Quad Cities Chamber | 2025 Annual Meeting presented by Mediacom

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Quad Cities Chamber | 2025 Annual Meeting presented by Mediacom
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Rhythm City Casino Resort, Davenport

11:15 a.m. Doors open | Networking
11:30 a.m. Lunch Service begins
12 p.m. Annual Meeting Program
1 p.m. Program Ends

Get ready — the Quad Cities Chamber’s 2025 Annual Meeting is the premier event of the year, bringing together more than 600 business and community leaders, elected officials and change-makers to celebrate another year of progress and momentum across the region.
 
This is your opportunity to connect face-to-face with colleagues, collaborators and regional decision-makers - all in one high-energy room focused on the future of the Quad Cities.

Whether you’re a small business champion, corporate executive, entrepreneur or emerging leader, this event puts you front and center for the Chamber’s impactful work in:

• Small Business Development
• Business Advocacy
• Business-to-Business Connections

 Attendees will hear directly from the Chamber’s President & CEO, as well as the Incoming and Outgoing Board Chairs, as they highlight major milestones and share the bold vision for the year ahead — one focused on accelerating economic opportunity and building a stronger Quad Cities.

At the event, the Business of the Year, Regional Champion of Change and Volunteer of the Year will be announced. 

Keynote Speaker:

Lisa Shimkat
Associate Administrator, Office of Field Operations
Associate Administrator, Office of Manufacturing and Trade
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)

With a deep commitment to economic growth and entrepreneurial success, Lisa Shimkat serves as the Associate Administrator for the SBA’s Office of Field Operations, where she leads the agency’s nationwide network of field offices supporting small businesses. She also currently serves as the Acting Associate Administrator for the Office of Manufacturing and Trade, playing a key role in advancing innovation and industry across the country.
 
Previously, Lisa served as the State Director of the Iowa Small Business Development Centers, where she oversaw statewide support for business owners and startups. Her background includes managing a multimillion-dollar revolving loan fund to help rural entrepreneurs and manufacturers grow, as well as operational leadership as a plant manager in the agricultural sector.
 
Lisa’s practical insights, strategic leadership and passion for empowering small businesses make her a standout voice in national economic development — and an inspiring presence on the Annual Meeting stage.
 
The Quad Cities Chamber strives to host inclusive and accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. For event assistance or any additional information, please contact:

Anna Possehl
Manager, Programs & Events
Office: 563.823.2659
Email: apossehl@quadcitieschamber.com



​Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations must be received at least 72 hours in advance in order to receive a registration refund. You may transfer your registration to another person within your company at no additional cost.