State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) has committed her life to public service and giving back to her community.

Glowiak Hilton will use her proven skills as an empathetic leader, problem solver and dedicated public servant to represent the 23rd State Senate District in Springfield.

Glowiak Hilton received her bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology and a master's degree in manufacturing engineering from Northwestern University. She served two terms on the Recreation Commission, including two years as its Chair. The residents of Western Springs recognized her dedication to her community and elected her Village Trustee in 2009 and 2013.

During her tenure on the Western Springs Village Board, Glowiak Hilton has been a voice for balanced budgets. While chairing the Public Works and Water committees, she took major steps in improving the water quality with the construction of a new water purification plant. She also served on the Planning and Zoning Committee and was the Chair of the General Government Committee.

Professionally, Glowiak Hilton works as an engineering consultant in the western suburbs assisting clients in conflict resolution through report writing and expert testimony.

She raised three children in Western Springs where she and her family have resided for over 25 years.

Glowiak Hilton currently serves as chair of the Licensed Activities Committee. She also serves on the Energy and Public Utilities and Transportation Committees, as well as the Special Committee on Pensions and Appropriations of Health and Human Services.