The Lincoln Forum

The Lori Lightfoot Administration: A Conversation with Gregory Pratt
2024-04-15 11:30 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Union League Club of Chicago, 65 West Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL, 60610, United States
The Lori Lightfoot Administration: A Conversation with Gregory Pratt
Please join the Lincoln Forum in partnership with the Union League Club of Chicago as we welcome author Gregory Pratt who will discuss his new book The City is Up for Grabs: How Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Led and Lost a City in Crisis. Bruce Dold, the former publisher and editor-in-chief of the Chicago Tribune will moderate the conversation.
Monday, April 15, 2024, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Union League Club of Chicago, 65 West Jackson Boulevard, Chicago
Cost: $40.00 | Dress Code: Smart Casual
Register: https://CityIsUpForGrabs.eventbrite.com

THE ERA – WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE?
2024-03-27 11:30 - 13:30 | Union League Club of Chicago, 65 West Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL, 60610, United States
THE ERA – WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE?
Join us and our co-sponsors the Union League Club of Chicago and League of Women Voters of Chicago, for a thought-provoking luncheon and conversation with Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton on a topic that is unresolved and so integral to our way of life—especially during a presidential election year.

Wednesday, March 27 · 11:30am – 1:30pm CDT
Union League Club of Chicago, 65 W Jackson Blvd
COST: $45

Register: https://ERAWhereDoWeGo.eventbrite.com

The Illinois Tollway: Moving Beyond Move Illinois
2023-10-04 11:30 - 13:00 | Union League Club of Chicago, 65 West Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL, 60610, United States
The Illinois Tollway: Moving Beyond Move Illinois
Join the Lincoln Forum in partnership with the Union League Club of Chicago for an exciting in-person luncheon event featuring Illinois Tollway Executive Director Cassaundra Rouse and Tollway Board Chairman Arnie Rivera on October 4 at 11:30 a.m.
With the planned renewal of the Illinois Tollway system nearing completion, now is the time to envision what comes next.
The Tollway is kicking off a conversation about its role to boost economic opportunities, advance equity and meet the region’s needs in its next strategic and capital plan.
Get your seat at the table and be part of the conversation.
Register now: https://bit.ly/44EebiC
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A Conversation with IL Governor JB Pritzker
2023-07-26 11:30 - 13:00 | Union League Club of Chicago, 65 West Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL, 60610, United States
Join us for lunch & a conversation with Illinois Governor JB Pritzker about Innovate Illinois moderated by Brad Henderson, the CEO of P33.
We are excited to welcome Illinois Governor JB Pritzker for a discussion of “Innovate Illinois,” – a first of its kind public/private partnership to bring federal dollars to Illinois and strengthen the state’s economic vitality for decades to come. This important event is presented in partnership with The Union League Club of Chicago, HNTB and Summit Ridge Energy.
Innovate Illinois is a public/private partnership to coordinate the state’s efforts to secure federal funding through the CHIPS and Science Act, the Inflation Reduction Act and the Infrastructure and Jobs Act. It is a diverse coalition of business leaders, higher education institutions and elected officials.They will bring their expertise on building the state’s success in priority areas, including, science, transportation, renewable energy, innovation and technology.
Tickets:
Tickets: $75.00 includes lunch
Dress: Smart, Casual
Address: ULCC, 65 W. Jackson, Lincoln Ballroom
Event and Table sponsorships available, email: LincolnForum@LincolnForum.org

Author Event: Former United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz
2023-05-10 11:30 - 13:00 | Union League Club of Chicago, 65 West Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL, 60610, United States
Former United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz will discuss his new book Turnaround Time with CBS 2 News Anchor Joe Donlon.
Go behind the scenes with the CEO who led United Airlines’ remarkable turnaround.
Around the world and around the clock, the people of United Airlines are locked in a struggle against time to ensure your aircraft lands and takes off for another flight safely and efficiently. This “turnaround time” is the heartbeat of an industry in which the margin for error is nil and success is measured by fractions of a second.
In 2015, when Oscar Munoz took the helm of this iconic brand, its culture was anything but united and its reputation was in free fall. A merger with its onetime rival Continental had stalled, operational and financial performance was badly trailing those of its competitors, and the bonds of trust with shareholders, customers, and employees had reached a breaking point.
With candor, humor, and heartfelt wisdom, Oscar reveals how he rose from humble immigrant origins to lead United Airlines through one of modern business’s greatest corporate turnarounds. He offers soulful, much-needed leadership lessons for today’s world: listening with empathy, standing up for employees, building durable cultures that are profitable because they’re principled, and advancing a vision for a genuinely inclusive economy for the future.
The event begins with an 11:30 a.m. reception and book signing followed by lunch and the program at noon. Books will be available for purchase. The price is $40 per person plus applicable Eventbrite processing fees and taxes.
Tickets: http://bit.ly/3MyJE0b
Dress code: Business Casual

2023 Chicago Mayoral Candidate Forum - LIVE televised event
2023-02-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Union League Club of Chicago, 65 West Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL, 60610, United States
Join us in-person for the 2023 Chicago Mayoral Candidate Forum presented by Fox 32 Chicago, Lincoln Forum, the Union League Club and the Chicago Bar Association on Feb 9, 2023.
This LIVE televised candidate forum will feature ALL of the 2023 Chicago mayoral candidates, including (in ballot order): Ja’Mal Green, Alderwoman Sophia King, IL State Rep. Kam Buckner, Willie Wilson, Cook County Commissioner Brandon Johnson, Paul Vallas, Mayor Lori Lightfoot, Alderman Roderick Sawyer and U.S. Rep. Chuy Garcia.
The candidates will discuss the important issues facing Chicago. Fox 32 Chicago Political Editor Mike Flannery and Fox 32 Anchor Scott Schneider will moderate the forum.
Doors open at 5:15pm, everyone attending must be seated by 5:45pm, the LIVE televised forum begins promptly at 6:00pm CT. The forum is being held in the Lincoln Ballroom of the Union League Club of Chicago, 65 W. Jackson Blvd.
Tickets are $35 per person plus applicable fees and taxes.
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A Conversation with Vice President Mike Pence
2022-11-28 11:30 | Union League Club of Chicago, 65 West Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL, 60610, United States
A Conversation with Vice President Mike Pence

Our next event is a book discussion with Vice President Mike Pence. It will be moderated by Rick Pearson, Chief Political Editor, of the Chicago Tribune on November 28 and will begin with a reception at 11:30a.m. followed by lunch and the program at 12:00 p.m. at the Union League Club of Chicago. The price is $65 per person plus fees, which includes the lunch, program and one copy of the book.
Vice President Pence will be signing his book, “So Help Me God,” during the reception as well as following the conclusion of the program. Additional copies of the book will be available for purchase on the day of the event.
This program is presented in partnership with the Union League Club of Chicago.

A New Day in Springfield?
2021-02-26 12:00 - 13:00 | IL
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 | IL
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 | IL
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 | IL
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 | IL
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 | IL
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 | IL
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 | IL
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
