The Chicago Network (TCN) is an organization of Chicago’s most distinguished professional women. Founded in 1979, TCN enables its members to improve themselves, their organizations and the community at large through the strength of personal relationships. Today, its more than 400 members represent the highest echelons of Chicago’s business, professional, cultural, non-profit and educational communities.

To be considered for membership, a prospective candidate must be nominated by a TCN member in writing, and the application must be seconded by at least two other members. Membership is limited to women leaders who are deemed qualified due to their reputation, position in the professional community, or service in the public interest, and who have demonstrated a strong and continuing personal commitment to TCN’s purpose.

Our Purpose

Create empowering relationships for women leaders that enable our members to increase their impact on their organizations and the community at large through peer networking, mutual support and issue awareness.

Learn about the activities and history of The Chicago Network by clicking on the links below:

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Network History

Network Firsts

Network Milestones

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