GRCC PresentsBusiness Networking + Educational Events

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!

Lunch & Learn: Anti-Racist & Trans-Inclusive Customer Service

Lunch & Learn: Anti-Racist & Trans-Inclusive Customer Service

April 12, 2023

2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Land & Lake Ravenswood, 1970 W Montrose Ave

GRCC, ACC

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The 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”

Women in Manufacturing

Women in Manufacturing

March 29, 2023

5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Freedman Seating Company, 4545 W Augusta Blvd

Jane Addams Resource Corporation

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Ready 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”

Artist Resource Happy Hour

Artist Resource Happy Hour

March 23, 2023

4:30 pm to 6:30 pm

Cultivate by Forbidden Root, 4710 N Ravenswood Ave

GRCC & RCC

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Chicago 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”

Networking Happy Hour with the Alderman

Networking Happy Hour with the Alderman

February 16, 2023

5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

The Raven Room at Redline VR, 4702 N Ravenswood Ave

GRCC

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Join 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”

SBAC 2023 Chicago Mayoral Candidate Forum

SBAC 2023 Chicago Mayoral Candidate Forum

February 10, 2023

10:00 am to 12:00 pm

161 N Clark St 12th FL Chicago, IL 60601

Small Business Advisory Council

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The 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”

Mayoral Forum: A New Industrial Vision for Chicago

Mayoral Forum: A New Industrial Vision for Chicago

February 8, 2023

2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

1415 N Cherry Ave, Chicago IL 60642

MxD

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GRCC 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”

Clark/Montrose Small Business Improvement Fund Webinar

Clark/Montrose Small Business Improvement Fund Webinar

February 1, 2023

1:00 pm

Zoom

Department of Planning and Development

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Small 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”

Ravenswood x Andersonville Holiday Mixer

Ravenswood x Andersonville Holiday Mixer

December 15, 2022

6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

KOVAL Distillery, 4241 N Ravenswood Ave

GRCC, ACC

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🚨 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”

Networking Extravaganza 2022

Networking Extravaganza 2022

October 12, 2022

5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

2251 N Lincoln Ave

LPs T.A.P House

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Make 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”

WTTW’s Firsthand: Segregation – Small Businesses & Segregation in Chicago

WTTW’s Firsthand: Segregation – Small Businesses & Segregation in Chicago

July 28, 2022

12:00 pm

Zoom

WTTW

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Join 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”

Lunch & Learn: Exit Planning Strategies for Entrepreneurs

Lunch & Learn: Exit Planning Strategies for Entrepreneurs

July 18, 2022

1:30 pm to 3:15 pm

Ravenswood Supportive Living, 1922 W Sunnyside Ave

GRCC

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At 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”

Women Leaders in Business: Spring Networking

Women Leaders in Business: Spring Networking

May 24, 2022

2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Anna's Thai Kitchen, 1828 W Montrose Ave

Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce

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Join GRCC at Anna's Thai Kitchen for a chance to make valuable connections with other women business leaders, entrepreneurs and artisans in the greater Ravenswood community. Read more “Women Leaders in Business: Spring Networking”

GRCC’s State of Ravenswood Panel Discussion

GRCC’s State of Ravenswood Panel Discussion

March 24, 2022

11:30 am to 1:30 pm

KOVAL Distillery, 4241 N Ravenswood Ave

Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce

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Join GRCC for a discussion and Q&A session with Ravenswood's elected officials. Our panel of alderman will field questions about issues affecting those living and working in our community. Read more “GRCC’s State of Ravenswood Panel Discussion”

Virtual Business Networking for Andersonville, Ravenswood & Uptown

Virtual Business Networking for Andersonville, Ravenswood & Uptown

February 17, 2022

11:30 am to 1:00 pm

Zoom

Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, Andersonville Chamber of Commerce

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Join the Andersonville, Ravenswood, and Uptown chambers of commerce for an afternoon of business networking and new connections. Read more “Virtual Business Networking for Andersonville, Ravenswood & Uptown”

Clark/Montrose Small Business Improvement Fund Info Session

Clark/Montrose Small Business Improvement Fund Info Session

February 2, 2022

1:00 pm

Zoom

Department of Planning + Development

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Small Business Improvement Fund grant applications open for businesses in the Clark/Montrose TIF district on February 1, 2022. Register for this webinar to learn more. Read more “Clark/Montrose Small Business Improvement Fund Info Session”

City of Chicago Industrial Energy Efficiency Workshop

City of Chicago Industrial Energy Efficiency Workshop

December 2, 2021

8:00 am to 10:00 am

Online

The City Of Chicago, ComEd, Peoples Gas, + EPA Region 5

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The City of Chicago, ComEd, Peoples Gas, and the Environmental Protection Agency are hosting a free workshop focused on industrial cost-saving and energy-reducing programs for Chicago facilities. Read more “City of Chicago Industrial Energy Efficiency Workshop”

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