Chief Development Officer
Bilek brings with her a wealth of experience, having dedicated 13 years to Advocate Health Care, the largest integrated healthcare system in Illinois, where she served as their Director of Government Grants & Program Development. Over the past decade, she has been instrumental in leading system-wide initiatives aimed at identifying and articulating Advocate Health Care programs and projects. Notably, she led philanthropic strategy for 27 hospitals and secured an impressive $100 million in grant funding throughout her tenure. Furthermore, she spearheaded Advocate’s Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) Program and secured funding to open its inaugural Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Clinic which improves access to treatment and recovery for vulnerable communities in Chicago. With a strong foundation in philanthropy and program development, Bilek has demonstrated a commitment to establishing sustainable programs and forging valuable external partnerships. Her proven track record will contribute significantly to PAARI’s mission and organizational goals.
