Advance Your Career While Giving Back

PEAC provides numerous opportunities for pre-MBA private equity professionals to socialize, learn and give back to Chicago. PEAC hosts four primary annual events (the Analyst Networking Forum, MBA Forum, Civic Service Fair and PEAC Gala).

Annual Analyst Networking Forum

Career-fair format opportunity for pre-MBA professionals interested in PE recruiting to connect with representatives (typically typically Associates, Senior Associates and Vice Presidents) from PEAC member firms.

Continuing Education

PEAC hosts events for our members to discuss the opportunities and challenges that the industry is currently facing and to teach various skills to aid in the evaluation of investment opportunities.

Annual MBA Forum

PEAC members can participate in a panel discussion among admissions representatives from top business schools. The Annual MBA Forum typically takes place in the spring.

Annual Civic Service Fair

Members learn about various volunteer opportunities in and around the Chicago area in partnership with local non-profit organizations. The Civic Service Fair typically takes place in the spring.

Networking Events

PEAC provides opportunities for our members to form and cultivate relationships with other young professional in the industry through various social events.

Annual PEAC Gala

The PEAC Gala is our largest annual fundraising event to support local charities, taking place in the spring. Last year's beneficiary was CARE Chicago, an organization dedicated to educating local high school students and young adults about the benefits of personal financial management.