Theresa L. Horton is a freelance writer for the Chicago Defender. She currently covers lifestyle, business, and inequities in our community. Before joining the Chicago Defender in 2020, Theresa was a blogger and guest contributor for a professional women’s website. She is a Finance professional with 20 years of experience; in her free time, she supports various non-profits in the Chicagoland area. She grew up on the south side of Chicago and received her MBA from St. Xavier University.