Honors Gala is the premier fundraising event for the Association Forum Foundation. The money we raise through the event fuels educational scholarships to support association leaders of tomorrow. We also acknowledge and celebrate this year's recipients of our Honors Awards. These honorees are leaders of today who are transforming our industry and paving the way for a more innovative future. 2025 honorees will be announced in mid-March. You can view past honorees here.
Finally, we come together to celebrate this community. Association Forum members work tirelessly to make the world a better place across thousands of industries. We feel they deserve a night of fun to kick back and celebrate a job well done!
| VENUE Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S. DuSable Lakeshore Drive Chicago, IL 60637 |
Image from Gray Lensman QX on Flickr |
SCHEDULE
| Time | Activity |
| 5:30–7 p.m. | Reception |
| 7–8:30 p.m. | Dinner & Awards Program |
| 8:30–10 p.m. | Dessert, Entertainment, & Exploration |
PARKING INFORMATION
Complimentary parking is available in the convenient underground garage. The entrance is located at the northwest corner of the building, at E. 57th Street and S. Cornell Avenue. The garage height is 6'6" in all places except for the blue (D) section where it is initially 8'2" and reduces to 7'2" (check signs). Taxi and rideshare service will drop guests at the front of the building.
Please note: The Griffin MSI underground garage is the only complimentary Museum-owned parking for guests. The metered self-parking east and south of the Museum building on Columbia Drive are managed by Standard Parking (312-742-7667), which sets their own rates.
ATTIRE
Wear what makes you SHINE! This event will celebrate the accomplishments and achievements of the most notable leaders in our industry. Formal attire is encouraged, but the event is not black tie. Most importantly, wear something that makes you feel good!
2025 HONORS GALA ADVISORY GROUP
This event wouldn't be possible without the help of our volunteer advisory group! Thank you to the following individuals for championing our message and advancing the mission of the Association Forum Foundation.
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Tyler Eble, Board Liaison |
Cathy Keller |
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Katie Callahan-Giobbi, Chair |
Gary LaBranche, FASAE, CAE |
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Emily Bennett |
Kerri Leo |
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TJ Baskerville |
George Miller |
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Nathan Chamberlain, CAE |
Joyce Paschall |
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Sofi Garcia |
Lise Puckorius |
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About the Association Forum Foundation The Association Forum's Foundation is a separate 501(c)(3) organization from the Association Forum. It was founded in 1987 with the purpose of enhancing Association Forum's programs and services through research and scholarship initiatives.
Please consider making a one-time donation or a recurring pledge to the Association Forum Foundation to fuel scholarships for the leaders of tomorrow. |