Chicago Maker Voices: Industry Listen & Learn

Name: Chicago Maker Voices: Industry Listen & Learn
Start: 2025-10-30T08:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-10-30T10:00:00-05:00
Location: 320 N Damen Ave

Schedule

Thu Oct 30 2025 at 08:00 am to 10:00 am

UTC-05:00

Location

320 N Damen Ave | Chicago, IL

Share challenges and successes with other manufacturers & makers- Connect, collaborate, commiserate, and help shape local advocacy efforts
About this Event

Chicago Maker Voices: Industry Listen & Learn

Hosted in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration and Women's Business Development Center at ICNC's Make City Incubator, 320 North Damen, Avenue, on Thursday, October 30th from 8:00 to 10:00 am.

Join this unique round-table event for manufacturers, CPG companies, and other makers. Dive into engaging breakout sessions with fellow business leaders to share challenges, brainstorm solutions, and celebrate successes.

Advocacy partners and other officials will be on hand to listen and gather insights, ensuring your experiences help shape future advocacy and support strategies for local industry. Network, collaborate, and make your voice heard to drive real change!

Agenda

🕑: 08:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Networking over light-breakfast.
🕑: 08:30 AM - 08:45 AM
Introductions from Willette LeGrante of the U.S. Small Business Administration
🕑: 08:45 AM - 09:30 AM
Break Out Groups
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Large Group Discussion