ILLBA

(Virtual) Coffee With The ILLBA
2025-10-15 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago)
This month’s topic is TBD – pay attention to the weekly ILLBA Roundup email for more information!
Future topic suggestions? Contact Paula or any board member with your ideas.

(Virtual) Coffee With The ILLBA
2025-11-18 10:00 - 11:30
Join us for November’s free virtual coffee meeting! Members and non-members are welcome, register now to participate. You will receive a confirmation email with a URL link to the event.
Topic: DOT Regulations and Requirements – What Every Operator Needs to Know
Our guest speaker will be John Murphy, MCSAP, Compliance Officer of the IL Dept. of Transportation.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations apply to commercial motor carrier operators. This session will provide valuable information to help you better understand which regulations may apply to your organization, and the requirements to ensure compliance.
There will be a Q&A session followed by industry updates.
Contact ILLBA Executive Director Paula DeBiasi with any questions.

(Virtual) Coffee With The ILLBA
2026-01-20 10:00 - 11:30
Join us for the first virtual coffee meeting of 2026!
TOPIC: Your Business Card—A Powerful Marketing ToolOur guest speaker will be ILLBA member Drew Messina, Vice President of Operations at Create‑A‑Card, Inc.
Business cards are a cost-effective marketing tool that can create a strong first impression, serving as a reminder of your business to prospective customers. However, there are a few specific ways to optimize them for maximum impact.
In this session you will learn tips, techniques, and content strategies to make your business cards a professional and effective way to drive engagement.
Members and non members welcome!
There will be a Q&A session followed by industry updates. Contact ILLBA Executive Director Paula DeBiasi with any questions.

IMPORTANT! (Virtual) Coffee With The ILLBA
2026-02-17 10:00 - 11:30
The ILLBA invites you to join us for this very important virtual coffee session — come learn about the updated livery license laws!
Register now to participate for free. You will receive a confirmation email with a URL.
Topic: Updated Livery License Laws effective February 1, 2026
We are pleased to welcome Deputy Commissioner Rupal Bapat of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection to discuss the City of Chicago’s updated livery license laws, which are in effect as of February 1, 2026. This includes the transition to a 2-year license term, vehicle fee updates, and key dates for compliance.
Click here for the BACP industry notice.
We encourage the submission of questions in advance of the meeting. Please email questions to the ILLBA office (info@illba.org) no later than Thursday February 12, 2026, 5pm CT.
Members and non members are welcome to join!
There will be a Q&A session followed by industry updates. Contact ILLBA Executive Director Paula DeBiasi with any inquiries.

(Virtual) Coffee With The ILLBA
2026-04-14 10:00 - 11:30
This month we are exploring strategies for tapping in to (or increasing) global business!
TOPIC: The Secrets to Going Global — Meet Our International Affiliate Panel to Learn How
Members and non members welcome. There is no requirement to participate if you prefer to simply observe and benefit from the knowledge shared.
There will be a Q&A session followed by industry updates! Contact ILLBA Executive Director Paula DeBiasi with any questions.
