September 24, 2026 l Hilton Chicago Continental Room, 720 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago IL 60605
The 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.
1030am to 11:30am - Join us for the Networking Reception/Expo
11:30am - Luncheon begins
Our Emcee
Lourdes Duarte is a four-time EMMY Award winner. She co-anchors the WGN Evening News at 4pm and is one of the station’s lead investigative reporters. Prior to her role on the evening news, Lourdes co-anchored the top-rated WGN Morning News. She also hosts WGN’s public affairs program Adelante Chicago. She has emceed the Illinois Chamber Annual Luncheon for the past two years.
Thank you Business Supporter Sponsors
Thank you Table Sponsors
Sponsorship opportunities available. Please contact Laurie Silvey at (217) 991-8598 or ls*****@*******er.org.