IN-PERSON

CEO Summit

May 7th & 8th

The Drake Oak Brook
2301 York Rd, Oak Brook, IL 60523

No platitudes. No sales pitches. No time wasted. The best leaders never stop looking for better ideas. They put themselves in rooms where the thinking is sharp, the challenges are shared, and the lessons come from experience.

This event is invite only.

May 7-8, 2026

12:00 PM

Oak Brook, IL

Positioned to Win.

Great leadership starts with great ideas, and the Cottingham & Butler CEO Summit is where they happen. This exclusive event brings together top executives for conversations that matter, real-world insights, strategic thinking, and actionable solutions. Join a community of leaders who challenge the status quo, share experiences, and shape the future of their businesses.

An exclusive forum for CEOs ready to lead what's next.

Upcoming Events

WEBINAR

May 18, 2026

Navigating the New Normal: Property Insurance for the Wood Products Industry

The property insurance market is shifting and if you're in the wood products industry, now is the time to understand what that means for your renewal. Join us for a live webinar as we break down what’s happening in the property insurance market today—and help you assess whether your most recent property renewal truly aligns with current market conditions. We’ll share real-world case studies, benchmarking data, and a candid look at how broker strategy directly influences your outcomes.

WEBINAR

May 21, 2026

Leaves of Absence: Focus on State Mandates

As leave laws evolve, administering employee benefits during protected and unpaid leaves has become increasingly nuanced. In this session, we'll break down employer obligations, benefit continuation requirements, and key decision points when coordinating federal, state, and company leave policies. Special focus will be given to how expanding state paid leave programs are reshaping employer responsibilities and compliance strategies.

IN-PERSON

April 15, 2026

Metalcasting Congress Happy Hour

Attending the Metalcasting Congress 2026 in Grand Rapids? Don’t miss the chance to relax and connect with fellow industry professionals at an exclusive evening hosted by Cottingham & Butler.

WEBINAR

April 23, 2026

Spring Cleaning: Compliance Checklist & Regulatory Updates

It's time for a compliance refresh. This month we'll review key compliance deadlines, best practices, and areas that deserve a second look. We'll also cover regulatory updates that have already rolled out in 2026 and what to watch for in the months ahead, giving you a clear roadmap for the rest of the year.

WEBINAR

June 18, 2026

Nondiscrimination Rules

Differentiating benefits can be a strategic tool for employers — but not all differences are allowed. This webinar will help employers understand when and how they can differentiate benefit programs while staying compliant. In this session, we'll break down the various nondiscrimination requirements that apply to employee benefit plans, including tax code testing rules for highly compensated and key employees and protections against discrimination based on health status, disability, and other protected characteristics.

IN-PERSON

May 28th, 2026

Benefits Seminar | Power Hour

Rising healthcare costs are inevitable, but how much you absorb may not be. Many employers are leaving significant savings on the table by only using surface-level fixes like raising deductibles or shopping the market. C&B’s approach works with employers across 5 standout strategies: managing plan eligibility, transferring large claim risk, restructuring plan financials, controlling pharmacy spend, and steering employees to cost-effective care. These strategies together can fundamentally change what you pay and why. Register today to secure your spot for a great discussion.

IN-PERSON

CEO Summit

Positioned to Win.