March Madness Networking Event
2026-03-19 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Buddy & Pal’s Crown Point, 1206 E Summit St., Crown Point, IN, 46307, United States
Join us for an afternoon full of college basketball and networking
Buddy & Pal’s Place 1206 E Summit St., Crown Point, IN
Get to know more business leaders than ever as NWIBRT, CAF and Rieth-Riley partner to bring together developers, business owners, financial institutions, economic development professionals and contractors for a day of networking,
sports entertainment and good times.
Food and drinks will be provided!
Free for members!
Register Today!

Business Development & Marketing Committee Meeting
2026-04-14 14:00 - 15:00
The next meeting for the Business Development & Marketing Committee will be April 14.

2026 CAF/NWIBRT Awards Banquet
2026-05-07 17:00 - 21:00 | Avalon Manor, 3550 US 30, Merrillville, IN, 46410, United States
2026 CAF/NWIBRT Awards Banquet – Thursday, May 7 from 5-9 PM
The CAF/NWIBRT Awards Banquet —hosted through a partnership between Construction Advancement Foundation (CAF) and NWIBRT—gives companies the opportunity to be recognized for their commitment to nothing less than safety excellence in their operations. The Awards assist companies in showing their customers and communities that they take safety seriously.
At the CAF/NWIBRT Awards Banquet, all attendees can be defined by a single resounding trait: excellence in all they do.
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NWIBRT Executive Committee Meeting
2026-05-19 16:30 - 19:00
The location of our May Board of Directors meeting will be held at location to be determined.
Thank you!

Business Development & Marketing Committee Meeting
2026-06-09 14:00 - 15:00
The next meeting for the Business Development & Marketing Committee will be June 9.

Smoke-Off, Cook Off
2026-07-21 13:00 - 17:00 | Bulldog Park, 183 S West St, Crown Point, 46307, United States
Who Will Be Crowned the Master of Meats?
We’ve heard your brags. We’ve heard your boisterous comments about your carnivorous culinary skills. And now, we’re putting your meats where our mouths are, to find out who will become champion! Who has what it takes to reign supreme during the NWIBRT Smoke-Off/Cook Off?
During this special event, competitors will get to show off their grill or meat smoking mastery. We’ll be under the pavilion, out of the sun or rain, at the beautiful Bulldog Park in Crown Point.
Only the best of the best will take home the grand prize! A trophy that will instill envy in all who gaze upon it! The winner will get to keep this sacred chalice for the entire year and show all their colleagues who’s the king of outdoor cuisine. We’re talking eternal glory here, seared forever.
Think you have what it takes to be a champion? Sign up as a competitor for your shot at the title!
Cooking spots are limited, so secure your spot now!
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, July 21.
Time: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Participant judging: 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.. Winner announced: 4:00 p.m. Social Time 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: Bulldog Park, Crown Point.
Entry Information: $300.00

Includes 2 Admission Tickets
Two 8’ Tables to Prep and Serve
Tasting Cups, Forks and Napkins Provided
Must Bring Your Own Smoker/Cooking appliance
Limited Registrations Available

Competition Guidelines:

Choose the best mouth-watering recipe that you have. Each attendee will receive an approximate 1 oz. portion of your deliciousness for them to judge.
Competitors can bring food already prepared or may arrive as early as 9 a.m. to start cooking. We recommend bringing pre-cooked items to warm up and serve at the event.
Grills and smokers are allowed onsite, but they are required to have something beneath them to catch any spills or grease.
Smoke and cook your best meat dishes. Hand out samples for attendees to taste and vote for their favorites.
For hot entrees, we will provide one chaffing holder with 2 sternos to keep your food at the required temperature of 140 degrees for serving. Don’t worry, we will make it easy for you and have a designated person to check the temp of your food.
For cold entrees, you will need to provide ice to keep food at 40 degrees or less.
We will provide each competitor two tables to prep and serve, tasting cups, forks and napkins. Any utensils that you need may need including knives, cutting boards, etc. will need to be brought by the competitor.

Prizes:

The winner will receive bragging rights and a coveted traveling trophy.

Tickets:

$40 – includes general admission, tasting of competitors entrees, side dishes, judging token and one drink ticket.

Tickets & Sponsorships

NWIBRT Executive Committee Meeting
2026-08-18 16:30 - 19:00
The location of our August Board of Directors meeting will be held at location to be determined.
Thank you!

The NWIBRT Hard Hat Charity Golf Outing
2026-09-17 07:00 - 2026-09-18 16:00 | White Hawk Country Club, 1001 White Hawk Dr., Crown Point, IN, 46307, United States
Two Fun Filled Days for You… and a Hole in One for Your Company
Everything about attending the NWIBRT Hard Hat Charity Golf Outing is a win for both you and your company. It’s two days of fun on a luxurious golf course where you’ll be treated to great food, drinks, and opportunities to meet people that can truly drive results for your business.
Plus, it’s a charity event that supports numerous local causes, meaning that your participation will get noticed by the community. Proceeds from the event are also used to support NWI safety initiatives and educational programming.
The outing will take place on Thursday Sept. 17th and 18th at the White Hawk Country Club in Crown Point and is a joint effort between the Northwest Indiana Business RoundTable (NWIBRT), the Northwest Indiana Building and Construction Trades Council, and the Construction Advancement Foundation (CAF).
This event sells out fast!
Golfers will enjoy VIP privileges, good eats, and great drinks. Sign up now for access to the most entertaining business event of the year.
Schedule for both days:

7:00AM – Registration Opens (all raffle donations can be dropped off at registration)
7:30AM – Bloody Mary Bar Opens
8:45AM – All Golfers to their Golf Cart
8:55AM – Announcements
9:00AM – Shotgun Start with Par Being Everyone’s Friend
2:30PM – 4:30”ish” – Reception, Food, Beverages, Raffles and Contest Prizes

For full details please visit our Golf Outing event page.

Business Development & Marketing Committee Meeting
2026-10-13 14:00 - 15:00
The next meeting for the Business Development & Marketing Committee will be Oct 13.

2026 Business & Economic Outlook
2026-10-30 08:00 - 12:00 | Ivy Tech Community College, 3100 Ivy Tech Dr., Valparaiso, IN, 46383, United States
Learn First-Hand What Business Trends are Influencing NWI’s Economy
Sponsored by the Northwest Indiana Business Roundtable (NWIBRT) and the Construction Advancement Foundation of Northwest Indiana (CAF), the 2026 Business & Economic Outlook is an informative program designed to provide key insights on trends influencing business and industry. The program will feature presentations from leaders in various business sectors and government agencies, and conclude with a detailed economic picture of Northwest Indiana and United States.
Friday, October 30, 2026
Free for Members!

2026’s SPEAKERS:
TBA

NWIBRT Executive Committee Meeting
2026-11-24 16:30 - 19:00
The location of our November Board of Directors meeting will be held at location to be determined.
Thank you!

Holiday Party
2026-12-04 16:00 - 19:00
Annual Holiday Party December 4th, 2026 from 4:00pm-7:00pm.
More details to come.
