CNA Insurance Companies Sponsors 2006 Chicago Gay Games Allstar sponsor supports volleyball competition at Navy Pier 2005-09-29  Media Center  Contact Info  Press Sign Up  Logo Download  Press Releases  Archived Articles Chicago-based CNA insurance companies today announced its sponsorship of the 2006 Gay Games in Chicago. CNA joins at the 'Allstar' level and will be a sponsor of the volleyball competition to take place at Chicago’s Navy Pier. One of the largest commercial insurance writers in the USA, CNA joins more than 90 local, national and international sponsors that have signed up in support of Gay Games VII Sports and Cultural Festival. Gay Games VII runs 15-22 July 2006 and will draw 12,000 participants and tens of thousands of spectators for eight days of sports competitions, arts and culture, and social events. "At CNA, we understand the importance of building lasting relationships with the communities where we live and work," said Sarah Pang, senior vice president of Corporate Communications, CNA. "We are delighted to support the 2006 Gay Games right here in our hometown of Chicago. Our contribution represents both our commitment to an event of great importance to the City of Chicago, as well as our celebration of diversity among our employees and customers. We are proud to stand with the many others who will welcome the Gay Games next July." "CNA has once again demonstrated its commitment to Chicago," said Larry Kuhn, Director of Strategic Corporate Alliances with Chicago Games, Inc. the local host organization. "The Gay Games will bring an estimated $80 million in activity to our region’s economy. By highlighting that Chicago is a diverse, warm and welcoming destination for gay and lesbian people worldwide, the tourism benefits extend for many years. CNA’s contribution helps ensure the fiscal success of the local host organization as we deliver this important boon to the businesses of Illinois.” About CNA CNA is the country’s seventh largest commercial insurance writer and the 14th largest property and casualty company. CNA’s insurance products include standard commercial lines, specialty lines, surety, marine and other property and casualty coverages. CNA's services include risk management, information services, underwriting, risk control and claims administration. For more information, please visit CNA at www.cna.com. CNA is a registered service mark, trade name and domain name of CNA Financial Corporation. For more information, visit CNA.com.
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