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CONFERENCE LOCATION

University of Chicago Booth School fo Business
Gleacher Center
450 North  Cityfront Plaza Drive
Chicago, IL 60611

Click Here for Gleacher Center Map & Directions


CONFERENCE HOTEL

We have arranged for a special rates with a nearby hotels if you book via these links. Please note that hotels do tend to book out quickly, so we encourage you to book early!
 
Hotel: 

Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk

Address: 301 E North Water St, Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 464-1000
A limited room block will be available for event attendees. Guests will be able to book once the event reservation link is live, which we expect to have by the end of this week. September 10 is the last day to make a reservation through the block. Reservations may be cancelled without penalty up to 72 hours prior to arrival. Cancellations made within 72 hours of arrival will be charged by the hotel.
Registration Link:  https://book.passkey.com/e/51328411

Booking Cut Off Date:  September 10, 2026
 
Parking:

Everspring will cover day parking for Thursday attendees on a first come, first served basis at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk, 301 E. North Water Street, Chicago, IL 60611.  If parking is available, attendees can park in the Sheraton garage and receive a parking voucher at the Gleacher Center to use when exiting after the event.  If the Sheraton garage is full, alternative nearby parking options are available at the attendee’s own expense. Complimentary parking applies to Thursday day parking only and does not include overnight parking.

Thursday Networking Reception:
Robert's Pizza & Dough Company
Address: 465 N McClurg Ct, Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 265-1328

PROGRAM AGENDA AND EVENT LOCATIONS
Visit here for the latest agenda and room information. Watch you email for more information.  Only meals listed on the agenda, will be included in attendee's registration.

LUGGAGE STORAGE
Luggage storage will be provided. Neither the Graduate Business Curriculum Roundtable nor the University of Chicago assumes liability for lost, stolen, or damaged luggage.

ATTIRE
Business casual is the recommended attire.

WIFI
Wifi login information will be provided at the event.

 












Registration is now open!
 
Click Here to Register  

There is NO Charge to attend the Thursday Event

Pricing for Friday's workshop for Roundtable Members:
  • $250 for your first attendee
  • $150 for each additional attendee from your institution
Pricing for Friday's workshop for Non -Roundtable Members:
  • $350 for your first attendee
  • $250 for each additional attendee from your institution
To register:
If you are a Roundtable member school, please click on the MEMBER button and login with your membership credentials and register yourself and your associate (s).  All registrants must be in our system for registration. Please contact us to add any associates or for the add on Promo Code.

If you are not a Roundtable member, please click on the PUBLIC button.  Then you can register yourself.  Once we receive your registration we will send you a Promo Code for your additional registrants.   

If you need any assistance with your membership login credentials, to add staff members to your records, or with any other questions, please email info@gbcroundtable.org or call 1-844-784-6227, ext 1.

Cancellations
Requests for refunds must be submitted via email at info@gbcroundtable.org on the following schedule:
  • September 18, 2026 or before: Full refund.
  • After September 18, 2026: Refunds will not be granted after this date.
Please allow 2 to 3 weeks for a refund. Transfer of registration to another colleague at your institution is allowed, please email info@gbcroundtable.org for assistance.

Click here for Graduate Business Curriculum Roundtable member
ship information and application.



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