The Lincoln Forum

A New Day in Springfield?
2021-02-26 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
A New Day in Springfield?

Presented by The Lincoln Forum, The Union League Club of Chicago and Crain’s Chicago Business
With the end of Mike Madigan’s time as Speaker, Crain’s Political Columnist Greg Hinz will talk with newly elected Illinois House Speaker, Emanuel Welch about what’s next. Join us for a FREE virtual event on 2/26/21 from 12pm-1pm CST.
Registration is FREE and capacity is limited

Back to Business: Reigniting Chicago’s Billion Dollar Convention Industry
2021-02-19 12:00 - 13:00
Back to Business: Reigniting Chicago’s Billion Dollar Convention Industry

As vaccines are being distributed worldwide, the question remains, when will conventions return to Chicago in 2021? What impact will the loss of trade shows have on tax revenue, the hotel and restaurant industries and the approximately 15,000 Illinois jobs the convention industry supports? Join us as leaders discuss how to reignite the billion dollar industry…
Day/Time: 2/19/21, 12pm-1pm
Panelists:

Larita Clark, CEO Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority
David Whitaker, President & CEO Choose Chicago
Peter Eelman, Vice President & CXO, The Association For Manufacturing Technology & The International Manufacturing Technology Show
Steve Drew, Assistant Executive Director, Radiological Society of North America

Moderator:

Danny Ecker, Reporter Crain’s Chicago Business

Registration is FREE and capacity is limited

The Graduated Income Tax: It’s Time to Decide
2020-10-14 12:00 - 13:00
The Graduated Income Tax: It’s Time to Decide
Presented by Wintrust, Lincoln Forum and The Union League Club of Chicago
When voters head to the polls on November 3, we will vote on an amendment to the Illinois constitution that would allow lawmakers to impose a graduated income tax. What is a graduated income tax? How will this affect your taxes? Who stands to benefit? Please join us 12pm-1pm CT on October 14 for a thoughtful discussion with leaders and policymakers on both sides of the Graduated Income Tax issue. The virtual panel is FREE, registration is required.
Moderated by Wintrust CEO and founder Ed Wehmer
Panelists:

Quentin Fulks, “Vote Yes for Fairness” Chairman
Daniel Biss, former Illinois State Senator
Greg Baise, Treasurer of the Coalition for Jobs, Growth & Prosperity
Sue Rezin, Illinois State Senator

A Conversation with Chicago Police Superintendent David Brown
2020-08-05 12:00 - 13:00
A Conversation with Chicago Police Superintendent David Brown

Presented by The Lincoln Forum, The Union League Club of Chicago and Crain’s Chicago Business
The violence in Chicago is making national headlines and federal agents have been dispatched to the city. Why has there been an uptick in shootings? How has COVID-19 impacted the Chicago Police Department? How can the police rebuild trust with the communities they serve? What‘s the plan for moving forward? And many more questions for Chicago Police Superintendent David Brown, please join us on Wednesday, August 5 at 12pm for a candid discussion moderated by Roe Conn of WGN Radio.
Registration is FREE and capacity is limited

State of the Illinois Budget with Comptroller Susana Mendoza
2020-07-14 12:00 - 13:00
Join the Lincoln Forum in partnership with Crain’s Chicago and the Union League Club of Chicago for a live webcast with Illinois State Comptroller Susana A. Mendoza. In a conversation moderated by Crain’s Politics and Government Reporter A.D. Quig, Mendoza will discuss how the Illinois state budget is shaping up and exactly how big of a toll the coronavirus pandemic will take on Illinois.

What Will College Look Like in the Fall?
2020-07-08 12:00 - 13:00
In August, millions of college students will return to campuses across the country. College and university leaders are actively developing and implementing plans on how to safely reopen their campuses for in-person classes. They are determining how campus life needs to change to adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic. The stakes are high.
Please join the Lincoln Forum in partnership with POLITICO and the Union League Club of Chicago on July 8 from 12p.m. to 1 p.m. CT for a free LIVE virtual webinar featuring:

University of Wisconsin Chancellor Rebecca Blank
University of Illinois Chancellor Robert Jones
Loyola University Chicago President Jo Ann Rooney
Michigan State University President Dr. Samuel Stanley

Moderated by NBC 5 Chicago News Reporter and Adjunct University Professor Susan Carlson Welcome remarks by POLITICO Illinois Playbook’s author Shia Kapos

How Will Chicago’s Tourism Industry Rebound Safely?
2020-06-26 12:00 - 13:00
Delivering over $1 billion in tax revenue in 2019, tourism is a critical industry for Chicago. Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, tourism has come to a halt around the world. Now that things are opening again, how are hotels, restaurants, museums and transportation adapting to new health concerns from their guests? Join us for a virtual discussion with leaders in Chicago’s movement toward becoming a global leader in socially responsible tourism and hospitality.
MODERATOR:
Lourdes Duarte – WGN News, news anchor
PANELISTS:
Glenn Eden – Choose Chicago, board chair
Kevin Boehm – Boka Restaurant Group, CEO and Co-Founder
Bridget Coughlin – Shedd Aquarium, President and CEO
Peter Simoncelli – The Ritz Carlton Chicago, General Manager
Mike Hanna – United Airlines, VP of Chicago O’Hare hub

COVID-19’s Impact on Illinois: A Conversation with U.S. Senator Dick Durbin
2020-06-03 14:30 - 15:30
Lincoln Forum presents a virtual discussion with U.S. Senator Dick Durbin – in partnership with Crain’s Chicago Business and the Union League Club of Chicago.
Illinois is facing immense challenges as a result of COVID-19, including rising unemployment, healthcare issues and significant impacts on small businesses. Join U.S. Senator Dick Durbin as he explores the effect of the pandemic on our state, as well as his insights on international vaccine efforts, the need for increased testing and what Congress should do next in response to the crisis.
Moderated by Greg Hinz, Political Reporter, Crain’s Chicago Business.
Register for U.S. Senator Durbin’s event: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6964066264482415884
