Chicago United's signature programming and initiatives allows our members to identify and explore the issues and challenges critical to implement bold actions that develop, advance and sustain an inclusive culture throughout their enterprises.
C-Suite Sessions
C-Suite Sessions (formerly the CEO Roundtable Series) is an exclusive series of four panel discussions focused on "Elevating Equity in Business," led by 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 (guests and representatives are not eligible.)
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Wednesday, April 24 | 9:00 - 10:30 AM
C-Suite Session: Healthcare
Tuesday, June 18 | 9:00 - 10:30 AM
C-Suite Session: Venture Capital
Tuesday, September 17 | 9:00 - 10:30 AM
C-Suite Session: Professional Services
Wednesday, October 9 | 9:00 - 10:30 AM
C-Suite Session: Energy
DIVERSITY OFFICER ROUNDTABLE SERIES
Peer-to-peer learning sessions facilitated by executives responsible for their organization’s diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies, that investigate current trends and leading practices for less common challenges.
Who Should Attend?
Attend if you are:
- A Human Resources Executive
- A Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer
- A business leader responsible for inclusive talent development
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Tuesday, April 23 | 9:00 - 10:30 AM
Elevating Equity
Hosted by BMO
Friday, May 17 | 9:00 - 10:30 AM
Elevating Equity
Hosted by Discover
September 2024 | 9:00 - 10:30 AM
Elevating Equity
Hosted by Navistar
October 2024 | 9:00 - 10:30 AM
Elevating Equity
Hosted by Health Care Service Corporation
EMPLOYEE RESOURCE GROUP SYMPOSIUM
Chicago United convenes Employee Resource Group Leaders through this series of programming to create an incomparable peer-to-peer learning experience. Participating Senior-level ERGs will learn from thought-leaders and experts as they share actionable strategies towards systemic change and cultural inclusiveness.
Who Should Attend?
Attend if you are:
- A Chief Human Resources Officer/Chief Diversity 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 2024
Preventing Burnout and Succession Planning
Wednesday, September 18 | 9:00 - 11:00 AM
The Importance of Allyship
Hosted by EY
MID-LEVEL MANAGER SERIES
Programming that equips Mid-level Managers with the leadership skills to build collaborative and effective teams and further impact their organization’s diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.
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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Thursday, April 25 | 9:00 – 11:00 AM
Leading with Emotional Intelligence
Lisa Harrell, Chief Human Resource Officer, Cleveland Avenue
Hosted by Wintrust
Thursday, June 13 | 9:00 – 11:00 AM
Building a Trauma Informed Workplace
Hosted by Wintrust
Thursday, October 10 | 8:30 – 10:30 AM
Fostering Leadership Agility
Hosted by Wintrust
EMERGING LEADER SERIES
Chicago United works to empower young, diverse professionals to accelerate their careers and advance multiracial leadership within their organizations. This series features Chicago United Business Leaders of Color who assess the tools necessary to navigate corporate culture toward career advancement.
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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May 2024
Creating Your Leadership Blueprint
Thursday, July 25 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Building Your Brand as a Leader
Hosted by Suntory Global Spirits
Thursday, September 26 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM
What's My Leadership Style?
Hosted by McDonald's
BUSINESS LEADERS OF COLOR (BLC) SERIES
Through the Business Leaders of Color (BLC) Series, Chicago United identifies innovative, global thinkers and unites them to share insights on corporate board governance. Programming in this series connects BLCs to corporate opportunities and provides a platform to engage with accomplished and diverse Chicago-area business executives.
Who Should Attend?
Attend if you are:
- A Chicago United Business Leader of Color
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Thursday, April 25
Introduction to Corporate Governance
Tuesday, June 25
Creating an Impressive Corporate Board Bio
Tuesday, September 24 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Connecting to Board Opportunities
Hosted by Deloitte
Thursday, October 24 | 9:00 - 10:30 AM
Board Service: Private vs. Public Companies
BRIDGE AWARDS CELEBRATION
The Bridge Awards Celebration is the premier diversity and inclusion event in Chicago, celebrating excellence in diversity within corporate governance and fostering multiracial leadership at the highest levels of corporate America. The event connects Chicago’s most influential business executives and civic leaders who share the value of advancing inclusion and are leading the charge in their organizations and communities.
