Registration is now closed! Please contact Christine DeSousa to be added to the waitlist.
Thank you!
Join the IRA and dozens of industry professionals for a Rooftop Member Mixer. Ticket includes food, beverage, and viewing of the Chicago Cubs vs. Colorado Rockies at 7:05 p.m.
Operators Members: $60
Operator Non-members: $75
Associate Members: $100
Associate Non-members: $125
For more information, please contact Christine DeSousa at (312) 380-4146 or cdesousa@illinoisrestaurants.org
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