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Military & Veterans Night Out at Caterpillar Visitors Center

Service Members, Veterans and their Family Members are invited to join IJF for a fun night out.* *Eventbrite Registration & Military/Veteran ID required for entry. Join Illinois Joining Forces for a fun night out with family and community. Veterans and Service Members will have the opportunity to visit with service providers and learn about local resources. Guests will also enjoy the Caterpillar Visitors Center and all the attractions it has to offer. There will also be a special World War II exhibit by Caterpillar. Children can enjoy crafts, a face painter, and more family-friendly fun. Dinner will be provided. Register Today

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Roll Call Chicagoland

Westwood Tavern 1385 North Meacham Road, Schaumburg, United States

ALL CALL! Chicago Veterans Professional Networking & Holiday Fundraiser Join Roll Call Chicago this month in Schaumburg for our monthly professional networking event sponsored by Old National Bank. There will be a Toys for Tots collection box on site, so please bring a toy in its original packaging if you'd like to support the toy drive! Registration includes food, one (1) drink ticket, and a raffle ticket! There will also be opportunities to participate in a 50/50 split the pot and a silent auction! MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN! Sponsors and other great Chicago Veterans Roll Call partners will be in attendance to talk about available positions at their companies as well as other support efforts for veterans, service members, and their families. The Roll Call Executive Committee and other Chicago Veterans leadership will also be onsite to connect with veterans seeking professional development and introduce them to corporate and community partners with opportunities to help them with their career development. Resumés are not required to attend, but we highly recommend having your LinkedIn Mobile App updated and ready to go in order to connect and continue networking after the event is over! Register Today

Join The Veteran Business Connection

Rosie's Home Cookin' 1567 North Aurora Rd., Naperville, United States

The monthly Veteran-Owned Business Networking Meeting is an excellent opportunity for veteran entrepreneurs to connect with other like-minded individuals and gain valuable insights and advice.

Free

Veteran Owned Business Showcase Fair

Veterans of Foreign Wars 908 Jackson Avenue, Naperville, United States

Veteran Owned Business Showcase Fair Welcome to the Veteran Owned Business Showcase Fair! Join us on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 12:00 PM for an exciting in-person event showcasing local Veteran-owned businesses sponsored by the Naperville based Veteran Business Connection (VBC). At the Veteran Owned Business Showcase Fair, you'll have the opportunity to discover and support a wide range of businesses owned and operated by our brave Veterans. From innovative startups to established enterprises, this event showcases the talent, dedication, and resilience of our Veterans in the business world. Explore the exhibition area where you can connect with Veteran entrepreneurs, learn about their unique products and services, and even make valuable connections for your own ventures. From cutting-edge technology to handmade crafts, there's something for everyone at this fair. Whether you're a fellow Veteran entrepreneur, a supporter of Veteran-owned businesses, or simply curious about the incredible contributions of our Veterans, this event is a must-attend. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate and support our veteran-owned businesses. Mark your calendars for the Veteran Owned Business Showcase Fair on Saturday, January 20, 2024 and join us for a day filled with inspiration, connections, and community! If you are a Veteran business owner and interested in participating in this free event, please contact Jennifer Slown at [email protected] or Staci Boyer at [email protected] to secure a booth. Get Tickets

Join The Veteran Business Connection

Rosie's Home Cookin' 1567 North Aurora Rd., Naperville, United States

The monthly Veteran-Owned Business Networking Meeting is an excellent opportunity for veteran entrepreneurs to connect with other like-minded individuals and gain valuable insights and advice.

Free

Join The Veteran Business Connection

Rosie's Home Cookin' 1567 North Aurora Rd., Naperville, United States

The monthly Veteran-Owned Business Networking Meeting is an excellent opportunity for veteran entrepreneurs to connect with other like-minded individuals and gain valuable insights and advice.

Free

Join The Veteran Business Connection

Rosie's Home Cookin' 1567 North Aurora Rd., Naperville, United States

The monthly Veteran-Owned Business Networking Meeting is an excellent opportunity for veteran entrepreneurs to connect with other like-minded individuals and gain valuable insights and advice.

Free

VBE Certification Assistance Training – Virtual Event

Veteran Business Project Online Event

We invite you to join us for a virtual, Certification Assistance Program training session designed to help you register your business as a Veteran Business Enterprise. Attaining this status will qualify your firm for numerous benefits, including: Opportunities to participate in a number of programs which are designed to promote contracting opportunities for VBE firms Veteran/small business JV bid incentive – 5% for eligible joint ventures and small, local, veteran-owned businesses Veteran-owned subcontractor bid incentive – up to 2% for utilization of veteran-owned subcontractors Service-disabled veteran-owned businesses can also apply to be certified as a Business Enterprises Owned or Operated by People with Disabilities (BEPD) Listing in City of Chicago Certified Firms Directory. During this FREE session, we will guide you through the application process for this certification, which will open doors to lucrative opportunities and provide you with the tools you need to succeed. Please complete the registration below to reserve your spot in our upcoming session.

Free

Join The Veteran Business Connection

Rosie's Home Cookin' 1567 North Aurora Rd., Naperville, United States

The monthly Veteran-Owned Business Networking Meeting is an excellent opportunity for veteran entrepreneurs to connect with other like-minded individuals and gain valuable insights and advice.

Free

Join The Veteran Business Connection

Rosie's Home Cookin' 1567 North Aurora Rd., Naperville, United States

The monthly Veteran-Owned Business Networking Meeting is an excellent opportunity for veteran entrepreneurs to connect with other like-minded individuals and gain valuable insights and advice.

Free

Join The Veteran Business Connection

Rosie's Home Cookin' 1567 North Aurora Rd., Naperville, United States

The monthly Veteran-Owned Business Networking Meeting is an excellent opportunity for veteran entrepreneurs to connect with other like-minded individuals and gain valuable insights and advice.

Free

VBE Certification Assistance Training – Virtual Event

Veteran Business Project Online Event

We invite you to join us for a virtual, Certification Assistance Program training session designed to help you register your business as a Veteran Business Enterprise. Attaining this status will qualify your firm for numerous benefits, including: Opportunities to participate in a number of programs which are designed to promote contracting opportunities for VBE firms Veteran/small business JV bid incentive – 5% for eligible joint ventures and small, local, veteran-owned businesses Veteran-owned subcontractor bid incentive – up to 2% for utilization of veteran-owned subcontractors Service-disabled veteran-owned businesses can also apply to be certified as a Business Enterprises Owned or Operated by People with Disabilities (BEPD) Listing in City of Chicago Certified Firms Directory. During this FREE session, we will guide you through the application process for this certification, which will open doors to lucrative opportunities and provide you with the tools you need to succeed. Please complete the registration below to reserve your spot in our upcoming session.

Free