Global Chamber® Chicago Metro Midwest Meetup

Global Chamber® Chicago Metro Midwest Meetup

Chicago as a Global Trade Gateway: Logistics, Talent, and Corporate Power in 2026

• Wednesday, February 25th at 11am CT / 9am PT / 12pm ET / 5pm London / 10:30pm Mumbai 

Join us for the Global Chamber® Chicago Metro Meetup with updates from across the region with the purpose of connecting our members in Chicagoland and beyond.

This event is a good opportunity to connect, share ideas and explore global growth opportunities.

Gain valuable insights and make connections to help your business thrive locally and internationally!

Purpose

To showcase Chicago’s strategic position in global trade and how its logistics network, talent pipeline, and corporate presence enable businesses to compete internationally in 2026 and beyond.

Why Chicago (Core Themes)

1. Logistics & Trade Infrastructure
Chicago is North America’s largest inland port, with O’Hare as a major global cargo hub and extensive rail and intermodal connectivity.

Focus: leveraging logistics efficiency, resilient supply chains, and legal considerations in global commerce.

2. Universities & Talent Pipeline
Leading institutions such as the University of Chicago, Northwestern, DePaul, and Illinois Institute of Technology produce talent in law, business, engineering, and supply chain.

Focus: workforce readiness, innovation, and industry–academic collaboration.

3. Fortune 500 & Global Business Presence
Chicago anchors major multinational companies across manufacturing, transportation, finance, food, and technology.

Focus: global risk management and enterprise trade strategies that SMEs can adopt.

Speakers...

Jack Velut - Senior Sales Director at Monex

A seasoned FX and cross-border payments professional with over three decades of industry experience. He specializes in helping businesses manage international payment flows and mitigate currency risk.

Jack has advised Fortune 1000 companies and clients across industries on FX strategy, risk management, and global payment efficiency. He is known for delivering exceptional customer care, responsiveness, and a high level of attention to detail.

• Theresa Mueller - CEO at Trelleum Real Estate
• Colin Christie - Global Chamber Manila
• Wolfgang Lehmacher (invited)
• Lisa Waller (invited)

Global Chamber Chicago

Read more about our board and chapter HERE.

About Global Chamber

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