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Defense Lawyers Association

Representing the state's private and public defenders

Upcoming events

    • 19 Aug 2026
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • Brickhouse Tavern in Wrigleyville
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    SOLD OUT! Please register to join the waitlist. If tickets become available, individuals on the waitlist will be contacted in the order they registered.

    Members and guests of CFMA will gather for an afternoon of networking and baseball at the Budweiser Brickhouse Tavern, located just steps from Wrigley Field at Gallagher Way. We'll gather on the second floor and adjacent outdoor terrace to enjoy the Crosstown Classic. 

    Whether you're a Cubs or Sox fan, this event is a fun way to experience one of Chicago's greatest rivalries. Take in the electric atmosphere of Wrigleyville and cheer for your team, all while enjoying food, drinks, and great conversation with fellow CFMA members.

    Pick a side. Place your bragging rights on the line. At this event, everyone wins, because no matter which team you cheer for, we're all walking away with great connections and an unforgettable afternoon of baseball.




    • 2 Sep 2026
    • 12:30 PM
    • Village Links in Glen Ellyn
    Register

    The 2026 Annual Golf Outing is Sold Out! 

    Golf for this year's outing has reached capacity. Click the registration button to join the waitlist. If a spot opens up, we will contact individuals in the order received. 

    You can still get in on the fun on the course:

    Sponsor: Promote your company with a hole sponsorship, game or activity on the course. Spend the day on the course interacting with the golfers. Click to see all sponsor opportunities.

    Meet Us at the 19th Hole: Enjoy food, drinks, and networking as the golfers close out the day at the 19th hole reception. $75 per person

    Volunteer: Volunteers are needed to staff certain holes. All volunteers receive lunch, dinner and beverages. It is a great way to interact with the golfers throughout the day. Interested in learning more?
    Email dhypke@managementservices.org


    • 2 Sep 2026
    • 12:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    • Village Links of Glen Ellyn
    Register


    CFMA Chicago's Annual Golf Outing will be on Wednesday, September 2, at Village Links of Glen Ellyn. Showcase your company on the course to 216 golfers throughout the day with one of the highly visible sponsorship options. A larger course means more opportunities. All proceeds help fund the Annual Intern and Education Programs. Current sponsors are listed below.

    2026 Sponsors

    Golf Carts: Wipfli LLP

    Hole in One Contests: Zurich

    19th Hole Reception: 41 North Contractors
    Halfway House: Enterprise Fleet Management
    Beverage Carts:

    Bigane Paving
    Skender Construction
    Watt, Tieder, Hoffar & Fitzgerald


    Lunch: Corpay
    Closest to the Pin Contests: Trisura
    Longest Putt Contests: Liberty Mutual
    Men's Long Drive: Aston Carter
    Putting Contest:
    Executive Construction


    Questions about sponsorship opportunities?
    Email: dhypke@managementservices.org




    • 17 Sep 2026
    • 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Gibson's Oak Brook
    Register


    3rd ANNUAL MINI CONFERENCE
    September 17, 2026

    Join us for a day of education and networking featuring keynotes and breakout sessions on the topics shaping our industry today. Learn from industry leaders, refine your skills, and connect with peers across the profession.

    This year we are offering two breakout tracks, Fundamental Accounting and Advanced Accounting. The tracks are designed for professionals at every stage, from building core skills to tackling advanced topics. The Advanced track is also great preparation for those pursuing their Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP) designation. Mix and match sessions from either track to build a schedule that fits your goals.

    PROGRAM LINE-UP
    Click each title to view a program description

    Lunch Keynote: The Power of Talk in an AI World
    Guest Speaker: Anthony Huey

    General Session / WorkshopThe Secrets of Storytelling
    Guest Speaker: Anthony Huey

    Breakout Sessions 

    Fundamental Accounting Track
    Advanced Accounting Track (content supports those preparing for the CCIFP exam)

    Need Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits? Earn up to 7 credits in one day! Don't miss this unique opportunity to advance your career and expand your network. The day begins at 7:30am and concludes by 3:30 pm. Breakfast and lunch are included in your registration.





Past events

18 Jun 2026 New Member Meet-Up
18 Jun 2026 From Insight to Impact: Understanding Leadership and Team Dynamics through PI.
11 Jun 2026 CFMA: Annual Meeting of the Membership
30 May 2026 CFMA Annual Conference & Exhibition
14 May 2026 Roundtable Exchange: Rotate. Engage. Learn.
7 May 2026 Stronger than the Silence: The Road to Recovery Begins with a Voice
25 Apr 2026 National Rebuilding Together Day
23 Apr 2026 Industry M&A: What Drives Value in Today’s Market?
12 Mar 2026 From Data to Decisions: AI’s Role in Construction Strategy
19 Feb 2026 How to Timely Assemble Financials
12 Feb 2026 Advanced Construction Risk Management
28 Jan 2026 Volunteer Event: Greater Chicago Food Depository
22 Jan 2026 New Year Social and Trivia Event
15 Jan 2026 How Data Driven Insights Transform Hiring
16 Dec 2025 Economic Update with Dr. Anirban Basu
19 Nov 2025 Practical Succession Planning for Construction Finance Leaders
13 Nov 2025 "Build Chicago" Awards Celebration Event
6 Nov 2025 Responding to an ICE Investigation or I-9 Audit
23 Oct 2025 Nail-It Before Year-End: Essential Tax and Incentive To-Dos for Contractors
18 Sep 2025 Chicago Mini-Conference
4 Sep 2025 New Member Meet-Up
28 Aug 2025 Annual Golf Outing
21 Aug 2025 Safety Forum: Understanding CCIPs & OCIPs
31 Jul 2025 Summer Social: Big City Pickle
12 Jun 2025 Insurance Renewal Best Practices
11 Jun 2025 CFMA Annual Membership Meeting (Virtual)
1 May 2025 The Secret Science and Critical Art of Negotiation
26 Apr 2025 National Rebuilding Together Day
17 Apr 2025 Swing into Spring Social Event
10 Apr 2025 The Human and Financial Costs of Substance Misuse in Your Workplace
13 Mar 2025 Cyber Security Lessons from the Front Lines
19 Feb 2025 Contracts 101: Construction Contract Fundamentals
23 Jan 2025 New Member Meet-Up
23 Jan 2025 The Contract Lifecycle: Insights from Both Sides of the Table
16 Jan 2025 New Year Social and Trivia Event
12 Dec 2024 Volunteer Event: Greater Chicago Food Depository
5 Dec 2024 Accounting and Tax Update for Construction
14 Nov 2024 "Build Chicago" Awards Celebration Event
7 Nov 2024 Effective Corporate Governance for Construction Companies
17 Oct 2024 Economic Update with Anirban Basu
19 Sep 2024 Chicago Mini-Conference
29 Aug 2024 Annual Golf Outing (Golf Registration)
30 Jul 2024 40th Anniversary Boat Cruise
6 Jun 2024 Building for the Future: How To Work Effectively In A Multigenerational Workforce.
18 May 2024 CFMA Annual Conference
8 May 2024 Getting Into the Weeds on WIP
7 May 2024 Flight Club Networking Event
27 Apr 2024 National Rebuilding Together Day
25 Apr 2024 Making Your Conversations Memorable
2 Apr 2024 Partner Event - CBC Future Leaders: Professional Development
21 Mar 2024 Ownership Transition: Building a Foundation for Construction Companies
22 Feb 2024 Financial Management + Project Cash Flow for Non-Financial Managers
15 Feb 2024 Technology Trends in Construction
25 Jan 2024 40th Anniversary Casino Night
23 Jan 2024 New Member Breakfast
11 Jan 2024 Fraud and Embezzlement: Lessons from the Trenches
12 Dec 2023 Volunteer Event: Greater Chicago Food Depository
6 Dec 2023 Construction Industry Tax Update
16 Nov 2023 "Build Chicago" Awards Celebration Event
11 Oct 2023 Economic Update with Anirban Basu
26 Sep 2023 Advanced Enterprise Budgeting and Forecasting
17 Sep 2023 Great Lakes Regional Conference
14 Sep 2023 Leadership and The New One Minute Manager - A Roundtable Book Discussion
31 Aug 2023 Annual Golf Outing
3 Aug 2023 Kayak Adventure + Happy Hour
21 Jun 2023 Summer Social
4 May 2023 Cybersecurity - Are You Covered?
29 Apr 2023 National Rebuilding Day Volunteer Event
13 Apr 2023 Strategies to Attract and Retain Talent in 2023
23 Mar 2023 Hot Legal Topics in Construction
9 Mar 2023 Next Gen Social at Puttshack
7 Mar 2023 Behavioral Health: The Intersection between Human Capital and Financial Risk Management
16 Feb 2023 360 Degree Prequalification
26 Jan 2023 Recession Proofing Your Business and Playing the Long Game for the Future
5 Jan 2023 New Year Holiday Social: Illumination Tree Lights
7 Dec 2022 Cancelled: Construction Industry Tax Update
1 Dec 2022 New Member Breakfast
17 Nov 2022 "Build Chicago" Awards Celebration
8 Nov 2022 Volunteer Event: Greater Chicago Food Depository
27 Oct 2022 Economic Update: Recession Looming?
27 Oct 2022 Professional Head Shots at the Economic Update
23 Sep 2022 CCIFP Exam at Midwest Regional Conference
23 Sep 2022 Advanced Construction Contracts
22 Sep 2022 Midwest Regional Conference
1 Sep 2022 Annual Golf Outing
17 Aug 2022 Cybersecurity, Fraud, and Liability Trends
15 Aug 2022 CCIFP Information Webinar
3 Aug 2022 CCIFP Information Webinar
23 Jun 2022 Summer Social - Private Architectural River Cruise
25 May 2022 Building a Better Workplace
30 Apr 2022 National Rebuilding Day Volunteer Event
7 Apr 2022 Advanced Construction Contracts
23 Mar 2022 How to Make Remote Work
8 Mar 2022 New Member Breakfast
3 Mar 2022 Young Professionals Brewery Tour
2 Mar 2022 Embedding Transition Planning into Strategic Planning
16 Feb 2022 Integrating a Suicide Prevention Program in your Workplace
19 Jan 2022 Roundtable Discussions + Networking Reception
17 Nov 2021 Annual Economic Update: Looking Ahead to 2022
11 Nov 2021 "Build Chicago" Awards Celebration
20 Oct 2021 Tax Law Update
28 Sep 2021 Constructing a Culture of Suicide Prevention
22 Sep 2021 Buckeye Conference
2 Sep 2021 Annual Golf Outing
26 May 2021 Social at Topgolf
7 May 2021 Building a Better Workplace: Diversity & Inclusion
2 Dec 2020 Impact of Covid-19 on the Construction Industry

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