Connect. Inspire. Inform.

2020 is Gather’s third year as a women’s leadership community that helps strengthen the overall business and non-profit community in the DeKalb area. The 2020 calendar includes events focused on connecting, inspiring, and informing women through fun and unique experiences. Gather also offers the opportunity to give back and help mentor high school and college aged women in the community. All women are invited to consider becoming a member.
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The 2020 calendar includes seven main events, five casual meet ups, four book group discussions, and access to a dynamic network of women from the community. Your 2020 membership includes all costs associated with the seven main events. In between meet-up events are free to attend, but food or refreshments are at your own expense. All events require registration. This is a great value and currently made possible by the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce and our generous sponsors.
Scholarships are available to individuals from current DeKalb Chamber Members.

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Renew Your Membership for 2020 or Become a New Member!
Membership Dues: 
DeKalb Chamber Member - $125
DeKalb Chamber Social Service Agency Member - $100
Non-DeKalb Chamber Member - $165
Retired Member - $75

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Scholarships are available to individuals from current DeKalb Chamber members.

Apply Here

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2020 Main Events
All fees included in Gather membership. Non-Gather members $35 per event. Registration required.
2020 main events are subject to change due to COVID-19.

Leadership Lunch: Something to Chew On
February 5, 2020 | 12-1:30PM | Faranda's
​​Intergenerational Communication as a Foundational Tool for Inclusion
Join us as we learn some quick basics on generational definitions and personalities before diving into how we can use this as a tool to address communication misfires, as well as how it can be used to help support other women within your organization.
Lunch is included.

NIU Women's Basketball Game
February 12, 2019 | 5-8PM | NIU Convocation Center
Experience a one of a kind night while enjoying a private party complete with cocktails and a buffet dinner in the Nelson Suite in the NIU Convocation Center. Get to know one another, catch up with colleagues in a private suite, or go court-side with friends! Head Women’s NIU Basketball Coach and Gather Member Lisa Carlsen will provide attendees with a brief welcome tips on what to watch for throughout the game. 

Leadership Lunch: Something to Chew On
April 21, 2020 | 12-1:30PM | Zoom
Resourcing Yourself: Tools for Personal & Professional Management During Unexpected Change
Join us as we gather together on Zoom to discuss how to resource yourself during unexpected change. The pandemic has made us all adapt to uncertain circumstances. Learn how to resource yourself at work and at home. Discussion will be open for coaching after the presentation.
Drive-thru lunch pick-up at Faranda's included.

​Pick Me Up Drive Thru Event
June 30, 2020 | 12-2PM | Heartland Bank, Bethany Rd. Location
Drive thru for a little "Pick Me Up" Gather celebration! Let us lift your spirits and treat you! Pick up Gather's gift to you at Heartland Bank's Bethany Road location on Tuesday, June 30th between 12-2PM. Drive-thru Heartland Bank's parking lot to grab the new Gather Directory, personalized Gather tumbler and The Confectionary gift card while waving hi to other Gather members. The Gather Steering Committee will hand you your gift as you drive through.

​Yoga and Wine at Jonamac Orchard
August 26, 2020 | 5-7PM | Jonamac Orchard
Join us at Jonamac Orchard for a one of a kind yoga instruction experience by an licensed yoga instructor. Learn about important aspects of self-care as we go through novice yoga stretches and other methods of strengthening and de-stressing.
Afterwards, we will taste their seasons best wines and ciders paired with seasonal appetizers.
​Please dress comfortably for movement!

Leadership Lunch: Something to Chew On
September 15, 2020 | 12-1:30PM | via Zoom
Mentorship 2.0
Join us as we explore the concept of mentorship and the role plays in our personal and professional success. We will work to define what a positive mentor relationship is and how to navigate the mentor/mentee dynamic. Hear from a number of women as they share their experiences and offer tips on how to have a successful partnership.

Gather Game Night at Byers Brewing Company
November 12, 2020 | 5-7PM | Byers Brewing Company
Join us for a Gather Game Night! Break the ice and meet other members by teaching and playing a variety of games from blackjack to frisbee golf. During the friendly competition, enjoy a sample flight of Byers' locally brewed beer and catered appetizers.
Bring a game to teach!

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2020 Additional Events
​No fees for Gather members and Non-Gather members. Registration required.
2020 additional events are subject to change due to COVID-19.

​Gather Mingles
No agendas and no pressure! Enjoy a casual meet up to mingle with members or to introduce your friends and colleagues to our community. Name tags are optional. Food and drink is at your own expense.
Gather Lunch | March 11 | 12PM
Los Rancheros
Gather Coffee | May 15 | 7:30AM
Zoom
Gather Lunch | July 16 | 12PM
DeKalb Farmers' Market
Gather Lunch | October 1 | 12PM
​Ellwood Steak & Fish House
Gather Drinks | December 15 | 5PM
Stage Left by Hometown Sports Bar & Grill

​Gather Book Group
Gather book group meets quarterly to discuss books by, about, and for women- books that inspire us to talk about ideas and questions important to our lives as women today. No need to have read the book! Simply come to enjoy the conversation.
February 20, 2020 | Brown Law Group | 5:30PM
Radical Candor by Kim Scott 
May 21, 2020 |  Zoom | 5:30PM
My Sister the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite
August 6, 2020 | TBD | 5:30PM
Lost and Wanted ​by Nell Freudenberger
November 19, 2020 | TBD | 5:30PM
TBD

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Leader Sponsors

Mentor Sponsor

Encourager Sponsors