Alicia grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and moved to the city in 2021. She joined CGWW in June 2022 and became a walk leader that July. A full-time tax specialist and part-time grad student pursuing an MEd in Computer Education and Technology, she plans to transition into Instructional Design. Outside of CGWW, Alicia enjoys spending time with her dogs, Poppy and Juniper, fostering cats, reading, traveling, walking (duh), finding great coffee shops, and relaxing by the lake in summer. Her goal is to showcase her favorite city and the best walking spots around town

Ariana has lived in Chicago for 5 years and joined CGWW in 2021 to make new friends. Outside of CGWW she enjoys crocheting, reading, swimming, and trying new restaurants, and cooking. Her goal is to find meaningful friendships.

Carina has lived in the city of Chicago for a little over a year but visited often even she was in the suburbs for school. She currently works as a financial analyst in the Loop and joined CGWW to meet people from different walks (no-pun intended) of life but share similar interests as her. Carina loves exploring the city, travelling to new ones, and is always on the hunt for hidden food gems tucked away in different neighbourhoods throughout Chicago. She grew up in Singapore and would love to meet fellow international ladies who are starting anew in the Windy City!

Diana moved to Chicago in 2020 after living in the suburbs for college since 2017. She joined CGWW in 2022 when the club first started, and is currently an event coordinator for the club. She loves the connections she’s made through it and how it unites people from all over Chicago. Outside of the club, she loves going to concerts (she’s been to more than 150!) and has seen the Jonas Brothers - her favorite band - 17 times and counting. She also loves Disney and is always down for a Disney night out.

Elena moved to Chicago in 2016 and pursuit, an education and career in psychology to work with kids. She currently works as a behavior analyst for kids with autism while also working on a second masters in counseling. Elena became a walk leader summer of 2024 as a way to meet new people and explore the city. Since joining, she has created new meaningful friendships and has found a new hobbies, including book clubs. As the great movie a Cinderella Story as quoted from Babe Ruth Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.” – is something that Elena has lived by.

Hallie has lived in Chicago for seven years and grew up in the suburbs. She graduated from Roosevelt University and currently works in logistics. This will be her second season as a walk leader. Originally, she joined to meet new friends and get out of the house more. Outside of CGWW, Hallie enjoys taking workout classes and trying new restaurants!

Katelyn has lived in Chicago for 10 years after moving to the city for college. She’s a lighting designer with experience in architecture, theatre, and theme parks. Katelyn joined CGWW in 2024 as a walk leader and loves to bring her dog, Finnie, on walks around the city! Katelyn is a total bookworm and adores the CGWW bookclub. Her goal is to foster community and connect folks with everything Chicago has to offer.

Sabrina has lived in the city of Chicago for 7 years and also grew up in the surrounding suburbs. She currently is a graduate student studying to become a therapist, specializing in Substance Use Disorder. Sabrina joined CGWW in 2020 to seek out friendships, stay active, and to explore the city. Her goal is to continue to connect people across the city through CGWW's Geneva chat.