
NABA x Cradles to Crayons - Volunteer Event 3/22 :
We had the opportunity to volunteer with Cradles to Crayons Chicago, an amazing organization that provides essential clothing items to children to help end clothing insecurity. The event not only provided an opportunity for us to give back to the community, but reinforced NABA Chicago’s commitment to service and “lifting as we climb” in multiple ways! READ MORE
NABA Chicago Black History Month Celebrations 2025 :
This Black History Month, we honored our rich heritage by immersing ourselves in Black culture, history, and excellence! We did so by:
- Visited the DuSable Black History Museum, experiencing powerful exhibits of history, art, and culture
- Attended the electrifying Ellingtonia performance, celebrating the legendary Duke Ellington’s impact on jazz and music history
- Dined at some of Chicago’s best Southern cuisine restaurants, enjoying food and fellowship
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Sponsor Appreciation Awards Dinner :
NABA Chicago took time to give thanks to our amazing corporate partners who support and help advance our mission. We appreciate you and look forward to continued partnership supporting our professionals, college & high school students! READ MORE
NABA Inc Regional Conference in Chicago :
NABA Inc. hosted it's midwestern regional conference in Chicago for the first time in NABA history! The conference boasted a weekend full of phenomenal speakers, professional development sessions , a career expo as well as social activities! READ MORE
NABA x AbbVie x ILCPA Society - "Trials to Triumph" Fireside Chat :
NABA Chicago partnered up with AbbVie and The Illinois CPA Society to Host a fireside chat with industry professionals Danielle Booker, Ph.D., CPA , Manisa Slater, CPA, PMP , Olu Teriba , and Cameron McMillian. READ MORE
NABA Chicago Fall Day :
NABA Chicago held a Fall Day, hosted by Plante Moran, which ensured that our college students are prepped and ready for the NABA Central Region Conference. READ MORE
NABA x ALPFA x Abbott - Networking Mixer :
NABA Chicago partnered up with ALPFA and Abbott to throw our first networking mixer! From speed networking, to light bites and libations, the energy in the room was unmatched. A special thank you to the board members and collaborators who made this event possible. READ MORE
NABA x ILCPAS - Young Professionals Summer Happy Hour :
The Illinois CPA Society and NABA partnered up for our first ever collaborative young professionals happy hour. Our members had a fantastic time connecting over light refreshments and capturing professional headshots. READ MORE
Las Vegas 2024 National Convention :
Our NABA Chicago Professionals & Students were front and center at the Las Vegas National Convention! READ MORE
NABA "Kick Back":
NABA Chicago Hosted its first ever "NABA Kick back" this spring to offer a light weight opportunity for our members to network and commune over light refreshments.
Volunteer Events :
Junior Achievement - May 2024, NABA Chicago Professionals volunteered with Junior Achievement sessions at Chicago's very own Marth M. Ruggles Elementary and Clara Barton Elementary School. Junior Achievement is an organization that collaborates with local school districts to bring business professionals into class rooms to teach students of underserved communities about STEM careers and the subjects that correlate with them.
Fight2Feed - NABA members gave back by volunteering with Fight2Feed, a phenomenal non-for-profit organization whose goal is to serve meals that nourishes the community and helps to reduce food waste. READ MORE
NABA Chicago Annual ACAP Day :
2024, DePaul University had the pleasure of hosting our NABA Chicago Highschool students for our Accounting/ Accelerated Career Awareness (ACAP) READ MORE
NABA Chicago 2024 Annual Student Business Case Competition :
Students were tasked with using artificial intelligence to solve a business issue and were awarded over $3,000 in awards and prizes! See more about the student business case competition - READ MORE.
Acknowledgements :
NABA Chicago President Jody James - Our very own Jody James won Central Chapter President of the Year for 2024! READ MORE
Life Time Member James T. Williams - The members of NABA Chicago are deeply saddened by the passing of our esteemed lifetime member, James Williams. James was a pillar of our community whose contributions and leadership have profoundly impacted NABA and the broader field of accounting. READ MORE