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Chicago BBB Centennial April 22 2026
Celebrate 100 Years of Trust

Join us on April 22, 2026 at Chicago's iconic Navy Pier for a milestone celebration honoring 100 years of advancing business trust. Purchase your ticket or explore sponsorship opportunities today, and be part of shaping the next century of integrity in the marketplace.

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Centennial Guest Speaker

We’re proud to celebrate our Centennial with special guest speaker Lester Holt, renowned journalist and host of Dateline NBC. His legacy of trusted reporting and commitment to truth make him the perfect voice to honor 100 years of advancing business trust.

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Be a part of history

The Better Business Bureau has proudly served Chicago and Northern Illinois for 100 years—and we're just getting started. Join us in celebrating a century of trust on April 22, 2026 by making a donation today. Your support helps ensure we can continue building a marketplace where integrity thrives for the next 100 years and beyond. We look forward to seeing you at Navy Pier!

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100 Years of Chicago BBB

A century of trust and service. Since 1926, BBB has connected Chicagoans with ethical businesses, shaping the city through people, milestones, and stories.

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Lester Holt Announced as Keynote Speaker

NBC Chicago announced that Lester Holt will be the keynote speaker for the Chicago BBB Centennial Celebration at Navy Pier. The segment was anchored by his son, Stefan Holt, making it a special father-son moment on air. The story highlights Lester’s Chicago roots and his alignment with the BBB’s mission of trust and integrity. A memorable media moment for the BBB’s 100th Anniversary!

100 Days to BBB Centennial Event

100 Days to BBB’s Centennial kicked off at Carnivale in Chicago’s Fulton Market! The celebration featured Jason Knowles, Kim Svoboda, and BBB CEO Steve Bernas, with everyone showing their Chicago pride in favorite home team gear. It was a fun, energetic start to the countdown to our 100th anniversary!

Centennial Kick Off at House of Blues Foundation Room

We officially began the countdown to our 100th anniversary at House of Blues Chicago's Foundation on September 24, 2025! Thank you to our incredible Board Members and our Centennial Committee Chair Nichole Owens (Tillman) at ComEd for helping us launch this milestone with energy and purpose.