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Global Midwest Alliance and sponsors, Wipfli, Polsinelli, Wintrust Commercial Banking and the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, will host a lunch program featuring keynote speaker William Strauss, a Senior Economist and Economic Advisor, who will discuss the major sectors of the economy and provide his economic outlook for 2020.

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January Networking Luncheon: Recruiting Your Personal Board of Directors

While it can be tempting for leaders to "go it alone" when facing the daily challenges and decisions necessary for running a company or advancing your career, no one is immune to burnout and diminished effectiveness.

Aneesa Muthana, President & Co-Owner of Pioneer Service, will address the concept of creating a small, unofficial "personal board of directors" – a shortlist of trustworthy people who can act as advisors and a sounding board. Pick the right people, ask the right questions, and the new point of view can refresh your perspective as well as your energy level. Aneesa will highlight the various roles within your board, where you can find your people, and how to ask them for assistance.

Pioneer Service provides CNC Swiss machining, CNC turning, and Centerless Grinding services throughout North America. President and Owner of Pioneer Service since 1993, Aneesa learned centerless grinding as a youth in her parents’ shop. She credits her company’s steady growth to exceptional workmanship and her team’s ability to adapt to new trends and technology. Aneesa believes the future of manufacturing hinges on outreach to tomorrow’s professionals while dissolving the old adversarial mindsets of “women versus men” and “millennials versus boomers.”

The mother of two sons and three grandchildren, Aneesa draws inspiration from her own mother, who never backed down from adversity or failed to put her loved ones first.

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Co-founder of Wynn Resorts and its largest shareholder, Elaine Wynn has been hailed a pioneer in the gaming and entertainment industry and a hero for corporate activism, good governance, and diversity, equity and inclusion.

This savvy business leader is also an indomitable crusader for children and an influential philanthropist. As President of Nevada’s State Board of Education and national board chair of Communities In Schools, she is dedicated to helping our nation’s most vulnerable students stay in school and succeed in life.

Join The Executives’ Club of Chicago as we welcome the "Queen of Las Vegas” for a frank conversation with one of our city's most successful businesswomen, Mellody Hobson, co-CEO of Ariel Investments.

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It is predicted that by 2050 about 64% of the developing world and 86% of the developed world will live in urban areas. New insights and solutions are urgently needed in order to manage the scarce resources that will be impacted by this trend, as well as operate new and regenerated urban spaces. New generations of sensor networks, Big Data analytics, and Internet of Things (IoT) applications are being deployed in public and privately managed physical spaces to meet these requirements, though many challenges remain.The 4th Annual Smart Cities International Symposium & Exhibition brings together thought leaders and practitioners from around the world to explore the most recent technology advances, business models, and lessons learned to date in making the Smart City a reality.  Chicago Conference Center, 205 W. Wacker Drive, Chicago. January 21 - 22. 
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It is predicted that by 2050 about 64% of the developing world and 86% of the developed world will live in urban areas. New insights and solutions are urgently needed in order to manage the scarce resources that will be impacted by this trend, as well as operate new and regenerated urban spaces. New generations of sensor networks, Big Data analytics, and Internet of Things (IoT) applications are being deployed in public and privately managed physical spaces to meet these requirements, though many challenges remain.The 4th Annual Smart Cities International Symposium & Exhibition brings together thought leaders and practitioners from around the world to explore the most recent technology advances, business models, and lessons learned to date in making the Smart City a reality.  Chicago Conference Center, 205 W. Wacker Drive, Chicago. January 21 - 22. 
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Join us on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 as The Executives’ Club of Chicago presents its 40th Anniversary of the Annual Economic Outlook luncheon.

Hear from a panel of financial experts on their forecasts for the economy, taxes, the markets, interest rates, and regulatory changes that are likely to impact your investments and business decisions. Order your tickets and tables early, this panel will quickly sell out!

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General Assembly hosts their monthly Women in Tech Breakfast featuring women in tech and entrepreneurship to provide insight on how they reached their level of success, advice on navigating the workplace, and how we can help the next generation of women in tech succeed. Join for lightning talks by incredible women in the Chicago tech and entrepreneurship scene. Take a deep dive into the issues women face in the tech industry and find solutions to how we can rise above the obstacles and thrive in this growing field. GA Chicago @ Echo Global Logistics, 600 W. Chicago Ave., #725, Chicago. Friday, January 24, 7:30 - 9:30 am. 

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SeedCon is Chicago Booth’s flagship entrepreneurship and venture capital conference. Through keynote fireside chats, panel discussions, and various networking sessions, SeedCon provides opportunities for entrepreneurs, investors, and passionate members of the startup ecosystem to explore emerging industry themes and connect over shared ideas. Speakers include Ravin Gandhi, Founder and CEO of GMM Nonstick Coatings, and Scott Case, Cofounder and CEO of Upside Business Travel. 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza 1212, Chicago. Friday, January 24, 10:30 am - 5:30 pm. 

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