Hall of Honor Recipient
Through a career in the business world that led him
into the presidency of Kemper Financial Services, Chicagos
largest investment management firm, John Hawkinson always found time
to help others who were less fortunate. He has served many
charitable organizations in an executive capacity.
Beyond the business world, he has served as: a
Director of the Iowa Childrens Home Society, Chairman of the
United Fund, a Chamber of Commerce Director and a trustee of the
Episcopal Diocese of Iowa. During these extensive involvements
and while heading Kemper Financial Service, he has served as a
director for ten major American companies.
Mr. Hawkinson has been particularly proud of his
affiliation with the University of Iowa in recent decades. His
efforts brought him the Iowa Distinguished Alumni Award in 1984.