Welcome to the registration site for the US CEO Meeting – Chicago 2021! We are thrilled to host you all in September and are looking forward to a great series of discussions. Please bookmark this site for all your needs while planning your trip, and don’t forget to register by August 20, 2021.
Meeting Schedule
Use this link to download the detailed agenda.
Tuesday, September 21, 2021
Arrivals
Chicago is served by two major airports (O’Hare International [ORD] and Midway International Airport [MDW]. While both are roughly a 45 minute trip to the Hyatt Regency Chicago, Midway can sometimes be easier to navigate. Rideshare services and taxis are available at designated areas.
Group Social @ BIG Bar – 9:00 p.m.
For those that are traveling to Chicago on Tuesday, we will have an informal social at BIG Bar, located in the Hyatt Regency Chicago (2nd floor lobby). Stop by for a beverage and a warm welcome to the Windy City!
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Arrivals
Continental Breakfast – 9:00 a.m.
United States Leadership Council Meeting (USLC) – 10:00 a.m.
The USLC will conduct its meeting from 10:00 – 2:00 p.m. with a boxed lunch provided. The specific meeting agenda is TBD. Members arriving prior to check in this day will be able to leave luggage with the hotel concierge or with CEO Meeting Staff in the Meeting Services Room.
Chicago Baseball on Rooftop – 4:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Breakfast – 7:30 a.m.
Opening Session – 8:30 a.m.
Discussion Groups – Program Section 1 – 9:45 a.m.
Topics include: (sessions repeat so you can attend two of the following)
- Return to Action
- Team USA
- Health and Wellness
Discussion Groups – Program – Section 2 – 11:25 a.m.
Topics include: (sessions repeat so you can attend two of the following)
- Local Program Development/Volunteer Infrastructure
- Athlete Leadership
- Unified Champion Schools
Lunch Break – 1:00 p.m.
Discussion Groups – Resource Development Section 1 – 1:45 p.m.
Topics include: (sessions repeat so you can attend two of the following)
- Future of Special Event Fundraising
- Corporate Development and Engagement
- Government Relations
Discussion Groups – Resource Development Section 2 – 3:15 p.m.
Topics include: (sessions repeat so you can attend two of the following)
- Major Gifts
- Digital Engagement
- Torch Run
End of Meeting Day – 4:45 p.m.
Evening Social – A Night of Greats – 5:30 p.m.
Friday, September 24, 2021
Breakfast – 7:30 a.m.
Discussion Groups – Business Operations Section 1 – 8:30 a.m.
Topics include: (sessions repeat so you can attend two of the following)
- Finance & Budget Planning
- Diversity Equity & Inclusion
- Risk Management
Discussion Groups – Business Operations Section 2 – 10:10 a.m.
Topics include: (sessions repeat so you can attend two of the following)
- Strategic Planning or Board Development
- Employee Management in a Post-Pandemic World
- Technology
Closing Session – 11:50 a.m.
End of Meetings – 1:00 p.m.
Boxed lunches will be available to take with you, or enjoy before you leave.