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SUMMARY:Reasonable Accommodations in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we examine the legal framework surrounding reasonable accommodations in the workplace\, including employer obligations under the ADA and other applicable laws. Topics will span the full spectrum of accommodation issues\, from the initial employee request through the interactive process.\n\n\n\n\nlearn more\n\nregister here
URL:https://cms.ilchamber.org/event/reasonable-accommodations-in-the-workplace/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Best Practices for Disciplinary Write-Ups
DESCRIPTION:Join Scott Cruz\, Labor and Employment Partner at UB Greensfelder\, LLP for a webinar in which Scott will provide practical guidance on creating\, documenting\, and managing disciplinary write-ups in a legally compliant\, fair\, and effective manner. Attendees will learn how disciplinary documentation supports performance management\, reinforces workplace standards\, and helps mitigate organizational risk.  Key topics include (1) understanding when disciplinary action is appropriate and how documentation supports accountability and consistency; (2) recording facts objectively\, identifying policy violations\, outlining expectations\, and documenting corrective action plans; (3) avoiding discriminatory language\, maintaining consistency across employees\, and ensuring documentation aligns with company policies and employment laws; and (4) identifying pitfalls such as subjective statements\, incomplete records\, and inconsistent disciplinary practices. \n\n\n\n\nlearn more\n\nregister here
URL:https://cms.ilchamber.org/event/best-practices-for-disciplinary-write-ups/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Hiring & Firing 101
DESCRIPTION:Hiring and firing are crucial bookends of every employment relationship\, and it can be overwhelming to keep up with the ever-changing laws related to the workplace. Led by an experienced employment attorney\, this webinar will help you make sure your business avoids legal missteps when onboarding and terminating employees. Join us as we explore protected classes\, what is (and isn't) appropriate to ask in an interview\, an overview of severance agreements\, and much more. \n\n\n\n\nlearn more\n\nregister here
URL:https://cms.ilchamber.org/event/hiring-firing-101/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Building Enterprise Value: Preparing Your Middle-Market Company to Scale\, Raise Capital\, or Sell
DESCRIPTION:As middle-market companies approach critical inflection points—whether scaling rapidly\, raising capital\, pursuing an acquisition\, or preparing for a potential sale—the challenge shifts from simply driving growth to proving the business is ready for its next stage. Investors and buyers are not only evaluating revenue. They are assessing whether the organization has the leadership\, operating discipline\, financial visibility\, and execution infrastructure required to scale and consistently deliver results. \nThis practical workshop focuses on three value-critical areas that strengthen enterprise value and investor confidence: \n· A clear business roadmap aligned with growth goals \n· Reliable data\, performance visibility\, and disciplined decision-making \n· A scalable leadership\, organizational\, and human capital structure \nParticipants will gain tips and tools to explore how to move beyond fragmented informal decision-making and disconnected initiatives toward an integrated operating model supported by strong governance\, cross-functional alignment\, and execution discipline. \nDesigned for founders\, CEOs\, and executive leadership teams\, this session provides a clear\, actionable path to transform the operating model\, elevate performance visibility\, and deliver a high-performing business that realizes its full enterprise value. \n\n\n\n\nlearn more\n\nregister here
URL:https://cms.ilchamber.org/event/building-enterprise-value-preparing-your-middle-market-company-to-scale-raise-capital-or-sell/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T103000
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SUMMARY:Retaliation & Discrimination Claims: Prevention\, Risks\, and Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will cover state and federal statutes under which Illinois employees can bring retaliation and discrimination claims. We will also discuss best practices employers can implement to reduce the risk of employees bringing these claims\, as well as what to do if an employee threatens to bring a claim. \n\n\n\n\nlearn more\n\nregister here
URL:https://cms.ilchamber.org/event/retaliation-discrimination-claims-prevention-risks-and-best-practices/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Annual Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:September 24\, 2026 l Hilton Chicago Continental Room\, 720 S. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago IL 60605 \nThe Annual Luncheon is the Chamber’s signature event\, bringing together business leaders from across the state who share a common goal: creating a business climate that fosters inclusive growth and prosperity for everyone. This event provides a platform to highlight issues that are important to the business community and to elevate them on the public agenda. \n1030am to 11:30am - Join us for the Networking Reception/Expo11:30am - Luncheon begins \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeynote SpeakerKen Wegner\, President and Owner of The Jel Sert Company\n\n\n\n\nPanel Discussion - Member Spotlight: Growth Happens Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeena Beyers\, Vice President of Business & Community Development\, Nicor Gas \n\n\n\n\n\n\nKevin Donahue\, State & Local Manager\, Canadian National \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHelen Fitzpatrick\, Vice President of State Government Affairs\, AbbVie \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael Telesky\, Vice President\, Sales\, IL/NW Indiana \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur EmceeLourdes Duarte\n\n\n\n\nThank you Chamber Friend Sponsors\n\n\n\nThank you Business Supporter Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you Table Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you Exhibitor Level sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsorship opportunities available.  Please contact Laurie Silvey at (217) 991-8598 or ls*****@***********er.org.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\nOur Speakers\n\nAgenda\n\nBecome a Sponsor
URL:https://cms.ilchamber.org/event/annual-luncheon/
LOCATION:Hilton Chicago Continental Room\, 720 S. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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SUMMARY:Workers’ Compensation and Safety Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Illinois Chamber of Commerce and the Illinois Self-Insurers’ Association will join forces to present the Most Important Workers’ Compensation & Safety Conference in Illinois in 2026. Both organizations are committed to providing the Illinois business community with valuable information to help employers stay informed about workers’ compensation issues. This complex and often misunderstood law is crucial for employers and their employees to understand in order to remain compliant. The conference aims not only to educate employers on compliance but also to demonstrate how they can reduce their workers’ compensation costs in the process. \nPlease join us for the 2026 ILCC and ISIA Workers’ Compensation and Safety Conference. This year’s event includes the latest information from experts on workers’ compensation\, healthcare\, legislation\, self-insurance and more. Continuing education credits have been applied for pending approval: \n5.0 HRCI5.0 SHRM5.0 MCLE5.0 CRCC \nFor more information\, call Laurie Silvey at (217) 991-8598 or ls*****@***********er.org \n\n\n\n\nThank you Lunch Sponsor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you Silver Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you Bronze Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you Exhibitors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\nOur Speakers Coming Soon\n\nAgenda (Subject to Change)\n\nBecome a Sponsor
URL:https://cms.ilchamber.org/event/workers-compensation-and-safety-conference/
LOCATION:NIU Center\, 1120 E. Diehl Rd\, Naperville\, IL\, 60563\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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SUMMARY:Exports Conference
DESCRIPTION:Hosted at McDonald’s Headquarters\, this high-level forum brings together corporate executives\, federal leaders\, and agricultural stakeholders to advance Illinois’ role as a global export leader. \n2026 Theme: Women Leading Global Agriculture \nAligned with the International Year of Women Farmers\, the conference highlights: \n\nInclusive leadership in agriculture\nStrengthening global supply chains\nSustainable and resilient food systems\n\nWhy This Matters Now \nGlobal trade is undergoing rapid transformation: \n\nShifting supply chains\nClimate-related agricultural challenges\nEvolving trade policy frameworks\n\nThis convening positions Illinois as a central force in feeding the world and leading export growth. Join us for this exciting event.  \nFor more information\, reach out to Laura Ortega at lo*****@***********er.org \n  \n\n\n\n\nRegistration opening soon\n\nBecome a sponsor\n\nAgenda coming soon\n\nOur Speakers
URL:https://cms.ilchamber.org/event/exports-conference/
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,International Business events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261202
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SUMMARY:New Laws Forum
DESCRIPTION:The New Laws Forum is dedicated to upcoming legislation and legal developments that will affect all employers in Illinois starting in 2026 and beyond. The forum will feature Illinois attorneys and experts discussing the latest changes in state laws\, as well as representatives from government agencies. Additionally\, a panel of Senior HR professionals will share their experiences regarding how these laws have impacted their businesses and what to expect in the future. It’s already been a busy year\, and more regulations are on the way. \nThank you Sponsors \nSponsorship still available.  Contact ls*****@***********er.org for more information. \n\n\n\n\nRegistration coming soon\n\nBecome a Sponsor\n\nAgenda Coming Soon\n\nour speakers
URL:https://cms.ilchamber.org/event/new-laws-forum/
LOCATION:NIU Center\, 1120 E. Diehl Rd\, Naperville\, IL\, 60563\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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