Fifth Annual Risk Conference

Five years after the onset of the financial crisis, the financial services industry is still working through a process of rehabilitation. Balance sheets are stronger, but problem areas remain. The contours of the new regulation are becoming clearer, but implementing new dictates will require a lot of work from bankers and their supervisors. Instiutions are anxious to reinforce safety and soundness, but must also find avenues to restore profitability.

This year's conference will explore the trade-offs involved on each of these fronts.  Practitioners, regulators and industry observers will contribute their thoughts on what might be on the horizon.

If you have any question, you may contact Shirley Brown (see contact information in the column to your right) or Linda L. Nowicki via e-mail or by telephone at (312) 322-8185.

This conference is not open to the media or the general public. Participants are requested to use discretion in sharing the content of the conference with professional colleagues. The use of electronic recording devices is prohibited.

Should you need to cancel your reservation, please notify the hotel 48 hours in advance of your arrival to avoid a no-show charge equivalent to a one-night stay. Please note that we cannot guarantee the availability of any hotel. Please call early to ensure your choice of hotel and rate. 

Club Quarters Hotel

111 W Adams St

Chicago,  IL  60603

Tel: (312) 575-0006

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Rate: $99 - $140

A business class property located just 2 blocks from the Federal Reserve Bank in the heart of the city’s financial district. This property features a complimentary fitness center, complimentary chilled, bottled water on each floor and a comfy, lower level living room for guests.

Hotel Blake

500 S Dearborn St

Chicago,  IL  60605

Tel: (312) 986-1234

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Rate: $173 and up

A historical gem, the Hotel Blake is a unique boutique property located in the Printers Row neighborhood filled with specialty shops and restaurants. This property is about a 5 block walk to the Chicago Fed. The award winning restaurant, Custom House, is housed on the first floor of the hotel. Room rate includes continental breakfast each morning and use of the fitness center.

JW Marriott Hotel

151 W Adams St

Chicago,  IL  60603

Tel: (312) 660-8200

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Rate: $210 and up

Located next door to the Chicago Fed, this 5 star property is the largest luxury hotel in Chicago. Housed in a landmark building designed by renowned architect Daniel Burnham, this hotel opened in November 2010, after undergoing a $396 million restoration. The 610 rooms include all the luxuries expected from a 5 star hotel. This property also features a world-class 20,000 square foot spa and wellness center and The Florentine Restaurant featuring a seasonal menu with a focus on Italian/American fare.

Omni Chicago Hotel

676 N Michigan Ave

Chicago,  IL  60611

Tel: (312) 944-6664

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Rate: $189 and up

A luxury, all suite property, the Omni Chicago Hotel is located on they city’s Magnificent Mile of sight seeing, shopping and dining. This hotel is not within walking distance of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.

Residence Inn by Marriott

201 E Walton Pl

Chicago,  IL  60611

Tel: (312) 943-9800

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Rate: $129 and up

Located within 3 blocks of Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, this property offers spacious suites and a full breakfast buffet each morning. This hotel is not within walking distance of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.

The W Hotel City Center

172 W Adams St

Chicago,  IL  60603

Tel: (312) 322-1200

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Rate: $179 and up

A cosmopolitan property in the middle of Chicago’s Loop, the W Hotel features rainforest showers, oversized work desks, down pillows and more. This property is just around the corner from the Federal Reserve Bank.

Since 2008, the Supervision and Regulation Department of the Chicago Fed in partnership with the Department of Finance at DePaul University has been reaching out to risk practioners to discuss risk managment strategy. These links to previous conferences provide some context to this year's discussion.