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The Chicago Building Congress is the only vertically-integrated trade association in the Chicago are
The Chicago Building Congress is the only vertically-integrated trade association in the Chicago area. Its varied membership includes real estate professionals, general contractors, subcontractors, engineering firms, architects, labor unions, associations, governmental entities, educational facilities, financial institutions, insurance providers, consultants, media publications, and material manufacturers and suppliers.
10/01/2026
🚨 Last call to register for the CBC Riverfront Exchange — now featuring Mission Critical: Building What’s Next
Join the Chicago Building Congress for an evening of connection, collaboration, and conversation around the future of Chicagoland’s built environment.
We’re excited to welcome featured speakers:
🎤 Daniel Tennett – VP Field Operations | Related Midwest
🎤 Patriece Thompson, M.B.A.– Community & Citizenship Director | Turner Construction Company
Along with the featured discussion highlighting CBC's newly formed Mission Critical Committee, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, live music from a jazz trio, and plenty of opportunities to connect with industry leaders, organizations, and peers across the AEC community.
Whether you’re looking to build new partnerships, meet potential collaborators, or strengthen existing relationships, don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation.
Register today and reserve your spot: https://t.mtrbio.com/chicago-building-congress
09/29/2026
🎓 Applications are now open for the CBC Future Leaders Scholarship!
The Chicago Building Congress is proud to support the next generation of professionals pursuing careers in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction industry.
The inaugural CBC Future Leaders Scholarship is open to collegiate and trade students working toward education and training in the AEC field. Two recipients will each receive a $2,500 scholarship, presented at the 2027 Chicago Building Congress Merit Awards.
Created by future leaders for future leaders, this scholarship is designed to help expand access to opportunity and invest in the people who will help shape the future of Chicago’s built environment.
📅 Application deadline: January 10, 2027
Learn more and apply today!
09/24/2026
🏗️ Explore the AEC Industry!
Students and industry professionals are coming together for the inaugural CBC Career Social: An Introduction to the AEC Industry, hosted by the Future Leaders Committee College Advisory Board!
🎓 For students: Curious about a career in architecture, engineering, or construction? Meet professionals from across the built environment, discover career paths you may not have considered, ask questions, and start building connections with the people working in the industry today.
🏢 For CBC member companies: Help introduce the next generation of talent to the opportunities within your organization. CBC members are invited to register as exhibitors, showcase their areas of expertise, and connect directly with students interested in careers throughout the AEC industry.
Whether you’re looking to start your career or foster the next generation, we hope you’ll join us!
Learn more and register today: https://t.mtrbio.com/chicago-building-congress
Exhibitor participation is exclusively available to current CBC member companies.
Are You Getting the Most Out of Your CBC Membership?
CBC Discovery Groups are a unique member benefit that bring together AEC professionals in a confidential, collaborative setting designed for meaningful discussion, professional growth, and long-term relationship building.
Discovery Groups are available for professionals at different stages of their careers, including:
• CEOs & Heir Apparents
• Senior Leaders
• Women's Groups
• NextGen Groups
Whether you’re leading a company, preparing for your next step, or looking to expand your network and perspective, there’s a CBC Discovery Group built to help you grow.
💡 Learn more about getting involved today: https://cbcdiscovery.com/
What’s waiting for you at Chicago Build 2026?
The Midwest’s largest Festival of Construction returns to McCormick Place on October 28-29.
Across two days, Chicago Build brings together the people, products and conversations shaping construction, design and the built environment across the region.
Here’s a taste of what’s on:
🎤 450+ speakers across 9 conference tracks
🏗️ 350+ exhibitors with new products and solutions
🎓 AIA CES-accredited workshops
🤝 Networking events, meetups and parties
🎉 Live music, entertainment and plenty happening across the show floor
💥 New zones for AI & Digital Construction, HVACR and Fire Safety & Security
We’ll be there, and it would be great to see you there too.
Registration is complimentary in advance, but tickets will be $99 at the door. Secure your free ticket before you arrive.
🎟️: https://chicagobuildingcongress.org/our-events/ #!event/2026/10/28/chicago-build-2026-expo
09/15/2026
Registration closing soon!
Connect, collaborate, and close out the summer with the CBC Women’s Special Interest Group! ☀️
Join us for the Late Summer Social, an empowering evening designed to bring women across the construction industry together. Reconnect with familiar faces, meet new peers, and grow your professional network through meaningful conversations in a welcoming environment.
📅 Tuesday, September 22
⏰ 4:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Seville | 243 S. Franklin, Chicago
Tickets include beverages, appetizers, engaging conversations, and plenty of fun! Guests will also enjoy access to Seville’s rooftop patio, complete with sweeping views of the Chicago skyline.
Invite your colleagues and friends, and reserve your spot—space is limited!
Register today: https://t.mtrbio.com/chicago-building-congress
09/08/2026
One month out from our second annual CBC Riverfront Exchange!
Join the Chicago Building Congress for an evening of meaningful connections, new opportunities, and collaboration across Chicagoland’s diverse built environment. Following a highly successful launch last year, the Riverfront Exchange returns to bring together associations, organizations, companies, and industry leaders committed to championing diversity and building stronger partnerships.
📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
⏰ 5:30–8:30 p.m.
📍 Taste 222 | 222 N. Canal St., Chicago
Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, live music from a jazz trio, and plenty of opportunities to connect with decision-makers, innovators, and industry peers.
Whether you’re looking to build partnerships, meet new collaborators, or lay the groundwork for future projects, this is an evening you won’t want to miss.
Register today and join us where construction and diverse communities build connections: https://t.mtrbio.com/chicago-building-congress
09/01/2026
A special thank you to CIBC, our Social Media Sponsor, for supporting the CBC Women’s Special Interest Group Late Summer Social! ☀️
Join us on Tuesday, September 22 for an evening of connection, conversation and networking with women from across the construction industry.
Reconnect with familiar faces, meet new peers and enjoy beverages, appetizers and rooftop views of the Chicago skyline at Seville. 🏙️
📅 Tuesday, September 22
⏰ 4:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Seville | 243 S. Franklin, Chicago
Space is limited, so invite your colleagues and friends and reserve your spot today.
Register: https://t.mtrbio.com/chicago-building-congress
08/19/2026
The Chicago Building Congress is excited to support Chicago Build 2026 as an official event partner 👏
Chicago Build 2026 is just a few months away, and some of the biggest names in construction, design, and the built environment are already set to be part of it.
From Gensler, JLL and CBRE to Clayco, Skanska, Turner Construction, Stantec and Gilbane, leading teams across the industry will be heading to McCormick Place this October.
Why attend?
✅ Meet the 350+ exhibitors shaping Chicago and the wider Midwest
✅ Discover new products, ideas and opportunities
✅ Connect with 30,000+ industry professionals
✅ Be part of the Midwest’s largest construction and design show
📍 McCormick Place
📅 October 28 to 29
🎟️ Free to attend (Register in advance to avoid the $99 onsite ticket fee)
Register for your ticket now: https://t.mtrbio.com/chicago-building-congress
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