EVENT OF THE WEEK
Dillon talks about work/life balance
Mary Dillon, president of Quaker Foods, will address the Young Professionals of Chicago during its next CEO breakfast series.
Dillon, who was named president of Quaker Oats in September 2004, will discuss how she manages a work/life balance while running the $1.8 billion Quaker Foods Division and raising four children with her husband, a biochemist who retired 10 years ago to raise their children full time. She will also share advice on career management and leadership for young professionals.
The event begins with networking and breakfast from 7 to 7:30 a.m. followed by the presentation and question and answer session from 7:30 to 9 a.m. on Wednesday at the Mid-Day Club (Bank One Plaza), 21 S. Clark St., 56th floor.
The cost is free for members and $20 for non-members. All guest must RSVP to professional@ypchicago.org.
For information, visit www.ypchicago.org.
CONVENTIONS
What, Where, When
U.S. Conference of Mayors 73rd Annual Meeting. Expected attendance, 2,000.
Hilton Chicago
June 10 through Tuesday
Rainbow Push Coalition Annual Conference. 1,100.
Sheraton Chicago
June 10 through Saturday
F&W Publications, HOW Design Conference. 2,400.
Navy Pier, Hyatt Regency
June 11 through Tuesday
Merchandise Mart Properties, NeoCon World’s Trade Fair 2005. 40,000.
Merchandise Mart
Monday through Wednesday
MacFadden Protech Publishing, Chicago Pizza Expo 2005. 2,000.
Navy Pier
Tuesday and Wednesday
National Confectioners Association, ALL CANDY EXPO. 17,000.
Lakeside Center
Tuesday through Thursday
International Society for Cardiovascular Surgery and Society for Vascular Surgery, Joint Annual Meeting. 1,500.
Hyatt Regency Chicago
Thursday through Saturday
2005 Rotary International Centennial Convention. 35,000.
McCormick Place North
Saturday through June 22
American Medical Association, Annual Meeting of the House of Delegates. 4,500.
Hilton Chicago
Saturday through June 22
American Medical Association Alliance, Annual Meeting. 600.
Drake Hotel
Sunday through June 21
Institute for Professionals in Taxation, 29th Annual Conference. 500.
Fairmont Hotel
Sunday through June 22
Wired Magazine Next Fest. 25,000.
Navy Pier
June 24-26
Tabor Communications, Grid Today. 1,000.
Westin Michigan Avenue
June 24-July 1
American Library Association, Annual Conference and Exhibits. 30,000.
McCormick Place, North and South
June 25-28
International Food and Agribusiness Management Association. 400.
Fairmont Hotel
June 25-28
American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery – Advances in Rhinoplasty. 400.
Hyatt Regency Chicago
June 26-30
International Publishing Management Association Annual Conference. 400.
Oak Brook, Hills Hotel and Conference Center
June 26-30
LEGAL
What, Where, When
“Hot Topics in Employee Plans.” Symposium presented by the John Marshall Law School Center for Tax Law and Employee Benefits. Barry Kozak, 312-427-2737, ext. 524, or 6kozak@jmls.edu.
John Marshall, 315 S. Plymouth Ct.
Wednesday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
“Effective Transactional Writing,” a seminar offered by Chicago-Kent College of Law. $380. 312-906-5090, or www.kentlaw.edu/depts/cle.
Chicago-Kent College of Law, 565 W. Adams St.
Friday 8:30 a.m., registration
INTERNATIONAL
What, Where, When
“Navigating the Global Economy: Practical Strategies for Survival.” Seminar sponsored by Governors State University, U.S. Commercial Service, Export Assistance Center Chicago, the Illinois District Export Council, and the International Trade Association of Greater Chicago. $75-$85. 773-725-1106., or rsvp@itagc.org.
Hilton Oak Lawn, 9333 S. Cicero Ave., Oak Lawn
Wednesday 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
MARKETING
What, Where, When
“Game the Gamer: A Marketer’s New Response and Branding Tool” panel discussion presented by the Chicago Interactive Marketing Association at the “Game On: The History, Culture and Future of Video Games” exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry. Panelists include: Vince Brody of GameSpot, Steve Allison of Midway Games and Tim Harris of SMG Play. $35, members; $50, non-members. 312-458-0870., or www.chicagoIMA.org
Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive
Tuesday 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
What, Where, When
“Web-Enabling Your Business: E-Commerce Solutions for Small Businesses to Compete in the Global Economy.” Workshop presented by Microsoft, the Minority Business Development Agency, and the Technology Partnership for Small Business Task Force. Free. 888-613-3787.
Westin River North, 320 N. Dearborn
Tuesday 6 p.m.
“Thriving as a Restaurant Owner.” Workshop presented by the Women’s Business Development Center. $40. 312-853-3477.
Women’s Business Development Center, 8 S. Michigan Ave., Suite 400
Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to noon
FINANCIAL
What, Where, When
“Socially Responsible Investing and International Development,” presented by the Illinois Society for International Development. Free, members; $5, non-members. Vice-president@isidonline.org
DePaul University, 1 E. Jackson Blvd., 11th floor
Tuesday 6 p.m.
“Angel Academy: How to Close the Deal and Help the Venture Post-Investment,” presented by the Coleman Entrepreneurship Center at DePaul University. $60. Cec.depaul.edu.
DePaul University, 55 E. Jackson, Room 2201
Thursday 6 to 9 p.m.
OTHER
What, Where, When
“Partnership for Hope.” Breakfast benefit for non-profit Building With Books. $125. 312-575-9069, or www.buildingwithbooks.org.
Union League Club, 65 W. Jackson Blvd.
Thursday 8 to 9:30 a.m.
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