ILLBA

Deadline for 2025-2026 ILLBA Board Nominations
2025-03-28 17:00 (America/Chicago) | IL
Are you ready to volunteer, share your industry expertise, advocate for our membership, and support the mission of the ILLBA?
There are five (5) open Board seats (including one vendor/supplier seat) for the upcoming Board of Directors election.
This year’s Nominating Committee Coordinator is Lynn Kafkes.
Qualifications per the ILLBA Bylaws:

ILLBA member (operator or vendor) in good standing for two (2) consecutive years prior to election (for exception consideration, please contact Lynn Kafkes, Nominating Committee Chair).
Timely payment of dues prior to submission of the Slate of Candidates by the Nominating Committee.
Terms are for two years.

If you or someone you know has a desire and willingness to get involved and give back to the industry, please contact Lynn Kafkes for nomination details.
Deadline for nominations is Friday March 28th, 5pm CDT

(Virtual) Coffee With The ILLBA
2025-04-15 10:00 - 11:30 | IL
Why not use Tax Day to strengthen your business? This month’s topic is Rocking It! Build and Manage Your Global Affiliate Network – a relevant education session for operators of all sizes.
Register here to join us.
Future topic suggestions? Contact Paula or any board member with your ideas.

IN-PERSON Breakfast With The ILLBA
2025-05-13 09:00 - 11:00 | IL
Get excited for our 2025 spring breakfast event!
Topic and location TBD – pay attention to the weekly ILLBA Roundup email for more information.
Topic suggestions for next time? Contact Paula or any board member.

(Virtual) Coffee With The ILLBA
2025-06-17 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-08-13 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-16 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-15 10:00 - 11:30 | IL
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.

IN-PERSON Breakfast With The ILLBA
2025-07-15 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-16 09:00 - 11:00 | IL
Topic and location TBD – pay attention to the weekly ILLBA Roundup email for more information.
Topic suggestions for next time? Contact Paula or any board member.

(Virtual) Coffee With The ILLBA
2025-11-18 10:00 - 11:30 | IL
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.

Ring in the New Year with the ILLBA!
2026-01-13 16:30 - 20:30 | Carlucci Rosemont, 611 N River Road, Rosemont, IL, 60018, United States
Save the date, and get excited for our third annual in-person gathering at Carlucci Rosemont to ring in 2026! Start the new year on a high note by joining us for an evening of networking, a 3-course Italian meal, prizes, and surprises.
Details and registration coming soon — in the meantime, check out photos from last year’s event.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
