Join us for the third-annual CPIA Leadership Conference at the Zachary Hotel in Chicago — just a baseball’s throw from the iconic Wrigley Field! This is a prime opportunity to network, improve your technical
knowledge and share information with your peers — all in the Midwest’s most vibrant city. Whether you are already a CPIA member or eager to know more about the association and its many benefits, this is the
event for you. We welcome commercial painting contractors and associated professionals, including architects, engineers, interior designers and asset owners.
Here’s what a few past attendees had to say about the conference:
"I really enjoyed all the speakers and came up with different strategies for our business. It’s been a great experience." — Liz Perez-Lavin, President, Service Contracting Solutions
"Loved the networking — being able to meet companies from around the U.S., hearing about the similar issues they run into and learning from them." — Jeremy Barrett, Project Manager/Estimator, Siegner and Company
"I think the CPIA is the best paint organization out there — by far. My favorite activity was definitely the golf, and the networking was awesome!" — John Chisham, Director, gpac
We’ve got some exciting experiences planned this year!
Opening Reception at Old Crow Smokehouse, sponsored by PPG. Great food, drink and live music are on the menu. Bring your dancing shoes!
An "Evening with the Stars" at Adler Planetarium, sponsored by Sherwin-Williams. In addition to offering arguably the best view of the Chicago skyline, the location is the perfect spot to drink, dine and explore our incredible universe. PLUS, we'll be treated to a very special fulldome show celebrating 50 years of Pink Floyd’s best-selling album, "Dark Side of the Moon," with stunning visuals of the solar system and beyond. It's a North America exclusive, available only at select planetariums around the world!
The Wrigley Field Experience, sponsored by Benjamin Moore. We'll start with dinner at the 1914 Club, located behind home plate. Glowing with old-world charm, the club celebrates the ballpark’s early history. Then it's out to the ball field for an evening of fun! Get in some batting practice, play a little catch in the outfield, have your picture taken in front of the iconic ivy wall—maybe even meet a former pro ball player. For baseball fans, history buffs and guests who just want to enjoy time with new and old friends, this will be a night to remember.
If you're coming in Sunday, Sept. 10, you can watch the Chicago Cubs v. Arizona Diamondbacks game, 1:20 p.m., either at the Wrigley Field ballpark or from the Wrigley Rooftops. This is not a CPIA-organized event, so order tickets in advance and coordinate with friends.
The Chicago Architecture Center offers a highly rated Architecture Tour and River Cruise, voted one of the Top 10 Boat Tours in North America. Expertly trained docents share fascinating stories behind more than 50 buildings along the Chicago River. In just 90 minutes, you'll get the best overview of Chicago's architecture and its history. Tours start at 9:30 a.m., and the last tour is at 7:30 p.m. This is not a CPIA-organized activity, so buy your tickets and coordinate in advance.
The Hotel Zachary concierge will be happy to recommend other ways to enjoy Chicago, before or after the conference.
Dress Code: Casual for all activities and meetings
Hotel Zachary at Gallagher Way, located in Wrigleyville, Chicago, is a boutique hotel with a unique neighborhood character that sets it apart from other hotels in the city. With a modern yet classic design inspired by renowned architect Zachary Taylor Davis, Hotel Zachary seamlessly blends history and style. Guests can enjoy locally sourced dining and signature cocktails as well as thoughtful amenities and artistic touches in every guest room. Whether you're a baseball fan, curious traveler, or local, you'll have an unforgettable stay. The hotel offers a friendly and personal level of service that will exceed your expectations. Experience the charm of Wrigleyville and the energy of Chicago in one unforgettable location. Check out hotelzachary.com for more information.
Join your peers to talk about the industry’s future, key issues for commercial painting contractors and recommended solutions. This is an opportunity to tap into a wealth of business and technical knowledge.
Sample Topics:
Panel Discussion on Coatings
Advances in Equipment: Robotics & Drones
Overcoming Supply Chain Issues
Growing Your Business: Things to Do & Things to Know
Cultivating Future Leaders
Quality Control and Maximizing Efficiency in Your Workforce
Hear from experts in business, technology, marketing, sales and more.
89-Paint
A David Creation
A&K Painting Co., Inc.
Accent Painting
All-Tech Decorating
AW Paint & Decorating, LLC
Bazan Painting Company
Benise-Dowling
Bob Kunst Painting, Inc.
Bundren Painting
Caligari Gerloff Painting, Inc
Cherry Coatings
Crown Painting Inc.
Diverse Works
ELCO Painting
Finishing Trades Institute of DC 14 Chicago
FORJAK Industrial
Graydaze
Harrison Contracting Company
HD Painting
Heinrich Schmid GmbH & Co. KG
Hester Painting & Decorating
Higgins Coatings
Hursh Painting Co. Inc.
Kelley Painting Services of Florida, LLC.
Magnum
Moorhouse Coating
Naylor Commercial Interiors
Paint Blue
Paint Boss
PaintCare
Painters Inc
PPD Painting
PR COMMERCIAL PAINTING
Pro Paint Solutions
Roe Paint
Sabelhaus West
Service Contracting
Shahan & Son, Ltd.
SPI
Steinbrecher Painting Company
Stephens Commercial Painting
Sullivan Painting Service, Inc.
TJ's Professional Painting and Construction, LLC
Vork Bros.
W T Kennney CO
W W Nash
Williams Professional Painting
Wilson & Hampton Painting Contractors Inc.
In addition to attending the conference’s recreational and educational events, a selection of senior decision-makers from commercial contracting companies and C-suite executives from industry suppliers will be invited to attend TPC Connect: Commercial Painting (formerly Commercial Contractor Connect), an exclusive hosted buyer event. Co-located with the CPIA conference at Hotel Zachary & Wrigley Field, the Connect event’s pre-scheduled, private one-on-one meetings and related activities will take place September 14.