Rochelle Small and New Business Summit
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🚀 Thinking about starting a business? Just getting started? Looking to grow what you’ve already built?
Join us for the Small & New Business Summit, presented by the Downtown Rochelle Association and hosted by The Echelon!
Whether you're exploring the idea of entrepreneurship, launching a new venture, or navigating the challenges of growing a small business, this event is designed to provide practical insights, real-world experience, and networking opportunities with fellow entrepreneurs.
🎤 Featured Speakers (10-minute presentations each):
• Matt Gerard – Starting and operating a retail business, lessons learned, and building something unique in downtown Rochelle
• Shane Theiss – Custom production, branding, and navigating the service industry
• Ashley Bick – Insights into the restaurant industry and operating a successful hospitality business
❓ Q&A Session
After the presentations, attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions directly to the speakers.
🤝 Breakout Sessions
The remaining time will focus on smaller breakout discussions covering topics most relevant to attendees, including:
• Starting a business
• Operations & workflow processes
• Small business setup & logistics
• Marketing, growth, and other relevant topics based on attendee interest
📍 Location: The Echelon – Back Conference Room
422 Cherry Ave, Rochelle, IL
📅 Date: Tuesday, June 23rd
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
✅ RSVP by responding to this event so we can plan accordingly.
📩 Questions? Reach out anytime — we’re happy to help!
#DowntownRochelle #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #SupportLocal #RochelleIL #TheEchelon #DowntownRochelleAssociation
Join us for the Small & New Business Summit, presented by the Downtown Rochelle Association and hosted by The Echelon!
Whether you're exploring the idea of entrepreneurship, launching a new venture, or navigating the challenges of growing a small business, this event is designed to provide practical insights, real-world experience, and networking opportunities with fellow entrepreneurs.
🎤 Featured Speakers (10-minute presentations each):
• Matt Gerard – Starting and operating a retail business, lessons learned, and building something unique in downtown Rochelle
• Shane Theiss – Custom production, branding, and navigating the service industry
• Ashley Bick – Insights into the restaurant industry and operating a successful hospitality business
❓ Q&A Session
After the presentations, attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions directly to the speakers.
🤝 Breakout Sessions
The remaining time will focus on smaller breakout discussions covering topics most relevant to attendees, including:
• Starting a business
• Operations & workflow processes
• Small business setup & logistics
• Marketing, growth, and other relevant topics based on attendee interest
📍 Location: The Echelon – Back Conference Room
422 Cherry Ave, Rochelle, IL
📅 Date: Tuesday, June 23rd
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
✅ RSVP by responding to this event so we can plan accordingly.
📩 Questions? Reach out anytime — we’re happy to help!
#DowntownRochelle #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #SupportLocal #RochelleIL #TheEchelon #DowntownRochelleAssociation
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Where is it happening?
422 Cherry Ave, Rochelle, IL 61068-1605, United States
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Host or PublisherDowntown Rochelle Association




