You Are Invited!

Thursday, May 7th, 2026

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.



Join us and learn about resources and programs that can support your business to include grants, access to capital, workforce training programs and housing related support services!

Schedule:

• 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.: Breakfast
• 9:05 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.: Keynote Address, Panel Discussion, Q&A, and Listening Session
• 11:00 a.m.: Lunch
• 11:30 a.m.: Optional tour of The Hatchery

Location: The Hatchery Chicago

135 N. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago IL 60612

On-site parking available

(Immediate access to public transit CTA -Green Line; Kedzie Station)

Featured Keynote Speaker:

David Doig

President Chicago Neighborhood Initiative, Dave brings over 30 years of expertise in transforming Chicago’s neighborhoods through massive community development and public-private investments.

PANEL DISCUSSION & Q & A

(Moderated by Professor William Kling, DePaul University)

Panelists Include:

Panel 1: Resources for Small Business Growth This session brings together key leaders from city, county, and community financial institutions to discuss the latest support systems, grants and capital programs available for local entrepreneurs.

• Manny Flores, President & CEO – SomerCor
• Brad McConnell, CEO – Allies for Community Business
• Xochitl Flores, Bureau Chief – Cook County Bureau of Economic Development
• Hannah Jones, Director, Recovery Team – City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development

Panel 2: Learn from Industry Leaders, Strengthen Your Business Join our second group of experts as they share high-level perspectives on community development, banking, financial and housing resources to support your business.

• David Doig, President – Chicago Neighborhood Initiative (CNI)
• Eduardo Aguilar, Vice President – Old National Bank (ONB)
• Leah Greenblum, Executive Director – Jewish Free Loan
• Joseph Lopez, Executive Director & CEO – Spanish Coalition for Housing (SCH)

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