Please join us for an evening of networking, food and fun including a festive Italian-themed buffet dinner with wines and chocolate dessert fantasies, created by the former Executive Chef at the Chicago Four Seasons Hotel. Our featured speaker will be Lynn Osmond, President and CEO of the Chicago Architecture Foundation.  The meeting will be held in the beautiful and historic setting of the Michigan room overlooking Millenium Park.

And just a little business.  After all, it's our Annual Meeting.

Where University Club, 76 East Monroe, 312-726-2840.   Valet parking is available at the door.  The Grant Park underground garage is around the corner from the University Club.

Fee $75 for members, $90 for guests
        Students, please join for a fee of $50.  Click here to sign up.
        Special $50 rate for new, renewed or extended membership:  We'll contact you with a discount coupon when your order has been received.

RSVP by January 14 2009; after January 14, an additional $15 will be charged.

Schedule
5:30- 6:15 registration, wine, hors d'oeuvres and networking
6:00-8:00 Buffet dinner
6:45-7:00 Introduction of the 2009 UCWBG Board , announcements about 2009 programs
7:00-8:00 Lynn Osmond presentation, "The Rise of the Skyscrapper"
7:15 -8:00 Dessert and more networking

Feel free to arrive any time between 5:30 and 7:00 pm.

The Rise of the Skyscrapper
Recognized throughout the world, the architecture of Chicago is a reflection and celebration of the history of American architecture. Join Lynn Osmond on a virtual tour of Chicago and learn the stories behind the visionaries who shaped the city’s most prominent skyscrapers and the skyscrapers that, in turn, shaped a city. The presentation features noted architects such as Daniel Burnham and Mies van der Rohe and world-renowned masterpieces such as the Tribune Tower and the Auditorium Building. This virtual walk through the creation of Chicago’s skyline will help you to understand our city’s legacy, encourage you to become an active participant in our city today, and inspire you to dream big about Chicago’s future.

About Our Speaker
Lynn Osmond, President and Chief Executive Officer, Hon. AIA Chicago Architecture Foundation

Since 1966, the Chicago Architecture Foundation (CAF) has engaged the public in exploring Chicago’s architecture. Through a comprehensive program of tours, exhibitions, lectures, special events, and adult and youth education programs, CAF challenges a broad audience to understand urban environments and participate in the construction of communities that are inclusive and sustainable. CAF is ranked in the top 10 cultural institutions of Chicago.

Lynn Osmond has been the President and CEO of the Chicago Architecture Foundation since 1996. In 2005 she was recognized as an Honorary Member of the American Institute of Architects for her contribution to the field. Prior to joining CAF, she managed major performing arts companies in Canada and the U.S. Under her leadership, the Chicago Architecture Foundation quadrupled growth with a total of over 460,000 participants. Ms. Osmond serves on boards including the Greater North Michigan Avenue Association, Chicago Loop Alliance and the University Club of Chicago. She is a member of the Economic Club of Chicago and is co-chair of the Toronto Sister Cities Club.

Questions  Contact Caryl Pedersen

UCWBG welcomes students of the Booth School of Business to our annual meeting.  For the details on this event, click here.

"Women Setting the New Leadership Paradigm"

The Executives' Club of Chicago - Women's Leadership Series
Breakfast & Panel Discussion

Location: The Fairmont Chicago
200 N. Columbus Drive
7:00 a.m. Networking Reception
7:30 a.m. Breakfast
8:00 a.m. Panel Discussion

To register, contact Jane Ranshaw.   UCWBG is entitled to two complimentary tickets. Thereafter, members are eligible for the co-sponsor rate of $36.50.

For more information, visit the Executive's Club website.

The North/Northwest Networking Group is designed to give University of Chicago Women’s Business Group (UCWBG) members who live or work in the north and northwest suburbs a chance to meet closer to home.  However, all UCWBG members are welcome to attend.

In today's dynamic work environment, there is nothing more valuable than a good friend and mentor.  The only investment required is time. Meetings are a good opportunity to get to know one another better.

Meetings are held every other month on the third Thursday for dinner in a restaurant in the north and northwest suburbs.  In December, the West Group joins the North/Northwest Networking Group for our Annual Subgroup Holiday Luncheon in Long Grove, IL.

Irene Márquez, ‘80, is the Group Coordinator.  Please contact Irene by email at north@ucwbg.org to RSVP to an upcoming N/NW Group meeting or for more information.