The program is hosted at The Gwen, a Luxury Collection hotel in the historic McGraw-Hill building. Located in a rare landmark Art Deco property, the building captures the grandeur and glamour of the Chicago in the 1930s.
Executive Leadership Institute
The program is hosted at The Gwen, a Luxury Collection hotel in the historic McGraw-Hill building. Located in a rare landmark Art Deco property, the building captures the grandeur and glamour of the Chicago in the 1930s.
The property is centrally located in downtown Chicago with direct access to the upscale boutiques along the Magnificent Mile shopping district, restaurants, museums, Lake Michigan and more. The contemporary sophistication of The Gwen, combined with the caliber of the faculty and unique program, make the Executive Leadership Institute an unforgettable experience.
The Executive Leadership Institute also boasts dynamic networking opportunities, from an architectural boar tour of Chicago to a private dinner at a downtown restaurant.
ACC Members: US$9,500 (Tuition excludes transportation, hotel (group rate option provided), and incidentals.))
Non-ACC Members: US$9,935 (Tuition includes one year of ACC membership; excludes transportation, hotel (group rate option provided), and incidentals.))
ACC Registration Policies
In the process of registering for the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) 2025 Executive Leadership Institute, you have agreed to all policies and procedures of this event without exception. These policies include code of conduct, image release, refund policies, etc. These can be referred to here.
Cancellation Policy
Registration cancellations must be received in writing via email to: p.entsminger@acc.com. Registrations cannot be cancelled by telephone. Cancellations for registrations processed at the non-member rate will not be refunded the US$435 membership fee included with the registration. Registration cancellations will adhere to the cancellation policy dates below. Unfortunately, no exceptions can be accommodated.
Credit/Refund issued:
By 23 June 2025
FULL REFUND OF MONIES PAID, MINUS USD$200 PROCESSING FEE
24 June – 21 July 2025
NO REFUND, BUT ATTENDEE WILL BE ISSUED A CREDIT EQUAL TO 100 PERCENT OF MONIES PAID WHICH MAY BE USED FOR SPECIFIED FUTURE ACC HEADQUARTERS IN-PERSON EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS STATED BELOW.*
After 21 July 2025
NO REFUND OR CREDIT.
*The credit issued may be used towards the following ACC in-person educational programs: 2026 Executive Leadership Institute (eligibility requirements apply), or the 2025 Annual Meeting. Credit may not be used towards any other educational programs not included on the above list. Credit may not be divided among programs and any remaining funds following credit application will be forfeited. Credit cannot be carried over to the following year. Credit may be transferred to an eligible attendee from the same organization, but written notification of transfer (via education@acc.com) must be received from the original purchaser in order for the credit to be valid. Credit may not be used towards ACC membership dues. Credit will expire 30 June 2026.