b'PRESIDENTS MESSAGEWelcome to the Chamber Annual LuncheonAs we move into the Fall season, I amand leadership enable us to continue reminded of the power of communi- promoting policies that boost our ty and the strength that comes fromcompetitiveness and ensure Illinois coming together. For more than aremains a place where businesses century, the Illinois Chamber ofand families can thrive. Your support Commerce has served as the inde- helps us to encourage a pro-Growth pendent voice of business, strivingagenda for the state, allowing busi-to promote growth, innovation, andnesses of all sizes to grow and thrive. opportunity across our state. None ofI look forward to seeing many of this is possible without the dedicatedyou at the Luncheon and to working commitment of our members. Thankwith you in the months ahead. To-you for your ongoing support andgether, we can keep shaping Illinoiss LOU SANDOVAL partnership in building a growth-ori- future with vision, determination, PRESIDENT AND CEO ented future for Illinois. and purpose.I am especially excited to share news about our 2025 Annual Lun- With gratitude,cheon, one of the Chambers signa-ture events. This years program will feature an inspiring lineup of speak-Each year, this eventers who embody the entrepreneurialLou Sandovalspirit and leadership that advancePresident & CEOserves as a platformour economy. We are honored toIllinois Chamber of Commercewelcome Don Thompson, former to address the issuesCEO of McDonalds and Founder of shaping IllinoisCleveland Avenue, who will discuss the role of innovation and entrepre-business climate,neurship in creating pathways for economic growth. We will also be celebrate our sharedjoined by additional distinguished successes, and setvoices from business and public lead-ership, ensuring a lively conversation the stage for theabout Illinoiss Energy future.The Annual Luncheon is more work ahead.than just an event; it is a call to ac-tion. Its a moment for business lead-ers, policymakers, and community stakeholders to come together, share ideas, and plan for a more prosperous future.As members of the Illinois Chamber, you are at the core of this mission. Your involvement, advocacy, 2ILLINOIS BUSINESS LEADER'