Celebrating 31 Years!
Also known as Chicago Natural Resource Conference and Exhibition, this is one of the oldest natural resource conferences in the United States. The conference is a semi-annual event and offers opportunities to learn about new and undervalued companies in the natural resource industry.
This event is directed by Rich Radez, who started the conference back in 1977. In the summer of 2007, Rich created Global Resource Expos to expand his conference offerings. Starting with fall 2007 show, the Chicago event changed its name to Chicago Resource Expo and became a part of Global Resource Expos. Read the Organizers page for more information.
Pricing and Registration
Public
There is no cost for those who pre-register to attend the conference. You can pre-register for the event online by completing our Public Registration Form. Those who receive our invitation in the regular mail can RSVP by completing the form included in the invite.
If you do not pre-register, you will not be entitled to certain amenities on the day of the event.
Companies
If you are a company, interested in coming to our Expo, check out the Exhibitor Information page for details.
Event Structure
The Expo is held at the Rolling Meadows Holiday Inn and Convention Center in Chicago, IL. It is a two day event that starts on a Friday afternoon, and ends on Saturday afternoon. Friday Afternoon begins with an invitation only "Industry Reception" which is attended by brokers and fund managers from the Chicago area. Friday night features a keynote speaker presentation, followed by a panel discussion on topics that are fueled by the audience's interests. Dinner buffet and shrimp cocktails are served for attendees.
The event resumes on Saturday morning. Attendees enjoy a continental breakfast, and browse the exposition hall learning about companies. In the meantime, individual company presentations begin in the presentation hall. These presentations are a great way to hear each company's story. Lunch buffet is served around noon, and accompanied by the second panel discussion. After lunch, presentations and expositions continue for the remainder of the day.
Speakers
Our Expo features a lineup of speakers, and panel discussion members that are renowned experts in the industry, newsletter writers, and money managers. Read the Speakers page to find out who will be appearing at our upcoming shows.