Super Early Bird Registration Available for Chicago

As I announced last week, we’re heading back to the always-popular Sheraton Suites Chicago O’Hare in Chicago on October 29–30 for TE Connect Fall 2026.

This will be another unforgettable TE Connect experience filled with networking, collaboration, industry insight, and plenty of opportunities to reconnect with recruiters from across the country.

However, I am back this week with another announcement . . .

Top Echelon is officially opening Super Early Bird Registration for TE Connect in Chicago, and if you’ve been waiting for your sign to commit, this is it.

That’s because you can lock in your spot at the Super Early Bird rate of just $375 per person.

So mark your calendar, grab your seat early, and get ready for another incredible TE Connect event in Chicago!

Event Details

If bullet points are your love language, we’ve got you covered below.

• Main Event Dates: Thursday–Friday, October 29–30, 2026
• Location: Chicago, Illinois
• Venue: Sheraton Suites Chicago O’Hare
• Registration Cost: $375
• Registration Includes:
  • Product insight and software training
  • Recruiter-to-recruiter networking
  • Practical strategies you can use immediately in your business

We’re still building out the full agenda, but we already know this much: it’s going to be packed with training, networking, collaboration, and actionable takeaways.

What You Can Expect

TE Connect Fall 2026 is designed to help recruiters finish the year strong and head into 2027 with momentum.

Below is just a preview of what’s in store . . .

1. High-Impact Networking

Build new relationships with recruiters across TE Network and strengthen existing partnerships that can lead to more split placements and long-term collaboration.

2. Practical Software Training

Learn how to get more out of your Top Echelon tools with hands-on guidance and real-world recruiting workflows from the TE team.

3. Industry Expertise

We’re excited to welcome Barb Bruno as one of our featured speakers.

Barbara Bruno, CPC brings decades of recruiting and training expertise to the conference, with experience spanning retained search, contract staffing, direct hire, and leadership training. Her sessions are always packed with practical insight recruiters can immediately apply to their desks.

4. Product and Platform Insight

Todd Bossler will also be sharing training and best practices designed to help recruiters maximize the value of Top Echelon’s software and recruiting platform.

With nearly three decades at Top Echelon, Todd brings a unique blend of product knowledge and recruiter-focused problem solving.

Real Community

There’s simply nothing like getting recruiters together in the same room. That’s when the real magic happens.

Ideas get exchanged, partnerships get built, placements happen, and momentum grows. Considering the current state of the job market, these are all things we could use right now.

And yes . . . there will probably be plenty of stories shared, too.

Recruiters Are Already Registering

Momentum for TE Connect Fall 2026 is already building, with recruiters from a wide variety of specialties signing up early.

Current niche participation includes:

• Manufacturing
• Sales
• Engineering
• Food
• Accounting
• HR
• Automotive
• Finance
• IT
• Operations
• Marketing
• Executive Search
• CNC and Machine specialties
• And more

The diversity of recruiting specialties represented creates even more opportunities for split placements, collaboration, and expanding your recruiting network.

Why You Should Attend

Attending TE Connect Fall 2026 is more than just attending another conference.

It’s an investment in your recruiting business.

Here’s why:

• Build More Partnerships: Strong recruiter relationships lead to stronger split opportunities.
• Learn Practical Strategies: Walk away with ideas and tactics you can implement immediately.
• Gain Product Knowledge: Use your Top Echelon tools more efficiently and effectively.
• Recharge Your Energy: Sometimes the best thing you can do for your business is step away from the desk and reconnect with people who understand the industry.
• Finish the Year Strong: Fall is the perfect time to sharpen your focus and prepare for a successful 2027.

Let’s Connect in Chicago!

We’re looking forward to heading back to Chicago this October for another unforgettable TE Connect experience.

Whether you’re a TE Connect veteran or planning to attend for the very first time, TE Connect Fall 2026 is shaping up to deliver the networking, collaboration, insights, and recruiter-to-recruiter connections that make this event so valuable year after year.

And now is the perfect time to secure your spot.

Register for TE Connect Fall 2026!

Once again, Super Early Bird Registration is officially open at just $375 per person, giving you the opportunity to lock in the best available rate before prices increase.

So mark your calendar for October 29–30, reserve your seat, and start making plans for Chicago.

We can’t wait to see you there!