Naperville's Chris Pilat Runs for Team Imerman Angels in Bank of America Chicago Marathon

Naperville resident Chris Pilat, cancer survivor, completes the 2013 Bank of America Chicago Marathon with Team Imerman Angels. 

$150,000 in funds raised as 90 members of Team IA cross the finish line benefitting Imerman Angels’ mission to enable 1-on-1 cancer support for cancer fighters, survivors and caregivers. Congratulations, Team Imerman Angels, for completing the 2013 Bank of America Chicago Marathon.  Imerman Angels believes that every fundraising page created, jersey worn while training, and each individual informed of the Imerman Angels mission helps raise awareness to ensure that no one faces cancer alone.

Imerman Angel’s marathon weekend began with the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Health and Fitness Expo at McCormick Place Convention Center.  Guests were invited to browse more than 200 exhibitors of marathon apparel, footwear, and latest fitness technology.  On Saturday evening, Team Imerman Angels members and their families were invited to enjoy a protein-packed pasta dinner at Bongiorno’s courtesy of Imerman Angels.

Team Imerman Angels, headed by first time marathon runner and head of Team IA recruiting  Khitam Masoud, was comprised of 90 members from all over the United States and beyond.  Masoud, a two-time cancer survivor, first decided to run with Imerman Angels last year when she met Israel Antonio, a blind athlete who runs for various organizations.  His determination to overcome challenges inspired Khitam to train hard and cross the finish line in support of Imerman Angel’s cause.