Chicagoland’s Weekly Business Update
SPECIAL EVENT
Join Siemens USA CEO Barbara Humpton for Special Chamber EV Event
PRESENTED BY THE CHICAGOLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The Chicagoland Chamber is hosting a special breakfast panel on August 25, featuring Siemens USA CEO Barbara Humpton to discuss efforts that are underway to build out an EV charging network, and the unique opportunities and challenges that come along with it. Humpton will be joined by Illinois Commerce Chair Carrie Zalewski, Illinois Department of Transportation Deputy Secretary Becky Locker, and the newly appointed Illinois Electrical Vehicle Officer Megha Lakhchaura. Join the Chamber for this unique breakfast panel, moderated by Axios Chicago’s Justin Kaufmann, to learn more about how our country’s charging infrastructure is preparing to implement vital growth in a booming industry.
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DOG-FRIENDLY EVENT
Yappy Hour at Electric Garden
PRESENTED BY EMERGING LEADERS CHICAGO & THE ILLINOIS SBDC
Join local professionals for an electric, dog-friendly happy hour on August 24 at Electric Garden. Hosted by Emerging Leaders Chicago and the Chicagoland Chamber’s Small Business Development Center, attendees are encouraged to bring their furry friends for an evening of networking and socializing in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood. Guests without pets are also encouraged to join the mix for this unique event! Electric Garden is a vibrant ode to both Old Chicago and New Chicago, with bright, colorful, dog-friendly, classic, fun.
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OP-ED
Fix the Eisenhower, America’s Most Congested Road
PRESENTED BY THE CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
Chicagoland Chamber President and CEO Jack Lavin and American Council of Civil Engineering Companies of Illinois President and CEO Kevin Artl provide perspective on the importance of rebuilding the Eisenhower Expressway (I-290) to improve accessibility to Chicago’s Western communities and address congestion concerns through modernization.
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SMALL BUSINESS
Commercial Leases – Why and How to Negotiate
PRESENTED BY ILLINOIS SBDC
Join the Illinois Small Business Development Center at the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce for a webinar that will cover the differences between commercial and residential leases, as well as a high-level overview of the different commercial lease structures. Featured speaker Noeli Serna of Serna Legal Services will also discuss the structure and high-risk clauses in a commercial lease agreement and will provide negotiating tips and guidance with respect to those clauses.
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NETWORKING EVENT
Last Chance to Register for Business After Business at TAO Chicago
PRESENTED BY THE CHICAGOLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce and TAO Chicago welcome you to the latest installment of the Chamber’s monthly Business After Business networking series on Tuesday, August 16. Registration closes tomorrow for this distinct event in TAO’s dynamic event space including LED walls, koi pond, and more! Business After Business events are casual and fun, and where business gets done.
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