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Illinois Land Improvement Contractors Association, Inc.
Upcoming Events
May 12, 2026
Region IV Lunch & Learn: Planning Your Exit
Thinking about selling your business someday? Not sure where to start?
Join us May 12 at 12 PM CT for our next, LICA exclusive, Region IV Lunch & Learn: Planning Your Exit with Northwestern Mutual’s Tony Perreli and Tommy Pappas.
They’ll break down how to know if you’re ready, what the process really looks like, what other families wish they knew sooner, and more.
June 16, 2026
BigIron Focus Auction
Sell with BigIron Auction and receive LICA member special pricing.
Jun 17, 2026
ILICA Benefit Blueprint: ConX - Workforce Sharing Program
Shawn Byrne of ConX USA will show how to loan out employees during slow periods, bring in qualified workers when you’re short staffed, and stabilize labor costs with your complimentary subscription. Plus give real examples of how contractors are using it today.
Jun 24, 2026
Illinois LICA Drainage Water Workshop Series: Freeport, IL
Spend a day with leading experts exploring conservation drainage, NLRS updates, wetlands considerations, nutrient loss research, and practical project insights, all designed to strengthen water quality, profitability, and conservation efforts across Illinois.
Jul 9, 2026
Illinois LICA Drainage Water Workshop Series: Decatur, IL
Spend a day with leading experts exploring conservation drainage, NLRS updates, wetlands considerations, nutrient loss research, and practical project insights—all designed to strengthen water quality, profitability, and conservation efforts across Illinois.
Details coming soon
July 20, 2026
National LICA Virtual Board Meeting
The 2026 National LICA Virtual Board Meeting will bring together National LICA leadership from across the country to discuss key issues, review committee activity, and help guide the direction of the association.
Aug 5, 2026
Illinois LICA Drainage Water Workshop Series: Noble, IL
Spend a day with leading experts exploring conservation drainage, NLRS updates, wetlands considerations, nutrient loss research, and practical project insights—all designed to strengthen water quality, profitability, and conservation efforts across Illinois.
Details coming soon
Sep 18, 2026
Area 3 Trap Shoot & Golf Outing
Kewanee, IL
Details coming soon
Sep 24, 2026
Private Sewage Disposal Contractor Virtual Training
Get 3 CEU's for the renewal of your Illinois Septic Licenses during this training co-hosted by Contractor Training Store & Illinois LICA. NOTE: Trainees MUST HAVE video capability & registration only accepted online.
Details coming soon
Oct 29, 2026
Private Sewage Disposal Contractor Virtual Training
Get 3 CEU's for the renewal of your Illinois Septic Licenses during this training co-hosted by Contractor Training Store & Illinois LICA. NOTE: Trainees MUST HAVE video capability & registration only accepted online.
Details coming soon
Nov 24, 2026
Private Sewage Disposal Contractor Virtual Training
Get 3 CEU's for the renewal of your Illinois Septic Licenses during this training co-hosted by Contractor Training Store & Illinois LICA. NOTE: Trainees MUST HAVE video capability & registration only accepted online.
Details coming soon
Feb 9-13, 2027
National LICA Winter Convention
The 2027 National LICA Winter Convention will be held at the Gila River Resort at Wild Horse Pass in Chandler, Arizona. Set against the Sonoran Desert, the resort offers a unique blend of modern amenities, scenic views, and a relaxed atmosphere, creating the perfect setting for meetings, networking, and time with fellow members.
Jul 20-24, 2027
2027 National Summer Convention
The 2027 National LICA Summer Conference will be held at the Hilton Hasbrouck Heights/Meadowlands in Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey. Conveniently located just minutes from New York City, the hotel offers easy access to major highways, local attractions, and the broader Meadowlands area making it an ideal setting for both meetings and networking.
Various Dates
National LICA Committee Meetings
National LICA will offer virtual committee meetings throughout the year to maintain momentum between major events and help members stay connected and actively advancing committee initiatives.
Here's what you missed...
Apr 30, 2026
Private Sewage Disposal Contractor Virtual Training
Get 3 CEU's for the renewal of your Illinois Septic Licenses during this training co-hosted by Contractor Training Store & Illinois LICA.
Mar 19, 2026
Private Sewage Disposal Contractor Virtual Training
Get 3 CEU's for the renewal of your Illinois Septic Licenses during this training co-hosted by Contractor Training Store & Illinois LICA.
Feb 28 - Mar 2, 2026
National LICA Winter Convention
Las Vegas, NV
Feb 20, 2026
IDOT Trucking Regulations Workshop: Noble, IL
A hands-on, information‑packed workshop designed to help contractors stay compliant, safe, and confident on the road. Illinois State Police CVEO officers will cover CDL requirements, physical qualifications, load securement, weight regulations and more!
IL Trucking Regulations Resources
Feb 19, 2026
Private Sewage Disposal Contractor Virtual Training
Get 3 CEU's for the renewal of your Illinois Septic Licenses during this training co-hosted by Contractor Training Store & Illinois LICA.
Feb 13, 2026
IDOT Trucking Regulations Workshop: Rock Island, IL
A hands-on, information‑packed workshop designed to help contractors stay compliant, safe, and confident on the road. Illinois State Police CVEO officers will cover CDL requirements, physical qualifications, load securement, weight regulations and more!
IL Trucking Regulations Resources
Feb 6, 2026
IDOT Trucking Regulations Workshop: Springfield, IL
A hands-on, information‑packed workshop designed to help contractors stay compliant, safe, and confident on the road. Illinois State Police CVEO officers will cover CDL requirements, physical qualifications, load securement, weight regulations and more!
IL Trucking Regulations Resources
Jan 21-23, 2026
Illinois LICA Convention
Targeted education, industry-leading exhibitors, strategic networking and exciting entertainment!
Bloomington, IL
Jan 22, 2026
Private Sewage Disposal Contractor Training
Get 3 CEU's for the renewal of your Illinois Septic Licenses during this training co-hosted by Contractor Training Store & Illinois LICA.
Jan 8, 2026
Private Sewage Disposal Contractor Virtual Training
Get 3 CEU's for the renewal of your Illinois Septic Licenses during this training co-hosted by Contractor Training Store & Illinois LICA.
Dec 2, 2025
Benefit Blueprint: CDL ELDT Training Provider Resources
Learn how to offer CDL Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) in-house, without outsourcing or overspending with National LICA's Caroline Krug. This exclusive Illinois LICA member benefit provides step-by-step guidance, saves you thousands, lets you train using your own staff and equipment, and walks you through everything you need to get started.
Nov 25, 2025
Private Sewage Disposal Contractor Virtual Training
Get 3 CEU's for the renewal of your Illinois Septic Licenses during this training co-hosted by Contractor Training Store & Illinois LICA.
Nov 19, 2025
Region 4 Lunch & Learn Webinar: Basics of Bonding
Whether you’re new to bonding or want a refresher, this FREE, 1-hour live webinar featuring Bill Paterno of World Insurance will break down bonding essentials complete with a live Q&A session.
Oct 30, 2025
Private Sewage Disposal Contractor Virtual Training
Get 3 CEU's for the renewal of your Illinois Septic Licenses during this training co-hosted by Contractor Training Store & Illinois LICA.
Sep 25, 2025
Private Sewage Disposal Contractor Virtual Training
Get 3 CEU's for the renewal of your Illinois Septic Licenses during this training co-hosted by Contractor Training Store & Illinois LICA.
Sep 12, 2025
Area 3 Trap Shoot & Golf Outing
Kewanee, IL
Aug 20, 2025
Benefit Blueprint: BigIron Auctions
Participants got an exclusive look at how BigIron Auctions is powering the quarterly LICA Focus Auction and discovered how members benefit from special pricing, all-inclusive equipment marketing, and a full-service auction experience!
Aug 19, 2025
2025 Woodchip Bioreactor Field Day
This year’s field day featured a hands-on demonstration as a bioreactor was installed on the Koehler farm in Henry, IL.
Aug 13, 2025
QuickBooks & Accounting: Understanding the Options
Kaylee Collinson of Courson & Associates breaks down the differences between QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online, provides an overview of accounting fundamentals, and explores essential payroll management practices.
Jul 26, 2025
Illinois LICA Off-Road Adventure, Dinner & Members' Meeting
Attica, IN
Jul 23, 2025
Industry Bites
Free dinner and relaxed networking followed by a Shop Walkaround session from United Fire Group’s Risk Control Consultant, Jason Rushman.
Jun 18, 2025
Digging into Value: Making Smart Fleet Choices in Today’s Equipment Market
DPA Auction’s VP of Sales, Luke Stamp will dive into equipment values and what they look like for the future, buying & selling strategies, and fleet depreciation.
Jun 11, 2025
Benefit Blueprint: World Insurance
World Insurance. Industry experts Michael Coughlin & Joseph Amato will break down insurance plans, commercial coverage, payroll, HR, and retirement benefits—giving you the tools to make informed decisions.
Jun 10, 2025
Insurance Policies: Where Do You Stand?
Bruce Mosier of Prins Insurance who will cover key industry updates, premium reduction strategies, and risk management insights to help you optimize your coverage and protect your business.
Jun 6, 2025
Area 6 Trap Shoot & Golf Outing
Mattoon, IL
May 21, 2025
Conservation Drainage Site Suitability Training
Come join us to explore the key factors that make a field ideal for woodchip bioreactors, saturated buffers, and drainage water management.