Executive Club of Champaign County upcoming events

November 2026 Luncheon: The Unshakeable Female Leader: Grit, Grace, & Grounding (19 Nov 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Thursday, November 19, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Location: Lodgic Coworking, 1807 S. Neil Street, Champaign

Sponsored By: Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services

The Unshakeable Female Leader: Grit, Grace, & Grounding

High-performing women know how to deliver. We figure things out, take responsibility, and keep going. Sometimes we become so good at it that we never take the time to think about what it is we are asking of ourselves. The Unshakeable Female Leader takes a closer look at the behaviors we have learned to call strengths and what happens when they become automatic. Women leave with tools to investigate those patterns, stay grounded under pressure, trust their judgment, and make more deliberate choices about where they put their energy and attention.

Loren J. Sanders is a leadership strategist, executive coach, author, and MBA instructor with more than 20 years of experience developing leaders and improving organizational performance. She currently serves as Fractional Vice President of Strategy & Consulting at WeLearn and is the founder of Roxlo Coaching & Consulting. Her work focuses on the behaviors and conditions that shape how people lead and perform under pressure. Her experience includes enterprise leadership at a Fortune 5 company. An ICF Certified PCC Coach, Loren is the author of Empathy Is Not a Weakness and Other Stories from the Edge and the forthcoming Who Let Me In Here? Dismantling Self-Doubt Without Losing Your Voice.

Luncheon Agenda:

11:30 am: Doors open and check-in

11:45 am: Lunch is served (catering by Blue Dragonfly)

Noon: Program starts

Luncheon Menu: TBA

***Please note dietary restrictions on your registration and we will try to accommodate by informing our chef.***

Registration Information:

The location is at the Lodgic Coworking, 1807 S Neil St, Champaign, IL 61820

Registration includes lunch and is $25.00 for in-person members and $30.00 for in-person non-members.

The registration deadline for the luncheon is Monday, November 16, 2026, at Midnight.

No refunds or credits will be given. Registration can be transferred to another person. We often have a waiting list; please email us if you are unable to make it, and we will fill your seat: ExecutiveClubofChampaignCounty@gmail.com.

Non-Members: We love having non-members join our lunch! You are welcome to register on your own, with a current member, or email our Outreach Chair, Caitlyn Floyd to be a guest of the board!

Choose Your Own Chicago Adventure: 2026 Bus Trip (09 Dec 2026)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 06:00:00 GMT

❄️Choose Your Own Chicago Adventure: 2026 Bus Trip❄️
Presented by the Executive Club of Champaign County
Wednesday, December 9, 2026

The Windy City offers so many wonderful things to do, and the 2026 bus trip gives you the opportunity to Choose Your Own Chicago Adventure, on your own or with others!

Get ready for a day of royal fun, holiday sparkle, and unforgettable memories! The Executive Club of Champaign County is heading back to the Windy City, and you’re invited to join us to Choose Your Own Chicago Adventure. ❄️

Whether you're ready to shop ‘til you drop, take in the holiday lights, catch a show, visit a museum, be pampered at a spa, or simply enjoy good food and great company, this trip is your perfect seasonal escape.

Here’s what’s in store:

Showtime!
Optional tickets are available for the almost-sold-out Unauthorized Hallmark(ish) Parody Musical at Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place. Running time: 107 minutes, including intermission.

️Holiday Shopping
Explore Chicago’s festive storefronts, iconic markets, and dazzling décor. Whether you're grabbing gifts or treating yourself, it’s the perfect time to shop.

Relax & Recharge

Not into shopping? Spend the day your way—book a spa session, wander the streets with a warm drink in hand, or visit a museum or cafe at your own pace.

Meals
Start your day with a light breakfast on the bus, including coffee, snacks, and mimosas. On the return ride, enjoy a variety of treats and drinks.
️Lunch and Dinner plans- We will coordinate optional group meals at local restaurants. If you'd like to host a meal, let us know! (Lunch and dinner costs are not included in the registration fee.)

Other Activities

We will connect you with others interested in other activities, too. Let us know your interests in this survey. Various tours, visiting the Chriskindlmarket, and museums have already appeared in the results!

Ride in Style
Travel comfortably to and from the city on a chartered bus. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the company of fellow members and guests. Meet the bus at 7:30am in Champaign and arrive back at approximately 10pm.

Registration Options:

With show ticket, good seats (limit 8): $150 for members / $175 for guests
With show ticket, better seats (limit 12): $175 for members/$200 for guests
️Without Show Ticket: $100 for members / $125 for guests

Please note: This trip is non-refundable unless the ECCC needs to cancel. If we do not receive enough registrations, it will be canceled—so be sure to sign up early!

Guests are welcome—bring a friend, colleague, or make it a full holiday crew.

Let’s make this December one to remember.
✨ Reserve your spot today and Choose Your Own Chicago Adventure! ✨

Are you interested in sponsoring this exciting event? Contact Lorrie.

Executive Club's Wine Club Presents: Around the World for the Holidays (17 Dec 2026)

Fri, 18 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Executive Club of Champaign County

Executive Club's Wine Club Presents:

Around the World for the Holidays
Hosted by Carissa Nelson

No need to pack your passport for this holiday wine night around the world! Bring a bottle of wine from a country of your choice, plus a snack from the same country to share.

Think German Riesling + gingerbread cookies, French Champagne + macarons, Italian Prosecco + biscotti, or Spanish Tempranillo + Marcona almonds. Pick a favorite destination, try somewhere new, or get creative!

Thursday, December 17
6:00 PM
Carissa Nelson's home in Rantoul

Reserve your spot today and raise a glass in holiday spirit! Register by Monday, December 7.