April 1, 2025 - Program launch

April 20, 2025 - Sponsors notified of their selection

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 5:00pm – 8:00pm First Mixer Event: Smith and Wollensky on the Chicago River 318 N State St, Chicago IL 60654

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 5:00pm – 8:00pm Second Mixer Event (Suburban Event): Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse 5464 N River Rd, Rosemont IL 60018

Friday, July 20, 2025 - Final day for completed nominations to be submitted

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 5:00pm – 8:00pm hird Mixer Event (Partner Event): Raised Urban Rooftop located in the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel 1 W Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601

Sunday, August 4, 2025 - Final day for nominees to submit application forms

August 12-21, 2024 - Program judges review applications and perform interviews with nominees

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 5:00pm – 8:00pm - Fourth Mixer Event: Metropolitan Club, Oak Room, 67th Floor, Willis Tower 233 S Wacker Drive, Chicago IL 60606

September 9, 2025 - Finalists announced for each category

September 13-23 - 2025 CEO judges interview finalists and select winners

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 7:30am – 10:00am - Award Breakfast: Metropolitan Club, Oak Room, 67th Floor, Willis Tower 233 S Wacker Drive, Chicago IL 60606