Chicago Building Congress

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

Registration is now open for the 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.

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

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

What a great day of teamwork and community impact along the Chicago River! 🌊

Thank you to everyone who joined the CBC Future Leaders Committee for our Chicago River Action Day in partnership with Friends of the Chicago River. We appreciate everyone who came out and gave their time to make a difference!

🎉 CBC at Gibsons Italia Rooftop is officially SOLD OUT!

We’re thrilled to welcome attendees to the Gibsons Italia Rooftop on Wednesday, August 12, for an evening of networking, drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and incredible views along the Chicago River.

Still interested in attending? Join the waitlist by emailing [email protected] or calling (630) 510-4574.

🌟 A special thank-you to our Social Media Sponsors Sharlen Electric Company, Powering Chicago, and Titan Electric for your generous support of this event and the Future Leaders Committee.

We look forward to seeing everyone there!

Make an impact along the Chicago River! 🌊

Volunteer registration is open to both CBC members and non-members for the Future Leaders Committee’s Chicago River Action Day, hosted in partnership with Friends of the Chicago River.

Join us on Saturday, July 25, at River Park West for a morning of litter pickup, community service, and connection with professionals from across Chicago’s construction industry. Space is limited, so advance registration is required.

Final sponsorship opportunities are also available! Supporting this philanthropic event is a meaningful way to demonstrate your company’s commitment to environmental stewardship, community engagement, and the next generation of industry leaders.

Register to volunteer or become a sponsor: https://t.mtrbio.com/chicago-building-congress

Elevate your summer networking at CBC’s annual Gibsons Italia Rooftop Event! 🏙️✨

Join professionals from across Chicago’s construction industry for an evening of rooftop views, hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and meaningful connection along the Chicago River. Hosted by the CBC Future Leaders Committee, this popular annual event sells out every year, and space is limited.

Guests can also participate in a Prize Drawing benefiting the FLC Scholarship Fund, featuring prizes such as a twosome at the 2027 CBC Scholarship Fund Golf Classic, a flat-screen TV, and tickets to the 2027 FLC Winter Get-Together. Prize Drawing tickets are available during registration.

Secure your spot today: https://t.mtrbio.com/chicago-building-congress

🌟 Sponsorship opportunities are also available!

Registration is now open to both CBC members and non-members! 🌊

Join the CBC Future Leaders Committee on Saturday, July 25 for Chicago River Action Day, hosted in partnership with Friends of the Chicago River.

Volunteers will gather at River Park West for a morning of litter pickup, service, and connection while making a visible impact along the Chicago River. Whether you’re looking to give back, meet members of Chicago’s construction community, or support the next generation of industry leaders, this is a meaningful way to get involved.

Sponsorship opportunities are also still available, offering companies the chance to demonstrate their commitment to community engagement, environmental stewardship, and CBC Future Leaders programming.

Thank you to BlackRock Construction LLC, Bridgeline Technologies, Clayco, DSP Insurance Services, Langan Engineering & Environmental Services, and Premium Concrete for supporting this event!

Register to volunteer or become a sponsor: https://t.mtrbio.com/chicago-building-congress

CBC extends our sincere thanks to outgoing Board members Dan Allen, Executive Director at Construction Industry Service Corporation, and Paul Helmer, President and Owner of KREZ Group.

We are grateful for their leadership, time, and dedication to CBC and Chicago’s construction community. Please join us in thanking Dan and Paul for their service and continued commitment to the industry!

Registration is now open for CBC's Gibsons Italia Rooftop Event! 🏙️ ✨

Join the Future Leaders Committee for an evening of rooftop networking along the Chicago River, featuring hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and meaningful connections across Chicago’s construction industry.

This annual event sells out every year and limited spots are available!

This year’s event will also include a Prize Drawing benefiting the FLC Scholarship Fund, with prizes including a 2027 CBC Scholarship Fund Golf Classic twosome, a flat screen TV, and tickets to the 2027 FLC Winter Get-Together. Tickets can be purchased during registration.

📅 Wednesday, August 12, 2026
📍 Gibsons Italia Rooftop, Chicago
⏰ 5:30–8:30 PM
🌟 Sponsorship opportunities are available!

Register today and secure your spot: https://t.mtrbio.com/chicago-building-congress