Chicago is hosting one of the most exciting sporting events of 2023: the NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend...and just days before the rubber hits the road, WISE Chicago will get to hear from the women making it happen!

On Tuesday, June 27, join WISE Chicago and NASCAR to get a behind-the-scenes look at the event and meet and learn more from those bringing the event to life as we host the panel discussion, Leading from the Front: A Conversation with the Women of NASCAR's Chicago Street Race Weekend:

Julie Giese, President of the NASCAR Chicago Street Course
Shelley Phillips, Four Leaf Productions
Caryn Grant, Senior Director of Diversity and Inclusion, NASCAR
Jacqueline Herrera, Director of Community Relations, Chicago Street Race
Kara Bachman, Executive Director of the Chicago Sports Commission

Space for the event is limited so make sure you register early. Admission is free for members (look for the promo code sent to members via e-mail) and $25 for non-members (click here to join WISE Chicago).

Event information:

Location: Chicago Athletic Association, White City Ballroom, Eighth floor, 12 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60603; see the location on the map here
Date: Tuesday, June 27
Time: 6 – 8:30 p.m.: Doors open at 5:30 p.m., begin to gather and network; Welcome from WISE Chicago and NASCAR at 6 p.m.; Panel discussion and Q&A from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.; Mix and mingle networking from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m.
Enter the hotel on Michigan Avenue
Light appetizers and beer/wine will be provided
Public transportation is encouraged; parking in nearby lots is available, try SpotHero to reserve a parking spot before you arrive

Leading from the Front: The Women of NASCAR’s Chicago Street Race Weekend