Summit Studio - Global Leadership Network

Studio Audience Details for GLS25

We cannot wait for you to join us as part of our studio audience at The Global Leadership Summit August 7-8, 2025! This page will have the information you need to make this Summit one to remember!

Schedule

As part of our studio audience, you will experience the Summit in our auditorium where our ministry and marketplace speakers will share their insights to help you gain new perspectives, shift your mindset, and stir wonder to help you cast a vision of calling and purpose. Between sessions, you can enjoy soda, snacks, and other drinks, or visit our local café to purchase a beverage.

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Lunch

Pre-order your lunch for the Summit or explore a few local restaurants while you're here!

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Volunteers

Our Summit would not be possible without the gifted time and talents of our volunteers. They support our event in a variety of ways, including hospitality, technology, and maintenance—all to provide our guests an enjoyable experience!

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Campus Map

Check out the Willow Creek map to find your way around the campus.

Campus Map

Directions to Willow Creek Community Church

Willow Creek Community Church 
67 Algonquin Road 
South Barrington, IL 60010

A large group of people walking into the event entrance of large brick building.

From O’Hare Airport

Take exit to I-294 North
Immediately take exit to I-90 (Northwest Tollway to Rockford)
Go west on I-90
Exit Barrington Road NorthTurn right on Algonquin Road
Go east on Algonquin Road for 1/4 mile
Church entrance will be on your right

(40 minute drive, considering traffic)

From Midway Airport

Go Northbound on Cicero Avenue
Take I-55 South (Stevenson Expressway)
Take Toll Road I-294 North
Take I-90 West (Northwest Tollway to Rockford)
Exit Barrington Road North
Turn right on Algonquin Road
Go east on Algonquin Road 1/4 mile
Church entrance will be on your right

(70 minute drive, considering traffic)

Parking

Parking will be available on the property both in the main lot and our remote, Fast Track lot off of Barrington Road. We encourage carpooling, if possible, as we anticipate a full lot.

Additional remote parking will be available at: 

AMC Theater 24 
175 Studio Drive 
South Barrington, IL 60010

A carry-on breakfast will be available for the first 350 guests. 

Busses will run from 5:30 – 9:30 a.m. and 2:50 – 5 p.m. both days. One bus will be on campus 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.

When Booking Your Stay, Be Sure to Note

Mention The Global Leadership Summit to get the special pricing.
Rooms and rates are subject to availability.
Rates do not include hotel tax/fees.
Rates are single or double occupancy; additional people may increase room rate.
Rates are a standard room; upgraded rooms or suites may be at additional cost.
Cancellation policies will vary, please check with the hotel before booking.
Contact the individual hotel with questions on the above information.
Global Leadership Network assumes no liability for your stay at any of the area hotels.