The Executives’ Club of Chicago welcomes Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot to speak with Club members on Thursday, May 6 2020. At this member-exclusive event, the 56th Mayor of Chicago will discuss her experience since taking office last May, as well as her upcoming plans for working and partnering with the Chicago business community.

Join us for a casual lunch, networking with other members of The Club, and the opportunity to hear our Mayor speak in person.

This event is FREE for all members.

Join The Executives’ Club in an epic, unprecedented conversation with the owners of our seven major sports teams. Through decades-long dynasties or 100-year-old curses, we have shared the ups and downs of Chicago’s professional sports.  Like great companies built to last, our teams ignite our passions as they pursue greatness, reflecting the city’s values of hard work, toughness and loyalty as they seek the title of “World Champion” in their respective sports.

 And the city benefits. Be it through direct investment in stadium renovation and technology upgrades, or attracting more tourists and employing locals, Chicago sports teams are increasing their investments in our vibrant and diverse neighborhoods and enhancing the gameday experience.

Hear first-hand from the owners how our pro franchises support and partner with local businesses as well as community organizations that use sports to support and strengthen education, empowerment, diversity and teamwork.  They will share how winning and losing seasons influence business strategies, and their insights into how to pivot through volatility – lessons that can be applied across any industry.   Learn how Chicago’s professional sports teams are growing the pie for fans of all sports and the greater Chicago community, in and out of season.

The Executives’ Club of Chicago has named Marillyn Hewson, chairman, president and CEO of Lockheed Martin Corporation, its 2020 International Executive of the Year. Join us June 4 to honor the leader whose company’s market capitalization has tripled since she became CEO in 2013.

 In 2019, Hewson was listed as one of the “100 Most Influential People in the World” byTIME Magazine, and ranked No. 1 on FORTUNE’s list of the “50 Most Powerful Women in Business” for the second year in a row. Former U.S. Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker said in TIME, “Marillyn is a living example of how business leaders can drive positive change in their companies and our communities when they take a long-term approach.”

 Hewson joined the global security and aerospace company more than 35 years ago as an industrial engineer, and rose through the ranks, holding several leadership positions before being named to the company’s top post. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of Johnson & Johnson, the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation, the Board of Governors of the USO, and as chair of the Catalyst Board of Directors.