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• How Data Driven Insights Transform Hiring

  • When
    15 Jan 2026
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    8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
  • Location
    Gibson's Oak Brook

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  In this session, we will delve deeper into the topic of using data on an individual’s traits and competencies to build success. By exploring the insights provided by assessments, we can gain a clearer understanding of a person’s potential for success in their role.  We will address several important questions:

  •Can we accurately measure competencies?

  •Why do some traits matter more than others... or do they?

  •How can you know which are strengths and which are limitations?

  Join us in this enlightening session as we navigate the complexities of using data on traits to clear the path towards building success. This session is for business owners, executives, department leaders, HR professionals, and anyone committed to making informed, data-driven decisions. This discussion will help you transform assessment insights into actionable strategies for hiring new talent and for talent development and role alignment with existing staff.

  Presenter:

  Mark Walker, Practice Leader, Assessment Solutions, Dame Leadership

  Mark Walker works at Dame Leadership as an Assessment Solutions Practice Leader to assist in the marketing and delivery of services related to employee assessment services. Walker is an accomplished psychometrics best practices expert, with over 30 years spanning the full range of behavioral, cultural and values-based tools. Having been a speaker at many conferences, client events, and webinar series, he is entrusted to serve as a resource in employee risk management, company culture maintenance, and employee lifecycle assessments.

  
  

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• New Year Social and Trivia Event

  • When
    22 Jan 2026
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    5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Empire Burger Bar, 94 Yorktown Mall Dr, Lombard

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  Back by popular demand! Join CFMA Chicago to celebrate the season and kick off the new year at Empire Burger Bar in Lombard. We’ll gather on the glass-enclosed rooftop for a private evening of networking, cocktails, elevated bites, and a some lively competition.
  

  Co-hosted by the Programming and Next Gen Committees, the event will open with informal networking and plenty of opportunities to reconnect and meet new members. As the night unfolds, get ready for a team trivia challenge. Randomly mixed teams will ensure that networking and socializing continue. Prefer to sit out the game? You are welcome to enjoy the atmosphere, continue conversations, and cheer on the teams.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Volunteer Event: Greater Chicago Food Depository

  • When
    28 Jan 2026
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    9:00 AM - 11:45 AM
  • Location
    Greater Chicago Food Depository, 4100 W. Ann Lurie Place, Chicago
  • Spaces left
    25

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  CFMA Chicago's Community Outreach Committee invites you to support the Greater Chicago Food Depository and their mission to bring food, dignity and hope to the community. 

  How can you help?
  Join us on Wednesday, January 28, from 9 - 11:45 am, to help repack bulk products into family-sized portions, sort and categorize donated food items, and collect fresh produce items and bread. We will enjoy lunch together immediately following.

  Have Questions? Contact Megan Ruzich or Daniel Cohen. Space is limited so sign up today!

  From Hungry to Hopeful
  The Greater Chicago Food Depository (GCFD) is Cook County’s local food bank.GCFD provides food for hungry people while striving to end hunger in the community. Working with a network of more than 700 partner agencies and programs including food pantries, soup kitchens and shelters, GCFD provides food and hope for neighbors in need every day. Food distribution is central to its mission.They also develop programs that address the root causes of hunger for people of all ages and backgrounds. 

  Click to learn more about the Greater Chicago Food Depository.

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