133rd IMA Annual Luncheon

Friday, December 11, 2026

Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk

301 E North Water St, Chicago, IL 60611

10:00am-2:00pm

IMA’s cornerstone event, the Annual Luncheon, attracts nearly 1,000 business leaders and elected officials. A sellout event each year, it’s important to reserve your seats and sponsorship early. Highlights include: 

• Keynote Speaker - Announcement coming soon!  
• Barry L. MacLean Manufacturer of the Year Award  
• Janice M. Christiansen Leadership Award 
• Legacy award ceremony honoring milestone anniversaries 
• Network with top executives across Illinois manufacturing industry
• Raffle prizes to be announced (must be present to win) 

As part of this event, IMA will also host a series of breakout sessions hosted virtually that week with content presented by our partners. 



Schedule of Events 

10:00am - 11:30am - Registration 

10:30am - 11:45am - Networking Reception and Exhibits 

12:00pm - 2:00pm - Lunch Program 

Cancellations must be received IN WRITING by Friday, November 27.

No Refunds will be made after November 27.

Hotel Room Block

Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk

301 E North Water St, Chicago, IL 60611

Reservation Block Closes: 11.12.2026

Keynote Speaker and Panelists

Coming Soon!

Pre-Luncheon Breakout Sessions



Tuesday, December 8 | 10:00am-11:00am:

Powering Illinois Manufacturing: Ensuring a Reliable Energy Future

Wednesday, December 9 | 10:00am-11:00am:

2027 Economic Outlook: Market Forces Shaping Manufacturing

Thursday, December 10 | 10:00am-11:00am:

AI in Action: Lessons from Fellow Manufacturers

Sponsorship Opportunities

Event Sponsor – $25,000 

Includes premier seating and registration for two tables of 10

Program Sponsor – $20,000 

Includes registration for two tables of 10

Lunch Sponsor – $15,000 

Includes registration for table of 10

Networking Reception Sponsor - $7,500

Includes registration for one table of 10

Gold – $3,000 

Includes registration for one table of 10

Exhibitor - $3,000

Includes 1 exhibitor table and 2 registrations for the luncheon

Table Sponsor – $2,500 

Includes registration for table of 10

Sponsorship commitments must be received by Wednesday, November 18, 2026, to be included in printed materials.

Thank you to our Sponsors