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Leadership Series Launch Session | Democracy: What’s at Stake?

Join us for the 2026-27 LGC Leadership Series launch session! As the country prepares for a consequential election and Chicagoans get ready to vote in their first, fully-elected school board, join us for a candid conversation about the state of democracy, governance, civic participation, and the decisions that will shape Chicago’s future. Our speakers will explore […]

FELLOW CONVENING | ACTIVATING IN AUSTIN

This Fellow Convening will highlight the incredible efforts of Austin community-based organizations (CBOs) who are a part of the Austin Neighborhood Network and leaders in implementing their Quality-of-Life Plan, “Austin Forward. Together.” During this event, Fellows will have an opportunity to view the short documentary, “The Good News,” which highlights their Quality-of-Life planning and implementation process, learn about the United Way Neighborhood Network in Austin, […]

FELLOW CONVENING | SOUTH SIDER SUMMER SOCIAL

Calling all South Side Fellows! Connect at this summer social hosted by Sol Flores (LGC Fellow since 2011) and Dr. Kafi Moragne-Patterson (LGC Fellow since 2022). Join Fellows from across different class/cohort years for an evening of community celebration and pride! This group gathering is exclusively for Fellows who live, work or serve on Chicago’s […]

2026 Annual Fellow Recognition Ceremony

Join us for the 2026 Annual Fellows Recognition Ceremony, a Leadership Greater Chicago (LGC) tradition, on Thursday, July 30 at Allium in the Fulton Market District. Together, we will recognize the 41st Class of LGC Signature Fellows and inaugurate the LGC Fellows Class of 2027. Allium1362 W. Fulton St., Chicago, IL 60607Thursday, July 30, 20265:00pm Arrival […]

FELLOW CONVENING | THE STATE OF CORPORATE DEI

Join our co-hosts and immediate past and current LGC Board Chairs, BCG Managing Director and Senior Partner, Chicago, Michelle Stohlmeyer Russell (LGC Fellow since 2009) and ComEd SVP of Governmental, Regulatory and External Affairs Melissa Washington (LGC Fellow since 2016), for dinner at Taste 222 and a candid conversation about the current state of corporate DEI and how to […]

2026 Celebrate Leaders

Join us to celebrate courageous civic leadership and our commitment to strengthen the Greater Chicago Region. Share in a memorable evening of networking with our Fellows and friends – featuring a cocktail reception, seated dinner and inspiring program! WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15 6:00 PM @ THE GERAGHTY 2520 S. Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL 60608 To purchase […]

Leadership Series Session 4 | State of Education: A Call to Action (virtual)

Education has always been a foundational pillar of civic life, as well as a lightning rod for public debate. In the fourth session of our 2025-26 LGC Leadership Series, State of Education: A Call to Action, we will examine the pressing challenges that impact educational equity today, including disparities in funding, access, and resources, as well as […]

LGC Signature Fellows Program | In-Person Information Session with Latino Leaders

In this time where we are facing unprecedented socioeconomic challenges, Leadership Greater Chicago’s mission — to cultivate courageous and connected cross-sector civic leaders who are committed to leading transformative change that will have an enduring impact on the future of communities throughout the Greater Chicago region — has never been more vital. Our future depends […]

LGC Signature Fellows Program Information Session with Leaders from the Disability Community.

Join us at Access Living on January 29 at 9:00am-10:30am for a Leadership Greater Chicago (LGC) Signature Fellows Program information session. This session is hosted in collaboration with LGC Fellows from the disability community who are leading change in our region and is designed especially for prospective candidates with disabilities. For more than 40 years, LGC has […]