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SUMMARY:The Visionary Series - Experience the Evolution of Media: A Fireside Chat with Kevin Cross and David Kaplan
DESCRIPTION:The Visionary Series: Inspiring the Future of Business\n\n  Experience the Evolution of Media: A Fireside Chat with Kevin Cross and David Kaplan\n\nThe Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce & Industry invites you to a one-of-a-kind luncheon event at Hollywood Casino   Joliet on Wednesday\, November 19\, 2025\, from 11:30 a.m.   1:00 p.m. as we continue our annual tradition of bringing dynamic\, high-profile speakers to the region as part of The Visionary Series.\n\nJoin Kevin Cross\, President and General Manager of NBC Universal Chicago\, and David Kaplan\, renowned ESPN 1000 host and founder of the popular YouTube channel reKAP\, for an insightful fireside chat on the dramatic transformation of the media landscape over the past decade.\n\nThis conversation will explore:\n\n\n	\n	How audiences are accessing content in today's fragmented and rapidly evolving media environment.\n	\n	\n	The role of technology in enhancing the viewer experience and driving innovation.\n	\n	\n	The rise of streaming platforms and new players such as Amazon\, Apple TV\, and Netflix.\n	\n	\n	The economic impact of media in the Chicagoland region\, from job creation to community partnerships.\n	\n	\n	Leadership lessons and insights from Kevin's career guiding NBCU's operations.\n	\n\n\nThis event is designed for Chamber members\, business leaders\, and media enthusiasts who want a deeper understanding of how the industry is shaping consumer behavior\, business opportunities\, and the future of content delivery.\n\nBe part of a transformative conversation\, gain practical insights for your business\, and network with leaders driving Joliet's economic growth.\n\nReserve your spot and join us for a luncheon that promises inspiration\, insight\, and a behind-the-scenes look at one of today's most dynamic industries.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<p><span style="font-size:16px\;"><strong><u>The Visionary Series:&nbsp\;Inspiring the Future of Business</u></strong></span></p>\n\n<p data-end="207" data-start="117"><strong data-end="205" data-start="117">&gt\;&gt\;Experience the Evolution of Media: A Fireside Chat with Kevin Cross and David Kaplan</strong></p>\n\n<p data-end="488" data-start="209">The Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce &amp\; Industry invites you to a one-of-a-kind luncheon event at <strong data-end="336" data-start="307">Hollywood Casino &ndash\; Joliet</strong> on <strong data-end="399" data-start="340">Wednesday\, November 19\, 2025\, from 11:30 a.m. &ndash\; 1:00 p.m.</strong> as we continue our annual tradition of bringing dynamic\, high-profile speakers to the region as part of <em>The Visionary Series</em>.</p>\n\n<p data-end="775" data-start="490">Join <strong data-end="510" data-start="495">Kevin Cross</strong>\, President and General Manager of NBC Universal Chicago\, and <strong data-end="588" data-start="572">David Kaplan</strong>\, renowned ESPN 1000 host and founder of the popular YouTube channel <em data-end="664" data-start="657">reKAP</em>\, for an insightful fireside chat on the dramatic transformation of the media landscape over the past decade.</p>\n\n<p data-end="810" data-start="777">This conversation will explore:</p>\n\n<ul data-end="1277" data-start="811">\n	<li data-end="912" data-start="811">\n	<p data-end="912" data-start="813">How audiences are accessing content in today&rsquo\;s fragmented and rapidly evolving media environment.</p>\n	</li>\n	<li data-end="998" data-start="913">\n	<p data-end="998" data-start="915">The role of technology in enhancing the viewer experience and driving innovation.</p>\n	</li>\n	<li data-end="1089" data-start="999">\n	<p data-end="1089" data-start="1001">The rise of streaming platforms and new players such as Amazon\, Apple TV\, and Netflix.</p>\n	</li>\n	<li data-end="1194" data-start="1090">\n	<p data-end="1194" data-start="1092">The economic impact of media in the Chicagoland region\, from job creation to community partnerships.</p>\n	</li>\n	<li data-end="1277" data-start="1195">\n	<p data-end="1277" data-start="1197">Leadership lessons and insights from Kevin&rsquo\;s career guiding NBCU&rsquo\;s operations.</p>\n	</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p data-end="1506" data-start="1279">This event is designed for Chamber members\, business leaders\, and media enthusiasts who want a deeper understanding of how the industry is shaping consumer behavior\, business opportunities\, and the future of content delivery.</p>\n\n<p data-end="1653" data-start="1508">Be part of a transformative conversation\, gain practical insights for your business\, and network with leaders driving Joliet&rsquo\;s economic growth.</p>\n\n<p data-end="1813" data-start="1655"><strong data-end="1811" data-start="1655">Reserve your spot and join us for a luncheon that promises inspiration\, insight\, and a behind-the-scenes look at one of today&rsquo\;s most dynamic industries.</strong></p>\n
LOCATION:Hollywood Casino 1401 Gateway Blvd\, Joliet\, IL 60431
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