Upcoming Events
Join us at one of our upcoming programs in Chicago, the Chicago suburbs, and online! Thanks to our strategic partners—BDO, JPMorgan Chase, and Katten—who help make these programs possible.
December 3, 2024 | Online
Raising Sensitive Subjects
Learn how to navigate mental health conversations in family businesses and initiate crucial dialogues for improved well-being and operations.
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December 11, 2024 | Online
Selling Your Privately Held Business
Join us for a discussion with business owners who transitioned their family businesses, as expert Randall Richard leads panelists in sharing insights and key lessons.
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January 7, 2025 | Online
Virtual Ideas Fair
Join us for a fast-paced, round-robin exchange of innovative ideas for your family business and beyond.
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January 21, 2025 | Online
Setting Intentions for Business and Personal Success
Join us to reflect on the past year and set authentic, research-backed intentions that will empower you for personal and business success.
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January 29, 2025 | In-person
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Join us for our annual economic outlook event, designed to equip family businesses with insights and foresight for the year ahead. Enjoy breakfast at Gibsons in Oak Brook.
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February 27, 2025 | In-person
Women in Family Business
Save the date for our annual gathering for women in family business—featuring Amelia Patel from LDI, Ltd., discussing learning objectives for every stage of life.
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March 11, 2025 | Online
Inner Critic and Leadership of Self
Explore leadership through self-awareness and resilience, learning to overcome the inner critic with self-compassion, psychological strategies, and meditation techniques.
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April 29, 2025 | In-person
Family Business Through a Legal Lens
Save the date for our 3rd annual legal forum, creating an inclusive space for families and their trusted advisors to discuss key topics with industry leaders. Hosted at Katten's downtown office.
June 10, 2025 | Online
Science and Practice of Compassion
Explore the benefits of compassionate leadership and learn tools to foster collaboration, reduce stress, and strengthen relationships.
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June 17, 2025 | In-person
Family Summer Social
Save the date for a fun-filled evening of food, drinks, and learning for the whole family at Pinstripes in Oak Brook, from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 29, 2025 | In-person
Family Business Fall Event
Save the date for our Fall 2025 half-day event.
Past events
Revisit your favorite Family Business Center speakers, conferences, and other happenings on our past events page.
Join us at one of our upcoming programs in Chicago, the Chicago suburbs, and online! Thanks to our strategic partners—BDO, JPMorgan Chase, and Katten—who help make these programs possible.
Past events
Revisit your favorite Family Business Center speakers, conferences, and other happenings on our past events page.