JB Pritzker's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of JB Pritzker.

Jay Robert "J. B." Pritzker is an American businessman and politician currently serving as the 43rd Governor of Illinois since 2019. As a member of the prominent Pritzker family, known for owning the Hyatt hotel chain, he has established himself as a successful venture capitalist and investor. Pritzker founded several startups focused on investment, most notably the Pritzker Group, where he holds the position of managing partner. His career spans both the business and political spheres.

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2008: Entrepreneurial Champion Award

In 2008, Pritzker received the Entrepreneurial Champion Award from the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce for promoting economic development and job creation.

2013: Received the Survivors' Legacy Award

In 2013, J.B. Pritzker received the Survivors' Legacy Award for his leadership in creating the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center.

October 22, 2015: Northwestern Law School renamed

On October 22, 2015, Northwestern University School of Law announced that J.B. Pritzker and his wife, M. K. Pritzker, donated $100 million, resulting in the renaming of the school to Northwestern Pritzker School of Law.

March 20, 2018: Win in the Democratic Primary

On March 20, 2018, Pritzker won the Democratic primary for governor by a large margin, receiving 45.13% of the vote.

November 6, 2018: Defeat of Incumbent Governor Bruce Rauner

On November 6, 2018, Pritzker defeated incumbent Republican governor Bruce Rauner in the general election, receiving 54.53% of the vote.

May 31, 2019: Passage of Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act

On May 31, 2019, the Illinois General Assembly passed the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act legalizing and regulating the production, consumption, and sale of adult-use cannabis.