Momentum: Education & EXPO 2027
Momentum: Education & EXPO is the Greater Illinois Chapter of the Club Management Association of America (CMAA) flagship annual program combining professional education with a chapter trade exposition. The 2027 edition runs February 28 through March 1 under the theme Celebrating a Century. Moving Forward Together.
Sunday, February 28 programs take place at Glen View Club, beginning with arrivals and check-in at 3:00 p.m., a keynote on building a thriving culture of innovation with Leo Chan at 3:30 p.m., a reception at 5:00 p.m., and conclusion at 7:00 p.m.
Monday, March 1 is hosted at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (DES Convention Center), Hall G. Attendees check in from 9:30 a.m., followed by concurrent breakout sessions from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. on topics including AI in private clubs, leadership in member service culture, and member surveys. The keynote The Exponential Power of Recognition with Sarah McVanel runs 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and the chapter exposition in Hall G runs 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The keynote and chapter expo are complimentary for Greater Illinois Chapter members and their department managers. Exhibitor resources and attendee FAQs for the 2027 event are published on the chapter official expo page.
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Venue Map and Hotels Around
Rosemont - Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (Hall G), Illinois, United States