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Why Become a Member?

Define Yourself. Redefine Executive.

Becoming a member of Exec Club means joining a growing community of the people driving Chicago’s business. Membership is for people and companies who want to think differently, who want to grow, who want to change the business landscape.

Exec Club membership is by invitation only. Our members are hand-picked by other members to participate in our community.

Be part of the most important conversations.

Joining the Executives’ Club of Chicago is one of the most important steps you take in building your network.

Dorri McWhorterPresident and Chief Executive Officer, YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago

Relationships Drive Success. We Drive Relationships.

Exec Club membership shows that Chicago business matters to you and that you matter to Chicago business. Members are here to push themselves and move their fields forward. It’s not networking. It’s connecting.

Who Are Our Members?

  • Senior level executives, up and coming leaders, professionals and entrepreneurs of large and small, local, national, and multinational corporations.
  • Leaders of universities, state and city government officials, and foreign dignitaries.
  • Executives who want to grow personally, professionally, and elevate their corporate brand.

Why Be A Member?

  • Access to the world’s top business leaders
  • 100+ programs each year
  • Build a powerful network
  • Grow as a leader

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Be Challenged

What Does Membership Include?

Summits

Gain in-depth insights from industry influencers on key business issues spanning cross industries and functions. Summits are complimentary for members.

Workshops

Led by experts, covering a range of leadership competencies for your career.

Leadership & Peer Development

Our Leadership Circle and 1:1 Mentorship offer a curated opportunity to cultivate relationships that advance personal and professional growth. These offerings are complimentary to members.

Signature Series Events

Showcases global leaders discussing topics reflecting current business and economic trends.

Members-Only Events

Create an intimate setting for engaging with fellow members of the Exec Club community.

The HRMAC Institute at the Executives’ Club of Chicago

A premier resource for advancing workplace strategy and leadership.

It’s not just a membership. It’s an opportunity

To qualify for membership, individuals must be responsible for managing a team or P&L in their organization, in addition to being sponsored by a current member.

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An Enterprise Membership Meets The Needs of Your Organization

We don’t only serve individual executives, we serve entire organizations.

Develop your organization and your people with an Enterprise membership: help your team grow professionally and personally, increase your company’s visibility, elevate your corporate brand.

For Enterprise members, we activate our network of trusted experts and exclusive programming to elevate your entire organization and team. It’s a highly customized member experience. 

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