EVENT OF THE WEEK
Focus on corporate liquidity
The Turnaround Management Association is hosting its 2006 Global Educational Symposium, “Liquidity and Corporate Renewal.”
The event runs from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday and 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 E. Wacker Drive.
Keynote speakers include economist Arthur Laffer and marketer Douglas Atkin. Laffer will present “Alternative Perspectives on Liquidity: Insights from Theory and Practice” from 1:15 to 2 p.m. Thursday. Atkin will discuss “Connecting with Customers” during his presentation at 8:30 a.m. Friday.
Laffer, known for inventing the Laffer Curve, is a two-term member of President Ronald Reagan’s economic policy board. He is chairman of Laffer Associates, an economic research and consulting firm, and was involved in Proposition 13, the California initiative that drastically cut property taxes in the state in 1978.
The cost for the two-day symposium is $425 for association members, $525 for non-members, and $250 for academics and judges. Meals, receptions and educational materials are included.
For information, call 312-578-6900, or visit www.turnaround.org.
CONVENTIONS
What, Where, When
American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference. Expected attendance, 3,000.
Hyatt Regency Chicago
June 18 through Wednesday
The Society of the Plastics Industry Inc. NPE 2006 International Showcase. 75,000.
McCormick Place
Monday through Friday
The Salvation Army Central Territorial Community Relations and Development Conference. 250.
Hyatt Regency O’Hare
Tuesday through Friday
American Theological Library Association Annual Conference. 300.
Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza
Wednesday through Saturday
Association of Theological Schools Biennial Meeting. 400.
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place
Thursday through Sunday
American School Counselor Association Annual Meeting. 1,500.
Hyatt Regency Chicago
Friday through June 27
National Association of College and University Attorneys. 1,000.
Chicago Marriott Downtown
Sunday through June 28
Association for Computing Machinery SIGMOD/PODS. 650.
Renaissance Chicago Hotel
June 26-29
Joint Commission Resources Healthcare Literacy Symposium. 300.
Sofitel Chicago O’Hare
June 26-27
T-Mobile USA Inc. 2006 Summer Summit. 475.
Fairmont Chicago
June 28-30
Fraternal Order of Police State Convention. 500.
Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza
July 3-9
INTERNATIONAL
What, Where, When
“European Distribution and Logistics: Strategies for Supply Chain Optimization” dinner program sponsored by Flanders Investment & Trade, International Trade Association of Greater Chicago and World Trade Center Chicago. Presentations by Francis Rome, vice president of business development, Flanders Institute of Logistics; Joris Van der Smissen, senior commercial manager, Caterpillar Logistics; and Serge Huysmans, senior manager, Ernst & Young. Free, but advance registration is required. 312-251-0622, ext. 1.
The Mid-America Club, 200 E. Randolph Drive, 80th floor
Monday 5 to 9 p.m.
“Mexico-U.S. Relations, Immigration and Other Key Issues” lecture and discussion sponsored by the Chicago Council on Foreign Relations. Presentation by Carlos de Icaza, ambassador of Mexico to the U.S. $10, members; $20, non-members. www.ccfr.org.
Hilton Chicago, 720 S. Michigan Ave.
Monday 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
“Economic Reform and Restructuring Strategy for Saudi Arabia” luncheon program sponsored by the Chicago Council on Foreign Relations. Presentation by Hashim A. Yamani, Saudi Arabia’s minister of commerce and industry. $55, members; $70, non-members. 312-821-7524, or corporate@ccfr.org.
Park Hyatt Chicago, 800 N. Michigan Ave.
Thursday noon to 2 p.m.
SMALL BUSINESS
What, Where, When
“Business Financial Fundamentals and Meet a Banker” half-day workshop offered by Score, Counselors to America’s Small Business. $35-$45. 312-353-7724, or www.scorechicago.org.
Citicorp Center,
500 W. Madison St., Suite 1250
Tuesday 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
LEGAL
What, Where, When
The Chicago Bar Association hosts its 133rd Annual Meeting with a report of the election committee, introduction of officers and board of managers, treasurer’s report and presentation of the Lincoln Gavel to incoming President Kevin P. Durkin. $65. Tamara Drees, 312-554-2057, or tdrees@chicagobar.org.
Standard Club, 320 S. Plymouth Ct.
Thursday 11:30 a.m.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
What, Where, When
“Recipes to Revenues: How to Start, Operate and Grow a Food Business” presented by ShoreBank and Real Men Cook Charities Inc. Discussions will focus on strategies for launching and building a successful restaurant, food supplier or manufacturing business. Panelists include: Leonard Harris, president of Chatham Food Center; Kenneth Lewis Sr., president and CEO of Kenny’s Ribs & Chicken Inc. and others. Free, but advance registration is required. 773-420-4857.
ShoreBank Bronzeville
Banking Center, 3401 S. King Drive
Thursday noon to 2:30 p.m.
JOB/CAREER
What, Where, When
Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement 21st Annual Career Conference. Free. 312-435-0498, or www.hace-usa.org.
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, South Ballroom, 5555 N. River Rd., Rosemont
Friday 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
OTHER
What, Where, When
Women Employed’s 33rd Anniversary Luncheon. Frances Reid, an Academy Award nominee and co-director of the documentary “Waging a Living,” will deliver the keynote address. www.womenemployed.org.
Chicago Hilton, Grand Ballroom, 720 S. Michigan Ave.
Wednesday 11 a.m. to noon, networking reception; noon to 1:30 p.m., luncheon
“Solar 101” workshop on solar, wind and other forms of renewable energy options presented by the Illinois Solar Energy Association. $35-$60. 708-524-0799, or www.illinoissolar.org.
Gail Prauss Design Studio,
401 N. Marion St., Oak Park
Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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