Doorperson of the Month: Hayley Jordan Lipp

Hayley Jordan Lipp has only been a doorperson at 600 N. Lake Shore Drive for about a year, but she has already made a big impression on the building’s tenants.

“I can’t believe it!” she said with a smile when she learned of her Doorperson of the Month nomination.

Lipp’s background involves managing multiple fast food restaurant locations at once, and her current role marks her first time serving as a front door security doorperson. She said her biggest strength is problem-solving and that she’s a “people pleaser” by nature.

The 600 N. Lake Shore Drive lobby is both busy and beautiful, complete with a waterfall and foliage. Lipp said her busiest time is during shift changes, and in particular, shifts over dinner time. She handles tons of food deliveries during this time while maintaining her duties dealing with packages, cart requests and monitoring security.

The diversity of people residing at 600 N. Lake Shore is one of Lipp’s favorite parts of the job, and she noted that “pleasant people from all walks of life” pass through the lobby. Yet, she also observes that as diverse as the tenants are, everyone shares a common thread of simply being good human beings.

The building is pet-friendly, and a favorite resident of Lipp’s is a well-trained dog that is able to open the entry and exit door with its paws. Lipp said she appreciates the lighter mood in the lobby due to the lifting of mask restrictions, although staff members continue to wear masks at all times.

Lipp moved to the area two years ago, following her parents who also live downtown. She lives in Logan Square with her children, aged 3 and 5 years, and strives to keep moving and stay positive in her career and as a parent. Maybe that accounts for her multitasking abilities at work.

To nominate your favorite doorperson, email [email protected] with their names and why they should be the doorperson of the month. Winners will receive a $25 gift card to Mariano’s.