Tuesday, October 28, 2008

11/18 2009 Chicago Entrepreneurial Forecast

2009 Chicagoland Entrepreneurial Forecast
Shed some light on what next year’s economy will bring for entrepreneurs here in Chicago. The panelists are experts in a variety of areas, including the outlook for raising outside capital next year, what opportunities exist for local entrepreneurs abroad, and how Chicago is positioned for technology internet based companies. After the panel, stick around for networking with the panel, CEC board members, and the other leading entrepreneurs from the area.
11/18
5:30-8:00pm
Park Hyatt
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From the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce.

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

11/15 Workshop: Chicago Public Library Biz Resources

Free Chicago Public Library Open House

Business Librarians will be on hand to showcase all the library has to offer small businesses, including:
  • Sample Business Plans
  • Online Resources
  • One-on-One Consultation w/ a Librarian
  • and more!

Saturday, November 15th
10:0am-12:00noon
Harold Washington Library Business Dept.
400 S State

Monday, October 20, 2008

Policy Update: Green Certification

This Clout City article, "What Does Green Mean?", shows how the CSBA is advocating on green business' behalf.

Thursday, October 09, 2008

2008 Sustainable Cities Symposium (10/24)

2008 Sustainable Cities Symposium
Presented by the State of Illinois Green Governments Coordinating Council

Join Lt. Governor Pat Quinn in learning how to make your community more sustainable by implementing a variety of green practices. Municipal representatives and sustainability experts will speak on topics including green renovation and construction, building operations, land use planning, transportation, water conservation, and waste management. This is an opportunity to exchange ideas and best practices with other cities throughout Illinois and apply these methods to your community.

Free
Friday, October 24, 2008
Lisle

Wednesday, October 08, 2008

SustainPro Conference (Deep Discount for Members)

SustainPro Conference: Building Sustainable Corporate Operations

CSBA Members and 3 Colleagues Can Register Here for $160 Each
Includes admission, speakers, Pickens' book, breakfast, lunch and cocktails.
(A $235 Savings and almost 60% Discount)

See T. Boone Pickens, Seventh Generation CEO Jeffrey Hollender, Interface Chairman Ray Anderson, Suzanne Malec-McKenna, and others who show you how to grab energy savings and share sustainability secrets for your corporate stakeholders. Get a FREE copy of “The First Billion is the Hardest" and network with 200+ Corporate Responsibility Officers at the co-located CRO Conference.

October 29th-30th
O'Hare
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Discount on Design Services

John Beske Communications
In the month of October, CSBA members receive:
FREE 1/2 hour consultation to perfect your message and expand your market.
20% off all marketing, advertising and graphic design services.

Firebelly Design
Discount for Non-Profits and Start-Ups
Logos, E-mail Marketing, and Website at Deeply Discounted Prices

Free Upcoming Speaker: Tim Sanders

Tim Sanders: Author, Saving the World at Work

October 15th, 8:00-11:00am
Intercontinental Hotel, King Arthur Court
505 N Michigan
RSVP: 917.606.8112 or rachelb@eventivemarketing.com by 10/10

Free Upcoming Speaker: T. Boone Pickens

JOIN T. BOONE PICKENS For an Energy Town Hall Meeting
Where he will discuss his plan and take questions from the audience.

Tuesday, October 14
10:30 AM (Doors Open 9:00 AM)
No ticket required, open to the public. Limited seating available.
R.S.V.P. reply to townhall@respublicagroup.com

Navy Pier
Grand Ballroom
Chicago, IL

Tuesday, October 07, 2008

11/6 Upcoming Conf Discount: Midwest Alternative Energy Forum






Carefully selected Midwest-based companies will highlight innovative technologies. Researchers and entrepreneurs will share what is new and exciting in this rapidly growing field while connecting them with the venture capitalists that will take these ideas and companies to the next level.

Thursday, November 6, 2008
Gleacher Center
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CSBA Members: Register here.