May 5, 2021 - IMA & IRMA Business Day Breakout Sessions

Description

IMA & IRMA 2021 Virtual Business Day is a unique opportunity to hear from leading policymakers in Illinois, help the IMA deliver our message of job growth and prosperity, and help legislators understand the impact of their actions on Illinois manufacturing.

The morning will include breakout sessions on key issues that are currently before the General Assembly including tax reform and energy policy. You’ll be able to hear and interact with key decision makers and stakeholders.

Property Tax Assessment - 10:00-10:45 AM

Illinois has the second highest property tax rates in the nation. Join a panel of tax experts and business representatives discussing proposed changes in Cook County property tax assessments and the impact it will have on commercial and industrial taxpayers.

Panelists

Derrick Johnson
Senior Vice President, Zeller Realty Group
President, Building Owners & Managers Association (Chicago)
https://zeller.us/derrick-johnson-elected-president-of-boma-chicago/

Carol Portman
Taxpayers Federation of Illinois
https://www.illinoistax.org/index.php/staff/

Energy - 11:00AM-12:00PM

Illinois’ deregulated energy market has saved businesses and residents more than $40 billion since 1997. In 2017, lawmakers revamped the energy marketplace and there is a significant energy debate ongoing at the Capitol. Zero carbon emissions. Electric vehicles. Nuclear power. Rate formulas. With manufacturers using one-third of our nation’s energy, join this panel of experts including the business community, utilities, and state government for an in-depth discussion on these key issues.

Panelists

Patrick Evans
Illinois Energy Association

Ed Fitzhenry
Lueders, Robertson & Konzen (of counsel)
IIEC
https://www.lrklaw.com/attorneys/ed-fitzhenry/

You can also register for the IMA's Virtual Business Day here.