COMING SOON
2026 Private Club Golf &
Continuing Education Invitational
Monday July 27th, 2026 | 8-5 Rain or Shine
Royal Melbourne Country Club | North Shore, Chicago
~ Registration Available Soon ~
Individual Registration: $350
Foursome: $1,400
(Includes CE session, golf, cart, contests, reception, and dinner)
Participation is limited due to private-club capacity and CE program seating.
This event is intentionally designed as a dual-purpose professional experience:
- Accredited continuing education
- Executive-level networking
- Championship private-club golf
Bringing together bankers, CPAs, attorneys, valuation professionals, and finance leaders in an exceptional setting, this Invitational balances professional development with meaningful relationship-building.
Continuing Education Program
Prior to the golf program, attendees will participate in an approved Continuing Education session focused on relevant valuation, market, and financial risk topics impacting today’s capital markets.
The CE session will:
- Provide technical insight applicable to banking, accounting, and valuation professionals
- Address current market dynamics and risk considerations
- Support ongoing professional credential requirements
- Deliver substantive educational value — not marketing content
Approved CE credit hours will be issued to qualified attendees in accordance with ASA and applicable professional guidelines.
Full session agenda and credit details will be provided upon registration.
The Venue: Royal Melbourne Country Club
Royal Melbourne’s championship course is set among wetlands, ponds, prairies, and mature trees — a layout that blends strategic design with natural beauty.
The course offers:
- Championship-level conditioning
- Thoughtfully designed risk/reward holes
- Rolling fairways framed by native landscape
- A private-club atmosphere focused on service and experience
Non Golfers have access to platform tennis, paddle ball, tennis, and the pool.
The Australia-inspired Victorian-style clubhouse provides an elegant setting for both the CE program and the post-round reception.
This is a true private-club experience — structured, refined, and professionally curated.
Event Structure
The Invitational is structured to create value both intellectually and relationally.
- Continuing Education Session
- Registration & Practice Facility Access
- Shotgun Start
- On-Course Competitions
- Post-Round Reception
- Dinner & Awards Program
The day is designed to encourage substantive dialogue — both in the classroom and on the course.
Purpose of the Event
The ASA Chicago Chapter Golf & CE Invitational supports:
- Continuing education initiatives
- Professional excellence in valuation
- Cross-industry collaboration
- Strengthening the financial and advisory community
This event reflects the professional standards of our membership and the industries we serve.
VIP Executive Experience
VIP Executive Registration: $450
This is a curated professional development and networking experience hosted at one of the North Shore’s premier private clubs.
Availability is limited due to seating and tasting capacity.
Reservations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
We look forward to welcoming you for a day of education, engagement, and championship golf at Royal Melbourne Country Club.
Curated Wine Tasting & Reserved Seating
For those seeking an elevated experience, the ASA Chicago Chapter offers a limited VIP Executive Registration option.
The VIP tier includes all standard event benefits plus exclusive access to a private, guided wine tasting reception inside the Royal Melbourne clubhouse.
What the VIP Experience Includes
In addition to:
- Continuing Education session
- Championship golf
- Cart and on-course contests
- Reception and dinner
VIP participants receive:
- Access to a curated, guided wine tasting led by the Club’s sommelier or wine director
- A premium selection of wines not offered during general reception service
- Structured tasting commentary on region, vintage, and production
- Reserved seating during dinner
- VIP recognition in the event program
This portion of the evening is designed to foster smaller-group dialogue and elevated conversation in a refined setting.
The Wine Experience
The tasting will feature a curated selection of premium wines selected to complement the event menu and reflect a range of regions and styles.
Discussion topics will include:
- Regional characteristics and terroir
- Vintage differentiation
- Production techniques
- Pairing considerations
- Market trends within the fine wine category
The goal is not simply to serve wine, but to provide a structured, engaging experience appropriate for a professional audience.
Why Consider VIP
The VIP tier is designed for:
- Senior executives
- Firm leaders
- Sponsors
- Clients
- Guests seeking a more curated experience
It creates a more intimate setting within the broader event and enhances the overall private-club experience.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorship opportunities are available for firms seeking targeted visibility within a highly specialized professional audience.
Options include:
- CE Program Sponsorship
- Reception Sponsorship
- Hole Sponsorship
- Contest Sponsorship
- Event Recognition & Signage
This is high-quality exposure in a controlled, executive-level environment.
Attire
– Business casual for CE session.
Proper golf attire required for course play in accordance with Royal Melbourne Country Club standards.No Denim, No T-Shirts, men must wear a collared shirt. No Cut off jeans.
– An Elevated Professional Experience
This is not simply a golf outing.