EVENT OF THE WEEK
ASME addresses global competition
The Chicago Section of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers presents “Globalization 2005: What Do We Do to Face the Competitive Future?”
David Steiger, adjunct professor at DePaul University, attorney and author, will discuss the shifting of American jobs, including engineering, to offshore locations and what the increasing competitiveness of people in the developing world means for us, as well as what adjustments U.S. policymakers need to enact. He will offer strategies for individuals to employ to take advantage of the economic changes.
The event takes place from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Prime Minister Restaurant at 3355 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Northbrook. The cost to attend is $25 and includes dinner. To register, visit sections.asme.org/chicago/Sept-1-05.htm.
CONVENTIONS
WHAT WHERE WHEN
United Electrical Radio & Machine Workers of America Convention. Expected attendance, 200.
Chicago City Centre Holiday Inn
Aug. 28 through Thursday
Communications Workers of America 67th Annual Convention. 4,000.
Navy Pier
Monday through Wednesday
Internal Revenue Service Nationwide Tax Forum and Exhibition. 1,200.
Hilton Chicago
Monday through Friday
Muslim American Society Annual Convention. 10,000.
Hyatt Regency Chicago
Wednesday through Sept. 5
Bouchercon 36, The World Mystery Convention. 1,700.
Sheraton Chicago
Thursday through Sunday
Islamic Society of North America Annual Convention.
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Friday through Sept. 5
Macedonian Patriotic Organization 84th Annual Convention. 1,000.
Renaissance Chicago Hotel
Friday through Sept. 5
The Chicago International Toy and Game Fair.
Navy Pier
Friday through Sunday
Anthony J. Jannetti Inc. National Mother Baby Nurses Conference. 400.
Hilton Chicago
Sept. 6-10
Academy of Neonatal Nursing. 1,800.
Hilton Chicago
Sept. 7-10
College of American Pathologists Annual Meeting. 1,500.
Sheraton Chicago
Sept. 7-15
Mannatech Inc. Midwest National Event. 1,000.
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Sept. 9-10
Graphic Arts Show Co. Print 05 & Converting 05. 70,000.
McCormick Place
Sept. 9-15
Northwestern University Medical School Association of Standardized Patient Educators. 200.
Westin River North
Sept. 10-14
Beauty Systems Group Victory Fashion Focus. 1,000.
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Sept. 11-12
INTERNATIONAL
WHAT WHERE WHEN
“Connecting Local Business to the Global marketplace” international networking event sponsored by the International Business Center, DePaul University-Rolling Meadows Campus. Presentations by U.S. Rep. Melissa Bean (D-Ill.) and trade commissioners from 14 countries. $25. Sarah Rothaar, 847-437-9522, or srothaar@depaul.edu. DePaul University,
2550 W. Golf Rd.,
Rolling Meadows Wednesday
5 to 7:30 p.m.
FINANCIAL
WHAT WHERE WHEN
“Springfield: What Works and What Doesn’t” luncheon program of the Economic Development Council featuring State Sen. Dan Rutherford (R-Chenoa). $35, members; $50, non-members. 773-279-8787. The Tower Club,
20 N. Wacker Drive,
39th floor Wednesday
noon
JOB/CAREER
WHAT WHERE WHEN
“You Can Still Win … It’s Your Choice” workshop hosted by the Career Resource Center. 847-295-5626, or www.careerresourcecenter.org. Career Resource Center,
Grove Cultural Campus,
40 E. Old Mill Rd., Suite 105,
Lake Forest Monday
1 p.m.
MARKETING
WHAT WHERE WHEN
“Guerrilla Marketing in 30 Days” seminar presented by Al Lautenslager, professional marketing coach and author, and sponsored by the Carol Stream Chamber of Commerce and The HBC Group & Franco Coladipietro. $39-$49. Luanne Triolo, 630-665-3325, or www.carolstreamchamber.com. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites,
150 S. Gary Ave.,
Carol Stream Thursday
8 to 11:30 a.m.
The Chicago Interactive Marketing Association Annual Cruise. $50, members; $75, non-members. 312-458-0870, or www.ChicagoIMA.org. Navy Pier,
Anita Dee II Thursday
7 to 10 p.m.
LEGAL
WHAT WHERE WHEN
“Internal Investigations: Finding and Reporting the Facts Under the New Federal Guidelines” panel discussion sponsored by the Chicago Bar Association. Panelists include: Margaret A. Daley, director in Navigant Consulting’s Litigation and Investigations practice group; Thomas K. McQueen, partner in Sonnenschein’s Litigation and Business Regulation Group; and Kathryn A. Pyszka, senior trial counsel in the Division of Enforcement at the Midwest Regional Office of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. craig.mccrohon@hklaw.com, or fkokoszka@k-jlaw.com Chicago Bar Association,
321 S. Plymouth Ct. Thursday
12:15 to 1:15 p.m.
“Binding Arbitration Clauses and Applicable Defenses” presented by Cook County Judge Wayne D. Rhine, at an event sponsored by the Chicago Bar Association’s Consumer Law Committee. www.chicagobar.org. Chicago Bar Association,
321 S. Plymouth Ct. Thursday
12:15 p.m.
OTHER
WHAT WHERE WHEN
“The CEO’s Guide to Hiring and Retaining Top Talent” dinner program presented by Barry Deutsch and hosted by TEC International, an organization of CEOs and business owners. 888-488-7711, 847-658-0770, or mark@chicagoceos.com.
Mid-America Club, 200 E. Randolph Drive, 80th floor
Wednesday
5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
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