Featured Events

The Canright Calendar is a weekly newsletter compilation of online and in-person networking and educational events around the Chicago area. Each week, we send an email with featured events. Subscribe to the Canright Calendar list here. View all events here.

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January 25, 2021

At our featured events, unlock success and satisfaction, dive into sustainable energy, understand the economic impact of the COVID-19 vaccine, and discover your personal pandemic recovery toolkit.

3 Keys to Unlock Success and Satisfaction in Every Area of Your Life
Thursday, January 28, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm CST – WEBINAR
The world is inviting us to show up as our best self—not just in one area of life but in all areas, every day. As we face challenges or opportunities, we have the chance to rewrite the scripts that stop us from becoming who we know we can be and begin to help others do the same. In this interactive online webinar, Wright Foundation COO and Chief Vision Realization Officer, Barbara Burgess will invite you to explore the first three steps of the Evolating process: Yearning, Engaging, and Revelating. She will teach you how each phase creates a path for the next phase to rise, and how together, they build on each other in a way that increases authenticity, happiness, and effectiveness in every area of life.
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Polsky Entrepreneurial Outlook: Sustainable Energy 2021
Friday, January 29, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm CST – WEBINAR
At Sustainable Energy 2021, a panel of expert venture capitalists and entrepreneurs in the field of energy businesses will discuss the state of the industry in 2021, what changes have occurred in the industry due to COVID-19, and where they see opportunities for entrepreneurship and innovation within the field this coming year. Speakers include: John Carlisle, Chain Reaction Innovations Director, Argonne National Laboratory; Seth Darling, Director, Center for Molecular Engineering, Argonne National Laboratory and Senior Scientist, Chemical Sciences & Engineering Division, Argonne National Laboratory; Seyi Fabode, CEO and Co-Founder, Varuna Tech; Amy Francetic, Managing Director, Buoyant Ventures, and Grant Zimmerman, CEO, Amp Americas.
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The Fed’s 2021 Outlook as Vaccine Rollout Shifts into High Gear
Monday, February 1, 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm CST – WEBINAR
After 2020’s initial US coronavirus outbreak and the US economic shutdown, the Federal Reserve stepped in to provide up to $2.3 trillion in loans to limit the damage. Now, with the rollout of promising COVID-19 vaccines, there seems to be hope of a better future ahead. Will 2021 see the US economy—and other global economies—roar back to life, or has COVID-19 wrought lasting structural damage? Robert Kaplan, President and CEO, Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, and Kathleen Hays, Global Economics and Policy Editor, Bloomberg Media, weigh in on the possibility of a global economic recovery.
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An Out-of-the-Box, Personal Pandemic Recovery Toolkit
Friday, January 29, 10:00 am – 11:30 am CST – WEBINAR
What will the new workplace look like? What changes will be permanent? What should you prepare for? It’s time to re-energize and plan for this next phase! Dr. Sue Cain leads this fast-paced workshop to lay out what changes are on the horizon and examine attendees’ individual results from a new-to-market DISC assessment. Your DISC results will be used to identify emerging opportunities to give you a strategic jump-start into managing the next phase.
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January 11, 2021
At our featured events, hear annual economic outlooks, learn why traditional antitrust law falls short, reframe your 2021 goals, and discover your personal pandemic recovery toolkit.

This Week:
The U.S. Election, COVID-19, and the Future of the Global Economy – Booth School of Business
Wednesday, January 13, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm CST – WEBINAR
A panel of Booth School of Business experts will discuss issues facing the global economy today, including the 2020 U.S. presidential election, the COVID-19 pandemic, economic stimulus, fiscal and monetary policies, interest rates, and inflation. Speakers include Booth professors Austan D. Goolsbee, Randall S. Kroszner, and Raghuram G. Rajan, as well as globally renowned economists.
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2021 Economic Outlook – Global Midwest Alliance
Thursday, January 14, 10:00 am – 11:30 am CST – WEBINAR
Global Midwest Alliance, the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and sponsors, Polsinelli and Wipfli, present a program focused on the forces that are currently shaping the U.S. economy as it enters 2021. Keynote speaker David Oppedahl, Senior Business Economist, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, will discuss the major sectors of the economy and provide the Federal Reserve’s forecast along with his perspective on economic activity.
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2021 Annual Economic Outlook – Executives’ Club of Chicago
Thursday, January 14, 12:00 pm – 1:15 pm CST – WEBINAR
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. Terry Savage will moderate this conversation with panelists Dr. Bob Froehlich, Owner, Kane County Cougars Baseball Club & Former Vice Chair, Deutsche Asset Management; Jeffrey Gundlach, CEO & CIO, DoubleLine; James McDonald, Chief Executive Officer of Hercules Investments, and Diane Swonk, Chief Economist, Grant Thornton LLP.
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Paul Romer on Why Traditional Antitrust Falls Short
Thursday, January 14, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm CST – WEBINAR
Join the Stigler Center at the University of Chicago for a conversation with Nobel Laureate and NYU professor Paul Romer (SB’77, PhD’83), moderated by Chicago Booth’s Luigi Zingales, on why traditional antitrust law may be inadequate for managing threats to competition and to the political system.
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Looking ahead:
Re-framing Your Goals for 2021
Wednesday, January 27, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm CST – WEBINAR
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3 Keys to Unlock Success and Satisfaction in Every Area of Your Life
Thursday, January 28, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm CST – WEBINAR
LEARN MORE & REGISTER

An Out-of-the-Box, Personal Pandemic Recovery Toolkit
Friday, January 29, 10:00 am – 11:30 am CST – WEBINAR
LEARN MORE & REGISTER

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January 5, 2021
As we launch into the new year, we wish you a happy and healthy 2021. At our featured events, hear annual economic outlooks, and learn why traditional antitrust law falls short.

2021 Annual Economic Outlook – Executives’ Club of Chicago
Thursday, January 14, 12:00 pm – 1:15 pm CST – WEBINAR
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. Nationally Syndicated Columnist Terry Savage will moderate this conversation with panelists that include Dr. Bob Froehlich, Owner, Kane County Cougars Baseball Club & Former Vice Chair, Deutsche Asset Management; Jeffrey Gundlach, CEO & CIO, DoubleLine; James McDonald, Chief Executive Officer of Hercules Investments, and Diane Swonk, Chief Economist, Grant Thornton LLP. REGISTER

The U.S. Election, COVID-19, and the Future of the Global Economy
Wednesday, January 13, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm CST – WEBINAR
At Economic Outlook 2021 in Chicago, a panel of Booth School of Business experts will discuss some of the most talked-about issues facing the global economy today, including the 2020 U.S. presidential election, the COVID-19 pandemic, economic stimulus, fiscal and monetary policies, interest rates, and inflation. Speakers include Booth professors Austan D. Goolsbee, Randall S. Kroszner, and Raghuram G. Rajan, as well as globally renowned economists. REGISTER

2021 Economic Outlook – Global Midwest Alliance
Thursday, January 14, 10:00 am – 11:30 am CST – WEBINAR
Global Midwest Alliance, the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and sponsors, Polsinelli and Wipfli, present a program focused on the forces that are currently shaping the U.S. economy as it enters 2021. Keynote speaker David Oppedahl, Senior Business Economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago since 1998, will discuss the major sectors of the economy and provide the Federal Reserve’s forecast along with his perspective on economic activity. REGISTER

Paul Romer on Why Traditional Antitrust Falls Short
Thursday, January 14, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm CST – WEBINAR
Join the Stigler Center at the University of Chicago for a conversation with Nobel Laureate and NYU professor Paul Romer (SB’77, PhD’83), moderated by Chicago Booth’s Luigi Zingales, on why traditional antitrust law may be inadequate for managing threats to competition and to the political system.
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Canright Calendar

The Canright Calendar is a weekly email of networking events in Chicago. View all of our events here. Sign up for the list here. If you have any other suggestions you’d like us to consider, send them to Alexandra at alexandra@canrightcommunications.com.

WEEK OF 08-18-2025

Connect, collaborate, and spark ideas at three upcoming events focused on progress, partnership, and impact. From nonprofit networking and the evolving energy economy to a groundbreaking new model for breast cancer research, these gatherings bring together leaders, changemakers, and innovators across sectors. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation shaping Chicago’s future. Non-Profit Networking Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Aug. 20, 2025 Chuhak & Tecson 120 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1700, Chicago, IL Join us for an evening of networking exclusively tailored for non-profit organizations and those looking to engage with them, sponsored by Chuhak & Tecson, P.C., a Chicago-based law firm that serves businesses and nonprofits on day-to-day and strategic matters, as well as private clients on wealth preservation for today and future generations. This event offers open floor networking with light appetizers and beverages, providing the perfect opportunity to connect and collaborate in a relaxed atmosphere. Register Fueling the Future: Energizing Economic Growth Executives’ Club of Chicago Aug. 20, 2025 Ivy Room 12 E Ohio St # 100, Chicago, IL As energy systems evolve, AI advances, and manufacturing surges back into focus, the new energy economy is igniting opportunity, innovation, and investment. This timely conversation brings together leaders working at the crossroads of infrastructure, climate, and economic development. Together, they’ll unpack what it takes to fuel sustainable, inclusive growth across the Midwest and beyond — from grid modernization and clean tech to equitable workforce development and capital flows. Whether you’re focused on policy, strategy, business growth, or civic impact, this program shines a light on the real work behind powering progress. Expect to walk away with: – A sharper lens on how the energy transition is reshaping business and regional growth – Insight into where capital is moving — and what’s driving those decisions – Real-world strategies for aligning innovation with impact across sectors If you’re building the next phase of industry — or navigating where it’s headed — this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Register Uniting for a Cure: Chicago’s Bold New Model to Transform Breast Cancer Research City Club of Chicago Sept. 2, 2025 Maggiano’s Banquets 111 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL  Join the Cancer Center Directors of the member hospitals of the Chicago Breast Cancer Research Consortium—a groundbreaking collaboration between the University of Chicago Medicine, Lurie Cancer Center at Northwestern Medicine, and Rush MD Anderson Cancer Center—for a powerful conversation on how Chicago is redefining breast cancer research. Convened and funded by the Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Foundation, this first-of-its-kind partnership is bringing innovative, community-based clinical trials to patients across the region. Learn how this model is advancing equity, accelerating scientific breakthroughs, and putting lifesaving treatment within reach for more Chicagoans. Register National Wellness Month National Wellness Month, celebrated every August, is a powerful reminder to prioritize self-care and nurture your mental, physical, and emotional well-being. From staying hydrated and moving your body to practicing mindfulness or simply slowing down, this month encourages you to create healthy routines that last. Launched by Live Love Spa in 2018, National Wellness Month has grown into a nationwide movement embraced by wellness leaders like Hilton, Ritz-Carlton, Life Time, Coola, and Circadia, as well as mainstream brands including Spirit Airlines and Aerie. The campaign inspires individuals and organizations alike to take meaningful steps toward wellness, sparking awareness and lasting impact. Whether you’re a wellness enthusiast, a brand looking to connect, or simply seeking a fresh start, August is the perfect time to reset and recharge. Explore resources, take the pledge, and make this National Wellness Month your most intentional yet. Learn more at NationalWellnessMonth.com. Billy Jean July 18 – Aug. 10, 2025  Chicago Shakespeare Theater An inspiring new look at the legendary woman who shattered glass ceilings on and off the tennis court. Sports icon. Champion for equality. Billie Jean King is a relentless competitor with her eyes on the prize, even as she faces discrimination and defeat on a playing field that is anything but equal. From Wimbledon Centre Court to the court of public opinion, personal and professional battles pave the way for Billie Jean to summon the courage to boldly proclaim this is who I am, this is who I love—and this is what I’m not willing to lose. One woman rallies the collective forces for change in an exhilarating, fast-paced journey of sacrifice, resilience, and self-discovery. This thrilling world premiere play from award-winning playwright Lauren Gunderson is the theatrical event of the summer. Love is just the beginning… game, set, match! Tickets & More Info If you have any other suggestions you’d like us to consider, send them to Alexandra at alexandra@canrightcommunications.com.