In celebration of Women’s History Month, we are highlighting some of the amazing women within the Museum of Science and Industry that embody our core values and make MSI a special place. Meet LaQuita Ford! LaQuita has been with MSI for 27 years now, originally working the weekends as well as special events. Now as the Senior Director of Guest Operations, LaQuita leads her team to provide unforgettable experiences for our guests, such as in-depth tours of the U505. She is also proud to facilitate opportunities such as scholarship programs that provide teachers and school groups with the chance to visit MSI. With a Master’s in Community Counseling from Chicago State University, LaQuita takes her love of people and helping others and puts it fully into her work and leadership style. Working at MSI inspired her to pursue a degree in psychology as her time here sparked a passion for making a difference in people’s lives. She embodies one of our core strategic pillars, meaningful relationships, and builds those relationships within the Museum as well as outside of our institution. LaQuita sees first-hand the effect that MSI provides to the community, which is what drives her to keep the Museum accessible to guests inside and outside of Chicago. Within her time at MSI, LaQuita has been a part of some amazing historical events such as the opening of the Entry Hall and the creation of the U505’s exhibition space. She has also worked the Black Creativity Gala every year since she started with MSI and has been able to watch the event grow and evolve each year. Those moments of wow are what motives her to continue the work that she does and helps her think of new ways to keep creating those special memories that really stand out to guests. The busiest times of year have created some of her favorite moments at MSI and you will often find her out on the floor supporting her team and guests during these times. LaQuita has a people first attitude and finds happiness with bringing joy to those around her. She is inspired by the other leaders within the Museum to continue to make it an amazing place. Thank you, LaQuita, for truly inspiring the inventive genius in us all.
LaQuita, YOU are such a STAR. Thank you for your tireless and longtime dedication and commitment to MSI. We are so fortunate to have you as a part of the team. I am so blessed to be on your team.
LaQuita was an incredible colleague at MSI. Really enjoyed working with her, and so glad she’s being recognized.
The best!!
LaQuita, as has already been stated, you are the best! Even better than that, you are loved! Congratulations!!
YES! 👏 LaQuita is the best and always loved working with her when I was at MSI!
Brava, LaQuita! you’re a bright light at an amazing Chicago institution. So proud of you, and grateful for Chevy Humphrey for her leadership!
Love working with LaQuita and always learn something from her. Thanks LaQuitafor all you do!
Congratulations LaQuita ❤️❤️
Congratulations, LaQuita!
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4moLaQuita is the absolute best 👏 I loved working with her and it’s so good to see her work highlighted here.