Our monthly cross-neighborhood networking series celebrates PRIDE in June by participating in PRIDE Connect. Organized by the LGBT Chamber of Commerce of Illinois, this multi-chamber networking event will provide you the chance to meet other LGBTQ+ and inclusive business owners.

First, we’ll get an update from the LGBT Chamber about resources that can assist with business growth. Then, we’ll spend the bulk of our time making new connections through breakout rooms. GRCC is thrilled to join 14 other co-sponsors, including familiar monthly networking partners like the Andersonville, Old Town and Uptown chambers. The full list of participating organizations includes:

• Andersonville Chamber of Commerce
• Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council 
• Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce
• Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce 
• Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce
• Oak Park and River Forest Chamber of Commerce 
• Old Town Merchants and Residents Association
• Peoria Chamber of Commerce
• Peoria Pride
• Illinois Small Business Development Center for the Metro East at SIUE
• Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley University 
• Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 
• Turner Center for Entrepreneurship at Bradley University
• Uptown Chamber of Commerce
• Women’s Business Development Center 

The number and diversity of partners means all of our guests are guaranteed to meet other LGBTQ+ and ally business owners to create new opportunities!