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• The New Frontier of Digital Assets - Part II

  • When
    05/17/2022
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    Virtual Zoom Gathering

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  Join CFE for Part II of our New Frontier of Digital Assets Lunch-n-Learn program with guest speaker Andie Kramer,Partner at McDermott Will & Emery, and an expert on cryptocurrency.
  

  In this session, Andie will review NFT's, IRS guidance and tax implications, crypto loans, and more. The program will conclude with Q&A.

  Helpful articles to review:

  https://www.mwe.com/insights/nfts-and-charitable-fundraising-navigating-tax-hurdles/

  https://www.mwe.com/insights/a-primer-on-charitable-contributions-of-virtual-currency/

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• The Post-COVID Office Takes Shape

  • When
    05/19/2022
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    Hybrid: In-Person at Plante Moran or Via Zoom

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  The Transitions Exchange invites you to a Lunch-n-Learn conversation about how the pandemic has shaped how we think about office space. 

  CFE member Ellen Steinbrecher will lead a discussion on the evolution of office space post-covid, the opportunities and challenges that have emerged, and the workplace trends that were accelerated during the pandemic.

  Two ways to attend!
  

  1. Bring your lunch and join us in-person at Plante Moran, 10 South Riverside Plaza, Chicago. Beverages will be provided. In-person attendees are encouraged to arrive by 11:45am to get settled before the program begins.
     
     
  2. Enjoy lunch while participating over Zoom
     

  Ellen Steinbrecher is the Principal and Founder of Reologie, a commercial real estate advisory firm. Ellen specializes in assisting companies nationally with creating and implementing their real estate strategies. Her experience ranges from all aspects of lease and contract negotiations to include renewal or relocations, property acquisitions or dispositions and strategic positioning throughout each step of the real estate process.

  
  

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• Dinner Program with Guest Lori Goltermann

  • When
    05/26/2022
  •  
    5:30 PM - 8:00 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    University Club of Chicago

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  We hope to see you on Thursday, May 26 for CFE's first Dinner Program of the year. Join us at the University Club of Chicago for cocktails and dinner and catch-up with your CFE friends.

  During an intimate, fireside chat hosted by Kim Rice, president of CFE, you’ll hear from Aon’s Chief Client Officer & Chief Executive Officer of Global Enterprise Clients, Lori Goltermann, on important topics most affecting organizations today, such as ESG, talent strategies, and the M&A landscape, as well as how she balances her personal and professional obligations.

  

  Lori Goltermann serves as Aon’s Chief Client Officer and Chief Executive Officer, Global Enterprises Clients, where she is responsible for delivering the full suite of Aon’s capabilities, solutions and distinct expertise across industries and specialties to drive differentiated value and outcomes for global, multifaceted clients.
  
  Since joining Aon in 1993, Goltermann is known for assembling high performing teams, strategy development, and M&A. She has an exceptional vision for growing the organization and helping clients with all of their risk, retirement and health needs.

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• Neighborhood Dinners

  • Start
    06/07/2022
  •  
    5:30 PM (CDT)
  • End
    06/09/2022
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    (CDT)
  • Location
    Multiple Locations

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  CFE's highly anticipated Neighborhood Dinners are back! Specifics for each location are listed here. Select your location during registration.
  

  Please contact Peggy Papaioannou at peggy.papaioannou@gmail.com if you are interested in hosting or have any questions. 

  Locations:

  River North - Hosted by Kim Rice
  Location: Alpana
  Date & Time: Thursday, June 9 at 5:30pm
  Attendees will split the bill
  Registration is limited to 8
  

  South Loop/South - Hosted by Laura Stern
  Location: Tapas Valencia
  Date & Time: Thursday, June 9 at 5:30pm
  Cost is $70 per person (beverages TBD). Attendees will pay the host
  Registration is limited to 10
  

  Western Suburbs - Hosted by Kerry Jordan
  Location: Posto 31
  Date & Time: Thursday, June 9 at 5:30pm
  Attendees will split the bill
  Registration is limited to 12
  

  North Shore - Hosted by Laura Linger
  Location: Pomeroy
  Date & Time: Wednesday, June 8 at 6:00pm
  Cost is approx. $150 per person. Attendees will pay the host
  Registration is limited to 12
  

  Pomeroy Pre Fixe Menu:

  Starters: Poulet Cajun Skewers and Country Pate Toasts
  Soup/Salad: Frisee aux Lardon Salade or Onion Soup Gratinee
  Entree: Steak a la Bordelaise or Roasted Salmon
  Sides: Pomme Frites & Aioli and Haricot Verts
  Dessert: Chocolate Pot de Crème or Warm Pear Tatin
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• Corporate Board Chat

  • When
    06/23/2022
  •  
    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    Plante Moran, 10 South Riverside Plaza, 9th Floor, Chicago

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  Join us for an in person Corporate Board Chat at the offices of Plante Moran on Thursday, June 23. CFE member Kathy Graham, CEO & Founder of the HQ Companies, will moderate a discussion with a panel CFE members who are current corporate board directors in various stages of their careers, representing a range of industries, geographies, life stages, backgrounds and ethnicity. 

  Panelists and topic for this date will be announced soon!

   
  

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• Summer Social

  • When
    07/28/2022
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    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    Saddle & Cycle Club, 900 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
  • Registered
    32 registrants

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  CFE's Summer Social returns to the Saddle & Cycle Club this summer. One of Chicago's hidden gems, the club sits on approximately 18 acres of property featuring beautifully manicured landscape that can be enjoyed from the large outdoor terrace. Network with your CFE friends as we gather for food, drinks, and good conversation.

  Valet service and parking is available on the club property.

  
  

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• Ravinia Festival Outing: Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes

  • When
    08/16/2022
  •  
    5:00 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    Ravinia, Highland Park

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  Join CFE members on Tuesday, August 16, for an evening under the stars at the Ravinia. We will enjoy music by Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes. 

  Attendees are required to purchase general admission tickets (lawn) via the Ravinia website and to also register on the CFE website so we know who is attending.  We will send the CFE park location the night of via text & email.  As we get closer to the concert date, additional food, drink, etc. suggestions will be added. 

  Note that tickets to the Public go on sale on May 4.   Advanced tickets to Ravinia Donors starts on March 30.   

  
  

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• Corporate Board Chat

  • When
    09/22/2022
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    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    Location TBD

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  CFE member Kathy Graham, CEO & Founder of the HQ Companies, will moderate  quarterly Corporate Board Chats each with a panel of different CFE members who are current corporate board directors in various stages of their careers, representing a range of industries, geographies, life stages, backgrounds and ethnicity. 

  Panelists and topic will be announced soon!

   
  

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• Corporate Board Chat

  • When
    12/15/2022
  •  
    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM (CST)
  • Location
    Virtual Zoom Gathering

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  CFE member Kathy Graham, CEO & Founder of the HQ Companies, will moderate  quarterly Corporate Board Chats each with a panel of different CFE members who are current corporate board directors in various stages of their careers, representing a range of industries, geographies, life stages, backgrounds and ethnicity. 

  Panelists and topic will be announced soon!

   
  

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