The Chicago International Gala is a wonderful evening hosted by World Business Chicago and Chicago Sister Cities International. The proceeds from this special event supports the work of World Business Chicago and Chicago Sister Cities International, and funds the Chicago Consular Corps’ scholarships to the University of Illinois at Chicago.
2025 Honorees
Special Tribute
Lori Healey
Global Citizen Award
Martin Nesbitt
Rocky Wirtz Corporate Ambassador Award
Hyatt
Accepted by Mark Hoplamazian, President & CEO
Innovation Award
Second City
Chicago Sister Cities International Volunteer of the Year
Conrad Nowak
Chair, Warsaw Committee
for more information about the gala visit https://worldbusinesschicago.com/gala/
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If possible, kindly consider check or wire transfer payment for gifts of $5,000+.
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World Business Chicago
180 N. LaSalle
Suite 2505
Chicago, IL 60601
Event Contact: Colleen Woodhouse
About the Organizations
World Business Chicago
World Business Chicago is a public-private, non-profit partnership that drives inclusive economic growth and job creation, supports business, and promotes Chicago as a leading global city. For more information, visit worldbusinesschicago.com
Chicago Sister Cities International
Chicago Sister Cities International (CSCI), an initiative of World Business Chicago, advances Chicago as a global city and promotes peace through mutual respect, understanding, and cooperation through citizen diplomacy – one individual, one community at a time – for the benefit of Chicago and its sister cities. To accomplish its mission, CSCI develops programs in the areas of cultural arts and tourism, global education, government relations and international business. Learn more at chicagosistercities.com