Wintrust Business Minute: Lincoln Park Zoo’s annual ‘Zoo Ball’ raises $1.8 million

Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute.

Chicago’s Lincoln Park Zoo just held its 48th annual Zoo Ball and the event was the highest-grossing ball in the zoo’s history. Crain’s reports the ball raised $1.8 million. The event helps fund animal care, conservation and education programs. The money is also used to maintain the zoo, arboretum and botanic garden. 600 people attended this year’s ball. A silent auction included a snake shaped diamond ring and a private climb up Mount Kilimanjaro.

Also, The automotive seating maker Adient will invest $8 million to create a supply facility near the Rivian plant in downstate Normal. Listen for more below: