Chicago United's signature programming and initiatives allows all employees of our Member Companies to identify and explore the issues and challenges critical to implement bold actions that initiate and sustain an inclusive culture throughout their enterprises.
C-Suite Sessions
C-Suite Sessions is an exclusive series of four panel discussions led by CEOs and senior leaders who are implementing innovative strategies within their respective industry.
Who Should Attend?
Attend if you are:
- A member of Chicago United’s CEO Council, including senior leaders within a Member Company with company-wide responsibility.
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Thursday, April 24 | 9:00 - 10:30 AM
C-Suite Session: Nonprofit & Civic Organizations
June 2025
C-Suite Session: Higher Education - Addressing the
Pipeline Gaps
September 2025
C-Suite Session: Entrepreneurship
October 2025
C-Suite Session: Hot Topics
DOR PROGRAMMING SERIES
Peer-to-peer learning sessions that investigate current trends and leading practices for less common challenges.
Who Should Attend?
Attend if you are:
- A Human Resources Executive
- A business leader responsible for inclusive talent development
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April 2025
Sharing Best Practices
May 2025
Sharing Best Practices
September 2025
Sharing Best Practices
October 2025
Sharing Best Practices
EMPLOYEE RESOURCE GROUP SYMPOSIUMS
A prime opportunity to learn best practices from experts on creating models for highly effective resource groups that advance business imperatives.
Who Should Attend?
Attend if you are:
- A Chief Human Resources Officer
- An Executive or Senior Human Resources professional responsible for resourcing and/or developing ERGs
- An ERG Executive Sponsor
- An ERG Chair/Leader
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May 2025
Leveraging Your ERG Leadership
For Career Advancement
September 2025
ERG and Community Impact Collaboration
MID-LEVEL MANAGER SERIES
Programming developed to equip managers with the leadership skills to establish collaborative and effective teams while building a solid foundation for career growth.
Who Should Attend?
Attend if you are:
- CII Corporate Guide
- Employee Resource Group Leader
- Employee of a Chicago United Member Company
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May 2025
Social Emotional Intelligence Workshop
June 2025
Leading From the Middle
October 2025
Preventing Burnout: Managing Time
and Stress
EMERGING LEADER SERIES
Focused on the advancement of young professionals, this series features insight and guidance from executives on navigating corporate culture toward career growth.
Who Should Attend?
Attend if you are:
- CII Fellow
- Employee Resource Group Member/Leader
- Employee of a Chicago United Member Company
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April 2025
Collaborating Across Generations
July 2025
Emotional Agility in the Workplace
September 2025
Network Your Way to Coaching, Mentorship,
and Sponsorship Opportunities
BLC - BUSINESS LEADERS OF CHICAGO
PROGRAMMING SERIES
This programming series supports Chicago United’s BLCs with a lineup of topics that support them to become prime candidates for Corporate Board service.
Who Should Attend?
Attend if you are:
- A Chicago United BLC
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April 2025
Corporate Governance
June 2025
Corporate Bio: Defining Your Brand
September 2025
Get On A Board: Making Connections
October 2025
Board Service: Private vs. Public Companies
BRIDGE AWARDS CELEBRATION
The Bridge Awards Celebration is the premier event in Chicago, celebrating excellence within corporate governance and fostering inclusive leadership at the highest levels of corporate America. The Bridge Awards convenes Chicago’s most influential business executives and civic leaders who are leading the charge in their organizations and communities.
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2025 Bridge Awards Celebration
Thursday, November 20, 2025
The Geraghty, 2520 S. Hoyne Avenue, Chicago
