Upcoming Events
Dialogues with thought-provoking chief executives of international businesses, these presentations transcend particular industry, capitalization and geography.
Events & Speaker Series
Happy Hour – March 27
What: Happy Hour When: Thursday, 27th March, 5-7pm Where: Elephant & Castle - 111 W Adams St.
British Tech Pub Night – Mar. 4, 2025
Get out of the cold and join the British Consulate and Scottish Development International for a cosy evening at Elephant & Castle! Enjoy whisky, British small bites, and informal conversation around the future of AI and Scotland’s strengths in AI, data, quantum...
Hawksmoor Happy Hour – Feb. 27, 2025
Join us for an upcoming BABC happy hour at Hawksmoor Chicago on Thursday, February 27th, from 5-7:30 pm! The first 30 guests will enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne as we come together for an evening of networking, great conversation, and the welcoming...
Networking Event at Faegre Drinker – Feb. 18, 2025
Markets, Money & Migration: Decoding Trade, Taxes & Consumer Trends Under the New Administration Join industry leaders and experts for our upcoming panel discussion, where we explore the intersection of trade, immigration, consumer sentiment, and tax &...
Speaker Series: 2025 Global Economic Outlook – Carl Tannenbaum
About our Keynote Speaker Carl TannenbaumChief Economist, Northern TrustFrequently interviewed by media outlets include: The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, the New York Times, and Reuters, Carl briefs clients across the globe on the economy and business conditions....
Jingle Jingle, Come Mix & Mingle – Dec 06, 2024
Annual Holidy Luncheon Hosted by Brian Noonan - Comedian, Radio Host, Actor, Podcaster Event Details Date: Friday, December 6, 2024 Time: 11:00am-2:00 PM Venue: The Drake Hotel Celebration Includes Raffle of curated treasures 3-course British Lunch Champagne Toast...
Guy Fawkes Celebration – Nov 07, 2024
Join the BABC and representatives from local businesses, alongside members of the British and International community of Chicago, to celebrate the feast of Guy Fawkes. Food and beverages will be provided, along with Fire Lion who will be lighting up the evening with...
The Future of Sports in Chicago Thursday, June 6th
Join us for an exhilarating evening delving into the future landscape of sports in Chicago! This exclusive event brings together esteemed panelists from Chicago's renowned sports franchises, promising an insightful discussion and a glimpse into what lies ahead for the...
Chicago Fire FC Vs. LA Galaxy – June 01, 2024
Witness the clash of two legendary soccer clubs as Chicago Fire FC takes on the illustrious LA Galaxy! Get ready to experience the thrill of the game as these powerhouse teams battle it out on the field from some of the best seats in the house! These exclusive 200...
May 8th Happy Hour
Introducing our Junior Board On Wednesday, May 8th, we will be hosting an exclusive Happy Hour event at British pub Elephant & Castle (111 W Adams St.), designed to introduce our vibrant Junior Board Members to the business community of Chicago. This event serves...
Speaker Series 2024: Global Economic Outlook – Carl Tannenbaum
You're invited to join fellow business leaders to hear the leading economist from Northern Trust, Carl Tannenbaum, share his perspective on the future economic global outlook. Come be a part of our first Speaker Series of 2024, featuring drinks and appetizers, and...
Feb 15th Happy Hour
Our first Happy Hour of 2024 is happening on Thursday, February 15th! Come join us for drinks from 5:30 pm onwards at Elephant & Castle! A great way to connect with others, and expand your relationships in the Chicagoland area. Note: every individual will be...
December 8th Annual Holiday Luncheon 2023
We are very excited for our signature event to get underway. Last year was extremely successful; we hosted 120+ guests from the Chicagoland area that featured C-suite leaders, representatives from local governments, entrepreneurs, and members of the BABC community, as...
Nov 9th Guy Fawkes Happy Hour
Join us over Happy Hour this upcoming Thursday, in celebration of Guy Fawkes Bonfire night! Meet new and familiar faces in the Chicagoland area in a relaxed, fun setting. Event DetailsThursday, Nov. 9 2023, 5:00-8:00 PMElephant & Castle Pub and Restaurant111 West...
SAVE THE DATE: Annual British Holiday Launcheon
Our signature fundraising event of the year.Schedule: Friday, December 8th, 11:30am - 01:30pm Registration will soon be open! Details, agenda, and more to come - from an authentic three-course British lunch, to notable speakers and luxury raffle prizes, this luncheon...
Speaker Series Hybrid – Come join the Noughty party! Featuring Amanda Thomson, CEO and Founder of Thomson & Scott
Join us for tastings and conversations as we listen to the CEO and Founder of one of the fastest-rising alcohol-free wine companies in the industry, video call in and answer questions. Noughty wine challenges the assumption that premium wine requires alcohol to taste...
May 4th Happy Hour Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III
Join us at 5pm on Thursday, May 4th, for drinks and networking opportunities with other professionals, at The Drake Hotel. A great way to connect with others and expand both your social and business relationships in the Chicagoland area! Location:The Drake Hotel140 E...
Speaker Series: 2023 Why all the fury around ESG, and what is the future of Sustainable Investing – Colin Melvin
What a fun and engaging Speaker Series last Thursday - a big thank you to Colin Melvin for coming and enabling a conversation around ESG and sustainable investing! For anyone who couldn’t attend - check out the sum-up below: Colin spoke about the controversy of ‘ESG’...
April 6th Happy Hour
Join us anytime from 5-8 pm, on Thursday, April 6th, for networking opportunities with other professionals, Brits, and US individuals at the Elephant & Castle Pub and Restaurant. A great way to connect with others and expand both your social and business...
February 23rd Happy Hour
Thursday, February 23rd, 2023 Join anytime between 5-8pm Elephant & Castle Pub and Restaurant 111 West Adams Street Chicago, IL 60603
Speaker Series: 2023 Chicago’s Path to Global Tech and Innovation Leadership – Brad Henderson
Chicago's Path to Global Tech and Innovation LeadershipBrad Henderson, Chief Executive Officer a P33 Chicago has always had the assets to be a true global innovation and technology leader, but has never fully lived into its potential. To change that, leaders across...
Events and Webinars
Happy Hour – March 27
What: Happy Hour When: Thursday, 27th March, 5-7pm Where: Elephant & Castle - 111 W Adams St.
British Tech Pub Night – Mar. 4, 2025
Get out of the cold and join the British Consulate and Scottish Development International for a cosy evening at Elephant & Castle! Enjoy whisky, British small bites, and informal conversation around the future of AI and Scotland’s strengths in AI, data, quantum...
Hawksmoor Happy Hour – Feb. 27, 2025
Join us for an upcoming BABC happy hour at Hawksmoor Chicago on Thursday, February 27th, from 5-7:30 pm! The first 30 guests will enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne as we come together for an evening of networking, great conversation, and the welcoming...
Networking Event at Faegre Drinker – Feb. 18, 2025
Markets, Money & Migration: Decoding Trade, Taxes & Consumer Trends Under the New Administration Join industry leaders and experts for our upcoming panel discussion, where we explore the intersection of trade, immigration, consumer sentiment, and tax &...
Jingle Jingle, Come Mix & Mingle – Dec 06, 2024
Annual Holidy Luncheon Hosted by Brian Noonan - Comedian, Radio Host, Actor, Podcaster Event Details Date: Friday, December 6, 2024 Time: 11:00am-2:00 PM Venue: The Drake Hotel Celebration Includes Raffle of curated treasures 3-course British Lunch Champagne Toast...
Guy Fawkes Celebration – Nov 07, 2024
Join the BABC and representatives from local businesses, alongside members of the British and International community of Chicago, to celebrate the feast of Guy Fawkes. Food and beverages will be provided, along with Fire Lion who will be lighting up the evening with...
The Future of Sports in Chicago Thursday, June 6th
Join us for an exhilarating evening delving into the future landscape of sports in Chicago! This exclusive event brings together esteemed panelists from Chicago's renowned sports franchises, promising an insightful discussion and a glimpse into what lies ahead for the...
Chicago Fire FC Vs. LA Galaxy – June 01, 2024
Witness the clash of two legendary soccer clubs as Chicago Fire FC takes on the illustrious LA Galaxy! Get ready to experience the thrill of the game as these powerhouse teams battle it out on the field from some of the best seats in the house! These exclusive 200...
May 8th Happy Hour
Introducing our Junior Board On Wednesday, May 8th, we will be hosting an exclusive Happy Hour event at British pub Elephant & Castle (111 W Adams St.), designed to introduce our vibrant Junior Board Members to the business community of Chicago. This event serves...
Feb 15th Happy Hour
Our first Happy Hour of 2024 is happening on Thursday, February 15th! Come join us for drinks from 5:30 pm onwards at Elephant & Castle! A great way to connect with others, and expand your relationships in the Chicagoland area. Note: every individual will be...
December 8th Annual Holiday Luncheon 2023
We are very excited for our signature event to get underway. Last year was extremely successful; we hosted 120+ guests from the Chicagoland area that featured C-suite leaders, representatives from local governments, entrepreneurs, and members of the BABC community, as...
Nov 9th Guy Fawkes Happy Hour
Join us over Happy Hour this upcoming Thursday, in celebration of Guy Fawkes Bonfire night! Meet new and familiar faces in the Chicagoland area in a relaxed, fun setting. Event DetailsThursday, Nov. 9 2023, 5:00-8:00 PMElephant & Castle Pub and Restaurant111 West...