Recap
The Q3 edition of the SITE Chicago Newsletter highlights a season filled with community, education, and connection.
⚾ Grand Slam 2025
On August 1st, SITE Chicago hosted its 4th Annual Grand Slam at the Wrigley Rooftops. Over 215 hospitality professionals gathered for a day of baseball, networking, and prizes. Attendees enjoyed a Cubs win, a gifting experience by Joycoast, raffles, and grand prizes including trips to Tucson, the Bahamas, and Buenos Aires. The celebration wrapped up with an afterparty at X-Golf Wrigleyville, sponsored by Hilton Luxury BrandsQ3-2025-site-chicago-newsletter.
👩💼 Young Leaders Spotlight
The Young Leaders Committee hosted another successful Co-Workday on June 9 at Convene’s Monroe Street location. Nearly 30 attendees joined for breakout sessions on cross-generational networking, gifting trends, and industry insights, along with a panel discussion moderated by Taylor Smith (Meetings Today) featuring leaders from Maritz, NHS Global Events, and DeloitteQ3-2025-site-chicago-newsletter.
🌞 Summer Highlights
- Summer Education Event – Focused on contracting and negotiation under the theme “Deal or No Deal,” with interactive panels and candid discussions.
- Wisconsin Flamingle (June 17) – A lively networking night with raffles, gifts from Magnolia Bath & Soap Company, and bites from Old Republic Surety CompanyQ3-2025-site-chicago-newsletter.
💙 Community Spotlight: Supporting Dana Weaver
SITE Chicago rallied around Dana Weaver, a former chapter president, after his diagnosis of Primary CNS Lymphoma. A private Facebook support group has been created to share encouragement, photos, and stories as Dana undergoes treatmentQ3-2025-site-chicago-newsletter.
🧢 Meet Traveling Will
SITE Chicago introduced Traveling Will, the chapter’s new mascot and biggest fan. Will represents teamwork and fun, traveling alongside members to industry events worldwide. Keep an eye out—he might pop up anywhere from Austria to Aruba!Q3-2025-site-chicago-newsletter
🗓️ What’s Next
Upcoming events include:
- September 17 – Wisconsin Networking at Blu (Pfister Hotel, Milwaukee)
- October 20 – Fall Education Event, Union League Club, Chicago
- October 22 – Michigan Rooftop Mixer, The Godfrey Hotel
- December 2 – 11th Annual Holly Trolley Holiday Celebration
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