It's our immense pleasure to invite you to Shaker's 75th anniversary celebration, a remarkable milestone that reflects our legacy of innovation, dedication, and shared success.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Daytime Events:
Shaker Hub
Evening Events:
Riverside Country Club
Arrival day for remote employees
AM: Town hall followed by an anniversary celebration at the Hub;
PM: Party at Riverside Country Club
Work day at the Hub
Departure day for remote employees
Remote employees should plan to arrive on Monday, July 20th, to allow time to settle before activities begin the next morning.
Remote employees should plan to depart on Thursday, July 23rd.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago West Oak Park by IHG
1140 Lake St, Oak Park, IL 60301
Carleton of Oak Park
1110 Pleasant St, Oak Park, IL 60302
Please submit the travel request form. We will be booking all flights and accommodations for remote employees.
Remote employees may expense (via Brex or Paylocity) transportation to and from the airport. The hotels are within walking distance of The Hub. Uber vouchers will be given to get from The Hub to Riverside Golf Club on Tuesday.
Business professional or business dressy attire
Suits, sport coats, dress shirts, ties (optional), dress slacks, and polished dress shoes
Dresses, cocktail-length dresses, dressy jumpsuits, skirts, blouses, tailored pants, and dress shoes or heels
Coordinate colors and styles that make you feel confident and comfortable in professional photographs
Casual wear such as jeans, t-shirts, sweatshirts, athletic wear, shorts, or sneakers
Overly casual footwear, including flip-flops or slides
Clothing that appears worn, distressed, or overly informal
"Our goal is for everyone to look and feel their best as we celebrate this memorable occasion and capture professional photos that we'll cherish for years to come. When in doubt, choose the dressier option."
Remote employees travel day
3rd Annual Shaker Pickleball Tournament
Breakfast
Town Hall
Lunch
Join us for a volunteer event benefiting Blessings in a Backpack, a nonprofit that provides weekend food for children who might otherwise go hungry when school meals are unavailable. In the morning, you’ll find cards on your desk to write supportive notes to the kids. Then, stop by the tables outside Suite 65 anytime from 2:00–4:00 p.m. to build two food bags.
Load buses
Cocktail Party & Dinner
Teams work from The Hub. Headshots & team activity. Please speak with your respective team leader for the day's agenda. Breakfast and lunch provided.
**Leaders: it is your responsibility to plan meetings and activities for your individual teams, but please remain in The Hub
Remote employees travel day
Reaching 75 years in business is a testament to the exceptional contributions of our team members, the trust of our clients, and the strength of our partnerships. This milestone would not be possible without each of you.
Please reserve these dates on your calendar immediately and arrange your schedule accordingly. Remote employees can expect communications on how to book travel in the coming months.
We look forward to gathering together to honor our legacy and celebrate our bright future ahead.
With appreciation and excitement,

Joe Shaker Jr.
President & CEO, Shaker Recruitment Marketing
