the international art world,” said EXPO CHICAGO President and Director Tony Karman. “Northern Trust has a longstanding commitment to supporting cultural institutions throughout the country and our partnership with them in Chicago will allow us to leverage their generosity and good will as we continue to grow.”   “EXPO CHICAGO is a great tradition for our city and provides an opportunity for Chicagoans to celebrate visual arts and culture on a grand, international scale,” said Mayor Rahm Emanuel. “EXPO CHICAGO enriches Chicago's neighborhoods through its off-site events and community partnerships, and drives economic opportunities and employment throughout the city. For years to come, EXPO CHICAGO will attract artists, dealers, collectors and curators from around the world to Chicago to enjoy our robust, diverse and dynamic arts experience."   About EXPO CHICAGO   Art Expositions, LLC presents the EXPO CHICAGO, The International Exposition of Contemporary/Modern Art, at Navy Pier’s Festival Hall at 600 E. Grand Avenue, Sept. 19 – 22, 2013. This four-day art event features over 100 leading international galleries and offers a curated blend of contemporary/modern art and design. The complete EXPO CHICAGO schedule is as follows. For more information, visit www.expochicago.com.     EXPO CHICAGO/2013 Opening Preview Vernissage: Thursday, Sept. 19, noon – 9 p.m.   General Admission: Friday, Sept. 20 - Sunday, Sept. 22 Friday, Sept. 20, noon - 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, noon - 8 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22, noon - 6 p.m. *all times subject to change   About Northern Trust Northern Trust Corporation (Nasdaq: NTRS) is a leading provider of investment management, asset and fund administration, banking solutions and fiduciary services for corporations, institutions and affluent individuals worldwide. Northern Trust, a financial holding company based in Chicago, has offices in 18 U.S. states and 16 international locations in North America, Europe, the Middle East and the Asia-Pacific region. As of June 30, 2012, Northern Trust had assets under custody of US$4.6 trillion, and assets under investment management of US$704.3 billion. For more than 120 years, Northern Trust has earned distinction as an industry leader in combining exceptional service and expertise with innovative products and technology. For more information, visit www.northerntrust.com or follow Northern Trust on Twitter @NorthernTrust.   #          #          # To please click here EXPO CHICAGO 1412 W. Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60657 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser