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
LEARN MORE & REGISTER

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.
REGISTER

Canright Calendar

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WEEK OF 07-17-2025

Build your skills and expand your impact this July with three powerful events designed to support personal and professional growth. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your business foundation, become a more confident presenter, or explore the future of payments technology, there’s something here for every innovator and leader. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and level up. Harness Your Power As A Presenter Executives’ Club of Chicago July 22, 2025 425 S Financial Pl, Floor 3, Chicago, IL New York Times bestselling author and veteran speaker, Jodee Blanco, will provide a simple, practical toolkit for knocking any presentation out of the park. Whether it’s a one-on-one pitch, a team meeting, a client conference, or a packed ballroom at a convention, she’ll show participants how to connect with any audience. She’ll dispel the myth that you have to be gregarious or an “extrovert” to be an effective presenter and help participants identify and hone their own personal presentation styles. Jodee will cover everything, from preparation (such as room setup, centering exercises, proper sound checks, and speaker etiquette) to audience engagement and management techniques, body language tips, segue strategies, vocal cues, and attire do’s and don’ts. Participants will be given facilitator-guided practice time during which they can begin using their new skill set. For anyone who does presentations as part of their core responsibilities, this workshop is a game-changer. Register Quantum Payments: Let’s Drink to Future Possibilities Chicago Payments Forum July 23, 2025 333 West Wacker Drive, 26th Floor The Chicago Payments Forum is proud to be partnering with Kelley Drye & Warren LLP for a happy hour and discussion on Quantum Payments in conjunction with TechChicago Week. Host Matt Luzadder will welcome us to reconnect with our Chicago payments and quantum computing colleagues. And we’ll listen as Peter Tapling walks us through the promise and concerns surrounding quantum computing and payments. Kelley Drye’s Financial Institutions practice focuses on the converging regulatory, technology, demographic, and economic forces shaping today’s financial ecosystems. The team helps clients innovate and adapt in developing and distributing new products and services. Peter Tapling, managing director of PTap Advisory, is a member of the NACHA Conference Planning Committee and its Quantum Payments Project team. For a preview, see the NACHA Payments Alliance Buzzcast Demystifying Quantum Payments. Register Money Matters Series The Hatchery & Wintrust Bank July 24 Join the Hatchery and Wintrust Bank on July 10, 17, and 24 for a three-part series designed to help you at any stage strengthen your business foundations and plan for long-term success. Register for all three sessions before July 10 for a 25% discount.  Session 1: Financial Planning for a Healthy Business Launch – Learn how strategic financial planning can drive better decisions, strengthen credit and lender relationships, and turn business ideas into actionable steps.  Session 2: Master Your Risk Management Plan – Gain tools to identify and address internal and external risks, build a resilient risk management plan, and ensure stability in uncertain times.  Session 3: Developing an Exit Strategy – Explore how to create a thoughtful exit or succession plan that aligns with your business and personal goals.  Whether you’re just starting out or preparing to transition your business, this series offers practical guidance to support every step of your entrepreneurial journey.  Register Disability Pride Month Disability Pride Month, observed every July, is a powerful celebration of the culture, contributions, and rights of people with disabilities. More than just a time for awareness, it is a call to action—promoting visibility, inclusion, accessibility, and equality while challenging outdated stereotypes and systemic barriers. With over 1 billion people globally living with disabilities, the month serves as a vital platform to uplift disabled voices and reframe disability as an identity worthy of pride and respect. It also inspires positive change across sectors—from education and employment to media representation and policy. The movement traces its roots to the first official Disability Pride Day in Boston in 1990, the same year the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law. Since then, it has expanded into a month-long celebration in cities like New York, San Francisco, and Chicago, with growing international recognition. July now stands as a global reminder of the ongoing work toward a more inclusive and equitable world. Arts Corner Canright account manager Alexandra Sulack is an opera singer and voice teacher. She curates arts recommendations for you. Iraq, But Funny May 29 – July 20, 2025  The Joan & Paul Theatre Join us for this hilariously chaotic new satire, written by Ensemble Member Atra Asdou and directed by Forbes 30 Under 30 recipient, Dalia Ashurina. Iraq, But Funny follows five generations of Assyrian women attempting to reclaim their story as it’s being narrated by some British guy. Marching through time and space, this journey from the Ottoman Empire to modern-day U.S.A. is filled with history, family, dysfunction, razor-sharp wit, and off-the-wall humor, culminating in a riotous reckoning you won’t want to miss! Tickets & More Info If you have any other suggestions you’d like us to consider, send them to Alexandra at alexandra@canrightcommunications.com.