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• Business Success Blueprint: Strategic plan, Capability Statement, Financial Basics

  • When
    8 Jan 2026
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    10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    4445 Sauk Trail, Richton Park, IL 60471

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  Business Success Blueprint Workshop

  In-Person Business Empowerment Training

  Start 2026 with clarity, strategy, and confidence. Chamber 57 invites entrepreneurs, small business owners, and professionals to attend an in-person Business Success Blueprint Workshop designed to help participants build a strong foundation for the year ahead.

  This interactive training will be hosted by Dr. Sakira Jackson, PsyD, CEO of International Business Growth, and a respected leader in strategic business planning and organizational development. Dr. Sakira will guide attendees through practical tools and frameworks that support sustainable business growth.

  Workshop Focus Areas Include:

  • Strategic business planning

  • 2026 goal setting

  • Developing a strong capabilities statement

  • Financial basics for business owners

  This session supports Chamber 57’s January theme, Business Success Blueprint, and reinforces the Power of Connection by bringing business owners together to learn and grow.

  Registration & Pricing:

  • Chamber 57 Members: Free

  • Non-Members: $20

  Member Incentive:
  Members who attend will receive a Buy One, Get One ticket for the January 22 Business Appreciation & Membership Drive event.
  (Free guest may not be an existing Chamber 57 member.)

  Event Details:
  Thursday, January 8, 2026
  10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  Richton Park Community Center
  4445 Sauk Trail, Richton Park, IL

  Registration is required. Space is limited.

  

  
  

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• BEZ-Deep Dive: Capability Statement

  • When
    15 Jan 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

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• The Power of Connection: Chamber 57 Members Celebration

  • When
    22 Jan 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    22348 Governors Hwy, Richton Park, IL 60471

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  Business Appreciation & Members Celebration

  The Power of Connection

  Chamber 57 invites members and guests to join us for our Business Appreciation & Members Celebration, a special evening dedicated to celebrating our business community, strengthening relationships, and welcoming new connections.

  This event serves as our rescheduled holiday (Christmas) celebration, reimagined as an opportunity to bring business owners together in a relaxed, social setting that still supports growth, collaboration, and opportunity.

  Attendees will enjoy an evening of food, drinks, music, and celebration while learning more about Chamber 57’s 2026 focus, membership benefits, and upcoming opportunities. The event will also highlight new and existing members, grant opportunities, and technical assistance available to businesses.

  Why Attend:

  • Celebrate the Chamber 57 business community

  • Connect with entrepreneurs and professionals in a relaxed setting

  • Learn about 2026 membership benefits and business resources

  • Meet new, business-minded individuals

  Encouraged:
  Members are strongly encouraged to bring someone new who is business-minded and interested in growth.
  (Free guest promotions do not apply. This is a paid event for all attendees.)

  Admission:
  $75 per person (Members & Non-Members)

  Event Details:
  Thursday, January 22, 2026
  6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  The Shandelier Room
  22348 Governors Hwy, Richton Park, IL 60471

  Food & Drinks | Raffle Prizes | Cash 50/50
  DJ: Maurice “ICE” Culpepper

  Registration is required.

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• Host a Business After Hours – Date Selection

  • When
    31 Jan 2026

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  Chamber 57 members are invited to apply to host a Business After Hours networking event. These events are designed to highlight member businesses, encourage relationship-building, and strengthen collaboration within our Chamber and surrounding business community.

  Monthly Registration Limits

  To ensure quality experiences and fair access, only two (2) registrations are accepted per month.

  • First Registration:
    The first completed registration received will be confirmed as the Primary (Main) Host for that month.
  • Second Registration:
    The second completed registration received will be designated as the Backup Host.

  If the primary host is unable to proceed, the backup host will be contacted and given the opportunity to host the event.

  Confirmation & Communication

  Chamber 57 will review all registrations and provide proper notification to registrants regarding their status (primary or backup). Final confirmation, event expectations, hosting guidelines, and promotional timelines will be shared directly with the confirmed host.

  Important Notes

  • Registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis
    Only one business per registration
    Hosts must be members in good standing
    Event dates and details are finalized upon Chamber confirmation

  Thank you for your interest in hosting a Business After Hours and helping create meaningful connections within Chamber 57.

  
  

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