EVENT OF THE WEEK
Forum features postmaster general
The Greater Illinois Postal Customer Council is sponsoring the “Make Your Mailing Count” Mailers Forum from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday at Drury Lane Theater and Conference Center, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace.
U.S. Postmaster General John E. Potter is the keynote speaker, addressing topics that fall under the Postal Service’s Transformation Plan, which is its blueprint for the future. Joining Potter will be Jo Ann Feindt, vice president of area operations.
The forum offers business mailers an opportunity to discuss mailing needs with industry and postal experts, view new products and technologies at vendor exhibits, and network with others through seminars, panels and workshops.
Registration is $79. For information, call 866-479-2667, ext. SE5589.
CONVENTIONS
WHAT, WHERE, WHEN
Division for Early Childhood Annual Conference. Expected attendance, 1,200.
Sheraton Chicago
Dec. 4 through Tuesday
American College of Emergency Physicians Emergency Department Information Systems. 300.
Hilton Chicago
Dec. 5 through Wednesday
Illinois Agricultural Association Annual Convention. 1,800.
Palmer House Hilton
Dec. 5 through Wednesday
American Seed Trade Association 2004 Corn & Sorghum and Soybean Seed Research Conference and Seed Expo. 2,600.
Hyatt Regency Chicago
Wednesday through Friday
International Gem and Jewelry Show.
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Friday through Sunday
Northwestern University Medical School Trends in Vascular Surgery 2004. 300.
Fairmont Hotel
Friday through Sunday
Juvenile Diabetes Foundation International Chance of a Lifetime Gala. 2,000.
Lakeside Center
Saturday
Council for Advancement and Support of Education. 1,000.
Sheraton Chicago
Sunday through Dec. 14
Jupitermedia Corp. Search Engine Strategies 2004. 3,000.
Lakeside Center
Dec. 13-16
Association Forum of Chicagoland Holiday Showcase. 2,000.
Hyatt Regency Chicago
Dec. 14
Greater Chicago Food Depository “Sharing It” Day.
Merchandise Mart
Dec. 15-17
FINANCIAL
WHAT, WHERE, WHEN
“Building Investor Relations Value and Reputational Capital: Earning a Seat at the Table,” panel discussion on how investor relations professionals and counselors can enhance their reputation, value and influence within their companies or with their clients. Presented by the Chicago Chapter of the National Investor Relations Institute. Free for members; $40, non-members. 773-262-1090.
Mid-Day Club, 21 S. Clark St., 56th floor, East Room
Thursday 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
JOB/CAREER
WHAT, WHERE, WHEN
“Seven Obstacles to a Successful Search” presented by career coach Jim Fitzgerald, sponsored by the Fourth Presbyterian Church of Chicago and The Chicago Career Transition Center. Free. Nancy Sedin, 312-906-9908.
Fourth Presbyterian Church Of Chicago, 126 E. Chestnut St.
Wednesday 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
LEGAL
WHAT, WHERE, WHEN
Mayor Richard M. Daley will deliver the keynote address at the joint luncheon and midyear meeting of the Illinois Judges Association and Illinois State Bar Association. $60. 312-431-1283.
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, 301 E. North Water St.
Friday noon
INTERNATIONAL
WHAT, WHERE, WHEN
“Staying Competitive in the Global Marketplace” holiday luncheon sponsored by the Executives’ Club of Chicago. Presentation by Frederick W. Smith, chairman, president and CEO of FedEx Corp. $55, members; $75, non-members. 312-263-3500 or www.executivesclub.org. Hilton Chicago,
720 S. Michigan Ave.
Tuesday 11:45 a.m.
“Economic Barometer Rising: Energy Prices, Interest Rates and the Loonie–The North American Economic Forecast,” luncheon sponsored by the Canadian Club of Chicago. Presentation by Tim O’Neill, executive vice president and chief economist, Bank of Montreal Group of Cos. $45, members; $55, non-members. 312-750-0600 or canadachicago@aol.com.
Nick’s Fishmarket & Grill, One Bank One Plaza
Wednesday 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
“Current NAFTA Issues and the Future of Trade Agreement Compliance,” import workshop sponsored by the International Trade Club of Chicago. Presentations by Lawrence M. Friedman, partner, and Carolyn D. Amadon, associate, Barnes Richardson & Colburn. $55, members; $65, non-members. 312-565-2000, or itcc@brc-chi.com.
American Management Association Conference Center, 8655 W. Higgins Rd.
Friday 8 to 11 a.m.
OTHER
WHAT, WHERE, WHEN
“Launching Pad 2005: Increasing Your Sales in the New Year,” a business networking and sales training seminar presented by Blue Engine and LeTip International Inc. $20, including breakfast. Janet V. Hansen, 815-728-1483, or jvhansen@letip.com.
DoubleTree Club Hotel, 920 E. Northwest Hwy., Palatine
Tuesday 8 to 11 a.m.
Young Executives Club of Chicago Annual Holiday Party. $30, members; $40, non-members. 312-527-4306, meg@tabservice.com, or www.youngexecutivesclub.org.
Grace O’Malley’s Pub Room, 1416 S. Michigan Ave.
Wednesday 6 to 9 p.m.
Empowering Women Network Inc. Holiday Cheer Networking Luncheon. $45, members; $55, non-members. Advance registration is required. 630-469-4338, or www.empoweringwomen.net.
The Plaza Club, Prudential Building, 130 E. Randolph St.
Wednesday 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
The Mid-America Club and Wired Magazine Speaker Series featuring John Walker, producer of the Disney presentation of the Pixar film “The Incredibles,” and Jennifer Hillner, senior editor of Wired. $25, members; $30, non-members. Reservations required. Glori Rosenson, 312-861-1100, ext. 682.
The Mid-America Club, Aon Center, 200 E. Randolph St., 80th floor
Wednesday 5:30 p.m., reception; 6 p.m., program
“Holiday Connections: The Season of Giving and Receiving” December networking luncheon of the Professional Women’s Club of Chicago. $38, members; $48, non-members. Reservations required. 312-461-9366, or www.pwcc.org.
The University Club, 76 E. Monroe St.
Wednesday 11:30 a.m., registration; 11:45 a.m., luncheon
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