Ghian Foreman is the President and CEO of the Emerald South Economic Development Collaborative, which generates community wealth and amplifies local culture through shared pride, power, and investment for Chicago's mid-South Side. Emerald South attracts and coordinates investment through community convening and collaborative partnerships that increase local ownership and prosperity. 

Prior to joining Emerald South, Foreman was the Executive Director of the Greater Southwest Development Corporation, a community development corporation focused on the improvement of the Southwest Side of Chicago. He also previously served as VP of Strategic Acquisitions at HSBC, where he oversaw over $3 billion in acquisitions.

Foreman is the Managing Partner of the Washington Park Development Group, a real estate development firm focused on traditionally underserved urban markets. In this capacity, he has been responsible for over $50 million in investments and development. Foreman sits on several boards, including the Chicago Rehab Network, Chicagoland Owners Land Trust, Chicago Housing Authority Support Corporation, and Illinois Attorney Registration Disciplinary Commission. He is currently the President of the Chicago Police Board. 

He earned a BS from Florida A&M University and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. A native Chicagoan, he lives in Kenwood with his wife Traci and daughter Jade.