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Stephen Beard
Amministratore Delegato presso
COVISTA INC.
Patrimonio netto: 50 M $ in data 31/05/2026
Profilo
Stephen Wayne Beard is Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer at Covista, Inc. since 2024, Independent Director at Planet Fitness, Inc. starting in 2026, and Director at A Better Chicago.
Former roles include Director at Ann & Robert H.
Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Secretary & Director at Heidrick & Struggles (UK) Ltd., Director at Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Consulting Ltd., Secretary, Chief Administrative Officer & EVP at Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc. from 2013 to 2018, and Member of the Corporate & Securities Group at Schiff Hardin LLP.
Education includes graduate degree from Indiana University Maurer School of Law in 1998 and undergraduate degree from the University of Illinois At Urbana–Champaign.
Partecipazioni note in società pubbliche
| Società | Data | Numero di azioni | Valutazione | Data di valutazione |
|---|---|---|---|---|
COVISTA INC. 1,25% | 11/06/2026 | 424.033 ( 1,25% ) | 50 M $ | 31/05/2026 |
| 05/05/2026 | 507 ( 0% ) | 27 130 $ | 31/05/2026 |
Posizioni attive di Stephen Beard
| Società | Posizione | Inizio |
|---|---|---|
| COVISTA INC. | Amministratore Delegato | 08/09/2021 |
| PLANET FITNESS, INC. | Direttore/Membro del Consiglio | 09/02/2026 |
A Better Chicago
 A Better Chicago A Better Chicago is a venture philanthropy organization dedicated to creating equitable opportunities for low-income Black and Latinx youth by investing over $50 million annually in innovative, youth-serving nonprofits. The private company is based in Chicago. The organization supports partners at various development stages through funds such as the Catalyst, Venture, Growth, and Alumni Funds, providing education, mentorship, career pathways, social-emotional development, trauma-informed mental health services, and essential needs support. Serving over 135,000 youth, their partners offer programs including academic coaching, restorative justice, college preparation, literacy improvement, and therapeutic services aimed at breaking the cycle of poverty. The organization emphasizes strategic partnerships, rigorous due diligence, data-informed decision-making, and community engagement. The American company also provides research and tools, such as the Youth Opportunity Dashboard™ and "State of Our Youth" reports, to track outcomes and inform strategies citywide. Community engagement is fostered through the Impact Council and public involvement opportunities like donations and events. The company was founded by William Krehbiel. | Direttore/Membro del Consiglio | - |
Precedenti posizioni note di Stephen Beard
| Società | Posizione | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| HEIDRICK & STRUGGLES INTERNATIONAL, INC. | Direttore Amministrativo | 31/01/2018 |
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
 Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services Provides healthcare services to children | Direttore/Membro del Consiglio | - |
Schiff Hardin LLP
 Schiff Hardin LLP Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides legal services | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Consulting Ltd.
 Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Consulting Ltd. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides management, scientific, and technical consulting services | Direttore/Membro del Consiglio | 31/01/2018 |
Heidrick & Struggles (UK) Ltd.
 Heidrick & Struggles (UK) Ltd. Personnel ServicesCommercial Services Provides management, scientific and technical consulting services | Direttore/Membro del Consiglio | - |
Formazione di Stephen Beard
Esperienze
Posizioni ricoperte
Attive
Inattive
Società nel listino
Aziende private
Relazioni
61
Relazioni di 1° grado
10
Aziende connesse in 1º grado
Uomo
Donna
Amministratori
Dirigenti
Società collegate
| Aziende private | 10 |
|---|---|
Covista, Inc.
 Covista, Inc. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Provides educational services | Consumer Services |
Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc.
 Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc. Personnel ServicesCommercial Services Provides executive search and leadership advisory services | Commercial Services |
Schiff Hardin LLP
Schiff Hardin LLP Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides legal services | Commercial Services |
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services Provides healthcare services to children | Health Services |
Planet Fitness, Inc.
 Planet Fitness, Inc. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Operates fitness centers & sells related equipment | Consumer Services |
Heidrick & Struggles (UK) Ltd.
Heidrick & Struggles (UK) Ltd. Personnel ServicesCommercial Services Provides management, scientific and technical consulting services | Commercial Services |
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
 Indiana University Maurer School of Law Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Consulting Ltd.
Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Consulting Ltd. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides management, scientific, and technical consulting services | Commercial Services |
University of Illinois At Urbana–Champaign
 University of Illinois At Urbana–Champaign Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
A Better Chicago
A Better Chicago A Better Chicago is a venture philanthropy organization dedicated to creating equitable opportunities for low-income Black and Latinx youth by investing over $50 million annually in innovative, youth-serving nonprofits. The private company is based in Chicago. The organization supports partners at various development stages through funds such as the Catalyst, Venture, Growth, and Alumni Funds, providing education, mentorship, career pathways, social-emotional development, trauma-informed mental health services, and essential needs support. Serving over 135,000 youth, their partners offer programs including academic coaching, restorative justice, college preparation, literacy improvement, and therapeutic services aimed at breaking the cycle of poverty. The organization emphasizes strategic partnerships, rigorous due diligence, data-informed decision-making, and community engagement. The American company also provides research and tools, such as the Youth Opportunity Dashboard™ and "State of Our Youth" reports, to track outcomes and inform strategies citywide. Community engagement is fostered through the Impact Council and public involvement opportunities like donations and events. The company was founded by William Krehbiel. |
