Chicago United is the premier thought leader in advancing inclusion. Our year-long program series provides platforms for attendees to learn, collaborate and engage with peers, and ultimately lead transformative change throughout Chicago’s business ecosystem.
C-Suite Sessions
C-Suite Sessions (formerly the CEO Roundtable Series) is an exclusive series of four panel discussions 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, including senior leaders within a Member Company who has company-wide responsibility.
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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
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/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 equip 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
Focused on the advancement of young, diverse 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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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