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Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. β€’ Area III

50th Area III Leadership Conference 2026

Celebrating 50 Years of Area III Meetings – History, Leadership, Service & Sisterhood
πŸ“… March 12–15, 2026 πŸ“ Lombard, Illinois ⚠️ Registration Deadline: February 10, 2026
Hosted at The Westin Chicago Lombard
Ladies / Lords Registration Inductee Registration Teens Registration Vendor Registration
Registration Fees & Dates
Key Financials
Early Registration:
Dec 31, 2025 – Feb 3, 2026
Late Registration (+$25):
Feb 4, 2026 – Feb 10, 2026
Ladies
$375
Teens
$250
Lords
$200
  • Conference registration is required to receive the room reservation link.
  • Reserving a room without conference registration may result in reservation cancellation.
  • Please do not call the hotel directly to reserve your room.
Reminder: Confirm your registration before making lodging arrangements to ensure access to the official room block link.
Conference Schedule β€’ Attire β€’ Details
Conference Schedule & Resources Booklet
View the full digital booklet for daily schedules, attire guidelines, event descriptions, and important conference information for Ladies and Teens.
πŸ“– Open Schedule Booklet
Conference At-a-Glance
What to expect
Experience
  • Celebrate Our History: Celebrating 50 years of Area III meetings, including history displays by chapter.
  • Step Up to Leading & Learning: Workshops and plenary sessions to deepen leadership knowledge and chapter operations.
  • Service: Launch of new community partnerships aligned with Area III priorities.
  • Sisterhood & Teens: Dedicated opportunities to connect, celebrate, and inspire Ladies and Teens.
Key Events and Activities
  • Area III 50th Conference Agenda
  • Area III History Museum
  • Ecumenical Service - Praise and Worship
  • Community Night - Honoring our Partnerships
  • Empowerment Luncheon - Status of Women
  • Workshops
  • Top Teen Presentation Ball and New Lady Presentation
Registration & Ticketed Events
Secure your spot
Who Registers Online
  • Ladies (including TTA Advisors and Assistants).
  • Inductees.
  • Teens (registered by the TTA Advisors).
  • Lords.
  • Vendors.
Registration fees, deadlines, and inclusions will be displayed inside each online portal.
Ticketed Events
  • Blue and Silver Breakfast: Separate ticket required for Ladies; included for Teens and Teen Advisors.
  • Gala: Extra tickets available for purchase.
Ticket prices and purchase options will appear in the registration system.
Hotel & Travel
Plan your stay
Getting Here
  • The Westin Chicago Lombard – official conference hotel.
  • Steps from Yorktown Shopping Center; minutes from Oakbrook Center Mall.
  • Near Morton Arboretum and College of DuPage.
  • 16 miles from O’Hare Airport; 24 miles from Midway Airport.
  • No airport shuttle.
Group Rate & Reservations
The Westin Chicago Lombard
70 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard, IL 60148
The Westin Chicago Lombard Hotel
  • Conference rate: $149.00 per night.
  • Last day to book at the group rate: February 18, 2026.
  • Booking link will be included in the registration confirmation email.
Please do not share the booking link outside of registered conference attendees.
Service & Souvenirs
Support & Celebrate
Service Project: Black Boys Literacy Campaign
Student writing

Black Boys Literacy Campaign – We are proud to partner with Black Boys Literacy Campaign, who has a focus on increasing literacy amongst Black Boys in grades 1-3. We all know these are the critical years. As part of TLOD Literacy, as an Area we will be supporting this initiative with donations and our pilot chapters will be participating in the Literacy Lounge/ Saturday Reading and activity program.

Note: Registered attendees can donate directly inside the registration portal.

Our goal is to raise $1000. During registration you can make a donation, however, if you are not attending Area Conference you can also donate here:

Let’s show up and show out for Black Boys Literacy Campaign!

Conference Souvenir Journal
Journal and pen

Commemorate this milestone 50th Area III Leadership Conference by placing an ad in our Souvenir Journal. Whether celebrating a Chapter, honoring a Teen, or promoting your business, your support becomes part of our history.

  • Celebrate 50 Years of Excellence.
  • Digital and Print ad options available.
Click here for details on Ads!
Key Dates Summary
Mark your calendar
January 1 – February 3, 2026
Early Registration Window
Open from January 1 through February 3, 2026.
February 4 – 10, 2026
Late Registration +$25 Fee
Late fees apply ($25). Registration closes firmly on Feb 10.
February 10, 2026
Registration Deadline
Last day to register for the 50th Area III Conference.
February 11, 2026
Cancellation Deadline
Last day to cancel your registration (fees apply).
March 12 – 15, 2026
Conference Weekend
Join us in Lombard, IL for the 50th Leadership Conference!
Full cancellation terms and timelines will be listed in the registration portal and confirmation emails.
Key Contacts
We’re here to help
Primary Registration Contact
Lady Cheryl Ivy

Vendor Contact
Lady Constance Turner Burke

Souvenir Journal Contact
Lady Veronica White

Please direct your questions to the appropriate contact once details are confirmed.