All Topics in Chicago
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What’s happening in the Economy?
Charlie Munro, Registered Investment Advisor,Adjunct Professor of economics, Wunderlich Wealth Management, Lake Forest Graduate School of Management
TOPIC CATEGORY: Financial
Request This Free SpeechA discussion of current events and trends in the US and global economy that can affect your life.
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What’s an Assault Weapon, and why are they so deadly?
Ed Spire, Co-lead, Restore our Democracy Project, NWSOFA-Indivisible
TOPIC CATEGORY: Educational
Request This Free SpeechThere's been a lot of discussion lately about tighter regulations on assault weapons like the AR-15. If we are going to regulate these weapons, we will need a legal definition describing them. And instead of a definition that depends upon specific configurations or cosmetic appearance, we propose a definition based on the factors that make this class of weapons so deadly. MORE >
This presentation focuses on the development of this class of weapons, the factors that make them so deadly, and how we can use those factors to legally define an "assault weapon" for future regulation thereof. -
What You Eat and How It Affects the Climate Crisis
Cynthia Linton, Chair, Climate Reality Project: Chicago Metro Chapter
TOPIC CATEGORY: Climate
Request This Free SpeechDiet and food waste are two major drivers of greenhouse gases that cause the planet to warm. Learn the facts about food impacts and have a lively discussion about how you would be willing to change your diet to fight climate changes.
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What is the difference between a CFO and a Bookkeeper?
Barrett Willich, CFO, Bear & Kenmore LLC
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechAre you not getting the financial insights you feel you need to run your business efficiently? It could be because you are working with a bookkeeper, controller, or accountant, and not a CFO. A CFO looks at the business implications of financial decisions and makes recommendations on how to become more profitable. Bookkeepers, controllers, and accountants help keep the accounting correct, but rarely dig deeper into business implications. In this presentation, we will walk you through the key differences so you can determine who you need on your team. MORE >
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What Happens After the Paychecks Stop? A Retirement Income Primer Seminar
Roger Smith, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
TOPIC CATEGORY: Financial
Request This Free SpeechExamine how to budget for retirement expenses, potential sources of retirement income and potential risks such as LTC and health care costs.
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Vision – See Yourself There “Before” You Get There!
Cherise N Ragland, Producer, Actress, Public Speaker, Author
TOPIC CATEGORY: Motivational
Request This Free SpeechCherise Nicole speaks from a chapter in her book, "You Can Soar" on Vision! Vision is the faculty or state of being able to see. Cherise encourages participants to get a vision for their future. Without vision you can't see where you're going. When you receive a vision and idea, or a dream, it's BIGGER than you! It's for the betterment of others you're being entrusted to care for it and nurture it just like a baby. Her motto is, if you can "see" it, you truly can achieve it! MORE >
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Utilizing Marketing Automation for Prospect Qualification
Franklin D. Rivera II, Founder/CEO, The V2M2 Group, Inc.
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechMany companies fail to utilize marketing automation. Most do not know what Marketing Automation is! Marketing automation refers to the software that exists with the goal of automating marketing actions. Many marketing departments have to automate repetitive tasks such as emails, social media, and other website actions. MORE >
The technology of marketing automation makes these tasks easier (Hubspot). Even more importantly, marketing automation is like hiring a sales force to pre-qualify prospects without having to hire a sales force. Franklin will cover why marketing automation is so critical for the growth of your company and share the best software and practices for utilizing this amazing tool. -
US – China Trade War
Bill Liu, President, NaviAsia Advisors
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechUS President Donald Trump has complained about China's trading practices since before he took office in 2016. The US launched an investigation into Chinese trade policies in 2017. It imposed tariffs on billions of dollars worth of Chinese products last year, and Beijing retaliated in kind. MORE >
The trade war between the two largest economies shows no sign of easing. What's next? Who will blink first? This presentation will guide you through the trade war and lead you to rethink the future of US-China relationship. -
Updates, Results and Protocol
Chris Heuman, Practice Leader, RISC Management and Consulting, LLC
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechThe schedule, process, protocol and results thus far of the HIPAA Audit Protocol will be discussed. The talk will include historical information and the top three preparatory steps an organization can take in case of an audit.
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Unlocking Your Superpower: The Secrets of a 7-Figure Entrepreneur
Amanda Wittenborn, Owner, Amanda Creation Inc.
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechStep into a transformative workshop led by 7-figure entrepreneur Amanda Wittenborn, designed to help you uncover the hidden strengths that make you and your business truly exceptional. Through a series of interactive exercises, you’ll gain deep insights into why your customers choose you over the competition and discover the unique superpowers you bring to the table. MORE >
This immersive experience isn’t just about learning—it’s about shifting your mindset and recognizing the thousands of little things you do every day that add up to greatness. By the end of the day, you’ll leave feeling uplifted, successful, and ready to take your business to new heights, armed with the confidence and clarity that comes from understanding just how amazing you truly are.