The Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce hosts a series of educational workshops and networking events in support of our local business community. Our members get free or discounted access to all events.
Have a workshop idea? We’d love to hear it!
August 29, 2023
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Long Room, 1612 W Irving Park Rd
GRCC
Learn MoreJoin the Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce for a business networking happy hour on the patio at Long Room. Read more “Summer Networking Happy Hour at The Long Room”
June 7, 2023
1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Ravenswood Supportive Living, 1922 W Sunnyside Ave
GRCC
Learn MoreLearn about Estate Planning Strategies from a panel of local experts. This lunch and learn is designed for business owners and residents who are ready to start thinking strategically about retirement. Read more “Lunch & Learn: The Benefits of Estate Planning”
June 2, 2023
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Begyle Brewing, 1800 W Cuyler Ave
Mind Chicago, GRCC
Learn MoreCalling all local therapists and mental health professionals! Join us at Begyle Brewing for a networking happy hour for therapists sponsored by Mind Chicago and the Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce. Read more “Therapist’s Row: Networking for Mental Health Professionals”
May 25, 2023
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Good Company, 4947 N Damen
GRCC
Learn MoreJoin GRCC at Good Company for a chance to make connections with other women business leaders, entrepreneurs and artisans in the Ravenswood community. Read more “Women Leaders in Business: Spring Networking”
May 18, 2023
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
The Hatchery, 135 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago IL 60612
Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce
Learn MoreAready to start a new career? Join us for a City-wide job fair at The Hatchery! This event will provide an excellent opportunity for job seekers and those wishing to explore a career in manufacturing. Meet face-to-face with companies that are hiring right now! Read more “City-Wide Manufacturing Job Fair”
April 12, 2023
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Land & Lake Ravenswood, 1970 W Montrose Ave
GRCC, ACC
Learn MoreThe Greater Ravenswood and Andersonville chambers present a supportive workshop for participants to learn and practice anti-racist and trans-inclusive customer service. Read more “Lunch & Learn: Anti-Racist & Trans-Inclusive Customer Service”
March 29, 2023
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Freedman Seating Company, 4545 W Augusta Blvd
Jane Addams Resource Corporation
Learn MoreReady for a career change? Join us at JARC's Women in Manufacturing night and jump start your journey towards a career in manufacturing! Hear from JARC's women graduates working as machinists and welders and how their new careers changed their lives. Read more “Women in Manufacturing”
March 23, 2023
4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Cultivate by Forbidden Root, 4710 N Ravenswood Ave
GRCC & RCC
Learn MoreChicago artists- join us for an Artist Resource Happy Hour at Cultivate! Make new connections and learn about upcoming opportunities and resources for local artists. Read more “Artist Resource Happy Hour”
February 28, 2023
8:30 am to 9:30 am
1770 W Berteau Ave, Suite 101
GRCC
Learn MoreLearn how to your business up for success in 2023 and make the most of your partnership with the Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce. Read more “Maximizing Your Chamber Membership”
February 16, 2023
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
The Raven Room at Redline VR, 4702 N Ravenswood Ave
GRCC
Learn MoreJoin the GRCC for a Networking Night at Redline VR! We’re pleased to be joined at this event by 40th Ward Alderman Andre Vasquez and 47th Ward Alderman Matt Martin. Read more “Networking Happy Hour with the Alderman”
February 10, 2023
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
161 N Clark St 12th FL Chicago, IL 60601
Small Business Advisory Council
Learn MoreThe Small Business Advisory Council is partnering with local chambers to host a Mayoral Forum! The Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce is among the sponsors of this forum focused on issues impacting small businesses and the revitalization of neighborhood business districts. Join us for a policy-driven discussion with questions about issues that impact our small […] … Read more “SBAC 2023 Chicago Mayoral Candidate Forum”
February 8, 2023
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
1415 N Cherry Ave, Chicago IL 60642
MxD
Learn MoreGRCC is co-hosting a mayoral forum focused on the state of industry in Chicago. Candidates will respond to questions about how their platforms impact local manufacturers. Read more “Mayoral Forum: A New Industrial Vision for Chicago”
February 1, 2023
1:00 pm
Zoom
Department of Planning and Development
Learn MoreSmall Business Improvement Fund grant applications open for businesses in the Clark/Montrose TIF district on February 1, 2023. Register for this webinar to learn more. Read more “Clark/Montrose Small Business Improvement Fund Webinar”
December 15, 2022
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
KOVAL Distillery, 4241 N Ravenswood Ave
GRCC, ACC
Learn More🚨 THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! Business leaders- you’re invited to unwind this Holiday Season with our friends and neighbors from Andersonville at our first Holiday Mixer! The Greater Ravenswood and Andersonville chambers are uniting our small business communities for an evening of celebration in KOVAL Distillery’s beautiful Tasting Room. This festive event will bring […] … Read more “Ravenswood x Andersonville Holiday Mixer”
November 1, 2022
11:30 am to 1:00 pm
4325 N Ravenswood Ave
Artifact Events
Learn MoreA Lunch & Learn session on Government Tax Credits and Incentives for Small Businesses. Read more “Lunch & Learn: Government Tax Credits & Incentives”
October 20, 2022
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
4710 N Ravenswood Ave
Cultivate by Forbidden Root
Learn MoreEnjoy locally brewed beer, light snacks, and new connections at Ravenswood's newest brewery. Read more “Networking Happy Hour at Cultivate by Forbidden Root”
October 12, 2022
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
2251 N Lincoln Ave
LPs T.A.P House
Learn MoreMake new connections at the 18th annual multi-chamber Networking Extravaganza scheduled for Wednesday, October 12! Get to know professionals from the north, south and west sides of Chicago over appetizers and drinks at LPs T.A.P. House in Lincoln Park. $25 / $35 at the door Read more “Networking Extravaganza 2022”
August 3, 2022
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Land & Lake Ravenswood, 1970 W Montrose Ave
GRCC
Learn MoreJoin the Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce for a rooftop business networking night at Land & Lake Ravenswood. Read more “Rooftop Networking Night at Land & Lake Ravenswood”
July 28, 2022
12:00 pm
Zoom
WTTW
Learn MoreJoin WTTW and the Folded Map Project for an online conversation with Chicago small business owners from across the city to discuss the impacts that segregation has on their livelihoods and communities. Read more “WTTW’s Firsthand: Segregation – Small Businesses & Segregation in Chicago”
July 18, 2022
1:30 pm to 3:15 pm
Ravenswood Supportive Living, 1922 W Sunnyside Ave
GRCC
Learn MoreAt our next Lunch & Learn & Network event, enjoy lunch from Tuscan Hen Market while learning about Exit Planning Strategies for Entrepreneurs. After that, we'll move outside to the patio for fresh air and open networking. Read more “Lunch & Learn: Exit Planning Strategies for Entrepreneurs”
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