OPRF Chamber Members- 

Wow, the turnout to Bite Nite was just incredible. We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did, but we’re JUST getting started. Get yourself psyched to supercharge your elevator pitch. Our upcoming Speed Networking event is scheduled for a return on February 26th! 



If you attended last year, you might remember how there were plenty of fresh connections and networking opportunities available. Towards the end of the event, we’ll be sure to give everyone the opportunity to enjoy some refreshments at the final half hour. This is a great opportunity to dive deeper into conversations with new faces as well.  

Sign up now to participate in this high-energy experience that’ll elevate how you pitch your business to the next level. We can’t wait to see what connections you make there and in any of our upcoming events, so be sure to peek at our calendar every so often to find out what’s going on. 

Best,

Darien Marion-Burton 

Executive Director 

OPRF Chamber of Commerce

SPEED NETWORKING

Connect with old friends and meet new colleagues, all while you work on your elevator pitch. Don't miss out on a chance to talk about you and your business!

Date: February 26, 2025

Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Location: Concordia University

The Walter and Maxine Christopher Center for Learning and Leadership;

7400 Augusta St. River Forest, IL 60305

Click on any graphic to get more information about the event and to sign up.

Explore what's in store, including fun and educational activities happening throughout.

Make sure you don’t miss out on the excitement!

COMING UP THIS WEEK:

PLAN FOR THE MONTH:

Our community partners are doing amazing things. Each week, we'll share exciting updates to inspire you to get involved!

VISIT OAK PARK'S

BITE THE BURBS

What is Bite the Burbs?

Bite the Burbs is a week-long celebration (1/31 - 2/8) of the art of cooking, local foods and the chefs who prepare them. This promotion hosted by Visit Oak Park is designed to bring increased business to restaurants this February.

Participating restaurants will provide special offers or prix fixe menus giving diners an opportunity to sample cuisine from a broad selection of restaurants at an affordable price. Be sure to mention "Bite the Burbs" to your waiter to receive the offer!

DCEO

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Office of Economic Equity & Empowerment (OE3) is pleased to announce the OE3 Small Business Capital and Infrastructure Grant Program.

This program will provide funding to small businesses owned by Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Individuals (SEDI) or Very Small Businesses (VSBs) for capital improvement and infrastructure projects.

Oak Park-River Forest Chamber of Commerce

141 S Oak Park Avenue, Suite 3 Oak Park, IL 60302

708.613.0550 | info@oprfchamber.org | www.oprfchamber.org