Save the date for the CEC's 2012 Startup Forecast on Wednesday, December 14. There is an exciting line-up of speakers ready to share their insights and predictions for next year.  Speakers include: Brett Goldstein, Matt McCall, Jim O'Connor, Jr., Howard Tullman and more to come. 

Date: Wednesday, December 14

Time: 8:30 am - 12 noon

Location: Chase Auditorium, 10 South Dearborn St., Lower Lobby

   

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